S5E4 Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking

For aspiring leaders and women in corporate careers, the ability to speak confidently in public is a crucial skill that can propel your professional growth. The "Her Leadership Coach" podcast featuring Silke Herald, a clinical hypnotherapist, offers invaluable insights into conquering this common fear that often holds women back from reaching their full potential in leadership roles.

With over 15 years of experience in helping women overcome anxiety, fears, phobias and self-limiting beliefs, Silke blends science, practicality and warmth in equal measure and treats every person as a unique individual. It is such a relief to clients that with Silke they finally feel really seen and heard. 

Silke's personal journey from social anxiety to becoming a hypnotherapy practitioner is a testament to the power of addressing our subconscious beliefs. As she explains, the fear of public speaking is a learned behaviour, often rooted in childhood experiences or significant emotional events. For women in leadership positions, understanding and overcoming these underlying thought patterns can be transformative, allowing you to communicate your ideas with confidence and authority in corporate settings.

One of the most powerful takeaways from Silke's interview is the importance of authenticity in public speaking. As she wisely notes, "It is far more important to be you and to actually have something like set an intention for. What do you want the audience to get out of this?" This advice is particularly relevant for women in leadership who may feel pressure to emulate male colleagues. By embracing your unique voice and perspective, you can connect more genuinely with your audience and make a lasting impact.

The techniques Silke shares, such as pacing thoughts and leaning into physical sensations of anxiety, offer practical tools for aspiring leaders to manage their public speaking fears. These strategies, combined with the understanding that most people are too preoccupied with their own nervousness to notice yours, can help you approach speaking opportunities with greater confidence and poise.

 

=> Free resource for listeners: 10 minute free "Deep Relaxation and Letting Go Off Stress" Hypnosis Recording https://australianhypnotherapycentre.com.au/

 

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