This Is It—Your First Step Toward Becoming
the Most Respected Voice in the Room.
Your quiz results are in! Just below, you’ll find a breakdown of your speaking strengths, plus actionable strategies to help you share your ideas with confidence—without losing what makes you, you.
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you are a
conversational speaker
Brené Brown almost said no to her TEDxHouston talk. Sharing deeply personal stories about vulnerability? It felt too risky.
But she took the leap, and her talk, The Power of Vulnerability, became one of the most-watched TED Talks ever.
Her secret wasn’t a flashy presentation or a polished script—it was her ability to connect, human to human. With warmth, authenticity, and the courage to be herself, she built a movement that helped millions feel seen, heard, and understood.
And she proved that vulnerability doesn’t need to be dialed down to create impact—it can be the very thing that drives it.
YOUR STRENGTHS
You have an incredible gift for connection. When you speak, it feels effortless and genuine—like a meaningful conversation, not a scripted performance.
Colleagues often turn to you because they know you don’t just listen to respond—you listen to understand. Whether in one-on-ones or small team discussions, you have a knack for creating safe spaces where others open up, collaborate, and feel valued.
Your message resonates because it’s honest, personal, and human. You bring warmth and clarity to even the driest topics, so that even the most complex ideas feel accessible.
The Challenge
While your conversational style thrives in smaller, familiar settings, stepping into bigger, high-stakes environments can feel daunting.
You may second-guess yourself, thinking:
Is my tone too casual?
Does this sound professional enough?
In larger or more formal settings, this hesitation might lead to missed opportunities to share your insights or guide the conversation with the same ease and connection you bring to smaller discussions.
YOUR POTENTIAL
Your conversational style isn’t a weakness—it’s your biggest asset. When paired with clear structure and intentional delivery, it becomes a leadership tool that works in every room.
youR
CONVERSATIONAL speaker
FORMULA
→ Step #1 – Start with Connection, Not Perfection
Authenticity is your advantage—lead with it.
Open with a personal touch:
Begin with a relatable anecdote or insight that mirrors your audience’s challenges.
Call out the elephant in the room:
Address the shared tension or challenge everyone is feeling.
Example: “When we started this project, I had my doubts about hitting the deadline—but here’s what I learned along the way.”
→ Step #2 – Structure Your Stories for Impact
Stories aren’t just for sharing—they’re tools to make your audience understand, remember, and act. A story without focus can lose them, but one with purpose can keep them hooked.
Break it into three parts:
Use the Challenge-Action-Result framework to keep your story concise and impactful.
Make it about them:
Every story should tie back to the audience’s goals or pain points.
Example: “Here’s how this approach could simplify the [specific challenge] your team is tackling right now.”
→ Step #3 – Balance Warmth With Focus
Conversational doesn’t mean scattered. Keep your message focused while staying approachable.
Pick 2–3 takeaways:
Before you speak, ask yourself: “What do I want them to remember?” Stick to those points, even if you’re tempted to add more.
Use purposeful transitions
Use clear bridges to connect your ideas without losing your audience.
Example: “This ties back to what we discussed last quarter…”
→ Step #4 – Refine Through Practice
Test your stories:
Share your stories or points with someone who will be honest. Ask: “Did this feel clear and relatable?”
Your warmth shines brightest when paired with preparation.
Start where you’re comfortable:
Practice in low-stakes settings—team huddles, casual conversations—to build confidence. Then scale up to bigger moments.
When you combine your natural warmth with a structured, intentional approach:
Your Path Forward
✔ You make people feel seen: Your stories don’t just share information—they spark connection and understanding.
✔ You turn clarity into action: People walk away knowing exactly what to do next, and they trust you to lead the way.
✔ You lead with authenticity. By bringing humanity to every interaction, you inspire action and leave a lasting impression.
The moments you can't plan for?
Let's tackle them together.
If there’s one thing I hear over and over from introverted leaders, it’s this:
No matter how meticulously you prepare, it’s the unscripted moments—the ones you can’t plan for—that feel like the hardest test.
THE MOMENTS WHEN...
Someone in a meeting turns to you with, “What’s your take?” and your mind scrambles for a coherent response.
A missed KPI puts you in the hot seat, and you’re suddenly expected to explain what went wrong.
A senior leader asks, “What’s the backup plan?” and every eye in the room turns to you.
These moments feel like stepping under a spotlight you never asked for.
It’s uncomfortable.
It’s overwhelming.
But it doesn’t have to leave you spiraling, unsure, or replaying the scene on a loop hours later.
That’s why I created “Impromptu Speaking—Speak On the Spot with Structure,” now waiting in your inbox.
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Inside this quick video training, you’ll discover:
✔ The 3-Step Impromptu Speaking Framework
A simple, step-by-step plan to structure your thoughts, so you know exactly what to say, from the first word to the last, when the spotlight’s on you.
✔ What to Say When You Don’t Know the Answer
Learn a word-for-word response to handle those “I have no idea” moments without losing credibility, and how to set follow-up expectations so your audience stays confident in you.
✔ Quick Strategies to Calm Your Mind
When your heart’s pounding, your thoughts are racing, and the room feels ten degrees hotter, this reset will steady your nerves and help you speak with clarity.
✔ How to Make Your Answers Stick
Use stories, examples, and the “Power of Three” to make sure your message stays with your audience long after the conversation ends.
Here’s Why I Know You Can Handle It
As an introvert myself with 10 years of corporate experience, I’ve worked with over 250 introverted leaders—the software engineers, project managers, and senior execs who started where you are:
Afraid they wouldn’t be taken seriously in meetings.
Hesitant to share their ideas, even when they knew they were right.
Dreading the next presentation or impromptu question.
And here's where they are now:
✔ Landing dream roles and climbing the corporate ladder, earning the recognition they deserve.
✔ Speaking up in meetings and delivering presentations to hundreds, even thousands, without freezing up.
✔ Giving TED Talks and launching podcasts they once thought were just dreams.
So, why wouldn’t you?
You’ve got everything it takes. The skills, the knowledge, the drive.
Now, it’s about harnessing your confidence and speaking your truth in those critical moments.
You’re capable of more than you think.
You’ve Got the Tools—Now Let’s Fast-Track the Results
The quiz gave you clarity about your speaking strengths. The video training showed you how to steady your nerves under pressure.
You’ve already built a solid foundation.
Confidence doesn’t live in tools. It shows up—or doesn’t—when you’re in the tick of the moment, the stakes are high, and all eyes are on you.
But let’s be honest…
MOMENTS LIKE THESE:
The meeting takes an unexpected turn.
Your slides are flawless. Your data’s solid. But halfway through your presentation, someone fires a question you didn’t expect.
Now it’s not about what’s on your deck—it’s about proving you belong at the table.
The promotion feels like a trial run.
You finally earned the role you’ve been chasing. But now every decision feels like a high-stakes exam.
You overanalyze, second-guess yourself, and wonder: Do they trust me as much as I’m pretending to trust myself?
Your best ideas stay locked in your head.
You’ve got the solution everyone needs—clear, logical, exactly what the moment calls for.
But when it’s your turn to speak, your chest tightens, your throat dries up, and staying silent feels safer than risking the wrong thing.
These Moments Don’t Just Test Your Career—They Shape Your Confidence.
When they happen, no rehearsed script, polished slide deck, or "fake it till you make it" mantra will save the day.
Because the issue isn’t just preparation—it’s deeper.
✔ A strategy designed for how you think and communicate. As an introvert, you don’t need to outshout others or lean on theatrics. Execs want sharp, thoughtful ideas that solve problems and drive decisions.
✔ Practice that mirrors high-stakes moments. Confidence doesn’t just appear—it’s built by navigating tough situations, stumbling, recalibrating, and learning how to hold your ground when the pressure is on.
✔ Feedback that drives tangible progress. Refining your skills step by step, one win at a time, until speaking up feels as natural as the expertise you already bring to the table.
IT ALL STARTS HERE...
With Your Executive Presence Call
Pinpoint What’s Holding You Back
Is it the fear of being judged? The overthinking that spirals out of control?
We’ll identify the exact triggers that keep you quiet or second-guessing—and uncover why they show up when the stakes are highest.
Define Confidence on Your Terms
Is confidence handling tough questions without flinching? Walking into a room and owning your space? Knowing your ideas leave people thinking, “We need them on this project?”
We’ll map out your version of executive presence, giving you a clear picture of the leader you’re ready to become.
Build Your Coaching Roadmap
This isn’t about generic advice or surface-level fixes.
We’ll design a step-by-step plan to help you command attention in every room, inspire trust when it matters most, and solidify your reputation as someone they can’t ignore—or replace.
In 30 minutes, we'll:
Avoiding these moments doesn’t just hurt your career—it chips away at how you see yourself.
→ Opportunities slipping through your fingers.
You watch someone less prepared—but more outspoken—walk away with the credit for the ideas you knew were yours to share.
→ The constant “what ifs.”
Replaying meetings in your head. Picking apart what you didn’t say. Carrying the frustration of knowing you held back.
→ The weight of playing small.
Walking into the room and bracing yourself, instead of leading it.
What It Feels Like to Be the Most Respected Voice In the Room
→ You walk in steady and grounded.
No racing heart or second-guessing. Shoulders back, calm voice. You feel the shift in the air—like everyone’s already paying attention.
→ You speak, and the room leans in.
Your voice is sure. Your points are clear. Heads nod, pens scratch notes, and you can see their perspective shifting because of your ideas.
→ You leave proud—not haunted by what you didn’t say.
Instead of replaying missed moments, you reflect on what you brought to the table—and feel good about how you showed up.
→ You lead with confidence—and it shows.
Whether it’s high-visibility projects, tough negotiations, or making the case for your ideas, you handle it with ease—and know you’ve earned your seat at the table.
