In this final episode of How to Feel More Confident Public Speaking, we’re going deeper than surface-level tips.Because confidence isn’t just about managing nerves, it’s about changing the patterns that create them.
We’ll explore the three key areas of change work that make a lasting difference:
💭 Changing low-confidence cycle habits - the subtle thought and behaviour loops that keep you stuck.
🧠 Updating subconscious learnings - the emotional blueprints your brain’s been running since “that one bad presentation.”
💪 Reconditioning your physical responses - how to calm the body’s automatic fear signals and replace them with safety and strength.
When you work on all three, you’re not just coping with public speaking, you’re changing how your mind and body experience it so you can feel more calm and more confident, for life.
🎧 Listen now and start feeling more confident public speaking!
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We all want that one silver bullet - the quick fix that will make us feel more confident at work. But as Anna shares in this episode, building confidence isn’t something you can reduce to a single tip or trick.
And yet… there is one thing she stands by - though you might not want to hear it!
In this short but powerful episode, Anna reveals the one shift that truly changes how you experience confidence - not just for a moment, but for good.
Mentioned in this episode:
The High Confidence Cycle, Anna’s framework for creating lasting confidence.
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In episode 1 we looked at the foundations you need to build public speaking confidence, this episode is about helping you to figure out what’s actually tripping you up now - the surface patterns and the unconscious stories buried underneath.
Spotting these patterns is the essential first step to changing them, so i'm inviting you to play detective!
In this episode you’ll hear:
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Public speaking. Presenting. Walking to the podium. Joining a panel. Delivering training.
These are the moments that don’t just require you to do your job well - they ask you to be visible.
In this first episode of my three-part mini-series, How to Feel More Confident Public Speaking , we’re starting with the foundations you need to get in place if you're going to feel more confident public speaking.
You’ll hear:
Next up in this series:
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We’ve all thought it: “I can’t say that (I need to be nice)”.
But what do we really mean by nice, and how does it impact us at work?
“Nice” often shows up as:
In this episode, I’ll walk you through:
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Confidence is a lot like a building. It can look solid on the outside, but if the foundations underneath it aren’t strong, sooner or later the cracks will start to show!
In this episode, Anna shares:
Whether you’re stepping into a senior role, facing new challenges, or simply feeling the wobble, this episode will help you figure out how to strengthen the base you need to withstand the thrills and spills of your career!
Episode Resources:
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You know what you should be doing at work, whether it's speaking up, having the tough conversation or letting go of over-perfecting things. But actually doing it? That’s another story.
In this episode of Confident at Work, I talk about the gap between knowing and doing and why, if you've been trying to “fix” yourself, you might want to try a totally different approach.
We’ll explore how listening to those behaviours can uncover the actual fears and motivations holding you back your attempts to change.
Here's what you'll learn by listening:
How fix-it mode often creates pressure instead of progress.
Your behaviours contain clues, if you stop and listen.
Real change can start when you explore why the behaviour is happening, rather than forcing yourself to stop.
Before you dive into your tasks for the day, ask yourself this: Who do I want to be while I’m doing all this?
In this episode, I share why your ‘To Be’ list is more important than your to-do list - especially if you’re someone who often overthinks, overworks, or over-prepares. You'll learn how to bring intention to your day by choosing how you want to show up, not just what you get done.
We’ll also explore how this practice supports the High Confidence Cycle by helping you build internal habits of being realistic, encouraging, and trusting instead of pressured, perfectionist, or self-critical.
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You’ve heard the quotes - failure is feedback, fail fast, celebrate your mistakes! But if you’re a professional, failure doesn’t feel like a growth opportunity. It feels risky. Maybe even dangerous.
In this episode, we look at the disconnect between what gets said about failure and what it actually feels like in our professional lives - especially in environments where you’re trained to get it right.
We’ll explore:
Plus, a simple challenge to spot your own failure-avoidance pattern and take a step towards real confidence.
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Psychological safety is a hot topic in workplaces - but there’s a crucial layer we’re not talking about: internal psychological safety.
In this episode, Anna explores what it means to feel safe with yourself, not just within your team. You'll learn why confidence isn't only built in supportive environments, but in your own internal culture, and how to start shifting that if yours feels more punishing than safe.
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Ever spiralled after a perfectly normal email?
Yeah, same :-)
In this episode, we’re separating fact from fiction and calling out the brain drama that wrecks your confidence. You’ll learn how to spot when your mind’s making stuff up (spoiler: it’s often) and how to get back to solid ground.
