# @alisonshamir on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqpg7o3srki
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- **Posted:** 2023-04-05T09:00:43.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Alison Shamir✨Imposter Syndrome Expert & International Speaker (@alisonshamir) — https://gondola.cc/alisonshamir

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I often get asked - do I get nervous before a big talk? ⁠
And the answer is YES, absolutely😊 ⁠
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And recently for #iwd2023 I had the pleasure of speaking at the Sydney Opera House for the first time. Thank you JCDecaux Australia and Independent Media Agencies Australia (IMMA) for the invitation.⁠

It was such a beautiful moment and an incredible event! and I certainly had butterflies. ⁠
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⚠️ The secret is not stopping the nervous energy but instead channeling it for good: ⁠
✨ Utilising positive self-talk⁠
🧘‍♀️ Breathing techniques ⁠
🔥 Voice and facial warm-ups (which help me get centered and “in the zone”) ⁠
🫂 But most importantly i focus on the AUDIENCE and not myself. 
I focus on what will bring them value. 
The fact I am there to serve them. 
The fact I have some information I believe can help them and empower them. 
I focus on how privileged I am to be able to step on stage and speak to them. And I share my gratitude for that. What a wonderful opportunity that I have to be with them all. And I find this so calming.⁠
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For those experiencing Imposter Syndrome, public speaking can be quite terrifying because that's when you'll tell yourself "they will finally find out the truth about me."⁠
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But the truth is: ⁠
✨ You're worth it⁠
👀 People want to hear what you've got to share⁠
💕 You bring so much value to the conversation ⁠
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Public speaking is a LEARNED skill and you will be able to hop on whatever stage you desire once you gain control of the Imposter Syndrome.⁠
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How do you get in the zone before an event or important meeting? 👇 Let's bounce ideas on how to channel our nerves into positive energy that serves both our audience and us⚡⁠
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#AlisonShamir #ConquerYourImposter #ImposterSyndrome #ImpostorSyndrome #PublicSpeaking #keynotespeaker #femalespeaker

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