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EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 13 MIN

308: How to Be Confident on Command

from SPEAK LIKE A CEO

Download your copy of the 21 Storytelling Frameworks guide:https://eo-ipso-comms.kit.com/21-storytelling-frameworks-with-oliverHave you ever been told to "fake it till you make it" or “just be yourself"? It's no surprise this common advice doesn't work – it focuses on acting confident instead of becoming confident.This episode breaks down Oliver’s three-step method that helps you build true confidence so you’re not overthinking or over-preparing for every presentation. You'll learn why you get so nervous in the first place, the common mistake that causes people to freeze, and how to calm your anxiety so you can speak confidently under pressure as a leader.Topics discussed:Bad public speaking advice (01:22)How perfectionism fuels imposter syndrome (03:33)Limiting beliefs that hold you back (04:04)The foundation of being a confident speaker (05:07)The 3-step BMW method (06:37)Why scripts don’t work and what to do instead (09:02)Strategies that build true confidence (10:56)Want to work with Oliver and become a top 1% communicator? Join the Speak Like a CEO Academy and sign up for the FREE webinar! https://www.speaklikeaceo.academy/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

Download your copy of the 21 Storytelling Frameworks guide:https://eo-ipso-comms.kit.com/21-storytelling-frameworks-with-oliverHave you ever been told to "fake it till you make it" or “just be yourself"? It's no surprise this common advice doesn't work – it focuses on acting confident instead of becoming confident.This episode breaks down Oliver’s three-step method that helps you build true confidence so you’re not overthinking or over-preparing for every presentation. You'll learn why you get so nervous in the first place, the common mistake that causes people to freeze, and how to calm your anxiety so you can speak confidently under pressure as a leader.Topics discussed:Bad public speaking advice (01:22)How perfectionism fuels imposter syndrome (03:33)Limiting beliefs that hold you back (04:04)The foundation of being a confident speaker (05:07)The 3-step BMW method (06:37)Why scripts don’t work and what to do instead (09:02)Strategies that build true confidence (10:56)Want to work with Oliver and become a top 1% communicator? Join the Speak Like a CEO Academy and sign up for the FREE webinar! https://www.speaklikeaceo.academy/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

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