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Do you feel confident one-on-one, but nervous and uncertain the moment all eyes are on you? You know your expertise is strong, but don’t always project that confidence when speaking in meetings, presentations, or high-stakes rooms. Real confidence is not about personality, charisma, or “just being more extroverted.” It’s a skill that’s built deliberately.  I share how confidence can be developed, why nervousness shows up even in experienced leaders, and how to build a grounded, credible presence so you speak like you belong. What You’ll Learn • How real speaking confidence is built over time, not faked in the moment • How to shift from self-doubt to audience-focused authority • Practical strategies to speak with calm, clarity, and executive presence Want to know how people perceive you? Find out which area of public speaking is affecting people’s perception of you, your confidence and ability. CLICK HERE If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer ready to speak with confidence, this is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/  IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/

The success looks impressive, but inside you feel nothing For decades, leaders were rewarded for being stoic, controlled, and unemotional. But the “suck it up” culture taught an entire generation of high-achievers to fear vulnerability and disconnect from their own emotions.  Positive Psychology expert Stephen Lew shares why many successful leaders quietly battle disconnection, numbness, loss of joy, and undiagnosed depression. What You’ll Learn: Why vulnerability is not weakness but a learned skill that unlocks emotional healing How depression appears as disconnection, apathy, withdrawal, and feeling stuck.Why purpose is something you craft through action, contribution, and meaningful engagement with the world.If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer who doesn’t feel joy in your success, this is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/   Follow Stephen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lew-228aa2138/ https://www.positivepsych.edu.sg/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/

Burnout isn’t weakness. In Part ONE, Stephen Lew, founder and CEO of The School of Positive Psychology breaks down the symptomatic causes of burnout, the difference between hedonic vs. eudaimonic happiness, and how leaders can protect their well-being without sacrificing performance. What You’ll Learn: Why burnout is a signal, not a failureHow your hardest moments can shape resilience, clarity, and meaning.The real causes of misalignment at work If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer ready to reclaim meaning, momentum and mental well-being, this is for you. Subscribe to this podcast for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/   Follow Stephen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lew-228aa2138/ https://www.positivepsych.edu.sg/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/

Are you staying silent because you’re afraid of failing in public? Visibility feels risky. Judgment feels threatening. Humility becomes a convenient hiding place. Avoiding judgment feels protective… until it kills your influence. You don’t overcome this by thinking your way to confidence. You overcome it by acting your way into visibility. What You’ll Learn The hidden psychology behind why leaders avoid visibility.The Confidence–Competence Loop that kickstarts your influenceThe mindset shift that turns visibility into a credibility If you’re a senior leader, founder, or high performer who’s built a reputation on competence, but still holds back your voice, your expertise, or your perspective... this is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/  IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/

From English language insecurity to global influence. Eric Sim, former UBS Managing Director turned author and LinkedIn Top Voice with over 2 million followers, reveals how he redefined success by turning self-rejection and invisibility into influence and fulfilment. He shares timeless wisdom from his father in customer service, how writing consistently helped him overcome his weakness in English, and why a portfolio career gave him more freedom and meaning than any corporate title ever could. What You’ll Learn The customer service mindset that builds lasting relationships and credibility.Writing through insecurity and how publishing consistently on LinkedIn transforms confidence and connection.Building a Portfolio Career and why fulfillment comes from range, not rank.If you’ve ever wondered why recognition, purpose, or confidence still feel out of reach,  this episode will change the way you define success. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and personal growth. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/   Follow Eric Sim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simeric/ https://www.instagram.com/instituteoflife/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/

The secret to confident networking? It’s not confidence. It’s neuroscience. Discover why your brain mistakes connection for danger and how to rewire it for calm, curiosity, and authentic influence.  If small talk drains you or you freeze in a room full of strangers, this will help you shift from survival mode to connection mode fast. You’ll Learn: The real reason networking triggers anxiety   Simple tools to network confidently How to master daily habits that make small talk effortless If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer looking to network with ease, this is for you. Subscribe to this podcast for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/ 

Stop waiting for your big break and start creating it. Top legal recruiter Shulin Lee reveals the truth about hiring, visibility, and the mindset shift that turns career frustration into breakthrough momentum. What You’ll Learn: How to spot and work with the right recruiters for lasting successBuilding visibility and authentic growth in your careerThe best investment you can make to move forward faster with confidence and clarityIf you're a CEO, senior executive or high performer who wants to get unstuck, this is for you. Subscribe to this podcast for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/   Follow Shulin Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/ https://aslantlegal.com/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/

Your voice may be costing you credibility. Here’s how to fix it before your next high stakes presentation. What You’ll Learn The physiological reason your voice betrays confidence under pressure and how to reverse it.How to align your voice, body, and energy for true executive presence.How to reprogram your nervous system before every high-stakes meeting or stage appearance. If you're a CEO, senior leader, or high performer who wants to sound as powerful as how you think, this is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/

Most leaders panic in uncertain times. Here’s how the best don’t. Terry O’Connor, former CEO of Courts Asia shares how the best leaders stay calm, communicate with clarity, and thrive in times of uncertainty. What You’ll Learn: The smartest way to prepare for job uncertainty.How CEOs balance vulnerability and strength to earn lasting trust.Why leading with a curious learning mindset drives innovation and growth. This is battle-tested advice from the boardroom to the Brick-and-Mortar. Whether you’re a senior executive, retail leader, or ambitious professional, this will help you lead with confidence, curiosity, and resilience. Subscribe to this podcast for more strategies on leadership presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/   Follow Terry O'Connor https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-o-connor/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/

