Be Truly Heard

Today, I'm excited to introduce a special guest, Jeremy Fisher—an internationally renowned vocal and performance coach, lecturer, multiple #1 best-selling author and prize-winning musician. Join us as we explore effective strategies for podcast guests, public speakers, or anyone wanting to engage their audience more effectively. Jeremy shares his journey from a shy musician to a confident speaker and provides invaluable tips on using your voice to captivate and inspire. Don't miss this episode full of practical advice to help you communicate with confidence and authenticity.Here are the highlights:(1:03) Podcasting and public speaking with a focus on intimacy and vocal skills. (4:46) Finding the right pitch range and storytelling in podcasting. (10:16) Podcasting, voice, and energy levels. (13:46) How to be a great podcast guest. (20:10) Techniques to improve speaking confidence. Connect with Jeremy:Link to Jeremy's book HERE.22 years of Vocal Process voice training resources, for less than the price of one singing lesson HERE.Jeremy’s podcast “This Is A Voice” HERE.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today's episode, we delve into the delicate topic of feedback, especially when it pertains to one's voice, a core aspect of our identity. We explore strategies for processing and reframing past criticism and negative feedback, transforming these experiences into opportunities for growth and learning. We'll discuss how to differentiate between constructive and unhelpful comments, understand the intent behind the feedback, and take actionable steps to improve and build resilience. Join me as we learn how to handle feedback with grace and turn potentially wounding comments into stepping stones for personal development.Here are the highlights:(2:42) Processing and reframing negative voice feedback. (6:42) Dealing with criticism and inner critic in public speaking. (8:41) Improving communication, and building resilience.(13:07) Tips to improve public speaking skills.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today’s episode, I'm joined by Laura Howard, Founder and Psychologist of the Contented Workplace Company, to explore practical strategies for maintaining your stance without crossing into aggression. We'll discuss the importance of knowing and respecting your boundaries, influenced by your core values, and how this shapes your ability to be assertive. Whether you're a leader or someone looking to assert themselves more effectively, this conversation will equip you with the tools to express your needs and wants confidently while maintaining respect for others. Tune in to empower your voice and learn how to be assertively you.Here are the highlights:(2:59) Setting boundaries in business and personal life. (5:10) The difference between aggression and assertiveness.(8:00) Assertiveness and communication in the workplace. (11:14) Dealing with workplace bias.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Do you dislike the sound of your own voice? Has it ever stopped you from speaking up in public? If so, this episode is for you. We'll explore why many of us cringe at our recorded voices, how it holds us back, and what we can do to overcome it. Even if you're comfortable with your voice, you'll find useful insights to share with others. Tune in to discover how to embrace your voice and make it work for you!Here are the highlights:(05:08) How audio recordings are made and perceived.(08:03) Resonances.(09:26) What can we do to help?

Today, we explore the art of active listening—what it means to truly hear someone and why it's crucial for effective communication. Whether in personal conversations or professional settings, understanding how to engage fully with others can transform your interactions. We'll discuss strategies for active and passive listening, how to create a safe space for dialogue, and the importance of body language and feedback. Join me to enhance your communication skills and connect more deeply with those around you.Here are the highlights:(1:03) The importance of active listening.(3:48) Tips for effective listening.(7:36) Eye contact and body language.(10:45) Avoiding distractions for effective communication.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today’s episode, we’re joined by an amazing guest, Carol Dougherty.Carol is a trainer, coach, and founder of Delta Consulting Group, LLC, a coaching, and training company helping women in STEM gain the recognition they deserve. With a rich background in engineering and leadership, Carol shares her journey and insights on empowering women in a predominantly male-dominated field. Tune in as we explore the unique challenges women face in STEM, discuss strategies for effective communication, and learn how to make your voice heard in any professional environment. Here are the highlights:(1:13) Challenges faced by women in STEM fields. (5:12) Gender bias and communication challenges faced by women in the workplace. (11:10) Vocal techniques for women in a male-dominated industry. (16:42) Assertiveness and active listening in STEM fields. Connect with Carol:caroldougherty.comCarol Dougherty, MBA | LinkedInWeekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Today, we’re tackling a common challenge many of us face in meetings and presentations: dealing with interruptions and difficult questions.Drawing from discussions on the Be Truly Heard Facebook forum and previous episodes, I’ll share five top strategies to handle these disruptions with confidence. From managing your vocal tone to assertive phrasing and redirecting conversations, learn how to maintain control and ensure your voice is truly heard. Tune in to refine your communication skills and enhance your professional interactions.Here are the highlights:(0:45) Managing interruptions during a meeting/presentation.(2:04) Vocal tone, emphasis, and assertive phrasing. (4:14) How different tones can convey different meanings.(7:19) Active listening and controlling speaking situations.Click HERE for the Freebie mentioned Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Do you ever take time to look back at the achievements you’ve made? Tracking your milestones is important. It keeps you motivated enough to keep improving your skills. This episode is all about celebrating your voice and seeing how much you’ve already progressed. Doing this on a regular basis can have a wonderful effect. So, join me as I help you figure out how to track your vocal milestones and understand the ways that you can benefit from this. Here are the highlights:(04:11) Having unrealistic expectations. (06:10) Motivation!(09:19) Aims and goals. (12:06) Tracking your successes and celebrating them.(13:45) Get some feedback.Free Progress Tracker: click HERE Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Many women get scared and frustrated when they are interrupted during meetings. It can be especially confusing when the interruption is not helpful because it can take some time to get back into the flow of your presentation. My guest has had her fair share of dealing with interruptions. Dr Gillyanne Kayes is an international singing voice specialist, researcher, author, and Director at the company Vocal Process. Today, she shares some great tips to help us feel confident enough to handle interruptions during meetings and presentations.Here are the highlights:(06:02) Learning to take the lead.(10:29) Making contact with the audience. (13:30) Body language.(15:56) Practice doing it. (20:54) Positive affirmations. Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Have you ever tried to communicate with someone and felt that there was a barrier to what you wanted to get across? In this episode I’ll be talking about how we can overcome such barriers, especially when we're speaking in public. Find out more about my free online masterclass for businesswomen, “Owning The Space” on April 24th HERE Here are the highlights (02:38) Anxiety and barriers (06:48) When barriers can occur (07:29) Strategies for overcoming communication barriers in presentations and meetings  

