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Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson

Impactful Presenters

Get nervous and lose your words in meetings? Think aloud or ramble? Tune in for practical tips on how you can speak with confidence, authority, authenticity and impact. Your host is Cat Matson of Impactful Presenters. Companion Facebook group where you can have your questions answered is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakingconfidence

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Episode 93. Speaking: The Secret Sauce of...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/06/19

I am convinced that the ability to speak in a way that connects with your audience, be it an audience of 1 or an audience of thousands, is THE number one skill you can have in your professional toolkit. In fact, I believe it's the 'secret sauce' to professional influence and therefore success. In this special episode I’m sharing the distillation, the highlights, of my recent Speaking with Impact workshop (part 1), where I talk about how I reached this conclusion from lived, personal experience. I

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Episode 92. The 3 Top Speaking Fears, and How To...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/06/12

During the last month over 500 people have told me what their biggest challenges and fears are when it comes to speaking … you’d be surprised just how similar they are all. However, 3 fears rose to the top as the most common and the most debilitating … these are the fears that are stopping people from showing up and sharing their knowledge and ideas Imposter Syndrome and fearing I don’t know everything Forgetting what you’re going to say and Rambling, not being concise and giving too much

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11:43

Episode 91. Unlock Your Potential: How Speaking...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/06/05

In this week’s episode I’m changing pace a bit, and sharing with you one of my favourite questions to ask myself and Impactful Presenters’ clients: "What would become possible if...?" It's a simple yet powerful question that can open your mind to new possibilities and opportunities. We often tell ourselves that we can't do things, but if it's possible in the world, chances are it's possible for us too. It's just a matter of changing the conversation we have with ourselves. In this episode, I'm

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Episode 90. 3 Speaking Hacks for Introverts

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/05/29

In this episode, I'm talking to the introverts who don’t want to have ‘be extroverted’ to be an effective speaker. As someone who works with a lot of introverts, I help my clients embrace their authenticity to make a big impact as a speaker. I share some valuable tips for recognising and articulating your value and expertise, crafting your Earn The Right, and focusing on being of service to your audience. These approaches can help you worry less about your content and feel more comfortable

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Episode 89. Short & Sweet: How to Nail Your Message...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/05/22

Today, we're talking about making an impact in a silly-short amount of time. Whether it's a 60-90 second reel, a 2-minute vote of thanks, or a 3-minute start-up pitch, it can be tough to get your message across in such a short amount of time. The key to success is identifying the core message you want your audience to get and the action you want them to take. This means getting crystal clear on what you want to achieve and using simple language and short sentences to get your point across. Now

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Episode 88. Speaking Hacks for Neurodiverse Minds

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/05/15

Do you ever find yourself over-explaining yourself or hyper fixating on minor mistakes after a presentation? Yep. Me too and it’s a more and more frequent conversation I’m having with neurodiverse people in my Impactful Presenters Program. In this episode, I explore some neurodiverse traits and how they affect your speaking confidence. I share valuable insights on overcoming the challenges of over-explaining, accepting and managing your tendency to ramble, as well as addressing hyper-fixation

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Episode 87. Boosting Your Business or Career Through...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/05/08

Are you looking for ways to position yourself as an expert, generate sales, or advance your career? Well, speaking is your answer. Keynotes, conference presentations, even social media videos are all ways to share your knowledge and connect with your customers or peers at scale. It's so powerful and MUCH easier than you think. In this episode, I share tips on finding opportunities to speak, hosting your own event, and positioning yourself in your industry through panels. I also discuss how

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Episode 86. The 5 Step Process To Prepare a...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/05/01

In this episode, we discuss a 5-step process for preparing a presentation that delivers impact. Instead of immediately opening your slide deck program, step one involves getting present to the who, what, where, why, and how of your presentation using a blank piece of paper and a pen. Step two is identifying your three key messages, and step three is designing the chunks of your presentation using a clear structure. Step four involves thinking about what visuals will support your message, and step

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Episode 85. Cropping for Focus & Impact

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/04/25

In this episode of Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson I explore the power of cropping for focus and impact. As an amateur photographer, I've learned the importance of cropping in the post-production process. It's amazing how just changing the frame can bring the subject into focus and make the photo more impactful. Last year, after Riverfire, I saw a fantastic photo that was being circulated of the FA/18 Super Hornet … shortly afterwards the original, uncropped photo was also shared. The

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Episode 84. The Value and Art of Being Succinct

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/04/17

In this episode, I'm talking about something that almost everyone struggles with in their communication: being succinct. Have you ever felt like you're using too many words to get to your point? Well, you're not alone! But being concise doesn't mean your whole conversation has to be 'tweetable'. I'll share how to recognise when to 'think out loud', 'take people on a journey', and 'land your message'. Plus, learn how being succinct is a function of knowing your message and understanding your

