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Overcoming Nerves
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“Take a deep breath”, “Just breathe through it”. I’m sure this is advice we’ve all heard. But do breathing exercises for public speaking actually work? In this blog, I’m sharing one technique I come back to again and again. It’s a simple breathing exercise that helps me stay calm and connected and I often use it before […]
Thrown in at the deep end I remember joining a new team a few years ago. I was still finding my feet, learning names, working out the culture, figuring out who was who. And then I was asked to host the team’s away day. For 70 people. Now, I’m naturally an introvert. I’ve always had […]
You’ve probably experienced it: standing before a group, heart racing, palms sweaty, mind blank. Despite all the preparation, something feels off. The words don’t land, and the connection with your audience just isn’t there. Public speaking can feel overwhelming, especially when fear gets in the way. Often, that disconnect isn’t about nerves or lack of […]
When you’re nervous about public speaking, understanding the physical signs of nerves can help you stop fighting them and start finding calm in the moment. You know that feeling. Your heart’s pounding. Your mouth’s dry. Your hands feel shaky and your thoughts start racing ahead. You’re about to speak, maybe it’s just your turn to […]
We’ve all heard the stats about how people fear public speaking more than death. But I think we sometimes miss the reason why it matters so much—why it stirs something deep. It’s not just about standing on a stage or delivering a slick presentation. It’s about being seen. Heard. Understood. And that’s vulnerable. Whether you’re […]
Public speaking is one of the most common fears, and if you’ve ever experienced anxiety about public speaking – the racing heart, shaky hands or that sinking feeling when you’re asked to speak – you’re not alone. For years, I avoided it. I’d find ways to duck out of opportunities. I told myself I wasn’t […]
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “How can I the overcome fear of public speaking?”—you’re not alone. Many of the women I coach have prepared, practised, and still feel the nerves taking over. That’s because confidence isn’t just built through repetition—it’s shaped by how you think. Your mindset matters more than you might realise. We’re often […]
