Chats with Yvonne

In this episode, I’m diving into how impromptu speaking can help you conquer the fear of public speaking. As an overthinker myself, I know how easy it is to let nerves and overthinking hold you back from speaking up. But here’s the thing—those spontaneous moments where you’re asked to speak on the spot can be the key to building your confidence in the art of public speaking.

I’ll share some tips on how to embrace these impromptu opportunities, a simple framework to organize your thoughts, and questions to help you reflect and grow after each experience. Whether it’s in a meeting, at a social event, or just hanging out with friends, I want to encourage you to jump in and start speaking when the opportunity comes up.

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In today's episode, I discuss Ethical Storytelling. What does it mean to be ethical when you share stories? Who is impacted by the sharing of this story and is it worth it?

Practice your storytelling with the ¡Latina, Presente! Public Speaking con Cultura Practice Prompts.

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Today we’re talking about what happens in the brain when we share stories. 

We know what it takes to share a powerful story, we know what it feels like in our bodies to be vulnerable and share that story. But what is actually happening in our brains when we’re on stage sharing that story with an audience.

I cover neurochemical releases, neural coupling, and how stories help with memory retention.

Let's nerd out!

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Breaking the Cycles of Lies as a First Generation Individual

Meet Dr. Lisette Sanchez is a bilingual and bicultural licensed psychologist, speaker, and writer, renowned for her commitment to supporting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) individuals and first-generation professionals. As the founder of Calathea Wellness, a comprehensive virtual practice, she provides individual therapy and engaging speaking services. Born to immigrant parents from El Salvador and Mexico and raised in Southern California, Dr. Lisette's own experiences have profoundly shaped her dedication to addressing intergenerational trauma and combating the impostor phenomenon.

Stay connected with Dr. Lisette: https://www.calatheawellness.com/ & on social media.

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Today’s episode is about building trust with your audience. Building trust as a public speaker is one of the most important things you can do to have a successful speaking career. 

Throughout the episode I’ll be reading bits from Connect, Then Lead by Amy J.C. Cuddy, Mathew Kohut, and John Neffinger from HBR’s Must Reads on Public Speaking and Presenting as a way to bring studies and research into the lessons on building trust.

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Using Data to Make Decisions with Confidence

Meet Evelyn Cates, a Sr Data Analyst who loves to make the process of working with data approachable by translating complex terms into everyday language by creating informative data content.

From Evelyn: My goal is to help break down the barrier to working with data. It can be an intimidating field, and by sharing educational content and breaking down concepts, I hope to inspire people in the field.

Connect with Evelyn on Instagram: analytics_etc.

I started watching MLM content a couple of years ago because it came up on my fyp. If you’re not familiar with what an MLM is, it stands for multi-level marketing, some call it a scam, others call it time freedom. And you’re likely a little more familiar with companies like avon, mary kay, porque no falta la tia en la familia que lo venda. I dive into the “Motivational Speaking’ aspects of this business and my opinions on the tactics they use to recruit and retain.

Register for the ¡Latina, Presente! Public Speaking Experience and see you in the Bay Area on Sat. July 20th!!! https://www.chatswithyvonne.com/event-details/latina-presente-public-speaking-immersive-experience

Dr. Marina Serna Pulido on Legacy

Dr. Marina Serna Pulido is a dedicated higher education professional passionate about first-generation college students with over seven years of experience in community college student services.

Growing up in the Inland Empire of Southern California, her academic journey started at Crafton Hills College, a local community college. She then graduated from CSU San Bernardino with a B.A. in Mass Communications and an M.A. in Higher Education from the University of Redlands. Dr. Serna Pulido received her doctoral degree from the University of Redlands in 2023 with her dissertation study on Latina community college students in the Inland Empire and their experiences with family achievement guilt.

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This week's episode is a read-aloud and very improvised. I read a couple of excerpts from the book "Speech: How to Use it Effectively" by Xanthes and give you my live reactions and interpretations.

Old literature so often misses the mark as far as inclusivity, but even then it's a valuable part of understanding ourselves within the art of public speaking.

Hola everybody! In this episode, we delve into the root causes of public speaking anxiety. I wanted to provide you with some research on the topic so that we can understand this aspect of the public speaking experience. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or someone who has never really taken the stage,  this episode will provide insights and practical tips to help you understand some of the anxiety associated with public speaking. This is not meant to be any medical advice or an end all be all type of episode. Rather one where we begin a deeper understanding of our own journeys.

Articles mentioned:

https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/is-anxiety-genetic#causes

https://www.healthline.com/health/glossophobia#symptoms