Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney
Let's face it, life is uncomfortable. Whether it's interacting with other humans (or trying to), going after our goals and improving our lives, or understanding other people's perspectives, preferences and proclivities, being able to face the discomforts in life with courage, compassion, confidence and resilience will make life a lot more enjoyable! So join me as we DANCE IN THE DISCOMFORT ZONE! We'll explore new ideas, learn how to build our confidence, courage and resilience, and laugh a little too, because life is serious enough. We need a little cha cha, and a little ha ha every once in a while! Welcome to the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney!
Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney
Episode 201: Casey Carpenter, overcoming the fear of speaking up
Does speaking in public terrify you? Do you cringe when you're called upon to speak in a meeting? Today's featured guest, Casey Carpenter was born a shy scared introverted and highly sensitive person who was scared to speak up. She Danced in the Discomfort Zone, and learned vital courage and confidence boosting strategies and it served her well. In starting Speak and Own It Communications LLC, she helps others find the courage and confidence to speak up and lead!!
In this episode we talk about
- How she went from terrified to speak in a group, to a successful business in sales, training and professional speaking.
- How a promotion put her in a position she was totally underskilled for, and how she made it work!
- How ego plays into persevering in the wrong place.
- The ever-popular hidden procrastination tactic: Professional Development, podcasts, courses and coaching, OH MY!!
- How her practice dancing in the discomfort zone has made her a very resilient professional with a highly successful business helping people learn how to speak in public.
Want to connect with Casey? https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseycarpenter1
Link to the Disarming Persuasion podcast episode mentioned in this episode. https://www.disarmingpersuasion.com/e/persuasion-through-networkingcan-it-be-this-simple/