In this episode, Kelly Kaye Walker brings her expertise to the table with a live speech evaluation of health empowerment coach Jen Kitterman. Connect with Jen at jenkitterman.com
Jen shares her transformative journey of gaining confidence and achieving personal goals, while Kelly provides invaluable feedback on stage presence, audience engagement, and the art of vulnerability.
Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or just starting out, you’ll find actionable tips to elevate your speaking game.
HIGHLIGHTS
Jen’s Story: How she overcame fear, embraced vulnerability, and found confidence to transform her health and life.
Audience Connection: Mastering interactive techniques to engage and inspire.
Practical Feedback: Real-time coaching on body language, stage geography, and creating a polished presence.
Confidence in Action: Why discomfort is the secret to growth and how to make it your compass.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Own Your Space: Practice intentional stage geography—move with purpose to enhance your storytelling.
Body Language Tips: Keep hand gestures expressive and avoid keeping elbows glued to your sides.
Be Relatable: Vulnerability, like Jen’s personal video, builds trust and connection with your audience.
Power of the Pause: Pause intentionally for impact, giving your audience time to reflect.
Visual Simplicity: Use minimal slides with personal photos instead of stock images for authenticity.
Engage Authentically: Use clear, kind instructions for audience participation to avoid discomfort.
MEMORABLE MOMENTS
00:05 – Introduction to Jen Kitterman and her health empowerment journey.
00:33 – Jen’s speech: How she transformed her confidence.
02:00 – Kelly’s feedback on engagement and opening energy.
06:45 – The power of vulnerability: Sharing an emotional wake-up call.
12:10 – Feedback on stage geography and body language.
18:30 – Audience activities: Journaling and sharing goals.
22:40 – Reducing filler words: Strategies for polished delivery.
29:15 – The art of pausing for maximum impact.
33:00 – Highlighting confidence as a journey, not a destination.
40:15 – Closing remarks and final tips for success.
Quotable Quotes
"Discomfort is my compass. When I feel resistance, I know I’m on the path to growth."
"Once I commit, I will not quit."
"Confidence is the power to have whatever you want in life."
TOOLS FOR GROWTH
Join Toastmasters: Improve your speaking skills and get real-time feedback.
Practice Stage Geography: Incorporate purposeful movements into your rehearsals.
Engage with Intention: Start audience activities with clear instructions to create a safe and fun environment.
Download Kelly's free workbook to help you find the stories from your life that would make a great speech at https://www.speakingcoachkelly.com/workbook
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