She Speaks To Inspire: Public Speaking Growth For Introverted Women

Have an important presentation coming up? This episode is very practical in terms of how you can more effectively develop content that inspires and engages.   I'll share with you... How to shift your presentations from information-downloads to motivational messages How to use structure to organize your big idea Why having thought-leadership will set you apart as a leader   Links and Resources:  Fo...

It's human to want to be good, but it's anxiety-provoking to want to be perfect.   In this episode, I'll share with you... What the common thought patterns of perfectionism are (and how to overcome them) Why you want to be perfect-- it's not what you think! 3 Tips to reduce perfectionism and increase calm right away   Links and Resources:  For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Progr...

Do you work in a male-dominated environment? Does masculine energy dominate in your office?  It's time for our world to appreciate and revere the unique qualities of the feminine and that starts with YOU having appreciation and reverence for your identity as a woman.   In this episode, I share... What unique qualities women bring to the workplace and how to harness them to your advantage Why you m...

Want to feel more confident as a speaker at work? Is it important to you to advance your career? If you're really committed to these goals, then you must take a look at if your day-to-day habits are supporting these goals.    In this episode, I share... The most common way women sabotage their speaking confidence on a reguular basis Some simple, actionable ways to improve your performance right aw...

Are you hoping to get the promotion or find a new job with more leadership opportunities?  At a certain point in your career, women only advance to the next level if they have the necessary communication skills.    In this episode, I'll share with you...  Why public speaking skills are so important at a certain point in your career How to plan ahead for your transition into leadership and visibili...

Are you dreading the next time you have to lead the meeting? I got you! Today I'll share with you the most important element that most people miss when they lead a meeting. There is a shocking lack of leadership in most meetings, but you can change that.   In this episode, you'll learn...  The #1 most important part of any meeting (and how you can maximize it to your advantage) Exactly what to say...

You're a smart, successful, professional woman, right? Ok... well, I think you are!  But, you have this habit of blanking-out and fumbling over your words when you're put on the spot to speak?   I've got you. In this podcast episode, I'll share with you...  How common it is to blank-out and fumble when you're nervous  What it means about your nervous system and why it happens (it's NOT that you're...

Nerves around public speaking are very common, yet if you've tried everything and still feel uncontrollably nervous and anxious when put on the spot to speak, then you might be experiencing a form of public speaking PTSD.    In this episode, I'll share with you... A simple, yet powerful exercise to do to reduce nerves immediately An explanation of how trauma works and why it doesn't go away with t...

Do you spend hours prepping your content into eloquent paragraphs only to be thrown off by an out-of-left-field question?  If you are still feeling nervous or anxious during speaking moments despite content preparation, then this episode is perfect for you.   In this episode, you'll learn...  What's different between "acting" skills and speaking skills Exactly HOW to prepare your content to set yo...

Speaking can be nerve-wracking! It can be hard to know what will make a difference for your next presentation and how to get ahead in terms of your confidence as a speaker.  In this episode, I break it all down for you so there's no more guessing games and you can be reliably confident every time you are put in the spotlight.    We'll cover: A complete list of common symptoms and challenges so you...

You'll learn... What's causing that feeling of anxiety Links and Resources: Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of my inspiring public speaking tips coming up soon.  And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review? Thanks!

If you've ever felt awkward in your body or told you were too flat with your voice when you speak, then you'd benefit from exploring the secret power of non-verbal communication.  What's more important, WHAT you say? or, HOW you say it? This podcast episode dives into the answer and best practices around confident non-verbal communication.   In this episode, you will: Uncover what aspect of speaki...

Are you gasping for air by the time you finish speaking? It's common to have trouble getting enough air when you are nervous and anxious and have to speak.  If you're interested in how to overcome this and both feel relaxed and sound relaxed, this episode is for you.    You'll learn... The basics of breathing anatomy and how to apply them to speaking The underlying reason WHY you lose your breath...

If you get nervous and anxious about public speaking, perhaps you have tried preparing, scripting and rehearsing to hopefully manage your nerves.  You might have seen some improvement in your nerves when you prepare, but then you end up sounding like a robot and are thrown off when something doesn't go as planned. What's the solution? What will finally move the needle on your performance anxiety?...

Do you write out word-for-word scripts or detailed outlines for your presentations and meetings?  And, yet you still feel anxious and nervous when you speak?  This episode unpacks this whole thing and clarifies what will help you finally unravel performance anxiety (it might be different than you think!).    In this episode... Learn the hidden downside of scripting that backfires on your confidenc...

It's a common thing I hear from women, ""I don't like to be the center of attention.""  If you relate to this sentiment then this episode is for you.  Have you been avoiding speaking? Deferring and deflecting opportunities? Staying quiet waiting for a natural moment to interject (that never comes)?   You'll learn... The most common coping strategies for avoiding being the center of attention The b...

If you have English as your second language (or third...), then you have an added challenge when it comes to public speaking.  However, there are ways to minimize the impact of language barriers and still find speaking confidence.    In this episode, I'll share with you... The unique, yet common challenges ESL speakers have The counter-intuitive reason why you struggle more with public speaking An...

Do you have all the experience and credentials but keep getting passed over for the promotion or job?  It can be hard to know why this is happening, but I hope this episode helps you.    In this episode, I'll share... How others perceive you that may be hurting your chances What you might be doing that's keeping you stuck where you are And, how to shift your personal brand to be seen as a more cre...

The counter-intuitive reason that you upspeak Links and Resources: Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of my inspiring public speaking tips coming up soon.  And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review? Thanks!

In this episode, you'll learn... And, the mindset blocks that might be keeping you stuck in a small, squeaky voice   For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com .  

I'll share with you... And, a simple practice to feel more relaxed right away   For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com .  

Fear of the audience's judgment is a very common experience for all public speakers however introverted, professional women with a history of public speaking anxiety can struggle with this even more.   If you find yourself worried about what the audience thinks of you, in this episode you'll learn: The #1 reason why you are worried about what other people think of you And, the counter-intuitive pr...

How perfectionism alienates your audience Links and Resources:  Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of my inspiring public speaking tips coming up soon.  And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review? Thanks!

You're in that important meeting or presentation; you've prepared meticulously; but, when your moment to shine comes along, the words get stuck. You end up stumbling and tripping over your words. It happens to the best of us. How can you be more polished with your speaking and come across confident in high-stakes communication moments? In this podcast episode, I'll share... The most common symptom...

Were you told as a child to "be a good girl and smile!"? Over time, a rigid mask forms that serves you to get through life. But, if you want to build authentic confidence as a professional and not be anxious about speaking anymore, the brave face needs to go. In this episode, I share... What "putting on a smile" says about you  The counter-intuitive solution to overcome nerves How to uproot old co...