Kim Vermaak
Clarity |Confidence |Courage
When you show up with courage and emotional intelligence, you can rewrite your story and build a personal brand people trust.
There comes a moment when people pause...and sometimes never move on.
It is not because they lack skill or ambition. It is because of a story… That inner chatter that runs in the background.
It whispers ...
“I’m not ready yet” | “This feels too risky” |“What if I get it wrong?”
In organisations, this can show up as:
Avoided conversations | Tension during mergers |Misaligned teams | Leaders who struggle to say what needs to be said
For authors, it looks like:
Half-written manuscripts | Fear of being fully seen | Stories that never leave the page, even though they could change lives
Coaching
Keynotes
Workshops
Turn Your Story Into Something That Matters
I get it. Writing a book or sharing your story can feel overwhelming. I have written over 13 books myself, so I know how challenging the process can be and how turning your book into a business or a legacy can feel even more daunting. To become a key person of influence, these are steps you need to take.
I guide authors to write their authentic story with clarity and purpose. You will do the writing, and I will provide structure, mentorship, and accountability every step of the way. Together, we also build a plan to turn your book into influence and opportunity, helping your story reach the people it is meant to impact.
Other services include: Book Formatting | Publishing | Book Launch Interviews | Launches
Build Emotional Intelligence That Helps You Move Forward
I know how hard it can be to navigate tricky conversations, manage tension in a team, or step confidently into a new opportunity. Our past experiences, early childhood triggers, or even returning to work after having a child can shape the way we show up in any situation.
I guide entrepreneurs, teams, and leaders to understand their emotions, recognise triggers, and balance their responses. You’ll also learn to see where others might be triggered or challenged, helping you connect, communicate, and collaborate more effectively. Together, we create conversational stories and practical strategies that help you manage your state, strengthen your relationships, and move forward toward your goals.
Use Storytelling to Step Into Your Power
Whether you are a leader, an author, or building a business, how you show up matters. The story you tell yourself, the way you communicate, your energy, your confidence, and even how you present yourself all shape how others see you and how you see yourself. This is what builds your personal brand and influences whether you are seen as a key person of influence.
I help you understand how you show up in different spaces and recognise the stories that are shaping your behaviour, your decisions, and your visibility. Through storytelling and emotional intelligence, you will learn to show up with intention, communicate with authenticity, and build a personal brand that feels aligned with who you truly are. This is not about becoming someone else. It is about showing up as yourself with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Kim Vermaak
I’m the author of 13 books, a book coach, a TEDx speaker, and the host of the Write, Learn and Earn show. I help leaders and authors write their books to build authority, grow influence, and create a personal brand that reflects who they truly are.
I know how emotional intelligence can make or break your progress. Understanding your triggers, managing self-doubt, and learning to work well with teams can feel overwhelming, especially when life is changing around you. I’ve been there myself, navigating postpartum depression as a new parent while juggling teams and multiple service providers. I help you move past these obstacles so you can take confident action and keep going.
As a book coach, I have walked alongside many authors through their writing journeys. I know the struggles you face, from staying motivated to finding your authentic voice, and I help you create a structure to tell your story and reach the readers who need it most.
I also use storytelling and emotional intelligence to help leaders and teams build stronger connections, communicate more clearly, and show up in ways that reflect the personal brand they want to project. How you show up matters, and the choices you make every day influence how people see you and how you see yourself.
I am the Johannesburg Chapter President of the Professional Speakers Association, a 2026 nominee for the Women of Stature Awards, and a former Regional Business Award winner with the Businesswomen’s Association.
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Some of Kim's Books
Kim Vermaak’s medieval fantasy series weaves leadership, legacy and courage into immersive worlds. It ignites imagination, while equipping readers and audiences with timeless, real-world insights.
Kim Vermaak’s author guides empower leaders to build authority and legacy. From writing prompts to how-to guides and retreats, authors gain tools to share their stories.
After facing postpartum depression, Kim Vermaak created journals, podcasts and books that help women and men heal, grow and build a lasting legacy of mental
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Testimonials
“Kim spoke beautifully about the power of storytelling and she lived her message in her charisma and eloquent grace. I think she has so much wisdom to offer both would be and established writers. She has been a great mentor to me and i think she is going to become a great voice for writers wanting to get their message into the world. I am so honoured our journeys intersected and i watch in awe to see how you continue to impact the world.”
Alison Weihe – Entrepreneur, Speaker, Author and Identity Intelligence Coach
“Kim, I loved your energy and the interactive exercises you did with the group. You grabbed everyone’s attention and turned the focus on them instead of yourself. It was a wonderful session with quite a tough crowd of professional speakers, well done.”
Yoke van Dam – Kintsugi Queen ™-Leadership and team transformation specialist
