What if every time you step up to speak, it’s not your skills holding you back, but an old story from your past, replaying in your mind?

That fear you feel about speaking up in a meeting or giving a big presentation didn’t appear out of thin air. Those bad memories have scar tissue, and your brain clings to them, trying to keep you safe, even though the danger is long gone. But you can rewrite the script and show up with confidence, every single time.

Stop looking for the “perfect” speaking technique—old wounds need a different approach. You can actually train your mind to see speaking as safe again, and it starts with a simple, powerful shift in how you think about your past.

• Why bad memories surface before you speak, so you can finally stop blaming your talent or preparation.
• How your nervous system mistakes old wounds for present danger, and why this keeps you quiet, so you stop self-sabotaging.
• A science-backed analogy that shows how mental “scar tissue” limits your range, so you realize more practice isn’t the answer.
• A step-by-step strategy to tell your brain you’re safe now, so you can upgrade your old memories and move forward.
• How to prepare your mind before high-stakes moments, so you show up powerfully and leave the past behind.

Rewrite your memories, reclaim your voice, and become the speaker others can’t ignore.

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During this live coaching session, our guest Emily Erb, has experience speaking on webinars and her own podcast. Today we uncover what her style of speaking is, so that she shows up as her unique self.

Ep 384 is mentioned in this episode: Speak with Confidence on Demand: How to Train Your Nervous System

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Trying to change your whole life at once only guarantees you stay exactly the same.

Most people create marathon to-do lists at conferences or the start of the year—then achieve none of them. The secret isn’t in doing everything, it’s about tipping just one domino and watching the others fall. Small shifts lead to major changes, and that’s how success really happens.

Focus on just one thing and give it your all. It’s the difference between spinning your wheels and truly moving forward. You don’t need a massive overhaul—just a single step, done well, to open all the right doors.

• How picking one key action transforms your progress, so you’re not overwhelmed and giving up.
• The domino principle for life and leadership, so your first move causes big positive changes down the line.
• Why most people fail at resolutions, so you can avoid their mistakes and finally get results.
• Easy ways to break any goal into tiny steps, so you build momentum (and confidence) with every win.
• Ways to get real speaking and leadership success by making small, focused moves, so you become unforgettable in any room.

Start with one domino and set off a chain reaction.

Timestamps:

• [00:00] Why trying to change 12 things means changing nothing
• [02:43] What to tell yourself when you come back from a conference or training
• [04:11] The restructure that freed up a leader's entire schedule
• [06:09] The 60-second IG story hack for building speaking confidence
• [08:59] Your homework: finding your first domino

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• How to use the event calendar of conference centers to find events in the near future and pitch for their following year's agenda
• How to use my "Follow the Leader" strategy

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What can improv teach you about showing up powerfully in real life and business?

Imagine stepping into a room with no script, no plan, and no idea what’s happening next. That’s improv. It’s nervous, unscripted, and liberating. Each moment is about responding in the now, while being fully present and real.

You’ll leave comfortable with the unknown, trusting yourself to be resourceful in the moment. Discover how the tools of improv, like “yes, and,” being present, and embracing mistakes can make you a stronger speaker, coach, or leader.

• Using “yes, and” keeps the conversation open and collaborative, so your audience and clients feel truly heard
• Why being fully present transforms how you lead, and you never miss the opportunity right in front of you
• The secret to making others look good, so your relationships become stronger and more supportive
• How to turn mistakes into memorable moments, watch how pressure and perfectionism stop holding you back
• The powerful impact of strategic silence, so your message lands fully every time

Step into any room with confidence and make every moment count.

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During this live coaching session, our guest Meg Pearson of Rebel Soul Media, shares her personal story and wonders how to use her story with her coaching and web design business.

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When someone Googles your name, what shows up? AI and SEO need to be working for you, not against.

If you want to get booked as a speaker, reputation SEO is no longer optional, it's your silent ambassador online. Learn how your first impression is now made on Google’s front page, whether you like it or not.

You’ll discover what to do when your search results fall flat, especially if you’re changing topics or industries. Find out how a focused and consistent bio can build trust with both Google and meeting planners, and the real reason your speaking page needs more than a list of gigs.

• How to shape what people see when they search your name, so you instantly look credible.
• The difference between traditional SEO and reputation SEO, so you know where to focus your efforts first.
• Why using the same media bio every time matters, so you build a recognizable reputation that gets picked up by Google and AI.
• Smart ways to leverage every speaking opportunity, podcast, and mention, so you fill Google with trust-building proof.
• The power of a “visibility tour” after a pivot, so Google updates your expertise fast and you get more of the right bookings.

Get your name working for you, not against you.

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You don’t need more time or another certification. Change starts the moment you decide.

Stop waiting until you feel ready or for the “perfect” moment to come around. The opportunity to transform your life is right now. Hesitation means you’re letting it slip by.

Maybe there’s a dream you keep on the back burner, or a goal you can’t stop thinking about. It’s time to let go of excuses and step into action, no matter how small the first step may be.

• How to recognize the difference between real obstacles and “protection patterns,” so you can finally move forward.
• Why making the decision to start, even before you feel ready, will naturally build your confidence and motivation.
• Simple exercises like journaling will rewire your nervous system, and taking action becomes easier and more you.
• The power of changing your identity first, so your actions automatically match your new goals.

Forget “someday”......be the person who starts today.

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