Embracing Your Voice: Speak with Confidence

Speaking Sessions

Stepping onto the stage for the first time, my legs felt like jelly, and my voice barely more than a whisper. Yet, it was through the simple, albeit terrifying, act of 'just doing it' that I discovered the joy of connecting with an audience through speech. From my early fitness industry days to now, as a public speaking coach, I've gathered a treasure trove of insights. Join me for a conversation that's more than a how-to; it's a transformational journey towards speaking with confidence, whether you're addressing a crowd, chatting in a podcast, or simply conversing one-on-one.
This episode is a masterclass in the art of communication, designed to leave you not just informed but equipped. Learn the surprising effectiveness of posting unpolished videos, the importance of mastering casual conversation, and how the world of podcasting can sharpen your message delivery. I'll share three actionable strategies that promise to elevate your speaking skills and engage your listeners authentically. Whether you're an established speaker or stepping up to the microphone for the first time, you'll leave this session with a newfound capability to captivate an audience and a reminder that your voice, imperfect as it may seem, holds power.
NOTABLE QUOTES
"Just taking action to start speaking is the best thing that you can do for yourself."– Philip
"The more you can get comfortable with small talk, to actively listen to them, is gonna help you with getting better at public speaking, because public speaking is not just about you." – Philip
"A lot of people are comfortable with speaking, yet they don't get the attention that they want because all they do is speak. If you don't listen to what people are saying, how can you speak on the things that they want to hear?" – Philip
"There're many different emotions that can happen from a speaker, but that only happens when the speaker knows how to have a conversation and be able to get into somebody's heart, into somebody's mind, and make them think." – Philip
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Chapters

1. Embracing Your Voice: Speak with Confidence (00:00:00)

2. Boost your confidence with video content (00:00:58)

3. Enhance communication through active listening (00:02:04)

4. Start strong with a podcast (00:04:15)