What if the very thing holding you back as a leader isn't your expertise—but your fear of speaking up?

In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, host Gina L. Osborn sits down with Deborah Shames, co-founder of Eloqui and author of Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable, and Fearless Speakers.

Deborah shares her journey from stage fright to speaking mastery, revealing how anyone can project confidence, own their voice, and connect with audiences authentically. You'll learn how to: ✅ Transform fear into power before a big presentation ✅ Replace outdated templates with storytelling that connects ✅ Build executive presence that commands attention ✅ Communicate as your authentic self — not a performer

Whether you're leading a team, presenting to clients, or preparing for your next big opportunity, this conversation will help you speak with confidence, courage, and charisma.

🎧 Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking 00:22 – Meet Deborah Shames: Communication Expert 01:02 – Personal Journey: From Fear to Confidence 01:50 – Modern Public Speaking Techniques 02:37 – Empowering Women Through Public Speaking 04:44 – The Power of Storytelling 05:03 – Templates and Techniques for Effective Speaking 05:40 – The TEDx Experience: A Turning Point 08:50 – Debunking Public Speaking Myths 09:45 – Leadership and Authenticity in Public Speaking 10:09 – Practical Tips for Executive Presence 11:29 – Effective Communication in Leadership Roles 13:08 – Final Thoughts and Resources

👩‍💼 Guest: Deborah Shames 🌐 www.eloqui.biz 📘 Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable, and Fearless Speakers

🎙️ Host: Gina L. Osborn Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge | Former Chief of Security, LA Metro | International Speaker & Leadership Expert

🌐 Website: www.ginalosborn.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ginalosborn 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/ginalosborn ▶️ YouTube: @ginalosborn 📰 Substack: www.ginalosborn.substack.com

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