I get paralyzing fear when it comes to speaking up on video calls. I would normally get a bit nervous in public speaking in person, but for whatever reason when I’m speaking into a microphone on a zoom call I just start internally freaking out and my voice gets shaky. Would really appreciate some advice because it makes me feel like there is something wrong with me 😕

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I used to be this way when I was starting out. For me I realized that my fear was actually from potentially being wrong or saying something that others would disagree with. My coach/mentor helped motivate me to speak up after talking about this because he knew how knowledgeable I was on the subject. If you know your stuff and did your homework, there’s nothing to be scared of! Even if your are wrong, that’s totally fine. Just take a deep breath and own the room (zoom)

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Take off self view?

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Stand up and stretch before the call. Take deep breathes and relax your body. Physical movements can help a lot.

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Be brave and find opportunities to do it more often. I was like that too, but after a few times it got much much better!

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I've got a stutter so this video call pandemic has been hell for me too. I find that looking just above the camera helps, taking deep breaths before I speak, and just accepting the fact that everyone hates talking on video has helped me.

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I find this much easier given that it's easier to ignore how many people may be listening. Force yourself to avoid looking at how many people are in the call. For all you know, it's just 15 people you already know and have a relationship with who want to hear what you have to say because they know you're a solid contributor. It also helps to have prepared notes to refer to just off screen so you can focus on delivering that and further ignoring who may be listening.

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I like this, thank you—definitely taking this advice.

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Read some Brené Brown. And also remind yourself that you’re in the role for a reason. And don’t care so much about what you’re saying. We all make mistakes and participating shows that you’re making an effort. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself

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