I’ll walk you through:
A super simple fact-vs-drama check-in tool
Three common scenarios where our minds go full soap opera
Why this matters if you want to feel calmer, clearer, and more confident at work
Tune in and take your confidence back from your inner drama llama.
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You’re performing. You’re delivering. Great - but what’s actually driving you day to day?
Many high performers are secretly powering their success with a unsustainable fuel source - fear:
🔁 Fear of not being good enough
🔁 Fear of falling behind; and
🔁 Fear of being found out
In this episode, we explore whether you're using the equivalent of fossil fuels to power your career. Sure they work - but they have byproducts which pollute and destroy your confidence.
We’ll look at:
High performance doesn’t have to run on the equivalent of fossil fuels.
What if your success could run on a cleaner, more sustainable fuel source? Find out how you can switch to 100% renewable motivation and drive in 2025!
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It’s one thing to feel unconfident - but it’s another thing entirely to fear and focus on the fact that others can see it. That fear can spiral fast: you’re no longer just doing the thing… you’re managing how you look doing it.
In this episode, we explore:
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When confidence is low, connection gets lost. In this episode, we explore how self-doubt pulls your attention away from the moment - making it harder to connect with yourself, your work, your team, and the people around you.
From one-to-one conversations to big presentations, in this episode Anna shares examples of how being in your head stops you being present . If you’ve ever felt like you weren’t quite “there” in the room and you're wondering how to get back there, this one's for you.
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Confident at Work Turns 3: The Journey So Far
This week marks three years of the podcast — and I’m celebrating by taking you behind the scenes.
In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how Confident at Work began, why I started it, and how my winding career path - from law to coaching, brought me here. You’ll hear about the doubts, the pivots, and the moments that shaped both my work and this podcast.
Whether you’ve been listening since the early days or just found the show, this one’s a personal thank-you and a reflection on what it really takes to build something with confidence!
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You’re more powerful than you think - especially when it comes to your confidence.
In this episode, I’m revealing 10 small, everyday moments that quietly build or batter your confidence at work. Most of them fly under the radar, but once you can see them, you can change them, and use your power for the good of your confidence!
From how you handle feedback to what you say after a meeting, these micro-moments shape how confident you feel day to day.
🎯 By the end of the episode, you’ll know exactly where your power lies - and how to start using it on purpose so you can feel more confident at work.
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Most people live in reactive mode at work - constantly responding, firefighting, replying and scrambling to keep up. It’s draining, and it quietly chips away at your confidence.
In this short episode, I break down the difference between reactive vs proactive behaviour and why learning to get ahead (just a little!) can change how you feel, work, and lead.
Expect:
Real-life examples of reactive traps
What being proactive actually looks like
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After hundreds of hours coaching brilliant professionals who want to feel more confident, I’ve seen the same patterns again and again. I know what actually works, and what doesn’t – when it comes to building lasting confidence at work.
That’s why I’ve created a free, 60-minute online session to share the most powerful tools and insights I’ve collected so far.
You are invited to join us free:
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In this live session, you’ll:
Learn what actually builds confidence at work - and what chips away at it
Identify your own confidence blockers and blind spots
Leave with a clear, personalised plan to grow your confidence in 2025/26
Whether you’re holding back in meetings, overthinking feedback, or just tired of self-doubt, this class is for you.
I’d love for you to join me!
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If you’ve ever looked around at work and thought, “I need to be more like them to be confident,” this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, we’re busting one of the most persistent myths about confidence - that it means being the loudest voice in the room. The one who always speaks up first, takes up space, and never seems unsure.
But what if that isn't you?
What if you’re a quiet leader?
What if you think carefully and more slowly?
This episode is a gentle call back to yourself.
We’ll explore:
Whether you’re a deep thinker, a reflector or quiet doer, this episode is your reminder: you don’t need to change your personality on the road to being more confident.
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Have you ever held back from speaking in a meeting because you thought you might sound stupid? You’re not alone - and this episode is for you.
In today’s episode of Confident at Work, we explore the all-too-familiar fear that arises right before you want to speak up: “What if I sound stupid?” Whether you're asking a question, sharing an idea, or challenging something in the room, that fear can derail your confidence and silence yourself.
I’ll walk you through what’s actually happening in those moments, why your brain jumps to self-doubt, and how to shift out of it so you can contribute with more clarity, calm, and confidence.
You'll learn what it takes to stop the overthinking - so you can start focusing on what you actually want to say.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why the fear of sounding stupid is so common (even among smart, capable professionals)
What happens internally when that fear shows up
How to interrupt the cycle so you can feel more engaged and less self-conscious
This episode is for you if:
You regularly think, “I’m going to sound stupid” just before speaking
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