About Mayumi Ogata

“Life is a stage, and YOU are the star.”
— The art of physical expression and “state of being” to live as the lead role on the stage of life.

Biography

Founder of Body Speech: Providing practical performance coaching based on a unique method born from acting experience—one that is "independent of talent or personality and reproducible by anyone."
Body Speech is defined as "the art of creating a 'state' that drives the decision-making of others."
An acclaimed director and former performer who stepped into the world of traditional Japanese dance, creative dance, and acting at the age of 3, boasting a track record of 83 stage performances across 19 cities in 5 countries.

Currently, she provides exclusive coaching to executives, English-speaking visionaries sharing innovative ideas on global stages, influencers, and leaders across various fields. Her coaching focuses on the ultimate alignment of Word (Logic), Body (Non-verbal), and Mind (State of Being).

Drawing from 40 years of stage experience and deep psychological support provided to over 7,000 individuals, she advocates that "a person's evaluation is determined not by the content of their words, but by their 'state' before they even begin to speak."
Fusing actors' character-building techniques with neuroscience and psychology, her method, "Body Speech," goes beyond mere presentation skills—it is highly acclaimed globally as "the art of reclaiming authentic leadership."

In 2025, she was invited to deliver keynote speeches in France (March: International Women’s Day) and India (September & December: World Economic Forum official summits). Her performances, which captivated audiences beyond cultural and linguistic barriers, solidified her conviction that "Body Speech will become the universal language connecting a divided world."
Following these engagements, her work garnered high praise from experts, including a feature in the professional coaching magazine Life Coach Code. She was also recognized as one of the "Women Leaders to Look Up To in 2025" by the international lifestyle magazine Passion Vista.


Body Speech: The Art of Transforming Your Very Presence into the Deciding Factor

In the modern era dominated by AI, the value of mere information is plummeting. What is demanded now is not simply conveying correct information, but "who is speaking (presence)."
Body Speech is the art of eliminating unconscious physical habits (noise) and translating your very presence into "trust" that deeply resonates with your audience.
I do not teach "how to speak"; rather, I direct the "moment (state) your evaluation is decided."

Body Speech is not only a skill to enhance individual expressiveness but also a new communication OS for humanity to deeply understand one another.

The "Goshimboku" (Sacred Tree) Theory: Grounding in "Yin" to Bear the Fruits of "Yang"

"If a deity dwells within you, how would you treat yourself?"

This very question determines the quality of your performance.
The Goshimboku Theory is a mindset that does not deny past traumas or negative emotions (Yin) but instead transforms them into nourishment for a "thick root."
The deeper the roots, the thicker the trunk becomes, giving rise to a "dignity" that remains unshaken even in a storm.
By treating yourself carefully as a "Sacred Tree," you establish a state of leadership where you are inherently respected and valued by others.

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The Philosophy of “Emotional Expression” Cultivated on Stage – Turning All of Life into Nourishment

“No experience in life is wasted; everything serves as nourishment for life.”
– This teaching, inherited from my acting mentor, has become my philosophy of life and the central theme of my life’s work in public speaking.

Through emotional expression on stage, I learned the importance of deepening self-understanding, empathy, and self-affirmation, and allowing creativity to blossom. This experience is now utilized to help my clients turn their emotions into power, enhancing their expressiveness, persuasiveness, and confidence, resonating with their audiences, and making their unique individuality shine.

“Life is a stage, and you are the protagonist.”
Any adversity can be overcome. Everyone possesses an inner “Sacred Tree.” The experiences and emotions of Yin take deep root, expanding the vessel that forms your foundation. Then, the experiences of Yang become a gift, bringing realistic achievements and abundant fruits.
I continue to deliver this powerful message, rooted in my own experiences, to high school and university students, female entrepreneurs, and executives.

・Motto：Life is a stage, and YOU are the star.

・Vision：Making Body Speech a Universal Language
Countless misunderstandings arise from differences in language, culture, and historical backgrounds. And the invisible loss occurring daily in the business world: “Having true ability but failing to convey it.”
I believe these misunderstandings eventually sow the seeds of discord and conflict.
If we could transcend words, sense each other’s true intentions through the body (non-verbal communication), and express ourselves sincerely…
The world would surely become a kinder, more peaceful place.

・Mission：Creating a “Stage” Where Individual Souls Awaken

“Life is a stage, and you are the protagonist.”
The greatest education we can provide for the next generation is to show them our backs as we shine and continue to challenge ourselves as the protagonists of our own lives.
My mission is to support each individual in rewriting the script of their life and taking the step toward true self-expression.

What if we could feel each other’s true intentions through our bodies, transcending words?
What if everyone could express their innermost feelings authentically and sincerely?

The world would surely become a gentler, more peaceful place.
Body Speech is not just a skill to enhance individual expression; it is a new operating system for communication that allows humanity to achieve a deeper mutual understanding.

・Value： Forging your own compass in life and constantly carving out your path as your true self.
The 3 Core Values:

1. Confirming Direction: Where am I heading now? Am I positioned in alignment with the true direction of my life (or company)?
2. Confirming Proactivity: No matter what the situation looks like, am I “creating” in response to events, or merely “reacting”?
3. Living as the Protagonist: While creating, no matter what my role or position is, am I being proactive and living as the protagonist of my own life?

Key Achievements & Media Features

• March 2025, Paris, France: Keynote Speaker at the International Women’s Leadership & Innovation Summit
• September 2025, India: Official Speaker at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit “The Deccan Dialogue”
• December 2025, India: Official Speaker at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit “[※サミット名を入れてください]”
• Media Recognition: Cover model for international lifestyle magazine Passion Vista / Selected as one of the “Women Leaders to Look Up To in 2025”
• Coaching Experience: Executives, TEDx speakers, celebrities, bodybuilders, and many more. From 2025, instructing a class on enhancing expressive skills at a university.