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06/28/2024

Pick a number from 1-50.

You have your number?

Scroll down and that's your affirmation.

Which one did you get?

1) I am a confident and capable speaker.
2) My voice is strong, clear, and confident.
3) I speak with authority and conviction.
4) I connect easily with my audience.
5) I am well-prepared and organized for every speech.
6) I enjoy speaking in front of others.
7) My words are impactful and inspiring.
8) I feel calm and centered before every presentation.
9) I radiate confidence and poise on stage.
10) Public speaking empowers me to share my message.
11) I am a natural-born speaker, and my audience is engaged.
12) I embrace nervousness as a normal part of public speaking.
13) I am a magnet for positive energy when I speak.
14) Each presentation I give improves my skills.
15) My body language communicates confidence and openness.
16) I am grateful for the opportunity to speak in public.
17) I am always learning and growing as a speaker.
18) I speak with clarity and purpose.
19) I captivate my audience from the first word.
20) I have valuable insights to offer through my speeches.
21) My mind is focused, and my thoughts are clear.
22) I effortlessly handle unexpected situations during speeches.
23) I am open to constructive feedback to improve my speaking.
24) I speak with authenticity and sincerity.
25) I visualize success before every speaking engagement.
26) I am becoming more confident with each speech I give.
27) I am a powerful communicator.
28) I engage my audience with compelling stories.
29) I deserve to be seen and heard.
30) I speak from the heart and connect deeply with my audience.
31) I embrace the spotlight and shine brightly.
32) I breathe deeply and speak with calmness.
33) I radiate enthusiasm and passion for my topic.
34) My confidence as a speaker grows stronger every day.
35) I handle challenging questions with ease and grace.
36) I trust myself to deliver impactful presentations.
37) Public speaking comes naturally to me.
38) I use my voice to inspire and motivate others.
39) I am proud of my unique speaking style.
40) I am grateful for the opportunity to share my knowledge.
41) I enjoy the adrenaline rush of speaking in public.
42) I am a masterful speaker, and my audience respects me.
43) I prepare my speeches with diligence and attention to detail.
44) I speak fluently and articulately.
45) I attract positive attention with my confident presence.
46) I embrace silence as a powerful tool in my speeches.
47) I radiate confidence and charisma on stage.
48) I deliver my message with clarity and conviction.
49) I am a beacon of inspiration through my speeches.
50) I am becoming a more confident speaker with each day.

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04/06/2024

Join us for our Women & Wisdom Series: Strengthen Your Speaking Skills on Wednesday, April 10 at 8 p.m. EDT / 7 p.m. CDT / 6 p.m. MDT / 5 p.m. PDT. Sammie Walker Herrera (Kappa Nu, Carnegie Mellon University), public speaking coach with Speak Y'all, will share ways you can become a stronger communicator and answer your questions. Don't miss the opportunity to learn important speaking skills that will help you make sure your voice is confidently heard! Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsde-hrjspEtNLVmSVKG1yT6SFJGER8Krh

About Sammie:
Sammie Walker Herrera, founder and public speaking coach with Speak Y'all, is passionate about helping leaders trust their voices and express their expertise. In addition, Sammie is a Career Consultant at Carnegie Mellon University supporting students moving into careers in tech. As a Certified Career Services Provider™ with 10+ years of coaching experience, Sammie has coached thousands on effective communication and career strategies. In her free time, Sammie is a Latin dance instructor and performs improv and stand-up comedy.

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📍 We've all been there - maybe we're here now.

Caught in the loop of busy work, reading endless books, bookmarking articles, and listening to podcasts...

all under the guise of preparation. 

For many leaders, the public speaking journey begins with the best intentions but often gets derailed with procrastination.

Procrastination is often mistaken as productivity.

We can convince ourselves that reading one more book or listening to another podcast will somehow make us more prepared.

The truth is, it's not about the quantity of information consumed but the quality of action taken.

