Speaking Tips

Why You Rush, Ramble, or Freeze When Speaking—And How to Find Your Voice Under Pressure

Ever walked out of a high-stakes meeting or presentation thinking, “Why did I say all that?” Or worse—“Why didn’t I say anything at all?” Whether you rush through your words, ramble off-course, or freeze mid-sentence, struggling to speak clearly under pressure doesn’t mean you’re bad at communicating. It means you’re human. At SelfSpoken, we’re on…

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How to Exude Authentic Confidence and Convey Your Expertise When It Matters Most

Do you ever get frustrated when you find yourself not speaking up in meetings or missing opportunities due to fear of not saying the “right thing” in the “right way”? Trust me—you’re not alone, my friend!  I hear this from students and clients all. the. time. Even when you know you’re capable, smart, and full…

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How to Stop Rambling – Fewer Words, More Impact!

Whether you’re presenting in a meeting or pitching something to a client, try giving them your BLUF. How to give your BLUF so your message is clear, engaging, and to-the-point:  The bottom line? 😉 👉 When I say BLUF, I mean Bottom Line Up Front. Cut to the chase, THEN contextualize. As human beings, we want…

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How to stop using filler words

Picture this: you just delivered a presentation and answered a full round of impromptu questions on-the-fly!  You’re feeling relieved that it’s over, but then your manager mentions that you seemed a little nervous. “Were you?” she asks. “I noticed you were using a lot of “ums”. Suddenly, you start replaying the whole meeting in your…

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Oh Baby! Hello From The Other Side…

Some goodies to tie you over while I’m out on maternity leave Guess what? On October 14th, my husband, daughter and I took the journey of a lifetime and I officially became a mama! It is with immense gratitude and a renewed sense of humility that I introduce you to our little one… Sage Liat.…

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How to Leverage Your Authentic Communication Style

Have you ever wanted to improve your communication skills and day-to-day speaking confidence, but the advice you found online or in self-help books just… didn’t cut it? Maybe it was too generic, or it seemed written for someone with traits and concerns completely different from yours? Trust me, I get it—with such a wide range…

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