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828 Pam Sherman: Author of Play You
On today’s episode, I welcome Pam Sherman, Author of the new book Play You: The Role of a Lifetime — Bridge the Believability Gap to Boost Confidence, Connection, and Impact. Pam is an actor, leadership consultant, and President of The ShermanEDGE who has spent her career helping leaders ignite audiences with who they truly are. A former lawyer turned professional actor — a transition profiled in People Magazine — Pam now works with Fortune 50 companies and global leadership organizations, including YPO, EO, and Vistage, guiding leaders to communicate with greater authenticity and impact.
In Play You, Pam introduces the concept of the “Believability Gap” — the space between who we are and how we show up. Drawing on techniques from the stage, she reveals how acting tools can help leaders embody their core character more fully, strengthen confidence, and connect more powerfully with teams and audiences. The book challenges the common belief that authenticity alone is enough, showing instead that believability — the ability to truly inhabit your message — is what drives influence and trust.
In this episode, Pam shares how her unconventional journey shaped her leadership philosophy, why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools we have, and how small shifts in presence can dramatically change the way others experience us. We discuss overcoming self-doubt, navigating toxic cultures, breaking the “fourth wall” in everyday communication, and how teams can collaborate more effectively when individuals close their believability gap. A compelling conversation for founders, leaders, and anyone ready to step into their own role of a lifetime.
Whether you’re looking to boost confidence, reconnect with your purpose, or increase your impact, this episode offers practical tools and inspiration to help you “play you” more fully — starting now. Don’t miss it!
Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at [email protected]. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks.
To learn more about Pam Sherman and Play You:
https://www.thepamsherman.com/play-you
https://www.thepamsherman.com
https://www.instagram.com/thepamsherman/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-sherman/
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Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/828
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On today’s episode, I welcome Pam Sherman, Author of the new book Play You: The Role of a Lifetime — Bridge the Believability Gap to Boost Confidence, Connection, and Impact. Pam is an actor, leadership consultant, and President of The ShermanEDGE who has spent her career helping leaders ignite audiences with who they truly are. A former lawyer turned professional actor — a transition profiled in People Magazine — Pam now works with Fortune 50 companies and global leadership organizations, including YPO, EO, and Vistage, guiding leaders to communicate with greater authenticity and impact.
In Play You, Pam introduces the concept of the “Believability Gap” — the space between who we are and how we show up. Drawing on techniques from the stage, she reveals how acting tools can help leaders embody their core character more fully, strengthen confidence, and connect more powerfully with teams and audiences. The book challenges the common belief that authenticity alone is enough, showing instead that believability — the ability to truly inhabit your message — is what drives influence and trust.
In this episode, Pam shares how her unconventional journey shaped her leadership philosophy, why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools we have, and how small shifts in presence can dramatically change the way others experience us. We discuss overcoming self-doubt, navigating toxic cultures, breaking the “fourth wall” in everyday communication, and how teams can collaborate more effectively when individuals close their believability gap. A compelling conversation for founders, leaders, and anyone ready to step into their own role of a lifetime.
Whether you’re looking to boost confidence, reconnect with your purpose, or increase your impact, this episode offers practical tools and inspiration to help you “play you” more fully — starting now. Don’t miss it!
Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at [email protected]. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks.
To learn more about Pam Sherman and Play You:
https://www.thepamsherman.com/play-you
https://www.thepamsherman.com
https://www.instagram.com/thepamsherman/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-sherman/
Sponsored By:
LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free.
AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com
Intuit QuickBooks Payroll - Keep your focus on the big picture and get ready for what’s next. Learn more at Quickbooks.com/workforce
1-800-Flowers - Visit 1800Flowers.com/KARAGOLDIN to claim your Double Roses offer before they're gone!
HomeServe - Go to HomeServe.com to find the plan that’s right for you.
Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/828
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