Stand Out Get Noticed

Have you ever felt pressure to follow a path that someone else laid out for you? Whether it's cultural expectations, gender norms, or just the weight of "what you're supposed to do" — so many of us shrink ourselves to fit a mould that was never made for us in the first place. My guest today, Paru Radia (AKA the C-Suite Whisperer), knows this better than most. Growing up in a conservative Indian household in England, Paru's life path was mapped out before she was born (ie "get married and become a housewife"). But Paru chose to be courageous, despite the fear. She eventually packed up her life and bought a one-way ticket to New York — risking being ostracised by her family. And it was that leap of faith and belief in herself that became a key part of what she now teaches her clients. Today, Paru advises CEOs and C-suite leaders at organisations including British Airways, King and Spalding, and Indeed. She believes that you cannot lead well, communicate well, or influence others well, until you truly know yourself. In this episode, you will discover: Why even the most senior executives are still in survival mode — and what that means for how you communicate with them How going against cultural and gender norms shaped Paru's approach to leadership and influence Why knowing why you want what you want is more powerful than just chasing a title How to spot your own natural strengths (even when they're completely invisible to you) The one mindset shift that makes fear feel manageable — and helps you take bold action anyway Links mentioned: Paru Radia's website: https://paruradia.com  Click here to read the full shownotes. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious leaders and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Group Workshops: https://christinacanters.com/services/workshops/ Speaking & Keynotes: https://christinacanters.com/services/keynotes/ Coaching Programs: https://christinacanters.com/services/programs/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Struggling to communicate clearly, experiencing all the brain fog, or feeling overwhelmed at work? In this episode of Stand Out Get Noticed, I am so excited to share this conversation with Business & Wellness Coach Sonya Stattmann about what’s really happening in your nervous system when pressure builds — and how to prevent burnout before it takes over. You’ll learn why burnout isn’t caused by one bad day, but by accumulated stress, and how small, simple “micro-practices” can help you stay calm, think clearly and communicate effectively under pressure. If you’re a high-performing professional or leader who wants to build resilience, manage stress and show up with confidence at work, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: What nervous system dysregulation is (and why it happens) The hidden link between chronic stress and burnout Why high achievers are especially at risk Simple 5-minute micro-practices to regulate your nervous system What to do in the moment when you feel overwhelmed in a meeting, presentation or difficult conversation How building resilience improves your communication and leadership impact Links mentioned: Learn more about Sonya's work on her website Connect with Sonya on LinkedIn ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious leaders and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group Workshops: ​​https://christinacanters.com/services/workshops/ Speaking & Keynotes: https://christinacanters.com/services/keynotes/ Coaching Programs: https://christinacanters.com/services/programs/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quite a lot has been happening in my world, and I thought this would be a good opportunity to check in with you and share what's been going on. I talk about the business and mindset challenges I've been facing, how I've been rethinking my brand...plus you'll get to hear some exciting news! Thanks for being a listener of the show and part of the community - I am truly appreciative of your support. Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/300. This has been Episode 300 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious leaders and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Developing self awareness, intuition and problem solving skills are key to your success as a leader. And learning how to journal effectively is a powerful way to build these traits. This week on the podcast, I am thrilled for you to meet Ingrid Jones, who is a journal writing facilitator and a life coach. She helps people, from individuals, groups and organisations to look after their wellbeing and navigate life's ups and downs with a guided journal writing framework. Ingrid believes that we all have the answers within us and with her step-by-step journal process called Diving For Pearls, she enables people to create pockets of time to self-reflect in a transformative way. Our goal is for you is to walk away feeling inspired to use journaling as a tool for powerful self reflection, which could very well lead to some kick arse problem solving and radical transformation for you - in a good way! Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/298. This has been Episode 298 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you keep an interview flowing, the guest comfortable, and the audience engaged? Discover what to do DURING an interview in part 2 of this series on how to be a great interviewer. I share the steps and techniques I've learned and used from conducting over 250 interviews, as well as what I teach our government, academic and corporate clients through my other business, Podcast Services Australia (https://podcastservices.com.au/). In this episode, you'll learn how to help the guest perform at their best, what questions to ask, what questions to AVOID, plus what to do if the conversation goes off track. Shownotes are at www.thecmethod.com/296. This has been Episode 296 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having fun with your audience is one of the best ways to keep your audience engaged and energised. But how do we inject more fun into our presentations? In this episode, I'm joined by professional MC and host Mike Goldman, who shares his secrets on how to make any event you host a success. With over 20 years in the industry, Mike knows how to get the audience involved, keep the energy high, and make any event a blast. Tune in to learn his tips and take your own speaking opportunities to the next level! **EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/294. This has been Episode 294 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to unleash your presenting superpower! Yamini Naidu is the world's only economist turned Bollywood dancing business storyteller, and she's here to show you that YES - you do have a unique X Factor, and once uncovered, it will help you to stand out, supercharge your presenting abilities, and leave a lasting, positive experience for your audience. Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/292. This has been Episode 292 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. Check out Yamini's book X Factor here: https://yamininaidu.com.au/product/x-factor-unleash-your-presenting-superpower/ ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you learning to be a better speaker and leader, but finding it all too hard? If you're feeling frustrated with your slow progress, this episode is for you. You'll discover how to manage the challenge of learning a new skill, and to reduce your stress and overwhelm. Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/290. This has been Episode 290 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been asked to MC a work event, and now you're freaking out? Don't worry, I've got you! Learning to emcee is a valuable skill to have, and can help in your overall communication and public speaking abilities. In this episode, you'll learn 8 key strategies and tips for reducing your nerves, preparing effectively and doing a great job on event day. Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/288. This has been Episode 288 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. I emcee events large and small, with a focus on bringing fun, energy and engagement to all audiences. To book me as an emcee for your next event, reach out at cc@thecmethod.com. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and MC: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learning to communicate and express yourself is an ongoing process. There are so many elements to master, both from a mindset and technical perspective. And, in my experience, just when you think you've nailed a skill or got it figured out...something happens that makes you realise: 'Nope, I still have a way to go'! That happened to me, and I'm sharing my story on the podcast this week. Listen in to hear how I'm still learning to express myself fully. I hope it provides some inspiration to help you continue to work on yourself, continue to build your confidence, and continue to show up in the world in a way that is true to you. Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/286. This has been Episode 286 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You probably spend a lot of time receiving and sending emails. But is your email communication as effective as it can be? In this episode, I share 7 ways to write better professional emails. These tips and techniques will help you to be more productive, and can make you come across as being more eloquent, more capable and more professional. Woo hoo! Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/284. This has been Episode 284 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You already know that communication skills are beneficial to your success as a leader, as well as to the performance of your team. But what specifically does this look like? In this podcast, discover the 10 communication skills you need to take your leadership (and team) to the next level. Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/282. This has been Episode 282 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT CHRISTINA: I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills. TRAINING PROGRAMS: Want personalised training to take your or your team's communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program: Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops Speaking and keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coachingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm excited to share this 'Best Of' episode, which is one of my personal favourites from the Stand Out Get Noticed podcast back catalogue. ABOUT THE C METHOD: We help ambitious professionals and business leaders achieve higher levels of confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful speaking and communication skills. OUR PROGRAMS: Love the podcast and want more? Join The C Method Academy and get exclusive access to 200+ podcast episodes, monthly Masterclasses, live QandA calls and our support community. Join now https://www.thecmethod.com/join Want to take your development to the next level? Apply for Speak Up and Lead, our small group online coaching program. Next program starts January 2021 https://www.thecmethod.com/groupcoaching Want individual attention and customised training? Enquire about our VIP 1:1 coaching programs https://www.thecmethod.com/coaching/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.