Speaking and Communicating Podcast

How do you build confidence in public speaking?How do you become a confident public speaker?Mike Acker is a keynote speaker, author, TEDx Seattle coach, and executive and communication coach with over twenty years of experience in speaking, leadership development, and organizational management. Known for his authenticity, humor, and engaging presence, Mike specializes in fostering personal and organizational awareness, allowing clients to create their own personal growth track. His approach is earnest, informed, and holistic, leading to a more satisfying balance in work and life. His expertise in communications and leadership has attracted politicians, business entrepreneurs, educational leaders, and executive managers. As an executive & communication coach, bestselling author, and speaker he has helped over five hundred clients from companies and organizations like Microsoft, ADOBE, INOAPPS, Phusion Projects, AVER, UMASS, Dallas International School, IMF, and others. Together we work to develop confidence in their leadership and communication, in order to deliver incredible presentations to influence their audiences.Growing up in Mexico helped Mike gain confidence in a multicultural setting, as he overcame many challenges to learn leadership and fluency in Spanish. He moved to the United States for university and achieved high ranks in Debate Nationals against opponents from Stanford and Harvard, among other colleges. After graduation, his experience in speaking, organizational management, and leadership dynamics helped him provide insight and direction to clients from all walks of life. He is additionally certified by the John Maxwell team.Mike is the Chairman of the Board for an international non-profit, which lifts kids out of poverty in Senegal and Mexico.He also enjoys wake surfing, building Legos with his son Paxton, and going on dates with his wife Taylor. Listen as Mike shares:- what it felt like to have a speech impediment- 'practice vs proclivity' in becoming a phenomenal speaker- how identities are created through communication- the imagined fears of public speaking- the impact of the labels you put on yourself as a public speaker- why pausing is so important in public speaking- where you can practice public speaking- communication skills that are crucial to sales success- 'impressing' vs 'impacting' your audience- the relationship between leadership and communication skills- why businesses still can't nail effective communication ...and so much more!Connect with Mike:Website: https://www.mikeacker.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeackerdotcom/Additional Resources:'Speak With Confidence' by Mike Acker and all his other publications!"How To Build Confidence For Public Speaking" w/ Susanna LahteelaFeel free to reach out on:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-become-a-confident-public-speaker-w-mike-acker/id1614151066?i=1000600579264Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2rpCvSCF09VbrpqZprEYgYYouTube: https://youtu.be/nECp1LCs5yA