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She Speaks To Inspire: Public Speaking Growth For Introverted Women

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"She Speaks To Inspire” is an empowering public speaking podcast for professional women with public speaking fear. Unlike other podcasts on public speaking, She Speaks To Inspire not only gives you tips to be a confident communicator under pressure but also… helps you regulate your nervous system fo… read more

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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

An important message from RadioPublic

How public speaking can help you advance in your career

March 26th, 2024

10:46

Are you hoping to get the promotion or find a new job with more leadership opportunities? 

At a certain point in your career, women only advance to the next level if they have the necessary communication skills. 

 

In …

When it's your turn to lead the meeting

March 12th, 2024

13:12

Are you dreading the next time you have to lead the meeting?

I got you! Today I'll share with you the most important element that most people miss when they lead a meeting. There is a shocking lack of leadership in most …

I know my stuff, but I completely blank out when I'm put on the spot

February 20th, 2024

12:13

You're a smart, successful, professional woman, right? Ok... well, I think you are! 

But, you have this habit of blanking-out and fumbling over your …

Your body remembers: Public Speaking Trauma and The Nervous System

February 6th, 2024

14:09

Nerves around public speaking are very common, yet if you've tried everything and still feel uncontrollably nervous and anxious when put on the spot …

WHY having every word planned out will backfire on you

January 23rd, 2024

8:16

Do you spend hours prepping your content into eloquent paragraphs only to be thrown off by an out-of-left-field question? 

If you are still feeling nervous or anxious during speaking moments despite content preparation, …

The REAL reason you get anxious about public speaking and HOW to overcome it

January 9th, 2024

16:08

Speaking can be nerve-wracking! It can be hard to know what will make a difference for your next presentation and how to get ahead in terms of your confidence as a speaker. 

In this episode, I break it all down for you …

You're fine one-on-one, but when there's a group you freak out

December 19th, 2023

12:33

For the introverted women out there, you might have thought, "Well, I'm fine with one-on-one speaking moments, but as soon as there are more than 3 people I get SO nervous and I don't know why!". If you relate to …

The secret power of non-verbal communication

December 5th, 2023

20:15

If you've ever felt awkward in your body or told you were too flat with your voice when you speak, then you'd benefit from exploring the secret power …

Why it's hard to get enough air when you're nervous and how to relax

November 21st, 2023

16:32

Are you gasping for air by the time you finish speaking? It's common to have trouble getting enough air when you are nervous and anxious and have to speak. 

If you're interested in how to overcome this and both feel …

Is more preparation the solution to public speaking fears?

November 7th, 2023

18:03

If you get nervous and anxious about public speaking, perhaps you have tried preparing, scripting and rehearsing to hopefully manage your nerves. 

WHY scripts will never make you a better public speaker (and what WILL!)…

October 24th, 2023

9:53

Do you write out word-for-word scripts or detailed outlines for your presentations and meetings? 

And, yet you still feel anxious and nervous when …

If you don't like being the center of attention, will you ever be a good public speaker?

October 10th, 2023

12:42

It's a common thing I hear from women, ""I don't like to be the center of attention."" 

If you relate to this sentiment then this episode is for you. 

Have you been avoiding speaking? Deferring and deflecting …

Effective Public Speaking when English is your Second Language

September 19th, 2023

11:15

If you have English as your second language (or third...), then you have an added challenge when it comes to public speaking. 

However, there are ways to minimize the impact of language barriers and still find speaking …

When you're not getting the promotion you want and can't figure out why

September 7th, 2023

10:35

Do you have all the experience and credentials but keep getting passed over for the promotion or job? 

It can be hard to know why this is happening, …

What's upspeak and why you need to avoid it

August 22nd, 2023

8:04

 If you've been told you should be more assertive when you speak, but you don't know how to, here's your answer! Upspeak is when your intonation …

The power of a resonant voice-- How to cultivate a deep tone of voice and why a soft voice can undermine your credibility

August 8th, 2023

13:35

Have you ever been told that you have a quiet voice? Or, that your voice is too high pitched? This feedback is actually not helpful at all, and can …

Why Your Heart Races Under Pressure And How To Slow Yourself Down

July 25th, 2023

12:42

It's normal for your heart to beat faster when you get nervous or anxious. But, it's not helpful for that anxiety to take over so much that you …

Afraid of what your audience is thinking about you?

