Is It All in Your Head—Or Are You Actually a Weak Communicator?

In today’s episode, we break down the difference between self-criticism and self-reflection so you can finally improve your speaking skills and advance your career—without the weight of shame, anxiety, or overwhelm.

You’ll discover:

• The most common mistakes that weaken your communication
• How to read your audience’s reactions to assess your speaking skills
• Three laser-focused strategies to elevate your communication immediately

Tune in and gain the clarity you need to become a more confident, compelling speaker!

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "The Calm and Confident Communicator" ---> head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

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Your eyes are the first place anyone looks when you start to speak. Are your eyes communicating non-verbally what you want them to? 

In this episode, I'll teach you about...

• The most common mistakes speakers make with their eyes
• The underlying reason why eye contact makes or breaks effective communication
• And, 3 expert tips for next-level eye contact that elevates your speaking and your leadership presence 

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

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All the eyes in the room turn to you. It's your time to shine! Would you rather stay in the background? 

I get it! Especially if you're introverted like me, it's much more comfortable to be a wall flower or a helper, while others shine. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Ways you have been subtely avoiding visibility and therefore missing out on exciting advancement opportunities in your career and personal life
• How to set yourself up for success, take the opportunities that come to you and even create visibility opportunities
• Why the spotlight feels so vulnerable in the first place 

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

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Do you spend hours preparing your content for important communication moments and STILL feel nervous?

Have you tried all the public speaking "best practices" out there and can't seem to feel confident or comfortable in the spotlight? 

In this episode you'll learn...

• WHAT makes introverted women different when it comes to public speaking and WHY other trainings might not have worked for you
• HOW to prepare for high-stakes communication moments that actually works
• How to be seen as a LEADER and taken seriously (even if you’re young)

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of my inspiring speaking tips coming up soon. 

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Do you fear the upcoming speaking opportunity will be like the last one where you stumbled or blanked out? How can you ever get ahead and develop confidence without evidence of things going well? 

Confidence is built over time. And, over time you can develop a trust and belief in yourself as a competent and effective speaker. Little by little, you can develop a "positive history" that supports your confidence. 

In this episode, I'll share...

• How to find and nurture the positive aspects of your speaking so they can support your overall confidence
• 3 things required to build unshakeable trust in yourself
• Why you lost your confidence in the first place, and how to get it back 

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and training, watch the free video training on my website:  "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications". Simply enter your name and email here: www.speaktoinspire.com. 

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Whether you have time to prepare your content or you're put on the spot, speaking means we are wading into the waters of the unknown. We don't know what's going to happen! 

Your ability to navigate uncertainty and stay calm can make or break your speaking skills. 

In this episode I teach you about ... 

• How to navigate fear and apprehension leading up to a speaking moment
• A mindset shift that will allow you to feel in control
• A simple, actionable technique to always sound credible, even if you are put on the spot to speak 

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

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Do you dread social situations? Do you prefer one-on-one conversations with people you know

You're not alone! However, social gatherings, networking events and parties are a great place to increase your professional visibility and create new meaningful friendships.

In this episode, you'll learn... 

• How to create comfort for yourself even if you are out of your comfort zone
• Tips for small talk so you always have something to say and can avoid awkward silences
• How to be authentic and true to yourself amidst new people

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of my inspiring speaking tips coming up soon. 

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Perhaps you and your scripts are besties that don't want to break up just yet. I get it. Let me help you transition from script-writing and over-preparing to the spaciousness of improvisation. 

It's only when you loosen your grip on scripts that your authenticity and true confidence can be developed. Trust the process!

In this episode, you'll learn...

• Why improvisation is important to be an effective speaker
• How to organize your thoughts for credible impromptu speaking with little to no preparation
• A 3 step framework to structure your content on the fly 

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

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Have you painted yourself into a corner and avoided speaking for so long that now you're not even sure how to get out there? 

Speaking is the #1 way to grow your business, build your reputation and get ahead in your career. 

The good news is that there are speaking opportunities everywhere... you just need to know where to look.

In this episode, I share...

• Why you might not see the speaking opportunities that are all around you
• 10 hidden types of speaking that can help you gain visibility right away
• Exact strategies to create, schedule or grab speaking opportunities for yourself in the next 3 months 

Links and Resources:

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of my inspiring speaking tips coming up soon. 

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Just avoiding these 3 simple speaker mistakes will transform your communication skills overnight! 

In this episode, you'll learn: 

• The most important word to emphasize when you speak that will help you get the most out of any speaking opportunity
• How to come across as a credible authority even if you only a few minutes to make an impact 
• The secret to inspiring your audience with your message without being cheesy 

Links and Resources: 

• For more inspiration and to watch the free training "How to Get Rid of Speaking Nerves and Get Better at High-Stakes Communications", head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. 

Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of my inspiring speaking tips coming up soon. 

And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review? 

Thanks!