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Visibility Lessons from Professional Speaker Cait Donovan

What if the thing you’re searching for is already sitting beneath you? In this deeply honest and wildly energizing conversation, burnout expert, keynote speaker, and host of Fried: The Burnout Podcast, Cait Donovan joins Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson for a conversation about visibility, burnout, fear, community, and what it really takes to share your voice in a bigger way.  Together, they unpack: -Why your ideas need space to breathe -How burnout often comes from “mismatch” -The hidden treasure chest most people are sitting on -The cure for visibility fear Cait shares powerful stories about leaving her acupuncture career, building a global thought leadership platform, navigating uncertainty as a professional keynote speaker, and discovering that the only real question is: “Is this bringing me closer to match… or closer to mismatch?” This episode is a permission slip for anyone who knows they have something important to say — but keeps waiting for the perfect moment to begin. Spoiler alert: You already have a stage. Ready to be HUGE? I coach extraordinary voices.  I can help you find your mission and message, build your thought-leadership platform, and launch your voice into the world.  I earned the nickname "speaker whisperer" as a conference designer so I created a whole new event to help you get in front of the trail angels who can open doors to bigger stages and broader impact at the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest. The Gathering includes information and inspiration on public speaking and getting seen and a pitch fest...(think Shark Tank!) Come for the learning or raise your hand to pitch the head of all TED conferences, literary and speaker agents, entertainment execs, and more.  Follow me on LinkedIn [www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelynfletcherjohnson].  Sign up for my newsletter [https://jacquelynfletcherjohnson.substack.com/].  Apply for coaching [https://www.jacquelynfletcherjohnson.com/coaching].  Get on the waitlist [https://www.gateway-project.com/] for the next Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest.

How a Panic Attack and an Ask for Help Changed Everything

She was at a conference surrounded by experts in healing. And suddenly… She couldn’t focus. The sounds in the room swelled around her. The lights burned her eyes. And suddenly she knew she couldn't pretend she was okay anymore. So she said four words: “I’m not okay.” And everything changed. In this story, you'll hear a story by Robyn Scherr, Diplomate-certified in CranioSacral Therapy and Certified Master Practitioner and Presenter for the Healing From the Core curriculum. And a conversation with host Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson that explores: -Panic attacks and nervous system overwhelm -Why asking for help feels so hard -Childhood experiences that shape self-reliance -The difference between looking okay and actually being okay -Healing through connection and safe relationships -The sacred power of storyIf this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and send it to someone who needs to find their voice. Because ideas don’t change the world alone. Ideas Love Community. Ready to be HUGE? I coach extraordinary voices.  I can help you find your mission and message, build your thought-leadership platform, and launch your voice into the world.  I earned the nickname "speaker whisperer" as a conference designer so I created a whole new event to help you get in front of the trail angels who can open doors to bigger stages and broader impact at the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest. The Gathering includes information and inspiration on public speaking and getting seen and a pitch fest...(think Shark Tank!) Come for the learning or raise your hand to pitch the head of all TED conferences, literary and speaker agents, entertainment execs, and more.  Follow me on LinkedIn [www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelynfletcherjohnson].  Sign up for my newsletter [https://jacquelynfletcherjohnson.substack.com/].  Apply for coaching [https://www.jacquelynfletcherjohnson.com/coaching].  Get on the waitlist [https://www.gateway-project.com/] for the next Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest.

The Biggest Block to Your Thought Leadership

Your voice is as unique as your fingerprint, but there’s something you’re doing that’s quietly dismantling your ability to express yourself in a one-of-a-kind way. In this powerful Pep Talk, from Ideas Love Community executive coach Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson shares a story that reveals what holds so many of us back from getting on bigger stages, writing that book you keep saying you want to write, or starting a podcast. “You are allowing other people’s vocal fingerprints to influence your own.” It shows a path to reclaiming your voice and your unique way of showing up in the world. If you’ve been comparing yourself, shrinking, or waiting until you “sound right,” this is your reset. It doesn't just end with a nice story, it wraps up with a challenge you can use to find and hone your vocal fingerprint so you can create a space for your thought leadership in a noisy world. If you're a high-achieving leader, speaker, or visionary trying to build your thought-leadership platform, this episode will help you reconnect with your authentic voice, build confidence, and stop comparing yourself to others.  If you find this episode helpful, subscribe, review it, and share it with someone who needs a pep talk.  Ready to be HUGE? I coach extraordinary voices.  I can help you find your mission and message, build your thought-leadership platform, and launch your voice into the world.  I earned the nickname "speaker whisperer" as a conference designer so I created a whole new event to help you get in front of the trail angels who can open doors to bigger stages and broader impact at the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest. The Gathering includes information and inspiration on public speaking and getting seen and a pitch fest...(think Shark Tank!) Come for the learning or raise your hand to pitch the head of all TED conferences, literary and speaker agents, entertainment execs, and more.  Follow me on LinkedIn [www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelynfletcherjohnson].  Sign up for my newsletter [https://jacquelynfletcherjohnson.substack.com/].  Apply for coaching [https://www.jacquelynfletcherjohnson.com/coaching].  Get on the waitlist [https://www.gateway-project.com/] for the next Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest.

