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How I Tame My Public Speaking Nerves (The 3 Ps That Changed Everything)

  • 7 days ago
  • 2 min read

If you've ever been nervous before giving a presentation, you're not alone.


After more than two decades performing on stages as a comedian and 15 years as a professional keynote speaker, I still get nervous before almost every talk.


The difference isn't that the nerves disappear. It's that I've learned how to work with them instead of against them.



In this solo episode, I'm sharing the exact strategies that have helped me go from overwhelming stage fright to confidently speaking in front of audiences ranging from small conference rooms to thousands of people.


You'll learn why getting more reps beats waiting until you feel confident, the three things I focus on before every presentation, why preparation actually creates more spontaneity, and the small rituals that help me calm my mind before I ever step on stage.


Whether you're preparing for a work presentation, pitching an idea, giving a wedding toast, or stepping onto a conference stage, these are the lessons I wish someone had taught me years ago.


In this episode, you'll learn:


  • Why even experienced speakers still get nervous

  • The Three Ps that reduce speaking anxiety

  • How preparation creates confidence

  • Why reps matter more than talent

  • The biggest mistakes people make before presenting

  • How to develop a pre-speaking routine that works for you

  • Simple ways to calm your nerves moments before you begin

  • Why your audience is rooting for you more than you realize


If this episode helps you, I'd love to hear your favorite takeaway. Leave a review, share it with someone preparing for a big presentation, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.


Thanks for listening!


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Episode Minute-By-Minute:


  • 00:42 Why I made this episode

  • 02:00 The #1 way to overcome speaking nerves

  • 03:00 Why everyone fears public speaking

  • 04:30 The First P: Purpose

  • 09:00 The Second P: Preparation

  • 17:45 The Third P: Perspective

  • 21:00 Understanding your personal nerves

  • 24:30 Creating your pre-talk routine

  • 27:00 My game-day rituals

  • 30:10 Starting strong on stage

  • 32:20 Should you acknowledge your nerves?

  • 34:35 One final piece of advice




 
 
 

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