Are you someone who has an important message to share with the world but feels held back by a fear of public speaking? In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Irina Sorrels, a former Brilliant Speakers Academy student who overcame her fear of public speaking and went on to build a successful career as an international speaker. 

Irina shares her journey of how she transformed from feeling afraid to speak publicly to becoming an author, founder of a training center for women mentors, a radio host, and an international speaker on domestic and sexual violence, inspiring lives all over the world with her message. 

She reflects on what inspired her to join the Brilliant Speakers Academy and how it helped her gradually build her career to be where she is today. 

If you're someone who has a message to share with the world but feels held back by the fear of public speaking, this episode is for you. And if you're curious about Brilliant Speakers Academy, Irina also shares what she enjoyed most about the program and working with me as well as what she wants people considering the program to know. 

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Connect with Irina:

Book “Your Inner Heroine”: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Inner-Heroine-Irina-Sorrels/dp/B09BY7ZDRN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1V0KO4YP5HS5K&keywords=irina+sorrels&qid=1681425347&sprefix=irina+sorrel%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sorrelsirina/ Website: https://irinasorrels.com/inicio

Have you ever been in front of an audience and felt like an imposter? Like you weren't good enough to be there? We all have stories we tell ourselves that limit our potential and confidence, but in this episode, we'll dive into dismantling those limiting beliefs. 

A while back, I spoke at the Smart Income Stream virtual conference. I shared a powerful two-step process to quiet your inner critic and overcome those subconscious stories holding you back. 

In this episode, I’ll be playing you a clip from that conference so you can hear my insights and strategies directly from the event. 

I’ve said it many times and I’ll say it again: Pretending to be confident while speaking doesn’t work, and the first step towards building genuine speaking confidence is to break free from your limiting beliefs. 

If you are anxious about speaking in public, this episode is for you. Don't let your limiting beliefs hold you back any longer. Tune in and start feeling more excited to share what you have to say.

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

As a co-founder of the Academy of Animated Art, Jasmine encourages people who feel stuck in their careers to listen to themselves and follow their interests, as this can lead to unexpected and fulfilling paths. 

Jasmine’s unique perspective on careers emphasizes designing your ideal life by staying true to yourself and being open to new opportunities. 

This podcast episode is a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain confidence and navigate the creative industry with curiosity and passion. Tune in to learn more about Jasmine's unique career path, her insights on career and life, and how she has found success in the creative industry.

Timestamps/Key Highlights

[03:10] Jasmine’s childhood aspirations and limiting beliefs

[14:48] Jasmine shares how she was able to be brave enough to follow her passions instead of conforming to others’ expectations

[20:39] Jasmine discusses co-founding the Academy of Animated Art

[24:45] The importance of recognizing the opportunities presented in every moment

[28:18] Jasmine shares her journey of becoming a certified coach and how it has impacted her career

[30:45] Designing your ideal life by following your interests

[33:10] Jasmine shares how she found opportunity in getting laid off

[35:45] Jasmine’s advice for those feeling stuck in their careers

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Connect with Jasmine:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jazzkatat/ Academy of Animated Art Website: https://academyofanimatedart.com/ Coaching Website: https://jazzkatat.com/

Welcome to another episode of the Confidence Within podcast. In this episode, we will challenge the well-known phrase "practice makes perfect" and examine its relevance to public speaking. 

While this saying is often used to refer to developing muscle memory in activities such as playing an instrument or learning a sport, it doesn't necessarily hold true for public speaking. Despite years of practice, many individuals still struggle with public speaking and experience anxiety and discomfort. 

So, what's the reason behind this? We'll explore this topic by tweaking the familiar phrase a bit. Instead of "practice makes perfect," I propose that "practice makes permanent." When you repeatedly practice speaking with fear and a lack of confidence, you're reinforcing that negative experience. This, in turn, cements a negative association with public speaking, which is not what we want. 

In this episode, I’ll share with you the essential elements to address first to start practicing the right way. Tune in now to discover how to improve your public speaking skills… the right way!

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Stefanie Cabaniss, a former student of the Brilliant Speakers Academy, is the featured guest in this episode of the Confidence Within podcast. In under two years, Stefanie has gone from being intimidated by public speaking to hosting her own podcast and founding a coaching business.

Stefanie loved public speaking as a child, so losing that enjoyment to nervousness later in life was difficult for her.

During our conversation, Stefanie shares her inspiration for enhancing her public speaking abilities and the toughest obstacles she faced in overcoming her limiting beliefs and fears. She talks about her background prior to enrolling in Brilliant Speakers Academy, the impact the program has had on her life, her favorite aspects of it, and her current perspective on speaking in front of people.

Stefanie’s involvement in Brilliant Speakers Academy was driven by a larger purpose than just overcoming her fear of public speaking. Following the loss of a dear friend, she sought to spread the hope she found and inspire others that life goes on after loss. She offers grief support for Christian women through her podcast, coaching, and writing.

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Connect with Stefanie:

Website: https://grief2greatday.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-2-great-day-christian-grief-support-for-women/id1601051303 Book “Dying to Be Healed”: https://www.amazon.com/Dying-Be-Healed-Ordinary-Extraordinary/dp/1664214321

Are you a non-native English speaker struggling with public speaking? You're not alone. But what if I told you that the key to being a brilliant communicator has nothing to do with perfecting your vocabulary, grammar, or accent?

Many people who speak publicly with confidence and authority are non-native English speakers, so ask yourself if your lack of confidence when speaking is truly a language barrier issue or if it lies deeper within your inner confidence. While improving your vocabulary, grammar, and accent is helpful, it's not the key to becoming a brilliant communicator.

