Public speaking
Self doubt, that nagging inner voice that questions our abilities and worth, is a common human experience. Everyone experiences self doubt and overthinking at some point in their lives, but it can quickly become a habit that damages our mental health, promotes low self esteem, and interferes with our professional goals. If you’re anyone like […]
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Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, and adversity often knocks on our door unexpectedly. There are many types of adversity, from work-related stress, financial adversity, emotional adversity, health setbacks, issues in our personal relationships or challenges that affect our professional relationships. Some of these situations you may be familiar with, while others […]
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It’s no secret that public speaking anxiety can be a formidable obstacle on the path to effective communication. Severe fears of public speaking can spell disaster for our growth as confident professionals, and it limits our potential. I’ve talked in great detail about public speaking anxiety, and tips and tricks for harnessing your inner power […]
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“Until I feared I would lose it, I never loved to read. One does not love breathing.” I absolutely adore this quote from famed novelist Harper Lee; in the context of the novel, the protagonist is forbidden from reading, but counters that her love of reading is as deeply-ingrained within her as her very breath. […]
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A racing heart. A dry mouth. You cannot get the words out. You feel the ground shake beneath your rattling knees, and the ruminative thoughts that you try to push away only come back with a vengeance. You thought you had done enough practice, but the speech simply won’t come. If this sounds familiar to […]
Public speaking
We’ve been on a roll these past few weeks breaking down everything you need to know about public speaking anxiety, including why it happens, how it feels, and different strategies for managing it in your own presentations. But like many things in life, it’s not so simple — while public speaking anxiety is very common, […]
Public speaking
Public speaking anxiety can be daunting, but the journey to overcome it is filled with valuable insights and inspiration. In my last blog post, I talked about the transformative power of public speaking assessments in gauging your progress in developing public speaking skills. Speech anxiety is a very common fear, and any tools that help […]
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In our quest to conquer public speaking anxiety, self-reflection and assessment play a crucial role. Understanding the depth of our fears allows us to navigate the journey of personal growth with clarity and purpose. I’m a firm believer that no one test, or assessment can truly capture the unique struggles every person reckons with as […]
Public speaking
It’s no secret that public speaking is a major part of not only our careers, but our entire lives. No matter if we’re giving the most important presentation of our lives to an audience of thousands, or simply speaking with a small group of familiar clients, being able to talk clearly, powerfully, and without fear […]
Public speaking
Picture this: you’re standing in front of a sea of expectant faces, your heart pounding like a tribal drum, and your palms slippery with nervous sweat. Public speaking—the mere thought of it can send shivers down our spines. But have you ever wondered why this seemingly innocuous act can trigger such intense anxiety? It’s not […]
Public speaking
When I was just starting out in my journey as a business owner, I never imagined how crucial it was for me to get comfortable, not only with taking risk, but with speaking to complete strangers about my work. Of course, it’s the part I look forward to most now — the opportunity to connect […]
Public speaking
It’s the big day: you’ve been invited to give a talk on your work to an auditorium of your peers. You’ve looked forward to this day ever since the beginning of your career — nothing can stop you now. But as you stand on stage, suddenly, your heart races. Shivers run down your spine, your […]
