Episode #194: Empower Your Voice

Join us today as Colleen Interview's Rikki Smith on Take the Leap. In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of public speaking and how it can transform your career and personal life. Here are three key takeaways that I believe everyone should consider:

1. The Power of Communication: Rikki highlights the unique challenges faced by veterans transitioning into civilian life, particularly in public speaking. Military members often have their own language and acronyms, which can create a communication gap when they enter the workforce. This episode emphasizes the importance of effective communication skills, not just for veterans but for everyone. Whether you're in corporate America or an entrepreneur, being able to articulate your thoughts clearly can open doors and create opportunities.
2. Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking: Did you know that public speaking is often cited as the number one fear in the world? Rikki and I discuss how this fear is often rooted in negative belief systems that we internalize over time. It’s crucial to recognize that these fears can be addressed and overcome. Rikki encourages listeners to reframe their mindset, reminding us that we deserve to be on that stage and that our stories matter. By changing the narrative in our heads, we can transform fear into excitement!
3. The Importance of Training: Even if you feel comfortable speaking in front of an audience, Rikki stresses the value of training. Just like athletes train to improve their performance, public speakers must hone their skills to deliver impactful messages. Rikki’s book, "Own Your Stage," offers practical tips and insights for anyone looking to enhance their public speaking abilities. Investing in training can elevate your speaking engagements and help you connect with your audience on a deeper level.

To connect with today’s guest:Rikki Smith

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikkismith10/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/stratustrains FB: https://www.facebook.com/FaithonFriday/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIns3gor1xkuyIiCKWHfKQ https://amzn.to/4dOxRoU Own your stage Book on Amazon also find freebies here on her website https://stratustrains.com/

To connect with the host: Colleen Biggs

https://colleenbiggs.net/ Consider Colleen to speak at your next event or host your next Business retreat! Join the Leap Community so you can Step Into the Spotlight, be seen, be heard and be visible today! https://colleenbiggs.net/community/ Subscribe to our podcast for more amazing episodes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-the-leap/id15033595 Join us for the NEXT Empower & Elevate Conference November 15th https://colleenbiggs.net/empower/

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