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I recently joined Andrew Jones on the Business Insider Podcast to discuss some of the most pressing topics in communication today — from how AI is reshaping our industry to what truly builds confidence and how professionals can identify and articulate their unique value.
Andrew asked thoughtful
...Save this link for the next time you feel anxious, tense, or your mind won’t stop racing. A few minutes of diaphragmatic breathing can bring you back to calm and clarity. Read the instructions below to make sure you’re breathing diaphragmatically (many people think they are, but aren’t quite).
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Fear before an interview or public appearance is often fear of the unknown—especially the “What if they ask me about ___?” spiral. One of the most effective ways to reduce that anxiety and protect your message is to set clear boundaries in advance: what you will and won’t discuss, and how you’ll res...
You’ve seen it happen. Maybe it’s happened to you.
Someone steps up to present. They’re clearly knowledgeable. They’ve done the work. They’re confident…enough.
Yet, halfway through, people’s eyes glaze over. They check their phones. They nod politely but stop listening.
This disconnect isn’t just...
