The Sage Sayers: Breathe and Ground, Sweetie. Professor Elizabeth Wiley on Voice, Power, and Change.

My guest this week is Professor of Theatre at College of William & Mary, Elizabeth Wiley. Prof Wiley's a Midwesterner who's soon to move her side-gig (audiobook narration) to her main gig after many delightful years as a professor. Through COVID-19 and positive changes within theatre, she's realized: Now's the time for creating change. In our interview, Prof. Wiley (an award-winning narrator) shares her journey from a large Minnesota family to theatre, teaching, and entrepreneurship. And we learn communication tips along the way. Like, noticing when our Judge shows up and hijacks our high-stakes presentations, seeing the value in grounding our bodies, and understanding what vocal patterns, like upspeak and vocal fry, signal to our audiences. To learn more about Elizabeth Wiley and her narration services, visit Wiley Voice. For info on my coaching and training services and/or a complimentary session, visit Hanging Rock Coaching.