July 6th, 2023

15:08

And, the counter-intuitive practice that will get you out of your head

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  • From one recovering perfectionist, to another!

    June 20th, 2023

    12:38

    If your inner critic has a lot to say about all the things you did wrong in that last presentation then perfectionism is probably zapping your energy and keeping you small Also, it's worth asking, does practice really …

    Why do you stumble over your words?

    June 6th, 2023

    20:09

    In this podcast episode, I'll share...

    • The #1 reason you end up rambling and stumbling
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      • Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE, so …

    WHY putting on a brave face will keep you stuck in fear

    May 30th, 2023

    8:00

    In this episode, I share...

    • The counter-intuitive solution to overcome nerves
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    How to stop second guessing yourself and START trusting yourself to speak on the fly

    May 16th, 2023

    9:40

    Are you spinning with self-doubt and questioning your every word? This state-of-mind especially affects impromptu speaking moments and can be paralyzing. The trick is to systematically build trust in yourself so that …

    Is public speaking fear really the #1 fear? Or, is it just you?

    May 2nd, 2023

    12:20

    The statistics on public speaking fear and if they're true

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    • Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of my …

    Are you self-conscious about how you look and avoid speaking because of it?

    April 19th, 2023

    12:17

    Whether it's that pimple that popped up out of nowhere or your crooked teeth... If you have ever tried to hide a piece of your physical appearance to avoid embarrassment or judgement while speaking, this episode is …

    How To Stop Using Filler Words (and START making an impact when you speak)

    April 4th, 2023

    13:26

    How the audience is judging you when you use fillers

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    Are you a good public speaker (as long as you have time to prepare and know the topic)?

    March 21st, 2023

    11:50

    Why preparation doesn't equal confidence

  • The counter-intuitive practice that actually makes you a GOOD speaker
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    For more inspiration and to join …

    If you're getting talked over or interrupted

    March 4th, 2023

    13:07

    The SECRET ingredient you must have to be taken seriously

  • And, The counter intuitive thing to do to get your voice heard
  • For more inspiration and …

    HOW to Stop Pushing Through Speaking Gigs and Start Enjoying

    February 18th, 2023

    10:09

    Have you ever taken a really big sigh when you finished a speaking opportunity and thought "Thank god that's over!"? This episode is for you! What …

    WHY confrontation and emotionally charged conversations make you anxious and WHAT to do about it…

    January 24th, 2023

    16:33

    What is it in YOU that makes confrontation uncomfortable

  • How to stay steady despite someone else’s emotional state
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    For more inspiration and to …

    How To Reduce Speaking Anxiety Without Scripts or Excessive Rehearsing

    January 10th, 2023

    22:57

    Do you spend hours preparing your content for important communication moments and STILL feel nervous? Have you tried all the public speaking "best practices" out there and can't seem to feel confident or comfortable in …

    3 Secrets To Slowing Down

    September 1st, 2022

    16:57

    Our modern world is full of busy-ness. Life moves so fast that it's easy to lose track of how YOU are doing amidst all the responsibilities.

    And, …

    3 Tips To Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone And SHINE!

    September 1st, 2022

    17:33

    Being nervous about public speaking is normal but introverts have more to worry about when it comes to going outside their comfort zone and speaking …

    When You Spend Hours Preparing Your Content And Still Feel Anxious

    September 1st, 2022

    20:03

    WHY knowing what to say doesn't help you feel confident

  • The ONE mindset shift that will ensure reliable CALM under pressure
  • For more inspiration …
  • Why Toastmasters Will Never Cure Public Speaking Fears

    September 1st, 2022

    31:38

    Introverted women need to train in public speaking differently. In today’s episode we dive into what works for more introverted women to build authentic confidence in the spotlight (and what doesn’t). In this episode, …

    Welcome to the She Speaks To Inspire Podcast

    September 1st, 2022

    12:42

    Welcome to the "She Speaks To Inspire" Podcast!

    I'm your hosting Julia Kraft and I'm passionate about the transformative power of speaker's training. …

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