Today's episode features Annie Mood. Annie is a Stress Management Coach and Trainer. She works with schools, businesses and individuals to transform stress into positive energy. Her clients build mental and emotional resilience, they have the energy to deal with everyday challenges plus their productivity and performance increases due to the tools and techniques they learn. Annie worked as a teacher in the British Education System for 22 years. 7 of those years were dedicated to Advisory and Outreach roles for children with Special Education Needs and Disability in the area of Social, Emotional and Mental health, Autism, ADHD and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). She is raising a child with autism and PDA and is a proud mum. Here are the highlights(05:49) Inner strength, programming, and healing (11:46) Gaining intuition from trauma(20:27) Annie's details

This week's topic is all about the power of pace, how we pace ourselves while speaking can make a huge difference to how our message is received and understood. If we can control our pacing, we can make our audience feel the things that we want them to.Here are the highlights (01:35) Controlling speech pace for effective communication (08:11) Audio emphasis through duration and rhythm (10:20) Tempo and rhythm 

In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the art of storytelling in professional settings. Drawing from my journey from shyness to becoming a voice expert and coach, I explore how the quality of storytelling can significantly enhance your presentations and meetings. Whether it's about preparing your narrative, engaging your audience from the start, or using your voice and body language effectively, I share strategies to make your stories resonate. If you're looking to elevate your public speaking skills and communicate with confidence, this episode is packed with insights to help you captivate and inspire your audience. Here are the highlights:(1:35) Storytelling techniques for presentations and meetings. (5:59) Public speaking techniques and voice quality. (9:51) Different ways to lead into your stories. (14:15) Tips for keeping your audience engaged. Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today’s episode, we’re joined by seasoned media professional Ed Nell. Ed discusses his love for storytelling as a child and how his career as a radio presenter inspired him to make a business helping and guiding people make stronger impacts on their audiences/peers.We’ll delve Into the art of storytelling in business and broadcasting, emphasising the connection it can create among people. Whether you're a storyteller by nature or looking to improve your narrative skills, this episode is packed with valuable tips for crafting compelling stories from Ed's extensive career. Tune in for an engaging conversation on the magic of storytelling and how it can enhance your communication, connect you deeply with your audience, and make you truly heard.Here are the highlights:(1:03) How Ed gained his passion for radio. (3:27) The importance of storytelling in public speaking. (8:21) Making connections through storytelling. (12:59) Techniques and structure for effective storytelling.Connect with EdLinkedInWeekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today's episode, we’ll dive into the art of making your voice more engaging to captivate your audience. Discover practical tips on pitch, rhythm, and energy to enhance your authority, warmth, and authenticity in communication. Whether it's a business presentation or a casual conversation, learn how to vary your vocal elements for maximum impact. Join me as I explore the key to persuasive speech and why being truly heard matters in every aspect of your life. Here are the highlights:(1:26) Improving speech with pitch and energy. (4:50) Voice pitch and its impact on communication. (8:00) Speech rhythm and volume. (11:51) Developing public speaking skills. Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Today we’re talking about body language because it can affect how people receive your message. Our body language is directly linked to our energy, and that can affect how we feel about ourselves. Learning how to use our bodies when we communicate will make us sound confident and get people to really listen to what we have to say. Here are the highlights from this episode:(02:55) Who we really want to show up as in the world. (06:18) The feedback loop!(07:52) Energy changes with the facial expression.(09:17) Walk with purpose.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Confidence is dynamic. It can quickly change from when we are speaking to an old friend and when we are addressing a room full of peopleThis episode is all about building confidence. The best way to do this is like a house, one block at a time. So today, I’ll help you learn how you can construct your house with all the confidence blocks that you need. Here are the highlights from this episode:(04:59) Reframe that voice in your head.(08:24) If we never make a mistake, we never move forward. (10:17) We need to learn to be adaptable. (11:30) Affirm yourself because you are worthwhile!(12:29) It can be done with practice and experience.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Sue Evered. From Sue's transition from the high-pressure advertising world to coaching, we explore the importance of authentic self-leadership and communication in overcoming workplace anxiety. We discuss practical strategies for active listening, asking insightful questions, and how to calm the anxious mind to improve how we interact and present ourselves in professional settings. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to manage anxiety and communicate more authentically at work. Join us for insights into turning anxiety into action and finding your true voice in the business world.Here are the highlights:(0:47) Anxiety and self-leadership. (4:44) Anxiety in corporate workplaces. (10:57) Gender and communication anxiety in the workplace.(16:43) Active listening and authenticity in women's leadership. Sue is an experienced coach, mentor, ex corporate leader and strategist. She has shifted focus to work with people whose lives and careers are not working optimally for them.Sue  has studied life coaching, inter-personal neuro-biology, emotional intelligence coaching with experienced coaches and mentors, including during her MBA at the Graduate School of Business in Cape Town, South Africa. She  has also completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Cape Town.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In today’s episode, we're exploring effective strategies for building confidence in speaking, emphasising the importance of consistent practice in developing both physical and mental skills.Discover how to approach practice with a focus on learning, growth, and change, and leave with practical tips to integrate practice into your daily routine. Whether you're looking to enhance your vocal skills or boost your self-confidence, this episode is your starting point towards impactful communication. Here are the highlights:(1:57) Improving speaking skills through practice and self-awareness. (4:19) Effective practice for personal growth. (6:18) Efficient practice techniques for skill development. (8:16) Building habits for effective speaking practice.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Today, we're diving into a topic I'm particularly excited about: Empowering Your Voice Through Intention.   We'll explore the significance of setting personal intentions and how this pivotal step can dramatically enhance your ability to speak with confidence and authority. Here are the highlights (01:38) Public speaking skills and intentions. (06:12) Setting intentions and building confidence for speaking (10:04) Building habits for confident speaking  