Stop being the best-kept secret. Ever Feel INVISIBLE, while others command the room Instantly? They walk in and the energy shifts. They're respected AND admired. What do they have that you don't? I share the Secret Pillar of Presence that can transform quiet professionals into powerhouse leaders.  This is the same quality that gives top-tier celebrities their "star power. What You’ll Learn The 3 pillars of presence and why most leaders miss the most powerful one.How celebrities project their “star power” that makes people lean in Neuroscience-based techniques to build your vibe presence and transmit confidence. If you’re a senior leader who wants to command the attention you deserve, this is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/ Credits: Richard Branson  instagram.com/richardbranson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uqm2TTRmNpw Michelle Yeoh https://www.youtube.com/@UniversalPicturesIndia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUbwHpOcR-8 https://www.youtube.com/@WarnerBros https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQ-YX-5bAs0&t=1s Tony Robbins https://www.youtube.com/@TonyRobbinsLive https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=QOLzURdopV4 Oprah Winfrey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IWuARoBJo4&t=578s https://www.youtube.com/@OWN https://www.oprah.com/oprahshow/oprahs-entire-audience-are-surprised-with-new-cars-video

Most leaders don’t realize they’re becoming irrelevant… until it’s too late. They’re losing influence because they fail to adapt. SuYen Wong, Board Chairman and Leadership Professor shares how to adapt, reinvent, and stay indispensable. What You’ll Learn: Why even great leaders must reinvent or risk becoming irrelevantWhat to do at networking events where you don’t know anyone How to become an effective board member If you want to lead with confidence, stay respected, and expand your influence, this episode is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/   Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/ Follow SuYen Wong: https://linkedin.com/in/suyenwong/

Stop being overlooked, and start commanding respect. You’re told you need to increase your Executive Presence but you don’t know what it is or how to get it. It’s about how you show up.  In Part 1 of the Presence Series, I share the first 2 pillars of Executive presence: Visual and Vocal Presence Gain self awareness of these to start building your Executive Presence. What You’ll Learn: It starts the moment you walk inUse micro-adjustments to build trustHow top speakers impact audiences by doing nothing Simple tips to elevate your public speakingEveryone can have a powerful voice that people love Elevate your Visual and Vocal Presence to command attention, influence decisions, and be remembered in every room. If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer ready to speak with confidence, this is for you. Subscribe to this podcast for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and public speaking performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/ Credits: Barack Obama speech on ABC News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxxVM_Vfcck https://youtube.com/@ABCNews Morgan Freeman Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIiNuLgUInk https://youtube.com/@conanobrien Steve Jobs Photo Wikimedia Commons https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Steve_Jobs_WWDC07.jpg Anna Wintour photo Myleskalus, Cropped and color-corrected by Daniel Case  https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=anna+wintour&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image Jensen Huang 總統府  https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Jensen+Huang&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image Video by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/video/woman-in-dentist-waiting-room-6192962/ Video by RDNE Stock project: https://www.pexels.com/video/a-man-holding-a-pencil-at-the-office-7841867/ ​​Video by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/video/shocked-woman-looking-at-the-camera-8626657/ Video by Tima Miroshnichenko: https://www.pexels.com/video/a-woman-looking-away-while-talking-8724221/ Video by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/video/man-and-woman-handshake-for-agreement-7426713/ Music by Music by u_98o9hlkn7r from Pixabay

Fear of being seen is costing your business and career. Many senior leaders underestimate the impact of visibility and it can stall growth opportunities.  Winnie Chan, CEO and Co-founder of Bynd Artisan shares how she overcame her fear of visibility, pivoting her business, and the mindset of resilience for results. What You’ll Learn: Overcoming the fear of being seen What entrepreneurs need to achieve success Pivot strategies to thrive Why starting a business later in life is an advantageTurning visibility into business growth Fix The top 5 Public Speaking Mistakes that Leaders make: https://tinyurl.com/Top5Fix If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer ready to speak with confidence, this is for you. Subscribe to this podcast for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and high-stakes performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/ Follow Winnie Chan: https://instagram.com/the_paperqueen/ https://linkedin.com/in/winnie-chan-b08b51ba/ https://byndartisan.com/

Want to speak with confidence and be memorable in meetings? I share 3 communication secrets that C-suites and master communicators use to command the room and influence decisions.  What you’ll learn • Speak with authority even under pressure • Earn trust in the first few seconds of any meeting • Deliver points so they land with impact and stay memorable Watch until the end to discover the bonus move that world-class leaders use to lock themselves into the audience’s memory. You’ll have practical techniques you can use in your next meeting, keynote, or presentation to change how people respond to you. If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer ready to speak with confidence, this is for you. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and high-stakes performance. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. #publicspeaking #speakconfidently #communicationskill Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://instagram.com/georginachang/

He left the CEO role… without another job lined up. In this candid conversation, Colin Low, former CEO of the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) shares why he walked away at his peak without another role in sight.  From facing uncertainty to finding purpose beyond the corner office, his story is an inspiring example of bold decision-making. For leaders at a crossroads, professionals feeling stuck, or anyone curious about life after leadership, this episode will make you rethink what it means to win. What You’ll Learn: - Why a CEO would choose to resign at the height of success - The surprising benefits of stepping away from corporate life - Lessons from surviving retrenchment and uncertainty - Creating a winning culture for the company - Being authentic whilst adapting to different audiences  If you're a CEO, senior executive, or high performer ready to project your presence, this is for you. Subscribe & join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. Follow for  quick public speaking tips: LI:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginachang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/georginachang/ Follow Colin Low: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-low-70462310/ Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room  https://thegreatroom.co/ https://instagram.com/thegreatroomoffices/ Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg https://instagram.com/pocoproductions/