This will be difficult for some but if you can do this one thing in a regimented manner, you will increase your ability to communicate your message exponentially in a shorter amount of time. That thing is… Exposure therapy! Small increments of practical action. Talking in front of friends or family is a great start. Placing yourself at the scene of the crime is how you discover what really happened! You have to really dig in psychologically: - What are you thinking when it’s time to speak? - What’s on your mind before you speak? - What are you afraid will happen? - Anything you’re trying to avoid? Understanding your mental process will unpack the correct solution. That’s why exposure therapy works so well. It replicates the action to uncover the problem. If you’d be interested in a free 1 Week Training where we practice exposure therapy in a safe, judgement free, virtual space, comment “speak” below 👇🏾

**Diamond Method**: Ist Base: Start with your main point first (the MOST IMPORTANT). 2nd Base: Supporting Info (1-2 sentences max) 3rd Base: Give an applicable example Home: Back to your MOST important point. Try your best to keep each to 1 sentence and see how you sound! This method allows you to be in control, not over-explain, and get your points off in a way that commands the audience! *Remember, speaking is easy. It's our brains that make it hard.* To book a 1 on 1 session: https://scheduler.zoom.us/jon-mcleod/strategy-session

It's a powerful question that will lead to a life-changing answer. I have dealt with this before and the thing I hold onto is "what will I learn?" The mental framework of failure requires a commitment to the belief that you won't get that chance again. I believe this to be false. As long as we draw breath there's a chance to try again. It may not always be the same circumstances but the ability remains. When you view it as an opportunity to learn something new, the possibilities are almost endless. You don't truly learn in winning. You learn what you did THIS time worked. Failing teaches you so much more. l've fallen in love with failure because of this. It's tough sometimes, but regret is worse than not trying. I’m building a step by step self-help system for professionals with mild to moderate public speaking anxiety who want to calm their body, clear their mind, and speak clearly in their next important speaking moment. If this is you or you know someone who could use practical help, comment and stay tuned! Hope this helps!

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3 truths to remember: 1. You are the expert. 2. It's not about you as much as it is about the people excited to hear your amazing product (aka make it about other people and not how you feel) 3. Your experience and idea is why they want you. Don't forget, they're there to learn about your product, company story, and what your product offers them. You are just the messenger. The Lie(s): You’re always going to be dealing with speaking anxiety and struggling to get your point across to your audience. Also, don’t forget to sign up for Saturday’s free class! You got this! Congrats in advance!!!