In today's episode, we delve into the power and intricacies of words and articulation.  Have you ever heard the saying, "It's not what you say, but the way that you say it"? This episode is all about that concept. The words we choose carry energy, emotion, and meaning.  We'll explore how to maximise the impact of our words to ensure we're understood, rather than misunderstood or ignored.  Here are the highlights (01:38) Speech clarity and pronunciation for effective communication. (05:11) Vocal techniques for emphasis and clarity in speaking (07:10) Effective speaking techniques 

In this episode, we're exploring the profound impact of understanding and harnessing our energy. Humans are energetic beings, and every action, thought, and word involves energy in some form.  But why does this matter in communication? How does our energy influence the way we speak and connect with others?  We'll be diving into these questions, unraveling the importance of being aware of our own energy and the energy around us.  Here are the highlights (01:31) Energy awareness and inner self (05:33) How energy affects communication and self-perception (07:25) Public speaking, body language, and energy 

In this episode, we’re looking at what it means to truly find your true voice. Vocal skill is important if you want to succeed as a speaker. Today, I’ll be sharing some skills that you can develop and improve to have a powerful and authentic voice.Here are the highlights: (02:36) Controlled voices are more persuasive!(04:13) The fundamental elements of skill for developing a warm authentic voice. (09:13) It’s much more important that the flow of what you're saying is understood (11:39) Looking after your voice on a day to day basis. (13:19) Don't just settle for how things are by default! Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

All of us have an inner voice that can either help us succeed or hold us back.This episode is all about understanding and overcoming your inner critic. Learning how to do this is an important skill that will help you own your space and make you feel more confident.Here are the highlights: (01:41) The inner critic however can derail you.(02:42) Why does this inner critic exist?(07:05) We can get into negative self talk patterns. (08:39) Here’s an exercise for dealing with it that I find quite useful. (10:53) How could you reframe that message? (12:19) Building self-belief builds our vocal authority.Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

In this first episode, we’re going to talk about how to make a space your own.There was a time in my life when I was not confident, and it left me feeling less than enough, especially when I had to speak to groups of people. But it doesn't have to be that way!One of the greatest tips is how to make every space your own, and today I will give you tips on how to own every space you go into.Here are the highlights: (02:48) Starting with opening the space(05:34) Being comfortable about drawing attention to yourself (08:33) You need to make friends with the space! (10:23) Have a think about your physical presence (12:09) Focal points. Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Welcome to the Be Truly Heard Podcast with me, Anne Leatherland. I’m a coach and voice expert with over 27 years of experience. I'm also a woman in business who understands the power of communication.In this podcast, I will help you control your nerves, sound more authoritative, speak confidently, and be taken seriously! I will share valuable growth strategies to help you overcome the barriers of communication in your life.Join me on this journey and get ready to be truly heard.Here are the highlights from this episode:(00:18) How can I be taken seriously? (00:42) I’m on a mission to empower women in business!(00:48) Greater confidence and enhanced self belief. (00:56) Be seen, heard and understood(01:08) Confidently communicate what's inside Weekly Top Tips To find out more, contact Anne hereBook a Discovery Call hereAnd reach out on Social Media:LinkedInFacebookInstagram