She Speaks To Inspire: Public Speaking Growth For Introverted Women

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She Speaks To Inspire: Public Speaking Growth For Introverted Women episodes

February 20, 2024I know my stuff, but I completely blank out when I'm put on the spot
You're a smart, successful, professional woman, right? Ok... well, I think you are!

But, you have this habit of blanking-out and fumbling over your words when you're put on the spot to speak?

I've got you. In this podcast episode, I'll share with you...

How common it is to blank-out and fumble when you're nervous

What it means about your nervous system and why it happens (it's NOT that you're stupid...!)

And, Exactly what you do to feel more calm and thinking more clearly the next time you are put on the spot

Links and Resources:

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13 min
February 06, 2024Your body remembers: Public Speaking Trauma and The Nervous System
Nerves around public speaking are very common, yet if you've tried everything and still feel uncontrollably nervous and anxious when put on the spot to speak, then you might be experiencing a form of public speaking PTSD.

In this episode, I'll share with you...

A simple, yet powerful exercise to do to reduce nerves immediately

An explanation of how trauma works and why it doesn't go away with time

Why somatic exercises are the most important way to overcome fears around

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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Thanks!
15 min
January 23, 2024WHY having every word planned out will backfire on you
Do you spend hours prepping your content into eloquent paragraphs only to be thrown off by an out-of-left-field question?

If you are still feeling nervous or anxious during speaking moments despite content preparation, then this episode is perfect for you.

In this episode, you'll learn...

What's different between "acting" skills and speaking skills

Exactly HOW to prepare your content to set yourself up for success

WHY scripting will set you up to be more nervous or anxious

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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Thanks!
9 min
January 09, 2024The REAL reason you get anxious about public speaking and HOW to overcome it
Speaking can be nerve-wracking! It can be hard to know what will make a difference for your next presentation and how to get ahead in terms of your confidence as a speaker.

In this episode, I break it all down for you so there's no more guessing games and you can be reliably confident every time you are put in the spotlight.

We'll cover:

A complete list of common symptoms and challenges so you can spot them as they arise

An in-depth explanation of WHY you get nervous in the first place (and, it might not be what you think)

And, the #1 secret that confident speaker's have in their back pocket that you probably don't yet take advantage of

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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

Thanks!
17 min
December 19, 2023You're fine one-on-one, but when there's a group you freak out
For the introverted women out there, you might have thought, "Well, I'm fine with one-on-one speaking moments, but as soon as there are more than 3 people I get SO nervous and I don't know why!". If you relate to this, then this episode will shed light on this phenomenon and support you share your voice with larger groups.

You'll learn...

How your primal brain works and why you get nervous with larger crowds

What's causing that feeling of anxiety

And, what to do to be more confident no mater how large the group is

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of my inspiring public speaking tips coming up soon. And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review? Thanks!
13 min
December 05, 2023The secret power of non-verbal communication
If you've ever felt awkward in your body or told you were too flat with your voice when you speak, then you'd benefit from exploring the secret power of non-verbal communication.

What's more important, WHAT you say? or, HOW you say it?

This podcast episode dives into the answer and best practices around confident non-verbal communication.

In this episode, you will:

Uncover what aspect of speaking is most important for confidence communication

Learn how to master your non-verbal communication

Be more purposeful with your first impressions

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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

Thanks!
21 min
November 21, 2023Why it's hard to get enough air when you're nervous and how to relax
Are you gasping for air by the time you finish speaking? It's common to have trouble getting enough air when you are nervous and anxious and have to speak.

If you're interested in how to overcome this and both feel relaxed and sound relaxed, this episode is for you.

You'll learn...

The basics of breathing anatomy and how to apply them to speaking

The underlying reason WHY you lose your breath under pressure

And, some simple practices to calm your breathing right away

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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

Thanks!
17 min
November 07, 2023Is more preparation the solution to public speaking fears?
If you get nervous and anxious about public speaking, perhaps you have tried preparing, scripting and rehearsing to hopefully manage your nerves.

You might have seen some improvement in your nerves when you prepare, but then you end up sounding like a robot and are thrown off when something doesn't go as planned.

What's the solution? What will finally move the needle on your performance anxiety?

In this episode, I'll dive into:

Why preparation undermines confidence and how the adage "practice makes perfect" is working against you when it comes to public speaking

Insider secrets for effective preparation that actually improve your chances of feeling confident, no matter the stakes

How to handle the apprehension leading up to speaking moments

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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

Thanks!
19 min
October 24, 2023WHY scripts will never make you a better public speaker (and what WILL!)…
Do you write out word-for-word scripts or detailed outlines for your presentations and meetings?

And, yet you still feel anxious and nervous when you speak?

This episode unpacks this whole thing and clarifies what will help you finally unravel performance anxiety (it might be different than you think!).

In this episode...

Learn the hidden downside of scripting that backfires on your confidence as well as your audience's experience of you

Learn about the mindset you need to adopt in order to be a better public speaker.

And, learn the 3 steps to never needing scripts again and growing your speaking confidence exponentially.

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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

Thanks!
10 min
October 10, 2023If you don't like being the center of attention, will you ever be a good public speaker?
It's a common thing I hear from women, ""I don't like to be the center of attention.""

If you relate to this sentiment then this episode is for you.

Have you been avoiding speaking? Deferring and deflecting opportunities? Staying quiet waiting for a natural moment to interject (that never comes)?

You'll learn...

The most common coping strategies for avoiding being the center of attention

The biggest reasons WHY you might be shrinking down when the spotlight turns to you

And, how to unravel this pattern so that you can confidently step forward and speak up when you have something important to say

Links and Resources:

For more inspiration and to join the Fully Expressed Program, check out www.speaktoinspire.com and register for the free masterclass there.

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

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

Thanks!
13 min

About She Speaks To Inspire: Public Speaking Growth For Introverted Women

From the publisher's feed

"She Speaks To Inspire" is an empowering public speaking podcast for professional women with public speaking fear. Unlike other podcasts on public speaking, She Speaks To Inspire not only gives you tips to be a confident communicator under pressure but also… helps you regulate your nervous system for less anxiety, learn lifestyle practices to reduce burnout and overwhelm and reconnect with your feminine leadership presence for more authenticity and comfort in your skin.