In this episode of the Confidence Within podcast, we explore how developing inner confidence can transform you into a powerful and engaging speaker, regardless of your language abilities. I also share practical tips that will help you be better understood when English isn’t your first language.

Don't miss out on this valuable advice - tune in now!

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

I am joined on this episode of The Confidence Within Podcast by acclaimed energy coach and author Julianna Ricci. A scientist by training, Julianna merges quantum physics with new insights from mindfulness to change the trajectory of people’s lives and help her clients optimize their impact in life. 

Julianna is aware that her coaching is not available to everyone, and she wants to be able to share it with more people because she sees the deep improvement her clients achieve through her coaching. Thus, she decided to write her book, The Power of Practice: Spiritual Laws of an Extraordinary You about spiritual laws backed by scientific evidence. 

In this episode, we talk about her interesting career trajectory and some of the topics discussed in her book such as the law of attraction and how energy awareness can lead us to greater success in life.  

Key Highlights: 

●       Julianna's journey from marine biologist to energy coach

●       What prompted Julianna to write her book The Power of Practice

●       Misconceptions about The Law of Attraction and how to apply it properly

●       The importance of consistency and non-attachment in reaching your goals

●       How to handle the inevitable detours in life

●       The importance of giving ourselves grace and releasing self-blame and shame

●       How to master our core energy to achieve our dreams

●       Energetic awareness as a means to manifest anything you want in life

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Connect with Julianna:  

Website: http://www.jriccienergy.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepowerofpracticeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliannaricci/Book: http://www.jriccienergy.com/the-book

I got a lot of questions after Episode 5 aired (where I interviewed an introverted entrepreneur and my client, Roos Vos). You asked me how to become a confident, compelling, and captivating speaker when your “introversion” gets in the way. 

This episode is dedicated to all my fellow introverts. I see you, I hear you, I get you. Because being an introvert myself, I’ve had to deal with all the challenges and advantages of introversion my entire life. 

A lot of people think that it’s impossible to be a confident public speaker when you’re an introvert simply because of all the perceived limitations, but they can’t be further from the truth. Many incredible public speakers are introverts. 

And to anyone who needs to hear this: Introverts are NOT hermits, they are NOT anti-social, and they are NOT always shy. Being an introvert simply means you have a different way of draining and recharging your energy than extroverts - and this does not have to hold you back in terms of public speaking. 

In fact, introverts have certain “gifts” that can help them overcome the fear of public speaking and show up as the confident and brilliant professionals that they are! 

I talk about this at length in this episode of my Confidence Within podcast. If you’re an introvert, this episode is for you! 

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

On this episode of the Confidence Within podcast, I'm joined by American jazz singer and America's Got Talent season 6 winner Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. 

Landau's journey to success began with a difficult upbringing in Logan, West Virginia. He experienced homelessness at 19 and had several low points in his life. Nevertheless, Landau had always sung as a way to escape the challenges of his environment, and little did he know, his extraordinary voice would eventually take him places. 

Landau auditioned for America's Got Talent at the age of 35 and blew away the judges and audience with his singing. As a result of this experience, Landau realized he had been denying himself love and appreciation for most of his life due to a lack of self-esteem. 

Since Landau overcame his fear of being picked on and bullied by auditioning for America's Got Talent, he has performed all over the world, raised millions for charity, and is now able to make a living doing what he loves. Landau's advice for others is to be yourself, treat others how you would like to be treated, and pay it forward to those around you. 

Key Highlights:

• The story of Landau's upbringing, his journey to becoming a professional singer, and how he eventually achieved success doing what he loves
• The qualities that set Landau apart from the competition on America's Got Talent
• How Landau's experience on America's Got Talent helped him to build his self-confidence
• The ways in which Landau is using his success to benefit his community

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Connect with Landau: 

Landau’s audition on America’s Got Talent: https://youtu.be/HYu5qVJmlr0Website: https://landaumurphyjr.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/landaueugenemurphyjr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/landauemurphyjr/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/landaumurphyjr

On this episode of the Confidence Within podcast, I'm joined by Matt Thompson, a creator of ridiculous, clever, and over-the-top inventions you never knew you needed, who has garnered over a million followers on social media and the attention of major media outlets.

As his inventions brought him more visibility, he was turning down interviews and podcasts due to the overpowering panic he felt around sharing his words in public. Matt also recalls feeling exhausted by his fear that a reason might arise for him to speak.

He finally had enough of feeling this way, so he joined my Brilliant Speakers Academy. After completing the program, he is now not only comfortable with public speaking (including interviews with the largest US and world media outlets!), but he actually enjoys speaking in front of people, which makes me so proud! Compared to the Matt who initially joined my program, the person you hear in this recording is remarkably different. 

During our conversation, Matt discusses what motivated him to be a part of my program, what his favorite part of working with me was, and how he feels about public speaking now. He also shares the amazing journey of turning his hobby into a media magnet and a thriving business. 

Connect with me online: 

Get my FREE 2-day mini-course “Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking Once and For All”: http://www.ConquerYourFearMiniCourse.com/

Learn more about working with me inside my Brilliant Speakers Academy® coaching program (specifically created for ambitious high-level professionals and entrepreneurs) to obliterate your fear of public speaking, drastically improve your communication and presentation skills, and help you be seen as a true leader in your company or industry: http://www.BrilliantSpeakersAcademy.com

Website: https://www.byvictorial.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byvictorial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byvictorial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victorialioznyansky LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-lioznyansky/

Connect with Matt:

Website: https://www.thompsonwoodart.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thompsonwoodworks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MIwoodworks Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThompsonWoodworks/featuredInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thompsonwoodworks/?hl=enMatt’s Interview with Newsner.com: https://fb.watch/i1vQ4LXwDa/