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March 10, 2025 31 mins

Are you tired of feeling awkward and unprepared when you're in front of a camera or microphone? Knowing how to present yourself effectively can make the difference between blending into the background and standing out as a confident expert. Media training is no longer just for TV personalities—it's an essential skill for hosting or guesting on podcasts, even video marketing, reels and shorts! 

In this episode, media expert Paula Rizzo breaks down the critical elements of presenting yourself with polish and purpose, from managing your background and body language to crafting compelling sound bites that capture your audience's attention. By the end of this conversation, you'll have practical, actionable strategies to transform your on-camera presence and communicate with clarity, confidence, and charisma.

 

*Taste of what you’ll learn:*

  • The ‘accordion method’ to hook listeners and make hosts beg to have you back

  • Practical preparation strategies to do before your next podcast interview 

  • How to command attention before saying a word - visual tricks that scream "expert" before you even speak

  • Techniques to project power, passion, and persuasion with every single word

  • Why virtual backgrounds could be killing your credibility and sabotaging your brand

  • How strategic pauses can make your message unforgettable and keep the audience hanging on every word

 

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