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Press Play Before You Go on Stage: A Pep Talk for Nervous Speakers


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This is your go-to pre-stage pep talk for public speaking, executive presence, and overcoming stage fright.

If you’re about to step on stage, present in a meeting, or speak in front of an audience, this episode will help you calm your nerves, trust your voice, and step into confidence.

Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson, executive coach, speaker whisperer, and visibility accelerator, guides you through a powerful mental reset so you can move from fear to flow.

Perfect for:

  • Public speaking for leaders
  • Executive presence training
  • Overcoming fear of public speaking
  • Building confidence before presentations
  • Voice and visibility coaching
  • 🎧 Save this and listen before every talk.

    Key Takeaways: 

    You are here for a reason.

    “You have something important to say.”

    Your voice creates ripple effects.

    Sound travels, and your words change lives.

    You are safe to be heard.

    Let yourself be seen, heard, and experienced.

    There is no failure on stage.

    Mistakes don’t interrupt impact, they deepen connection.

    Trust what’s coming through you.

    Even if you don’t trust yourself yet, trust the message you're here to share.

    Your voice can change lives. 

    Not someday. Not when you're perfect. Now.

    Save this episode. Come back to it every time you’re about to speak. And if you’re ready to build your confidence, your storytelling, and your presence at a deeper level, apply for a Gateway Coaching Sprint. Your voice is ready. Now it’s time to use it.

    Ready to be HUGE?

    I coach extraordinary voices. 

    I can help you find your mission and message, build your thought-leadership platform, and launch your voice into the world. 

    I earned the nickname "speaker whisperer" as a conference designer so I created a whole new event to help you get in front of the trail angels who can open doors to bigger stages and broader impact at the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest. The Gathering includes information and inspiration on public speaking and getting seen and a pitch fest...(think Shark Tank!) Come for the learning or raise your hand to pitch the head of all TED conferences, literary and speaker agents, entertainment execs, and more. 

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    Ideas Love CommunityBy Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson