Becoming a More Confident Podcast Guest | Michael Ashford

Do you ever feel self-conscious when sharing transparently about yourself? This can be a hindering struggle for many of us! Increasing your confidence as a podcast guest is key to showing up in a way that serves listeners. In this episode, Michael Ashford shares how you can deliver your message with more confidence by addressing specific facts and providing clarity. Get ready to raise your confidence so you can leave a more memorable impression on podcast hosts and listeners!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction
01:27 Showing Up Confidently as a Podcast Guest
07:47 Answering the 'So What?' Question for the Audience
08:44 Clear, Concise, and Authentic Communication
11:36 Listening to Yourself: Learning and Improving
12:31 Conclusion

Takeaways

• Guests on podcasts don't need to be actors or performers, they should focus on being storytellers and bringing their unique perspectives and wisdom to the conversation.
• It's important for guests to answer the question 'so what?' and make sure that the audience can relate to and find value in the stories being shared.
• Guests should be clear, concise, and specific in their communication, and speak authentically and naturally.
• Guests should listen to themselves and learn from their experiences to continually improve their podcasting skills.

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