In this episode I’m giving you my top tips for speaking on camera, and getting over that reluctance to record when it’s just you and the camera.

I record A LOT of video content - this podcast, for one, as well as course videos, Instagram reels and stories, and I’ve picked up a few tricks along the way to move past that reluctance to hit record and just do it.

Listen in to hear:

• Why it’s perfectly normal to struggle with speaking to a camera without an audience.

• Why creating content quickly can help maintain momentum.

• How to quickly plan the content of your video (not your script) to get you moving

• Why authenticity in video content is more engaging than perfection.

• Why I’m a big fan of recording once and publishing

• The only part of your video I suggest you practice

• My hot tip for connecting with an absent, invisible audience

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Want some more social media tips? Listen to episode 63 - How To Not Suck at Social Media Videos.

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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.

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Want another episode? Ep 58 The Curse of Moral Outrage and Righteous Indignation.

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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 ok

• How to identify why you use filler words

• The different approaches to minimising them, depending on why you use them

• Why you might want to keep your umms and ahhs, and instead use other tactics to be impactful

• Different ways to replace your umms and ahhs, or deliver your message differently so you don’t use them anyway

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