Nursing the System

49: The 5 Public Speaking Do’s and Don’t’s


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🎙 Episode Overview

Right after watching my team present during a company-wide session, I hit record. I couldn’t help but reflect on how many times I’ve coached others (and myself) through the basics of giving an effective presentation-whether it's on Zoom, in a meeting room, or from a keynote stage. In this episode, I’m sharing the quick, practical mindset shifts and strategies that help presentations actually land, whether you're speaking to staff nurses or hospital execs. I also explain how my corporate and coaching work feed each other in real time and why I wouldn’t trade that synergy for anything.


🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn

  • How to slow down your speech so your message sticks
  • Why signaling confidence and ease matters more than you think
  • The two things to lock in before you ever build a slide deck
  • How to adapt your message based on who's in the room
  • Why you should always open with a story—and how to do it without forcing it


🧠 Key Ideas to Take With You

  • People can't absorb your message if you're rushing.
  • Audiences mirror your energy—signal ease and they relax.
  • A presentation without a clear audience and goal? Missed opportunity.
  • Good storytelling isn't about impressing—it's about connecting.


🎧 How to Get the Most Out of This Episode

Think about a real presentation you have coming up. Maybe a project update or a team training. As you listen, jot down where you're already strong and where you could try a new approach. I promise, one or two shifts can change the whole experience.


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Nursing the SystemBy Claire Phillips, DNP RN