Networking. Public speaking. Self-Promotion. Does it strike fear into the heart of you??!!
Relatable! I've managed my own struggles with public speaking, self-promotion and even networking as a business owner over the years. And I've crafted the art into practical steps that help my clients show up with confidence. Whether they have self-doubt, impostor syndrome or even social anxiety.
This is for you if:
- You get nervous or blush badly at your morning stand up or round the table/workflow meetings (this used to be me!) meetings. You worry about it the night before - or even days before!
- You have to present to customers for your job, and struggle to be yourself and feel like you did well. Maybe your targets or conversions feel hard to hit. Again, you want to show up and 'perform' well but you're not sure how to start.
- Interviews are a real battle for you but you’d love a fresh start. And to be able to back yourself even when feeling challenged. So many of us struggle with nerves and this often results in us not doing as well as we should in high pressure situations.
Step 1: Confidence coaching (what's holding us back)
If you'd love to have someone in your corner, confidence coaching and its impact on those who choose to work with me is what I love the best. I will work with you to get to the route of what may be holding you back (generally our limiting beliefs).
Step 2: Goal setting, and a customized, specific action plan
Then we will look at what you want to create for yourself, and your business. Set some goals and make an action plan.
Step 3: Accountability, support and encouragement
I'll support and encourage you every step. And keep you accountable - kindly!
Step 4: Finally, there's self-promotion - as an individual or a business owner.
Why does SELF-PROMOTION feel so HARD? Even icky. Most folks who come work with me struggle with some degree of self-doubt. This can magnify a lot when it comes to running our own businesses. Promoting ourselves confidently to potential investors, partners, even customers can feel daunting. And promoting ourselves online can feel next level for some. How do you find it?
LinkedIn is known as more of a business networking platform, so self-promotion here seems to generate more fear than regular promotions. Why? We assume more folks that know us will see and potentially judge what they see.
The reality? Posting regularly can become a regular, repeated habit.
Eventually, it can even feel easy!
Over the years I've found ways to overcome these challenges in my own business. I self-promote now in a way that feels aligned. I post with ease and even enjoy it!! And my many clients who have used this process have leant do the same.
My personal strategy:
I've tried a lot of things, including posting three times a day to meet the algorithms where they were (nonsense and hard work). I now post twice a week. My content comes from something meaningful to me or a client conversation/workshop I've facilitated.
I don’t agonize over likes, I just keep showing up. That last part is critical. Consistency.
My clients love working with someone who helps them feel authentic and show up! Having an accountability buddy with a background as a leadership coach (and past life as a corporate marketeer and London agency professional) means we get the strategy right for you first. Then the implementation rhythm that suits your schedule, budget and preferences. So, it does not feel super hard.
Talk to me about finding your confidence, being yourself in (previously) tough situations and shining like the true star you really are. Whoever’s watching! If you’d love someone in your corner to help you keep showing up, (especially if you’d love more confidence) and your run your own business, let’s talk.
A little about me:
Experienced, double certified leadership and life coach. Corporate facilitator/trainer. Work with me to gain clarity, direction and confidence, for you or your team. Plus a step by step action plan (and a ton of encouragement, support and relatable personal tips) from every meeting.
Results speak for themselves. If you'd like to hear what my clients say here's a link to my Google reviews Vicky Evans - Leadership and Life Coach, Personal And Professional Development, Workshop Facilitator - Google Maps
Book a free 30 minute consult to ask a question or make a booking to see if I offer what you need here: VickyevansBook - Vicky Evans
Till next time,
Nga mihi nui,
Vicky