7 Public Speaking Misconceptions

1. Being liked is the most important thing 

Can we all agree to ditch the people-pleasing? It gets in the way of making an impact. Being true to yourself is way more important!

2. Stay silent to keep the peace 

Sure, it might make other people feel more comfortable, but 'keeping the peace' is likely perpetuating pain and trauma. Your voice matters, especially when it disrupts harmful silence.

3. You're not authentic if you change your voice 

Declaring your voice only strikes one note in a 'like it or lump it' style is small-minded and stunts your influence. Discovering range in your voice helps you sound MORE authentic.

4. Extroverts make better speakers 

Complete rubbish. Whether you're extrovert, introvert or in between - you have what it takes to share a compelling message.

5. Good speakers don't get nervous 

I love feeling nervous. It's energy to fuel your performance. I'm yet to meet a speaker who says they never get nervous.

6. You have to eliminate filler words 

A few ums and ahs won't kill your message, in fact it can help with connection, especially with the rise of AI.

7. Everyone hates the sound of their own voice 

Simply not true. If you hate the sound of your voice, this is a relationship you need to repair.

(There's actually a whole chapter in my book Voiceprint called Operation Voice Cupid!)

Which of these myths has been holding your story hostage? What would be possible if you stopped believing it today?

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