The Sam Linton Show

Episode 003: Never Apologize - How To Open Strong Key Lesson: Never start a talk with an apology or excuse—it’s the “unpardonable sin” of speaking. Why Not to Apologize:Undermines your credibility. Shifts focus from the audience to your insecurity. Sets a negative tone. What to Do Instead:Start with a gripping story. Use humor tied to something that happened earlier. Tell a bold, relevant punchline joke. Sponsor Announcement: Sam’s workshop, From Book to Booking, March 31st, 7 PM. Learn to

Ep 002: Your Audience's Secret Episode Overview: Sam Linton, pastor and coach, reveals a game-changing secret to calm your nerves, boost your content, and cut prep time when speaking. Spoiler: Your audience is rooting for you! Key Points: The Big Secret: Your audience wants you to succeed—they’re not plotting your failure. Why It Matters: If you do well, they enjoy it. A win for you is a win for them. 3 Mental Tips: Focus on how you look (posture, vibe), not how you feel. If it goes well

Ep 001: It's Not Stage Fright Episode Overview: Sam Linton—pastor, coach, and pro communicator—tackles that clammy, heart-pounding moment before you speak. He says "stage fright" isn’t real—it’s just fear—and gives simple ways to beat it and speak with confidence. Key Points: No Such Thing as Stage Fright: It’s fear, not a flaw—75% of us feel it. Why It Happens: Your brain thinks a speech is a cheetah attack (fight or flight!). Sam’s Story: He battled panic attacks for 9 months in 2016 and

In this introductory episode, Sam Linton breaks down the biggest reason people stay stuck—failure to start. He covers the three major fears that hold people back and shares insights on how to overcome them. Key Takeaways: ✔ Everything has been done before—but not by you✔ Perfectionism keeps you stuck—start before you're ready✔ You don’t have to commit forever—pivoting is part of success ⏳ Episode Highlights: -Welcome to The Sam Linton Show -Why mindset matters -Finding your voice in a