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Communication Tips, Mindset Reframes & Practical, Step-by-Step Resources to help you speak like a pro, but sound like yourself…
Do you sometimes repeat yourself when you speak? Maybe you’re: ➡️ Not sure if your point just landed… ➡️ Or it’s hard to gauge your listener’s reaction… Do you find yourself saying the same thing a few times, a few different ways, until you get some sort of “got it” signal (like a head nod or a verbal response)? Because if so, you’re not alone! We’re socially conditioned to keep…
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You’re making a point, zeroing in on exactly what you want to say and then…. A flat line. Mental radio silence. You completely lose your train of thought. You feel your eyes dart around the video call, or worse, video INTERVIEW, and you get that terrible “I look like an idiot” feeling. But guess what? …
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Real Talk: How often have you been asked in an interview or some sort of networking situation: “What do you do?” Or “Tell me about yourself…” (A million times, right?) And how often have you responded with something like: “Hi, my name’s ____, I work at [company] as [role]…” Now, I’m not suggesting there’s anything…
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Despite leading her own team and working as a successful engineer in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical space for 17 years, Valerie (one of our amazing Presence Under Pressure grads) was struggling to redirect some of the energy she poured into her day-to-day deliverables toward her own personal and professional development. As the pandemic started, she…
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Two Ways to Sound More Confident When You Speak
🎥 [Watch the 2-minute video below] to learn two quick, game-changing shifts that can instantly elevate your presence—without memorizing a script or becoming someone you’re not. You may have heard the stat: 93% of communication is nonverbal—meaning your tone and body language speak louder than your words, especially when the stakes are high. So if…
Two Ways to Sound More Confident When You Speak
🎥 [Watch the 2-minute video below] to learn two quick, game-changing shifts that can instantly elevate your presence—without memorizing a script or becoming someone you’re not. You may have heard the stat: 93% of communication is nonverbal—meaning your tone and body language speak louder than your words, especially when the stakes are high. So if…
Awkward Silence: Is It Your Job to Fill It?
Picture this: You’ve just given your colleagues a status update about something you’re working on and then… *Crickets* – an awkward silence. You think…
Offended? Irritated? Disrespected? Here’s How to Address What’s Bothering You in an Authentic Way
Ever feel triggered in the middle of a conversation? And instead of investigating or honoring WHY you feel that way, do you typically jump…
Use this quick, calming meditation to show up to your next presentation with confidence
Have you ever experienced nerves or second-guessing when it’s your turn to speak up? Perhaps your body tenses up and your internal chatter becomes…
How to engage an audience and show up at your best (on-camera or in-person)
Now that we’ve been working virtually for over two years, chances are you know the importance of showing up with good lighting and a…
When you need to think and talk at the same time – remember this!
Ever felt that wave of panic when you’re asked a question and you need to think about how you want to respond while you…