Finding your authentic voice, public speaking and advocacy (rewriting the rules) - Chat with Annie Crowe
May 6, 2024
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Annie Crowe, a public speaking and advocacy expert, discusses finding a balance between being cheeky and making impactful changes, breaking neuronormative rules in advocacy, and the importance of authenticity in public speaking. She also talks about deciding on speaking opportunities, embracing authenticity in presentations, and the value of genuine self-expression in advocacy and social media.
Balancing need to push boundaries with risk of offense in public speaking decisions.
Embracing personal skills in public speaking, avoiding conformity to singular speaking models.
Deep dives
Finding the Balance in Advocacy and Public Speaking
Deciding on which speaking opportunities to accept can be a challenge when balancing the need to push boundaries with the risk of offending others. It involves being true to oneself and breaking away from neuro normative rules to authentically advocate. Confidence in personal beliefs and values developed over time can help navigate interactions and engagements with conviction.
Tailoring Your Path in Public Speaking
Individuals are encouraged to identify their unique skills and pathways in public speaking, recognizing that not everyone needs to follow a singular speaking model. Prioritizing personal capabilities and comfort levels can guide decisions on accepting speaking opportunities, considering factors like energy allocation, audience alignment, impact, and personal growth.
Navigating Social Media and Authenticity
Utilizing social media platforms is highlighted as a valuable tool for sharing authentic content and engaging with different audiences. Embracing imperfection and starting with small steps, such as posting stories or testing ideas, can help overcome perfectionist tendencies. The journey of building an online presence involves discovering what feels natural, experimenting with diverse content formats, and maintaining authenticity in digital interactions.
In this podcast shortie version of our chat, Annie Crowe and I talk about:
How to find the balance between being a bit cheeky and pushing the envelope, and possibly offending people... while making the changes that you want in the world
How to decide which speaking opportunities to say yes or no
The 'neuronormative' rules about public speaking and advocacy that we can ditch, to be more authentically ourselves
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