The Toastmasters Podcast #284: Singing: A Secret Weapon for Confident Communication – Jillian Mitchell
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Oct 1, 2025 Jillian Mitchell, a recording artist and vocal coach with almost 20 years of experience, shares how singing can enhance public speaking skills. She emphasizes that singing isn't just for performers; it’s a potent tool for anyone looking to boost their communication confidence. Jillian discusses the five key benefits of singing for speech, including breath support, articulation, and pitch control. She also reveals how singing taps into emotional expression, helping speakers engage authentically. Plus, she offers easy warm-up techniques to strengthen vocal presence.
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Singing And Speaking Share One Instrument
- Jillian Mitchell realized singing and speaking use the same vocal instrument and healthy habits can transfer both ways.
- She noticed singers often use a different, healthier voice when singing than when speaking and bridged that gap.
Singing Is Vocal Strength Training
- Singing trains the same muscles as speaking but at higher demand, building stamina and breath control.
- Practicing harder vocal tasks makes ordinary speech feel easier and more supported.
Use Breath To Carry Sentences
- Use singing breath support to carry sentences from the first to the final word without stopping the breath mid-phrase.
- Think of sentences as musical phrases and commit breath until the intended inhale point.