This type of procrastination can leave you drowning in data, keep you in your comfort zone for longer than you wanted, and make making mistakes feel too scary 😨

The first step to trying something new is being gentle with yourself. Recognize where you are, so you have somewhere to go.

Here are next steps to move from procrastination to action:

- Set a clear goal
- Create a practice schedule
- Get your practice rounds in! 🗣️
- Seek feedback from a trusted expert

Your strength lies not just in doing things but in deciding what to do.

Spend more time on your goal setting, and experience how the rest of the process flows with your intention.

Agree?

         

It can be easy to doubt your voice.You may wonder if you're just lucky to be here. But remember, it's not about luck; it...
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It can be easy to doubt your voice.
You may wonder if you're just lucky to be here.

But remember, it's not about luck; it's about purpose.

The world needs your voice, your experiences, and your insights. Please don't underestimate the impact you can have.

Don't be afraid to step up and share your story.

It's totally normal to question your place in a spotlight at first 🔦

They're not lucky to have you; they genuinely need you.

Your voice and perspective are your strengths.

Make today a new day where you begin to believe more & more in your own value.

You're not just here by luck; you're here because your voice matters, and it can inspire change.

Let me know, whose voice have you resonated with? What was their message?

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🎃 To celebrate   - here's a quote as empowering as it is scary!

Scary - My success is determined by me!?! 😱
Empowering - My success is determined by me. 😎

Scary - What I believe will come true!?!? I can't start! 😱
Empowering - What I believe will come true, let me adjust my mindset! 😎

Scary - There's always tomorrow, I'll start later. 😱
Empowering - There isn't always tomorrow, so I'll start now. 😎

What we bold will direct our day, our week, our months - our lives! Let's start this spooky week strong!

So... what are you for Halloween this year?

   

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2 ADHD Brains at work! ⚡🧠⚡

It's ADHD Awareness Month and I'm excited to share this convo between Donae Cannon (Clarity Coaching) & I on her show - ADHD Crash Course! 🎧

Although we may imagine grade school book reports or motivational speakers when we think of public speaking, most of us have to speak "publicly" in some capacity every day.

In this podcast interview, I share key strategies for helping those with ADHD improve this essential skill.

Listen in to gain confidence in expressing yourself - whether you struggle with a brain that freezes or races under pressure 🗣️ https://www.theadhdclaritycoach.com/post/ep-61-public-speaking-tips-for-fast-or-frozen-brains

Let me know, did you know it was ADHD Awareness Month? 🤔

What we resist, persists. You can read all the books about:✈️ how planes stay in the air💕 how to build a better relation...
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What we resist, persists. You can read all the books about:

✈️ how planes stay in the air
💕 how to build a better relationship
🗣️ how to speak confidently...all you want.

Even reading is procrastination when we're using it to keep us from action!

If you don't face your fear directly, you'll never fully reach your potential.

Your power lies in what you do while scared, not waiting for the fear to go away on its' own.

Do you agree?

Hey y'all, time for an intro 👋My name is Sammie and I'm a Public Speaking and Confidence Coach with 6+ years of professi...
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Hey y'all, time for an intro 👋

My name is Sammie and I'm a Public Speaking and Confidence Coach with 6+ years of professional communication coaching experience.

My clients are CTOs, VPs, and senior leadership at companies such as Amazon, IBM, Oracle, and Microsoft, and I coach them on their impromptu speaking and interviewing skills.

In my free time, I am a Latin dance instructor with , do improv comedy with , and enjoy finding all the vegan spots in Pittsburgh, PA.

I created Speak Y'all because I firmly believe that when we change ourselves, we change the world.

Speak Y’all exists to help you build long-term confidence through committed speaking practice, expert feedback, and accountability.

By working together, you will recognize the expert you are and communicate your insights to your community, your company, and the collective good - no matter your native language.

You have the power inside to change how you lead. Let’s unlock that power together, once and for y’all.

Let's connect! 👋

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