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February 17, 2025 45 mins

In this insightful episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall and guest Mahlena-Rae Johnson explore the unique strengths that introverts bring to public speaking. Mahlena-Rae, an accomplished speaker, comedian, and author, shares her journey from a shy student to a dynamic presentation coach for introverted CEOs.

You'll learn practical strategies to harness your introverted superpowers in public speaking, from preparation techniques to embracing imperfection. Discover how even those with stage fright can captivate an audience by leveraging their natural strengths.

This episode is a must-listen for introverts looking to master the art of public speaking and for anyone interested in understanding how introverted qualities can be turned into powerful strengths. Tune in to learn how you can present to the world in a way that aligns with your natural abilities and achieves your goals.

And be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/211

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Speaker, comedian, and 6-time author Mahlena-Rae Johnson is Professor X for Introverted Edtech CEOs with Stage Fright. She has consistently taught leaders how to hone superpowers of public speaking for over 2 decades. Mahlena has been featured on CBC Kids, The Great Canadian Woman Podcast, BusinessBecause, and more.

Mahlena's Website: MahlenaSpeaks.blogspot.com

Get Mahlena's New Book: Speak Anyway: A Public Speaking Guide for Introverted CEO's with Stage Fright

Socials: LinkedIn | Bluesky

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Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:

David Hall

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