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Episode 83. 3 Sure fire Ways to Stop Imposter...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/04/03

Do you ever feel like an impostor? Like you're not good enough, smart enough, or experienced enough to be doing what you're doing? Yep, you’re not alone! In this episode of Speaking with Confidence podcast, I share three sure fire ways to overcome it so you can get on with being awesome, fabulous and brilliant (because, you are. Oh yes you are!) Head over to the Speaking with Confidence Facebook group – let me know YOUR tips for overcoming Imposter Syndrome Other Speaking with Confidence episodes

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Episode 82. Speaking Bruises and How To Move Past...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/03/27

In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, is all how negative speaking experiences can leave us feeling anxious about public speaking in front of others. The concept of "Bruises >> Brain >> Behaviour" is particularly powerful, and I share both my own and a colleague’s story of the bruises we’ve copped which affected our speaking confidence. The good news is, once you understand how those bruises have informed your brain and then your behaviours, you can untangle them and create new behaviours

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Episode 81. How to Speak and Be HEARD by Different...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/03/20

Have you ever had trouble communicating with someone and felt like you were speaking in tongues? You’re usually smart, intelligent and an effective communicator but with this person you just can’t land your message? It could be because the other person has a different learning or processing style than you. In this week’s podcast I talk about just that … and how understanding the learning style of your audience is a POWERFUL way to increase your speaking impact. To learn more about the VAK

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Episode 80. 3 Types of Stories To Build Confidence...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/03/13

In this episode I talk about the importance of storytelling in to build credibility and interest in your topic, AND I share the three types of stories you should have in your kit bag: origin stories, brag bag stories, and social proof stories. The origin story explains why you do what you do and what impact you want to make in the world. Brag bag stories demonstrate your credibility, and social proof stories are client testimonials that show the results of your work. These stories help build a body

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Episode 79. (re)Connecting with YOUR Why

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/03/11

Why do you do what you do? Why does it matter? Why do you care if people 'hear' your message? In the Speaking with Confidence facebook group the community spent a lot of time workshopping and brainstorming each other's Earn-The-Rights - a key platform to calm your nerves, overcome imposter syndrome and claim credibility. One part of that framework is what you do and why … And I was struck when workshopping everyone's that the 'why' is important. And when you articulate your why it builds

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Episode 78. How To Run an Engaging and Impactful Webinar

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/02/27

Hosting a powerful, interactive webinar can be a really impactful way of generating new sales, building profile or credibility or establishing thought leadership in your field. I recently ran a 4-day workshop webinar series, where each workshop built on each other, and I wanted to share my tips. Listen in to learn about: How to keep your messages, SIMPLE How to generate visual engagement but stop that background noise How to ask questions that get the RIGHT conversation going How to keep

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Episode 77. How To Deliver an Authentic and...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/02/20

Let me guess … sales pitches aren’t your favourite thing to do. Me either! However, they’re an important part of growing your business, getting new clients and even pitching your ideas to other stakeholders (like the board, investors or even your team). In this episode I share how I’ve moved past the ‘ugh, I hate selling’ feeling and instead have found a way to deliver authentic, conversational and impactful sales offers. Listen to hear how I just had the most fun AND obtained a great sales

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Episode 76. Avoiding the Costs of Lacklustre Speaking

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/02/13

Speaking with confidence is one of those skills that we think ‘oh, wouldn’t it be nice’ to be a better speaker … but in talking with participants in the Impactful Presenters program I became VERY aware of the costs of not being a confident speaker. There are real financial costs, as well as emotional and mental costs. Listen to this episode to learn more AND how to avoid them. To boost your speaking skills visit ImpactfulPresenters.com to enroll in the next Impactful Presenters

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Episode 75. Why Is It So Hard To Speak, When We Can...

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/02/06

Everybody talks, right? So why is it so hard to SPEAK with clarity, authenticity and impact? Inspired by Anne Handley’s book, Everybody Writes, in this episode I explore how to take a an ability we all have (well, almost all), talking, and have it become a skill – speaking with confidence, clarity, authenticity and ultimately, impact. You’ll learn why your genuine, authentic voice really does matter in a world of information and influence, how to shape your message with clarity and how the craft

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Episode 74. The Powerful Frame Your Thinking Method

Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson ·

2023/01/30

One of the things that trips most people up in their speaking is how they think about the WORDS they want to say instead of the MESSAGE they want to convey. In this episode I share my game-changing Frame Your Thinking method (the Impactful Presenters participants call it Post-It-Note-Magic) that helps you stay on message, calm your nerves and avoid falling into all the traps of memorizing or reading from a script. I’d love to hear what you think about the Frame Your Thinking process – head to

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