In today’s episode, I have the immense pleasure of sharing my conversation with a public speaking expert about finding our unique voice!

On my journey of reclaiming my power, I devoted lots of energy to learning how to speak my truth in personal relationships. I had no idea that these humbling lessons would also translate into public speaking skills years later.

And just in case, “public speaking” can include anything from creating a YouTube video, giving a presentation, teaching a workshop and speaking onstage.

It’s been a pleasant surprise. With a little practice, the fruits of my personal labor—validating my needs, expressing my opinions and feeling steady and grounded in who I am—naturally helped me feel more confident before audiences. That’s a huge victory for this introvert.

Because now that deep foundation of self-compassion lets me get out of my own way, so that I can inspire and support more and more women to find and value their unique voice. 

So when I recently met Soulful Speaking Coach Lauri Smith, we clicked immediately. Her uncommon approach to public speaking intrigued me and I knew I had to have her as a guest on my podcast.

Lauri is a speaker, the creator of The Vocal Presence Path® approach to soulful speaking and the author of Your Voice Matters: A Guide to Speaking Soulfully When It Counts. She helps sensitive visionaries, ambitious empaths and loving rebels to speak, be seen and fulfill their soul’s calling.

Lauri treats speaking as a spiritual practice that raises consciousness by healing old wounds, guiding us home to our true selves. Her mission is to call forth more open-hearted leaders to do their part to change the world with authenticity, creativity and courage.

She envisions a world in which everyone shares the vibration of their soul’s purpose with the world through their voices and together, we reach global harmony.

Lauri can always see the soul underneath the static, which makes her really good at motivating people to fight their inner demons and find tremendous inner power. 

Here’s what we discussed in our chat:

• What’s your first aha moment with public speaking? 
• What needed to be integrated for you to enjoy public speaking? 
• How does your voice show up in your personal relationships? 
• What’s the next step on your journey? 
• What advice would you give to new and experienced public speakers?

We hope this conversation will inspire you to speak your truth and step into your power, whether that’s in a relationship, work setting, TikTok or onstage.

Enjoy!

Connect with Lauri via her website, podcast, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Linktree.

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Want some free support?

I’m offering free EFT Tapping sessions in exchange for a short interview via Zoom.

I enjoy connecting with other women and learning about their challenges related to confidence, boundaries and relationships.

In the first 15 minutes, I’ll ask questions like “How did you discover me?” for new content ideas. In the last 15 minutes, you’ll get an EFT session to feel calm and clear. (Yes, things can shift that quickly.)

This offer isn’t a discovery call, where we discuss my paid services. It’s a fun opportunity to connect and support each other!

If you feel inspired to work with me, we can book a free call to make sure we’re a good fit.

I look forward to connecting with you!

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