In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I’m discussing the importance of strategic communication and how to effectively contribute to conversations that matter. I’ve been noticing my own ‘desire’ to contribute to ALL THE CONVERSATIONS, but actually, realising I need to focus on my own circle of influence and control, and the value of thoughtful contributions over mere opinions. The episode also touches on the challenges of moral outrage in the digital age, with an invitation to be mindful of your energy and impact.Listen in to hear:How being more strategic contribution can enhance your influence.Why not every opinion needs to be shared; choose wisely.How moral outrage can detract from meaningful dialogue.Why it’s powerful to focus on areas where you can make a real impact.How you can conserve energy for significant contributions.Join me at The Goldilocks Effect Online Workshop - get your ticket here.Not receiving my juicy newsletters yet? Subscribe here, and get your FREE copy of my How To Stop Rambling ebook - https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/f/how-to-stop-ramblingWant another episode? Ep 58 The Curse of Moral Outrage and Righteous Indignation.Got a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? Tag me in a post, or DM me on Instagram.
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155 - Umms & Ahhs and How To Stop Them
Today I’m answering the question, “how do I train out the excessive umms and ahhs and other unnecessary fillers that take away the conviction and strength in the message”Well, I don’t think you need to get rid of all your umms and ahhs … they’re part of an authentic and real connection. But, if they’re undermining the impact of your message, there are some simple things you can do to remove them.Listen in to hear:When filler words can undermine the strength of your message, and when they’re okHow to identify why you use filler wordsThe different approaches to minimising them, depending on why you use themWhy you might want to keep your umms and ahhs, and instead use other tactics to be impactfulDifferent ways to replace your umms and ahhs, or deliver your message differently so you don’t use them anywayTo register for the upcoming IMPACTAbility online workshop, The Goldilocks Effect of Speaking, click here.Have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? Ask me on Instagram.To grab my free ebook, How To Stop Rambling, click here.
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154 - Managing The Fear Of Public Speaking
It’s often said that the fear of public speaking is second only to the fear of death itself.If this is even close to true I find it incredibly sad - how many people are not speaking up, and not contributing their insights and knowledge to the world just because they’re scared something bad might happen?In this special episode of Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson I’m sharing a snippet of my recent Speaking with Impact workshop series. In this particular workshop (which was part 2 of 3), I explore what we’re really scared of when we feel we’re scared of speaking in public, and how to manage it.Listen in to hear:What we REALLY fear when it comes to public speakingHow we can manage our nervesThe simple techniques for reframing that fearHow, by prioritising on connection, you can minimise that feeling of fearWhy your own personal stories can be your most powerful antidote to fearIf you’d like to watch workshops 1 & 3 of this series, simply register here and you’ll receive the replay link.If you’d like to be the first to know about my new upcoming workshops, sign up for my weekly newsletter here and get a copy of my How To Stop Rambling ebook while you’re at it.Got a question about this podcast? Ask me over on Instagram
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153 - How To Memorise Your Presentation So You Don’t Need Notes
If I had a dollar for every person who’s asked me ‘how do I memorise my presentations?’ … In this episode of Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson I’m talking about why memorising your presentation is a REALLY bad idea, and what you can do instead to deliver a powerful presentation.Listen in to hear:Why you DON’T want to even try to memorise your presentationMy top strategies for note-taking and using my slide decks for keeping me on trackIt’s more than acceptable to have notes (really, it is!)How memorising actually robs you of a key outcome of speaking, which is connecting with your audienceI mention my ‘Frame Your Thinking’ method in this episode - you can listen to episode 74 to learn more.Join me at my upcoming FREE and online Speaking with Impact workshop series, to discover how to land your message EVERY TIME, even if you ramble, go off on tangents or freeze when all eyes are on you. It’s starting on Tuesday 10 June - all the details are here.
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152 - The Problem With Shortcuts Like AI and Templates
It’s really tempting to use shortcuts like AI or templates when crafting a presentation; but if you’re not careful they’ll trip you up more than they help.In this episode of Speaking with Confidence I’m sharing the ‘colour-by-numbers’ mistake I see many people make when using a template, or AI, and how to overcome that.Listen in to hear:The ‘secret’ to effective presentationsWhy your unique experience, and style, is your greatest asset when presenting (even if you’re quiet, nervous or humble)How templates and AI can not only rob you of your authenticity, but they can also trip you up and make you present worse than without themHow you CAN use shortcuts like AI and templates effectively, without losing your unique voice or storyWhy it’s not about delivering ‘perfection’, it’s about taking your audience on a journeyJoin me for my upcoming Speaking with Impact workshop series. Over 3 short, fun and highly interactive sessions, you’ll discover how to collect your thoughts and speak with authority, confidence, authenticity and impact, even if you ramble, lose your words or freeze when all eyes are on you! It starts Tuesday June 10 - register here.
About Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson: communication coaching for humble leaders
If you ramble, lose your words or struggle to make yourself heard, this podcast is for you. This show is for humble leaders - public servants, corporate hippies & business owners - who want to speak up and be heard without sounding pushy or arrogant.
I’m Cat Matson and I coach people to speak with authenticity and impact in ALL settings. Whether you want to lead your team better, host webinars, speak impactfully when put on the spot or start speaking on stage, this podcast will teach you how to collect your thoughts and confidently communicate with humility, authenticity, authority and impact.
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