Why You Need to Stop Performing and Start Believing with Annelise McCarthy

What does it really take to stand out as a speaker in a noisy world?The zesty and unapologetically real, Annelise McCarthy, founder of Her Speaking Coach, joins Jeff to explore what speaking with confidence really means.From overcoming a childhood lisp to building a thriving global coaching business, Annelise shares powerful and counterintuitive lessons on communication, presence, and self-belief. This episode isn’t about tips and tricks, it’s about transforming the way you see yourself, so your voice carries the weight it deserves.We dive into:Why being brilliant isn’t enough if you can’t communicate it memorably.The myth that you need to be “serious” to be taken seriously.How self-love becomes the ultimate speaking skill.The spotlight effect, and why nobody notices your mistakes as much as you do.The shift from performance to presence that changes everything.Whether you’re a founder, leader, or simply someone who wants to use their voice more powerfully, this conversation will remind you: it’s never too late to claim your voice and step into the spotlight on your own terms.🎧 Tune in and get ready to stop performing - and start connecting.Chapters00:00 Intro01:40 Journey into Public Speaking10:25 The Importance of Communication in the Age of AI12:01 Memorable Moments in Speaking18:05 The Impact of Empowering Voices24:14 Self-Love and Communication27:54 Embracing Anxiety as a Superpower29:35 The Journey of Self-Discovery31:27 The Impact of COVID on Personal Growth34:08 The Mirror Moment: A Turning Point36:40 Building a Relationship with Self-Love38:07 The Power of Vulnerability in Storytelling40:07 From Performance to Authenticity44:14 Shifting Focus from Self to Audience48:00 The Foundation of Compassion in Public Speaking51:21 The Challenges of EntrepreneurshipConnect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen