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How to land your message by getting grounded in your “why”

Here’s the truth: No one else will ever say anything quite like you. Because no one else has, or ever will have, your exact lived experience. No one else holds your specific combination of values. No one else has your particular blend of passions and concerns. And NO ONE else carries the same distinct energy…

How to calm nerves with one beautifully simple trick

Palms slick with sweat. Heart beating in your throat. Thoughtsracing, pulling you down into a spiral: “Why am I nervous? I’ve prepared for this, and I know what I’m talking about…” You tell yourself to relax, but that just makes you MORE anxious. So what the heck is goin’ on here? And what can you…

The #1 hurdle to staying present under pressure, and how to overcome it.

Pssst! In today’s post, I’m going to let you in on a little secret… By now, I’ve coached hundreds of kickass individuals to speak more clearly and confidently under pressure. No matter your workplace, title, knowledge, or experience, there is one hurdle we ALL must conquer if we want to improve our speaking skills and…

How to deal with that pesky (and sometimes mean!) internal chatter

We all know the classic high school stereotype… The queen bee… the most popular girl in school… the girl everyone fears yet everyone wants to be… the mean girl. I mean, remember Regina George? How she’d get Cady at her most open and vulnerable, and then hurl out an insult that was cruel, yes, but…

What to do when you lose your train of thought – and how to get back on track!

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? …

How to stay centered (literally & figuratively) when all eyes are on you

Quick reminder before we dig into today’s extra juicy blog post below… I’m teaching a Free Live Masterclass! It’s called How To Articulate Yourself Clearly and Confidently When it Matters Most: 5 Game-Changing Strategies for Turning Pressure into Presence—Anytime, Anywhere. It’s the perfect appetizer to our Presence Under Pressure group coaching program (opening back up for enrollment…

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I’ve taught thousands of big-hearted go-getters how to communicate more clearly, confidently and authentically when it matters most—from business owners to leaders (and emerging leaders) in every field

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How would the people who know you best describe you?(Required)

You’re perceptive, quick-witted, incredibly caring, and love to make others laugh. You’re always keeping things fun and interesting because you, yourself, hate feeling bored.

You’re very in tune with yourself and those around you. You’re super empathetic and wise. You’re both supportive and assertive— a natural leader and partner.

You are sensitive, creative and one-of-a-kind. You have a knack for challenging people to “zoom out” and see the big picture while simultaneously challenging the status quo.

You tell it like it is and never beat around the bush. You’re logical, analytical, and you’re exceptional at learning things quickly.

Which GIF describes how you usually feel just before a high stakes situation, like presenting to an important group?(Required)

Which GIF describes how you WANT to feel just before a nerve-wracking conversation or presentation?(Required)

You have an idea for how to solve an issue your team has been dealing with. What’s holding you back from sharing it?(Required)

I know this is a solid idea, but I’m worried it will be written off as “unrealistic.”

I’m worried I might step on some toes or offend people by proposing this.

I want to look at all our data first. I don’t wanna propose a solution if it’s half-baked, that’d be a waste of everyone’s time...

I need to think of a clever way to pitch this, so that people are genuinely excited about the idea.

Think of your current professional goal—maybe you want to lock in a promotion, land a job that’s more aligned with your values, or grow your own thriving business! Which of the following “tracks” is playing on a loop in your mind?(Required)

The vision in my head is crystal clear, but I'm worried that I don't have the time or influence to achieve it in the way I'd like to.

I need to research and prepare more. If I don’t have everything mapped out, I’ll open myself up to unnecessary risk.

If I go for this, I’d really be putting myself out there and I’m afraid I won’t be taken seriously.

I know I have what it takes, but I’m afraid that I won’t be able to articulate myself clearly enough on the fly to convince people of my credibility.

Which frustrating piece of feedback have you received about your communication?(Required)

“You’re getting stuck in the weeds - help us understand why this is important in the grand scheme of things.”

“You seem stiff— can you ditch the script and trust that you know what you’re talking about?”

“You seem nervous - try to own what you’re saying more.”

“Your delivery feels scattered and “rambly,” which makes it hard to track your core message.”

What do you want to be *known for* professionally?(Required)

I want to be known for empowering people and creating a safe space for them to be true to who they are.

I want to be known as a go-to source for clear, reliable information—someone who’s adept at keeping everyone on-track and in-the-know.

I want to be known for lifting people’s spirits and making our work together something we’re all excited (rather than obligated) to do.

I want to be known for driving innovation and inspiring people to work toward a common purpose.

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