[COMMUNICATION MASTERY] Ep. 479 Elevating Confidence, Authenticity, & Presence with Nausheen Chen

About this episode

Nausheen Chen discusses building confidence and authenticity in public speaking.

This episode features Nausheen Chen, a three-time TEDx speaker and communication coach, in a powerful conversation on building confidence, authenticity, and presence in public speaking. She shares how to move beyond "autopilot speaking" through intentional use of pitch, pacing, and gestures, helping speakers connect more deeply with their audiences. Ash and Nausheen discuss how true confidence starts within, by challenging limiting beliefs, building self-trust, and preparing intentionally before speaking. They explore practical strategies for thought leadership, paid speaking, and overcoming common pitfalls like filler words. They also touch on the psychology of speaking, especially for introverts, and the importance of experimenting with personal style. Nausheen shares how to stay calm in unexpected moments and manage the emotional energy of powerful performances. Whether on stage or in a meeting, this episode offers tools to elevate your voice and presence. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How to break free from autopilot speaking habits. Why inner confidence is the foundation of great communication. Practical techniques to improve pitch, pacing, and body language. How to…

People in this episode

Host: Ashley Stahl

Guest: Nausheen Chen

Topics covered

• communication
• confidence
• public speaking
• authenticity
• presence
• thought leadership

Keywords

• public speaking
• confidence
• authenticity
• communication coach
• TEDx
• performance anxiety
• body language

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: TEDx

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