Background information on Hanne Tholstrup


  • Hanne Tholstrup, MA Rhetoric, University of Copenhagen.
  • Master Thesis: Persuasive strategies in the written job application.


Hanne works as an independent Rhetorical Counsellor and holds an MA in Rhetoric from the University of Copenhagen. Hanne regularly teaches at workshops, gives inspirational talks and educates individuals in the ancient art of Rhetoric in order to improve professional skills and enhance personal credibility.

Hanne's experiences cover multiple years with managerial roles in Denmark, the UK and Africa, where she worked cross culturally with releasing human potential. Hanne uses rhetoric as a platform to build your skills to inform, persuade or motivate people whether it is one person or a group of people.

Hanne has specialized in Persuasive Strategies using the three forms of appeal. The key is to recognize and use the appropriate form of appeal according to your aim:

  • Logos (logical reasoning)
  • Ethos (personal integrity)
  • Pathos (strong emotions)


Hanne regularly teaches at the Barristers' Association and advices senior managers as well as top civil servants. Hanne is also a writer and publishes articles on Rhetorical topics such as coping with Speech Anxiety and is currently writing a book on Career Rhetoric.

Hanne is also an adventurer who drove an old Land Rover from South Africa through Zaire across the Sahara to Denmark.

Would you like to get in touch with Hanne? Contact information:

Phone + 45 2324 0050

Or write to hanne [at] retoriskraadgivning.com