The Courageous Performer

Most performers know that their inner critic is the cause of many of their issues, whether it's nerves, tension, procrastination, memory or lack of flow (and so many others). But how do you let go of the inner critic and quieten it so that you can perform at your best. This episode goes into detail on the best way to achieve this, and explains how, if you use this method, it will give you so much...

How do you judge how well or badly you are performing? This is a question that has troubled so many performers, and the answer will give you no comfort. You can't. You have to trust. Judgement is actually the bane of a performer's life and causes you to perform worse not better. The reason? Listen to this week's episode to find out more, and what to do instead. If you would like to transform your...

You probably realise that trusting yourself is the key to performing at your best with real freedom and connection. But how do you trust yourself when you also know you've messed up in the past (probably including one particularly impactful time)? In this episode I talk about what you can do to change things so you can trust yourself.   If you would like to transform your approach to performing so...

Wouldn't it be great if you could control how every performance comes out? To be able to guarantee that you would do a good job and that your audience would think you are great.   You can't.   The fact that you can't guarantee the outcome is behind most performance anxiety.   In this episode I talk about this discomfort and a different way to approach it.   p.s. don't worry, there's still a lot yo...

People who are struggling with performing often wonder if perhaps they just weren't born for it, they just don't have it in them. This is rubbish, if this is something you want to do, you can do it. Take a listen to this episode to find out why being born to do it is rubbish and the reason we think in those terms. I mention my short course in this episode, if you are interested, you can find it he...

This weekend I had a revelation. It came out of something I said to one of the people who joined the Free Your Voice Live Online workshop, and because they noticed it I started to think about it and realised it was the key to everything.  To find out what I'm talking about, listen to this episode.

What's the quickest way to improve your performing? The answer you will probably find counterintuitive. This episode is all about what it is, why it works and why you might resist doing it. This podcast episode came out of the work I did with a performer last Saturday at my Free Your Voice Live event, and I wanted to share it because it was so transformative for her. If you would like to find out...

Most of us have had that moment when your mind just goes blank when you are in front of the audience. For some of you it will be your biggest fear as a performer, that you will forget where you are, what you are saying, or even say or sing completely the wrong thing. It's something that happens to the best of performers, but what can you do when it happens to you? This episode is about practical t...

Every episode in this mini series has really been about a single strategy and today I talk about the overarching strategy. One that will help you quieten the inner voice, bring more enjoyment to what you do, and connect with the audience more. The only difficulty is that it will probably feel counter-intuitive. Listen to this episode to find out what I'm on about!

Today we look at your relationship with the audience. Welcome to our podcast where we explore how to connect with your audience as a performer. Whether you're a musician, actor, public speaker, or any other type of performer, your ability to engage your audience is critical to your success. We'll dive into the art of audience connection. We'll explore techniques and strategies to help you create a...

Welcome to today's podcast episode where we'll be exploring the often-overlooked aspect of performance improvement that can lead to remarkable results. Many people strive to improve their performance in various areas of life, including their career, relationships, and personal growth. Some follow traditional methods of hard work, focus, and discipline, while others seek more unconventional approac...

In part 2 of this series we look at the dynamic between you and your inner voice, because the energy you expend in that battle is not only huge, it's unproductive. 

Most people avoid uncomfortable situations. You don't want to feel uncomfortable and that is totally understandable. However, that's where the concept of the comfort zone comes in, if you are totally comfortable, you are definitely in your comfort zone. Uncomfortable is where the gold lies, and leaning into the uncomfortable does a few really important things. In terms of performing, this concept...

I quite often talk about transforming people into fearless, confident performers but how do you transform? In this 5 part mini podcast series I will take you through the process I use to create this transformation in my clients.

As I gear up for my live event and do the marketing, one of the tasks is to go through reviews and testimonials (which is a really nice thing to do really!) This week I came across a note that had come with a bunch of flowers one of the performers had given me after last year's event. In the note she talks about me having a gift for bringing out people's gold. Well I can't say that I'm sure I have...

'Practice makes perfect' was the phrase I was brought up with but it's such rubbish and sets the sorts of expectations for practice that can make it miserable. I know that the people who do well with their practice think two things, first they enjoy it and secondly they stretch themselves and have no problem when they fall of then edge of their skill zone. In this episode I talk about how to take...

What is the best way to learn your material. This is part two of my two parter all about the process I teach to give you the best chance of remembering everything..

What is the best way to learn your material. This is part on of a two parter, where I talk about the process I teach for this.

Are you someone who sets themselves high standards? Some might call you a perfectionist, you may or may not agree. The belief is that it's the high standards that have got you where you are, and that (although you don't think you've nailed it yet) if you let go of them, everything would be so much worse. The truth is there's a secret to achieving high standards, and you won't believe it will work...

This episode is all about failure. The thing you probably want to avoid the most! In the last episode I talked about how letting go of your fear of failure would transform you into a truly courageous performer but how can you do that? How can you stop being afraid of failure and instead empower yourself to connect with your audience more and actually help yourself be a better performer? I'll tell...

In this recording I'm going to introduce you to the most important mindset change you can make to help you be a Courageous Performer. To really be able to step in front of any audience and perform with freedom without the fear of rejection or failure. If there were one thing you would want to change about your performing, what would it be? This mindset change  will help you achieve it....

What would it be like to feel truly courageous when you walk out in front of an audience? Whether your audience is the Albert Hall filled to the rafters, Covent Garden, a networking meeting or just the playground when you drop off your kids.....everyone has an audience that is daunting and makes them feel small and vulnerable. This podcast is designed to flip the script and help you become truly c...