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Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety

The only newsletter you'll ever need to overcome the crippling fear of public speaking and gain the self-confidence you always desire. (Loved by 1500+ readers every week)

Think networking is ONLY for extroverts?

72ND Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety Ever watched the LOUD ONES get all opportunities?While you sit there... knowing you're just as capable(Maybe EVEN better)But that knot in your stomach when meeting new people? That's costing you more than just comfort.It costed me:→ Lost promotions→ Countless growth opportunities→ And connections that could've changed everythingUNTIL I cracked the code...Most 'conversation tips' assume you're outgoing. Here's what actually works...

11 DEADLY misconceptions about public speaking

71ST Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety This is gonna be a bit controversial but that's what excites me the most about today's issue ;) You see Reader, There's a ton of baseless misconceptions and garbage advice about public speaking which makes me puke every time I hear or read one of those. If you want to know the truth, hang tight. Because you're in for a treat today, and by the end you'd either love this newsletter or hate it, which is exactly what I want. I want...
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Yes, I do I have a BEEF...

70TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety I told this story at The Moth StorySLAM event in March, 2025. The theme for the story night was "BEEF". I told it in front of 300+ audience members at The Swallow Hill Music, Denver USA. Here's the video recording: -Waqas P.S.-- Have you ever faced a moment in your life that made you feel powerless, just like my school days? I'd love to hear from you :) (I read all replies) Follow me on LinkedIn for more content on public...
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These 'fixes' seem helpful… But SILENTLY sabotaging your progress

69TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety These speaking anxiety techniques DON'T work But no one on the internet is talking about it... You see Reader, These 5 techniques are like BAND-AIDS to deeper issues... They will NOT help you break free from public speaking anxiety in the long-term and yet many keep trying and relying on these temporary fixes. What these techniques do is they react and do damage control once the anxiety is triggered... But don't do SQUATS when it...

Master secret to impromptu speaking with EASE

68TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety Back in Jan 2022, when I first joined Toastmasters club... The most difficult part of attending club meetings used to be the impromptu speaking. I'm not gonna lie to you Reader, it used to scare the hell out of me. You know... The kind when you're put on spot and have to speak on your feet... without having enough time to think, gather, and organize your thoughts. Most people struggle even with prepared presentations/ talks and if...

Everything I knew about public speaking… was WRONG

67TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety Reader, Everything I thought I knew about public speaking was WRONG. And here's how to avoid making the same mistake... For 30 years, I overcomplicated public speaking. I used to believe public speaking is a talent—not a skill. And... I'm good enough if others don't judge me negatively. But I was wrong... BIG time! If you’re a Beginner Speaker, and struggling anxiety... AVOID: - Viewing speaking nerves as signs of weakness -...

12 effortless secret tips for your next talk or presentation

66TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety Reader, I recently came across a post on LinkedIn with tips in public speaking situations. Though I didn't fully agree with all of those... I got enough inspiration to build a list of my own 12 practical tips that you can start practicing today. Even if you're a total beginner. 1 - Arrive early and walk the room Arrive early at speaking venue and walk the room Gain familiarity of the stage and people you'll speak to Introduce...

Your body responds to public speaking nerves in 2 WAYS...

65TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety You know, Reader Your speaking nerves make you respond in 2 ways? The response we all know very well is called Threat Response and The response no one would tell you about is called Challenge Response. Wanna know how to differentiate between both if you're having one before or during your next talk or presentation? Let's dig. First off, as the name suggests Threat Response is triggered when we feel threatened... No brainer, right?...

A guide to overcoming your social anxiety around strangers

64TH Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety I grew up introverted, shy, and timid person. But now I feel like I've made the transition to being an extrovert or at least an ambivert... Credit to my public speaking training for past 3-4 years. And it seems silly how I used to dread saying a simple hello to strangers back in the days when I was crippled with social anxieties. Just last week... while working with a client, I realized that some people.. I'm guessing most...
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Ever practiced (even over practiced) BUT still overwhelmed with nerves?

63RD Issue of Newsletter Free Your Voice from Speaking Anxiety "Go practice... it's the only way to overcome this fear"."Practice makes a man perfect"."Pretend you're confident... and over time you'll gain confidence"."Practice in front of a mirror 20 TIMES before a presentation... that's the only way". ... This is what I got when I asked for advice to beat my fear of public speaking. Such advice is so commonplace, I thought let's put everything into perspective. This is for you if: You have...

The only newsletter you'll ever need to overcome the crippling fear of public speaking and gain the self-confidence you always desire. (Loved by 1500+ readers every week)