Ep 260: Speaking with Impact and Authenticity with Cat Matson

I’m thrilled to be joined today by Cat Matson, founder and CEO of Impactful Presenters. But just hang on one sec! If you read the word ‘presenters’ and thought ‘this might not be for me’, think again. In our chat, Cat shares with us the importance of authentic self-expression in various contexts - including our personal interactions with partners, friends, family, children and colleagues. So no, you don’t have to be a traditional presenter to get a heap of inspiration from this episode.In our chat you’ll hear:Cat’s thoughts on what it means to make an impact, and how we know when we’re achieving that goalWhat it means to ‘frame up’ a position that can truly be received by anotherThe role of self-kindness in communicationThe keys to authenticity (and why that overused word isn’t nearly so cringy as you might think)How we navigate fear and vulnerability in communicationAnd so much more.About Cat:Cat Matson is the CEO and Lead Facilitator of Impactful Presenters, empowering business owners and community leaders to speak with confidence, authority, authenticity and impact. A popular and accomplished Speaker, MC and Moderator, Cat is known for her straight-talking, 'realness' and extracting 'the juice' from her clients. Cat describes herself as a 'Mistress-of-all-Trades' having worked in both the private and public sectors, in small and large business and in virtually every industry. She has advised Mayors and CEOs; developed city-shaping strategies; interviewed extraordinary industry leaders from social enterprise to deep tech and everything in between; and helped small business owners understand how to capitalise on the trends of digital transformation and innovation.She is the host of the Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson podcast, likes to 'work out loud' so others can learn from her experiences, enjoys her coffees strong and black and her martinis stirred and dirty.Connect with Cat:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catmatson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatMatson.ImpactCATalystInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/catmatson/Mentioned in this episode:Pub Choir: https://www.pubchoir.com.au/The content I share on this platform is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While I am a qualified counsellor, yoga teacher, and somatic coach, the information provided here does not constitute personal counselling, therapy, or a therapeutic relationship.If you're struggling with your mental health or need personalised support, I encourage you to reach out to a registered professional in your area.Always take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritise your wellbeing.