Public Speaking Tips for Introverts: Building Confidence - with Stephanie Thoma l AVP 52

In this episode of the Abeg Vex Podcast, Idongesit sits down with author and public speaking coach Stephanie Thoma to explore the worlds of writing, networking, and personal growth. Stephanie shares how journaling led her to becoming an author and how her book Confident Introvert empowers people to embrace networking in authentic ways. From the art of storytelling to pitching with impact, she breaks down strategies to captivate audiences, manage overwhelm, and build resilience. Stephanie also dives into cultural nuances, mindset shifts, and the importance of finding the right coach. This conversation is packed with practical advice and inspiration for anyone seeking confidence in public speaking, authorship, or entrepreneurship. #PublicSpeaking #Mindset #Networking #Coaching #Authors ➤ SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@AbegVexPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1   ➤ EPISODE LINKS: https://stephaniethoma.com/ https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemthoma https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemthoma/ https://www.youtube.com/user/songsbysteph https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemthoma   ➤ FOLLOW US ON ABEG VEX PODCAST SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/abegvexpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/AbegVex https://www.tiktok.com/@abegvexhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/idongesit-obeya/     ➤ CHECK OUT OUR CHANNEL HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@AbegVexPodcastepisodes.fm/1743291298➤ DOWNLOAD EPISODE: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qiZMsvzl7adRa438zz6eThttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abeg-vex-podcast/id1743291298 ➤ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro and welcome 01:00 Starting the journey as an author 02:40 Writing her first book Confident Introvert 06:05 From hosting events to becoming a public speaker 10:24 Storytelling in writing, pitching, and public speaking 13:34 How to pitch effectively and connect with the audience 19:13 Handling overwhelm as an introvert in networking spaces 23:33 Choosing the right coach and the meaning of being “coachable” 30:02 The power of mindset in growth and change 31:40 Cultural nuances: hot vs. cold climate cultures 35:47 Building confidence and adapting across cultures 38:26 Stephanie’s services and coaching offers 42:15 Golden nugget for aspiring authors, speakers, and founders ➤ WEBSITE: https://abegvexpodcast.com     ➤ EXPLORE ABEG VEX PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6fJiVJiAd0oIA8zvfGcSob22O6uqcm3q   ➤ OUR PODCASTS:* Truth In Bikinis: https://youtube.com/@truthinbikinispodcast * Uproot The Issue: www.youtube.com/@UprootTheIssuePodcast * More Than Headlines: www.youtube.com/@MoreThanHeadlinesPodcast* Quest To Know: www.youtube.com/@QuestToKnowPodcast * The Intimate Matters: www.youtube.com/@TheIntimateMattersPodcast * Abeg Vex: https://...