Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson: communication coaching for humble leaders

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Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson: communication coaching for humble leaders

If you ramble, lose your words or struggle to make yourself heard, this podcast is for you. This show is for humble leaders - public servants, corporate hippies & business owners - who want to speak up and be heard without sounding pushy or arrogant. I’m Cat Matson and I coach people to speak with authenticity and impact in ALL settings. Whether you want to lead your team better, host webinars, speak impactfully when put on the spot or start speaking on stage, this podcast will teach you how to collect your thoughts and confidently communicate with humility, authenticity, authority and impact.

  1. 04/11/2024

    Episode 133. The psychology of Imposter Syndrome in Business with Kara Lambert

    In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, business psychology consultant Kara Lambert talks about the mental hurdles that can hold business owners back.    We share our insights openly about imposter syndrome, fear of showing up authentically, and the pressures of hustle culture.    We discuss why creating a business that truly aligns with personal values is key to long-term success, and how speaking confidently can expand one’s reach and impact.    Listen in to hear more about:    How Imposter syndrome often stems from unrealistic expectations we believe others have of us.  The fear of being trolled online is a common concern for business owners.  Business ownership should provide flexibility, not burnout from hustle culture.  How comparisonitis can lead to damaging beliefs about our own worth and success.  You don't have to follow the traditional paths of business; create your own rules.    This conversation is packed with insights into building confidence, staying authentic, and creating a business that genuinely supports your values and well-being.    My Speaking Confidence Program is now open, with our last round of coaching calls for 2024. Learn more here https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/courses/speaking-confidence    Connect with Kara on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karalambertcom or her website  https://www.karalambert.com/

    49 min

  2. 14/10/2024

    Episode 132. How To Impactfully Communicate Complex Information

    In this week’s episode I talk with Dr Anneline Padayachee, a nutritional food scientist who bridges the gap between food science and nutrition. This is a rich and delicious conversation about food science, nutrition and how to educate and inform all stakeholders in the supply chain. Listen in to hear: Anneline’s unique journey into science; How she found herself an ‘accidental speaker’ her insights on the importance of effective communication in science, and how she focuses on her audience to make the most complex of technical knowledge understood and practical The conversation emphasizes the significance of making complex scientific concepts relatable and accessible to the general public, as well as the role of speaking in advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of nutrition.

    48 min

  3. 30/09/2024

    Episode 131. How To Be The Dissenting Voice + AI ethics with James Gauci

    In this episode, Cat talks to James about how to be the dissenting voice; in this case go against amovement of AI enthusiasts. And, because it is such a hot topic, Cat and James talk about AI and its potential to automateprediction, decision-making, and content generation, as well as the need to align AI with humanvalues. Listen in to hear about how:  AI presents opportunities for automation in prediction, decision-making, and contentgeneration. Aligning AI with human values is crucial for responsible and ethical AI governance. Defining what is meaningful in AI requires subjective judgement and consensus on sharedvalues. Ethics and values play a central role in AI influence and how implementing them can bechallenging. Understanding ourselves better is essential for injecting AI systems with human objectivesand values. Cat and James discuss the value of having differing opinions and authentic leadership,emphasising the importance of staying true to our values and being comfortable with uncertainty. Learn more about James here https://www.ethe.ai/ and here https://cadent.au/ Connect with James on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrgauci/

    47 min

  4. 09/09/2024

    Episode 130. Authenticity in Copywriting with Melanie Campbell

    Melanie Campbell is a holistic women's business guide who helps soul-inspired women 40+, grow their soul-aligned business by shining their unique light and working in flow with their energy. In this episode, we discuss the importance of discovering and embracing our individual gifts and superpowers, the need to recognise and appreciate our own abilities, as well as the blocks and resistance that can prevent us from seeing our own potential. Melanie also shares her approach to authentic copywriting, which involves using the client's own words and speaking from the heart to create a genuine connection with the audience.  Listen in as to hear how to: Recognise and embrace your unique gifts and superpowers. Overcome blocks and resistance to see your own potential. Use authentic copywriting to create a genuine connection with your audience. Approach speaking and writing as interconnected forms of communication. Focus on your soul-inspired messages and be of service to your audience. This awesome discussion, Melanie encourages individuals to focus on their soul-inspired messages and to approach speaking and writing as interconnected forms of communication. Connect with Melanie via her website here https://www.melaniecampbell.com.au/

    40 min

  5. 26/08/2024

    Episode 129. Authenticity in Singing and Speaking with Mel Lathouras

    Mel Lathouras, a singer and performer, shares her journey of helping others sing fearlessly and overcome the narratives that hold them back. She emphasises the importance of embracing fear as empowering and using it as data to uncover limiting beliefs. Mel discusses the process of helping her clients move through fear, which involves having compassionate conversations with ourselves, exploring past experiences, and practical steps like setting performance opportunities. She also talks about the transition from a ‘safe’ corporate job to pursuing a creative and entrepreneurial career, and the importance of authenticity in both speaking and singing. Listen in to hear how: Fear can be empowering when we view it as data and use it to uncover limiting beliefs. Compassionate conversations and exploring past experiences can help individuals move through fear. Setting performance opportunities and taking practical steps can build confidence in singing and speaking. Authenticity is key in both singing and speaking, and it's important to be aware of any masks or personas we may put on. Approaching speaking as a conversation rather than a performance can help alleviate nervousness and create a more authentic connection with the audience. Mel's top speaking tip is to approach it as a conversation rather than a performance. To connect with Mel on Instagram, head to https://www.instagram.com/mellathouras/  To get my weekly Speakers’ Notes, head to https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/f/how-to-stop-rambling To ask a question or simply let me know what you thought of this episode go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakingconfidence  or Take a photo of this episode and tag me on Instagram

    38 min

  6. 25/07/2024

    Episode 128. Crafting Content with purpose, passion and profit in mind with Mel Daniels

    Mel Daniels is a content strategist and podcast host and joins me to discuss the importance of authenticity and content in social media marketing.  In this awesome chat with Mel, we talk about how social media engagement does not necessarily equal sales and that engagement rates have dropped significantly in recent years. She encourages entrepreneurs, leaders, and business owners to focus on their core beliefs and values when creating content and to take their ideal client on a journey through the client journey stages of connect, subscribe, nurture, and convert.  Listen in to hear how:  Social media engagement does not equal sales; focus on your core beliefs and values instead.  The different stages of the client journey and how to craft content for each.  Her top tip for speaking with confidence and authenticity.  Why short form video is currently the most powerful form of social media content.  This is a fabulous discussion for anyone wanting to build confidence and authenticity, particularly in the online space.  To connect with Mel on Instagram, head to https://www.instagram.com/meldbusiness  To get my weekly Speakers’ Notes, head to https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/f/how-to-stop-rambling   To ask a question or simply let me know what you thought of this episode go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakingconfidence  or  Take a photo of this episode and tag me on Instagram @catmatson

    41 min

  7. 27/05/2024

    Episode 127. Overcoming blockages and influencing impact in the public sector, with Georgie Smith

    Georgie Smith is an expert in getting things done in the public sector, is the Founder of Upsides Training and the author of the book, The Formula for Impact, the young public servant’s guide to doing well while doing good.  In this juicy and fun conversation, Georgie and I share our respective experiences in the public sector and how influencing decisions and getting things done can be done, without losing heart.  Listen in to hear:  The importance of effective communication and influence in the public sector   The incredible power of storytelling in communication and influence    why it takes so long to influence conversations, decisions, and change in the government and public sector.   How to remove friction and providing compelling stories and evidence to convince decision-makers.   The most important traits a public servant can have – being present, humility and curiousity  This is an awesome conversation for any public servant who is tired, frustrated and wondering if they can really make an impact. It’s also an incredibly powerful conversation for anyone on the ‘outside’ of the public sector, wondering how to be heard.  To connect with Georgie on LinkedIn head to https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiesmithupsidestraining/ or visit her website at www.upsides.com.au  To download my free How To Stop Rambling ebook, head to https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/f/how-to-stop-rambling  And to ask a question about this episode, head over to the Speaking with Confidence Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakingconfidence

    38 min

  8. 20/05/2024

    Episode 126. The Power of Authentic Storytelling with Michelle Pritchard

    Learning to speak with confidence to establish authority in your industry is a journey – one that requires showing up, speaking up, being authentic and seeking help from mentors.  And it’s just that journey that I’m discussing in this episode with Michelle Pritchard, founder of Aligned Business Consulting, who helps dental professionals who are wearing multiple hats to get back to practicing dentistry.   In this episode, Michelle and I chat about her journey of transitioning from a practice manager to an advisor and establishing her authority in her industry, particularly by building her speaking confidence and creating her own speaking opportunities.  Listen in to hear:  How establishing authority in a new industry requires showing up, speaking up, and being authentic.  How sharing real-life examples and stories helps build credibility and resonates with the audience.  How Michelle invested time in confidence and speaking programs, like Toastmasters, to build her speaking skills  How Michelle has moved from speaking spontaneously for only 27 seconds to delivering 2hour and 4 hour workshops  Connect with Michelle at alignedbusinessconsulting.com.au  Head over to Speaking with Confidence on Facebook to share your thoughts or ask further questions.  Visit https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/ for details of upcoming workshops and programs and to get my FREE ebook, How To Stop Rambling!  Leave a review, like or follow this podcast so other people can enjoy it and help me reach more people.

    31 min
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If you ramble, lose your words or struggle to make yourself heard, this podcast is for you. This show is for humble leaders - public servants, corporate hippies & business owners - who want to speak up and be heard without sounding pushy or arrogant. I’m Cat Matson and I coach people to speak with authenticity and impact in ALL settings. Whether you want to lead your team better, host webinars, speak impactfully when put on the spot or start speaking on stage, this podcast will teach you how to collect your thoughts and confidently communicate with humility, authenticity, authority and impact.

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