How to make speaking work…
The invisible cost of being too afraid to speak up in meetings
How public speaking anxiety and imposter syndrome can unintentionally project the wrong social signals.
Imposter syndrome — the persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud despite evidence of competence — is linked to increased anxiety and self-doubt in professional settings.
Being in Control…
Don’t we all just want to be in control of a conversation, pitch or presentation? I think the worst feeling is often when we have lost control of what we are saying, how we are saying it or what we are sounding like.
The Fear of the Elevator Pitch…
Essentially, an elevator pitch is just an introduction, a: “hi, I’m so and so and I’m a…”
Most of us have never been taught how to improve our public speaking skills resulting in a continuous cycle of fear, avoidance and ultimate dislike of doing it! Break that cycle and gain clarity and confidence with a toolkit of actions to apply in the moment.
Confidence
What makes us confident? How do we get it? Can we cultivate and nurture it? Imposter syndrome, anxiety, nerves, or a general lack of confidence can hold you back from speaking well or speaking up and being heard.
Zoom Fatigue…it is scientifically more exhausting!
My 7 Tips For Online Communication…
Accent Softening…it isn’t about getting rid of your accent!
