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When Perfectionism Hijacks Your Voice
🎙 Straightway Through with Gina — Helping you speak with clarity, courage, and connection.
Episode Summary:
Amanda Roy joins me for an honest conversation about the nerves that show up before we speak — even when we’re fully prepared.
We talk about that familiar experience: the days (or weeks) leading up to speaking when the jitters creep in, the quiet hope that maybe the event will get canceled, and the surprising moment when we start speaking and… we’re actually fine.
Together, we unpack the hidden role perfectionism often plays in the background — the subtle pressure to show up polished, flawless, and in control in order to protect the image we’ve built.
But the conversation doesn’t stop there.
We also reflect on the powerful truth that God often reveals Himself most clearly in our weaknesses, not our strengths — and how that reality can begin to loosen perfectionism’s grip. Amanda shares openly and vulnerably about her own experience with speaking nerves, and we close with grounded, practical ways to navigate the next wave of pre-speaking jitters.
This is a conversation that's honest, thoughtful, and straight to the heart.
Meet Today’s Guest, Amanda Roy, Go HighLevel Coach | Automation Expert | Tech Best Buddy:
Amanda is a digital marketing strategist and automation coach, but at heart she’s a “tech best buddy” for business owners. She helps entrepreneurs build simple systems that make their marketing feel organized, personal, and aligned instead of chaotic and overwhelming.
What really drives Amanda is helping people feel confident in their business again. When their systems work, they breathe easier — and that matters. When it comes to communication, Amanda values honesty, clarity, and safety. She wants people to feel like they don’t have to impress her or have it all figured out. The best conversations happen when we can say, “Here’s what I’m really struggling with,” without fear of being judged.
Amanda cares deeply about connection that feels human, not transactional.
The part of communication she’s most working to grow in is public speaking with confidence. For years, she had a fear of speaking up, especially in bigger rooms. She would overthink every word and question whether what she had to say was valuable enough. She’s learning to trust her voice and speak even when her heart is beating fast.
Growth for Amanda looks like choosing courage over comfort and remembering that if her story helps even one person feel less alone, it’s worth it.
✨ Connect with Amanda✨
🌐 Website: https://leadshub.agency
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/systemswithamanda/
✉️ Email: [email protected]
About Your Host:
Hi, I’m Gina — host of Straightway Through with Gina. I love helping people deepen their relationships with themselves, others, & God — one journal prompt at a time.
✨ Connect with Me ✨
✍🏼Journaling: https://www.straightwaycoaching.com/journalprompt
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/straightwaycoaching/
🌐 Website: https://www.straightwaycoaching.com
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, like, and share — it helps others find the show and join the conversation. 💬
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By Gina Mongiello🎙 Straightway Through with Gina — Helping you speak with clarity, courage, and connection.
Episode Summary:
Amanda Roy joins me for an honest conversation about the nerves that show up before we speak — even when we’re fully prepared.
We talk about that familiar experience: the days (or weeks) leading up to speaking when the jitters creep in, the quiet hope that maybe the event will get canceled, and the surprising moment when we start speaking and… we’re actually fine.
Together, we unpack the hidden role perfectionism often plays in the background — the subtle pressure to show up polished, flawless, and in control in order to protect the image we’ve built.
But the conversation doesn’t stop there.
We also reflect on the powerful truth that God often reveals Himself most clearly in our weaknesses, not our strengths — and how that reality can begin to loosen perfectionism’s grip. Amanda shares openly and vulnerably about her own experience with speaking nerves, and we close with grounded, practical ways to navigate the next wave of pre-speaking jitters.
This is a conversation that's honest, thoughtful, and straight to the heart.
Meet Today’s Guest, Amanda Roy, Go HighLevel Coach | Automation Expert | Tech Best Buddy:
Amanda is a digital marketing strategist and automation coach, but at heart she’s a “tech best buddy” for business owners. She helps entrepreneurs build simple systems that make their marketing feel organized, personal, and aligned instead of chaotic and overwhelming.
What really drives Amanda is helping people feel confident in their business again. When their systems work, they breathe easier — and that matters. When it comes to communication, Amanda values honesty, clarity, and safety. She wants people to feel like they don’t have to impress her or have it all figured out. The best conversations happen when we can say, “Here’s what I’m really struggling with,” without fear of being judged.
Amanda cares deeply about connection that feels human, not transactional.
The part of communication she’s most working to grow in is public speaking with confidence. For years, she had a fear of speaking up, especially in bigger rooms. She would overthink every word and question whether what she had to say was valuable enough. She’s learning to trust her voice and speak even when her heart is beating fast.
Growth for Amanda looks like choosing courage over comfort and remembering that if her story helps even one person feel less alone, it’s worth it.
✨ Connect with Amanda✨
🌐 Website: https://leadshub.agency
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/systemswithamanda/
✉️ Email: [email protected]
About Your Host:
Hi, I’m Gina — host of Straightway Through with Gina. I love helping people deepen their relationships with themselves, others, & God — one journal prompt at a time.
✨ Connect with Me ✨
✍🏼Journaling: https://www.straightwaycoaching.com/journalprompt
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/straightwaycoaching/
🌐 Website: https://www.straightwaycoaching.com
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, like, and share — it helps others find the show and join the conversation. 💬