An election year is the perfect time to become a confident speaker. Hey, lucky you - 2024 is an election year! Volunteering during election time is a great way to be a part of the democratic process AND become a confident speaker. It’s more fun and supportive than you might think. Let me show you!

Writing a pitch can be difficult, but something my good friend Derrick Wolbert passed on to me was to make them lean back in their chairs. What he meant was, you want them to be in awe. This visual stuck with me and I believe it sets a great goal for anyone preparing to give a pitch.

I got to speak on Josh Hall’s podcast about one of my favorite things - helping people get more comfortable with public speaking and pitching. In this episode you’ll hear us discuss why you should never kick off with a qualifier or apology; where to find breathing exercises, and the benefits - yes - of public speaking and why it matters.

Someone recently asked me how they should explain a gap in their resume during an interview. My biggest takeaway from that question is that we, as people, are always learning.

How you present yourself does make a difference in your career. It’s important to invest in how you look.

Creating a message can be difficult and time-consuming, taking up time that could be spent on other, more important tasks, such as actually writing or practicing the speech. My pro tip is to remember your purpose.