Public speaking is a common fear, but the data shows women experience it more often than men. From the fear of judgement to workplace experiences, there are wider factors that can shape how comfortable we feel speaking up.
Speaking up in meetings can feel harder than it should, particularly when you’re worried about being judged, interrupted or getting it wrong. This article explores why women can feel reluctant to contribute and shares five practical tips to help you speak up.
For International Women’s Day, I joined an all-woman team to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. The journey tested us physically and mentally, but also reminded me of what women can achieve when we challenge expectations and support each other.
What you do in the minutes before a presentation can affect how ready you feel. Discover how to create a simple pre-presentation routine to help you feel focused and ready to speak.
Have you ever experienced impost syndrome? I have. And I’ve worked with thousands of women who have told me they share these feelings. So what makes it so common for women to doubt their abilities and how might it be impacting your public speaking? What Is Imposter Syndrome? Imposter syndrome is a term coined in […]
If you want to become a more impactful speaker, it helps to be clear about what you want to achieve. When I had a fear of public speaking, I thought that if I just kept practising, I would eventually improve. And practice is certainly a big part of the process, but it’s also important to […]
Do you find yourself writing out every word, rehearsing repeatedly or worrying about questions you haven’t prepared for? Why women can feel pressure to over-prepare for presentations, and how to prepare without trying to make everything perfect.
Feeling nervous when you speak in public doesn’t mean you lack confidence. Nerves are common, and they can sometimes be useful. The key is changing how you think about them rather than expecting them to disappear completely.
Do you have words or phrases you use without realising it? From “um” and “like” to “to be honest” and “kind of”, discover how verbal habits can affect your message and why speaking confidently doesn’t mean sounding perfect.
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