On this episode of the BOLD CREATIVES COLLECTIVE PODCAST, TJ talks with Adriana Baer, a total powerhouse in the creative world. Adriana's journey is super cool—from helping folks deliver lines on stage to empowering them to speak their own truths loud and proud.

She's all about this new gig where she's coaching people from all over the place, and it's not just actors and artists she's working with. Nope, Adriana's reaching out to folks from all walks of life, helping them find their voices and share their stories.

We dive deep into how she's bridging the gap between different creative realms and why effective communication is so darn important in the arts. And let's be real, sometimes us creatives struggle to talk about our work, right? But Adriana's got some killer insights on how to nail that artist statement or pitch without feeling like a used car salesman.

We also get into the nitty-gritty of public speaking—like, how do you even stand and hold a mic without looking awkward? Plus, Adriana breaks down the secret sauce of engaging your audience and getting them to feel what you want them to feel.

So, if you're a creative who's ever stumbled over explaining your vision or felt weird about self-promotion, this episode is for you. Adriana drops some serious wisdom that'll have you feeling pumped to share your story with the world.

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Adriana Baer (she/her), is a public speaking coach for leaders and rising leaders. Her mission is to help clients claim their stage, radiate confidence and charisma, propel their career, and increase their impact. With over 20 years as a professional theater director and arts leader, Adriana brings a unique perspective and a practical and actionable set of tools to her coaching. In addition to her private coaching practice, she has worked and lectured at dozens of regional theaters, colleges, and universities nationwide. Adriana holds a Bachelor of Arts from Sarah Lawrence College and a Masters of Fine Arts in Directing from Columbia University. She is the cohost of the podcast From Your Center and offers online courses and coaching through Adriana Baer Creative.

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Host & Producer: TJ Walsh

Engineer: Daisy James