How to Speak Up When it Matters

As Tamara Myles prepared to launch her book on meaningful work, she found herself in a moment that many women know too well: She was positioned in way that invalidated her expertise, reduced her contribution, and stripped meaning from her work.  Instead of staying silent, she made a different choice, one that required intention, preparation, and bravery.  Join host Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson and Tamara as they unpack how difficult moments can create positive ripple effects when you get the courage to use your voice. About Tamara Myles  Tamara Myles helps leaders unlock the transformative power of meaning at work. As a speaker, author, professor, and entrepreneur, she specializes in blending the art and science of human flourishing with practical strategies that drive innovation, resilience, and growth. Her mission is simple: to unlock the power of meaningful work to build cultures where people feel connected, challenged, and fulfilled. Tamara is the co-author of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee, a guide for leaders to harness the power of meaning and create thriving workplaces. This book brings together research and actionable strategies to inspire leaders to cultivate meaningful work in every job, at every level of their organization. At Boston College, she teaches future leaders about the science of flourishing organizations, and as a researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, she continues to study how meaningful work drives performance and well-being. Her research—the first rigorous academic study of leadership practices that increase meaning at work—has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, and FastCompany. If this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and send it to someone who needs to find their voice. Because ideas don’t change the world alone. Ideas Love Community. Ready to be HUGE? I coach extraordinary voices.  I can help you find your mission and message, build your thought-leadership platform, and launch your voice into the world.  I earned the nickname "speaker whisperer" as a conference designer so I created a whole new event to help you get in front of the trail angels who can open doors to bigger stages and broader impact at the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest. The Gathering includes information and inspiration on public speaking and getting seen and a pitch fest...(think Shark Tank!) Come for the learning or raise your hand to pitch the head of all TED conferences, literary and speaker agents, entertainment execs, and more.  Follow me on LinkedIn [www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelynfletcherjohnson].  Sign up for my newsletter [https://jacquelynfletcherjohnson.substack.com/].  Apply for coaching [https://www.jacquelynfletcherjohnson.com/coaching].  Get on the waitlist [https://www.gateway-project.com/] for the next Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest.

Press Play Before You Go on Stage: A Pep Talk for Nervous Speakers

This is your go-to pre-stage pep talk for public speaking, executive presence, and overcoming stage fright. If you’re about to step on stage, present in a meeting, or speak in front of an audience, this episode will help you calm your nerves, trust your voice, and step into confidence. Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson, executive coach, speaker whisperer, and visibility accelerator, guides you through a powerful mental reset so you can move from fear to flow. Perfect for: * Public speaking for leaders * Executive presence training * Overcoming fear of public speaking * Building confidence before presentations * Voice and visibility coaching 🎧 Save this and listen before every talk. Key Takeaways:  You are here for a reason. “You have something important to say.” Your voice creates ripple effects. Sound travels, and your words change lives. You are safe to be heard. Let yourself be seen, heard, and experienced. There is no failure on stage. Mistakes don’t interrupt impact, they deepen connection. Trust what’s coming through you. Even if you don’t trust yourself yet, trust the message you're here to share. Your voice can change lives.  Not someday. Not when you're perfect. Now. Save this episode. Come back to it every time you’re about to speak. And if you’re ready to build your confidence, your storytelling, and your presence at a deeper level, apply for a Gateway Coaching Sprint. Your voice is ready. Now it’s time to use it. Ready to be HUGE? I coach extraordinary voices.  I can help you find your mission and message, build your thought-leadership platform, and launch your voice into the world.  I earned the nickname "speaker whisperer" as a conference designer so I created a whole new event to help you get in front of the trail angels who can open doors to bigger stages and broader impact at the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest. The Gathering includes information and inspiration on public speaking and getting seen and a pitch fest...(think Shark Tank!) Come for the learning or raise your hand to pitch the head of all TED conferences, literary and speaker agents, entertainment execs, and more.  Follow me on LinkedIn [www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelynfletcherjohnson].  Sign up for my newsletter [https://jacquelynfletcherjohnson.substack.com/].  Apply for coaching [https://www.jacquelynfletcherjohnson.com/coaching].  Get on the waitlist [https://www.gateway-project.com/] for the next Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest.