#99 - Transforming Public Speaking Fright into Delight /w Linda Ugelow
In this episode, I was honored to interview Linda Ugelow, a speaking confidence and vocal coach and author of 'Delight in the Limelight.' Linda shares her journey from being terrified of public speaking to mastering it and helping others do the same. She discusses the underlying causes of speaking anxiety, often rooted in past experience,s and offers practical advice to address these fears. Linda also talks about making friends with the lens for online video and stages both, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and practice in overcoming speaking anxieties. I also shared the big announcement: The rebranding of the podcast. Don't miss the start of the episode to hear the new name. Next week, in the anniversary episode of 100, I will share the full behind-the-scenes of how the new name come to ligh, and what to expect from this podcast moving forward. Hint, only better things ;) 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (02:56) Facing the Fear of Public Speaking (05:44) Discovering the Root of the Fear (10:55) Tools and Techniques for Healing Fear (15:12) Embracing the Joy of Speaking (22:43) The Path to Authentic Self-Expression (26:03) The Importance of Copying in Learning (29:50) Challenges of Speaking a Second Language (31:07) Improving Pronunciation and Articulation (34:59) Overcoming Anxiety in Conversations (37:48) Getting Comfortable on Camera (47:27) Weekly Challenge 🟪 Connect with Linda Ugelow Website: https://www.lindaugelow.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lindaugelow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.ugelow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaugelow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindaugelow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lindaugelow 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on Spotify Rate the show on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Until Next Week, Pura Vida!