Speaking With Confidence

Speaking With Confidence

Are you ready to overcome imposter syndrome and become a powerful communicator? Whether you're preparing for a public presentation, sharpening your communication skills, or looking to elevate your personal and professional development, this podcast is your ultimate resource for powerful communication. The Speaking with Confidence podcast will help tackle the real challenges that hold you back, from conquering stage fright to crafting impactful storytelling and building effective communication habits. Every episode is designed to help you communicate effectively, strengthen your soft skills, and connect with any audience. With expert insights, practical strategies, and relatable examples, you’ll learn how to leave a lasting impression. Whether you're a professional preparing for a high-stakes presentation, a student navigating a public speaking class, or someone simply looking to enhance their interpersonal skills, this podcast has the tools to empower you, all with a bit of humor. Join us each week as we break down what it takes to inspire and influence through communication. It’s time to speak with confidence, captivate your audience, and make your voice heard! Want to be a guest on Speaking With Confidence? Send Tim Newman a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/timnewman

Episodes

Unlocking Powerful Communication in the Age of Virtual Presentations

August 3, 2026 • 75 mins
Have you ever wondered why so many virtual presentations feel flat or why “death by PowerPoint” is still so common, even with all the tools and technology we have? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, we dig into what it really takes to connect with an audience, both in-person and online, and how you can turn your presentations from forgettable to impactful right from the very first minute. My guest for this ep...
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Talk Like You’re Right, Listen Like You’re Wrong: The Key to True Connection

July 30, 2026 • 13 mins
Have you ever walked out of a meeting or conversation certain you nailed your message only to discover later that almost no one actually understood or embraced what you said? In today’s episode, we’re exploring why being technically right or well-prepared isn’t always enough to truly connect, and unlocking the four-letter fix that can flip your communication from performance into genuine connection. I’m Tim...
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Overcoming Cultural Barriers to Confident Communication

July 27, 2026 • 60 mins
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to reinvent yourself in a brand-new culture, and how that experience can transform your confidence and communication? This week on Speaking with Confidence, I dive deep into this question with our incredible guest, Ana Denis, a public speaking and communication coach, TEDx organizer, and the brilliant author behind “Reinvento.” This episode is all about starting over, buildin...
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The Three-Second Move That Boosts Confidence and Calms Any Conversation

July 23, 2026 • 13 mins
Have you ever wondered why absorbing other people’s emotions seems to drain your energy, and yet rarely solves the problem at hand? In today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, we’re diving into the real reason “feeling their pain” might actually be holding you back, and I’m sharing a simple, tactical move that works better and keeps you in control. I’m Tim Newman, your host, a recoveri...
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Building Bridges Across Generations: Leadership and Communication Skills for Lasting Impact

July 20, 2026 • 56 mins
How do we actually bridge the generational gap in communication and empower younger leaders to show up with confidence? That’s exactly what we’re tackling in this episode of Speaking with Confidence. I’m Tim Newman, your host and communication coach, and today we’re diving deep into what it means to lead, learn, and grow not just as professionals, but as people who want to make a positive impact on those ar...
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The Four Shifts Every New Manager Must Make to Succeed

July 16, 2026 • 14 mins
Ever found yourself promoted to a leadership position and suddenly realizing you have no idea how to build authority without losing the respect of your team? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle one of the most challenging transitions you can face at work: moving from peer to manager. I'm Tim Newmana recovering college professor turned communication coachand today we're diving into what really happens when you go ...
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How Dressing Well Boosts Your Confidence and Leadership Perception

July 13, 2026 • 65 mins
How much does the way you dress really impact your confidence and the way others see you? That’s the question we dive into in this episode of Speaking with Confidence. On today’s show, we’re tackling one of the most overlooked yet transformative aspects of communication: your appearance. We often talk about content, delivery, and presence when it comes to confident communication, but what about the impact of what...
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Why Difficulty Is the Filter, Not the Barrier

July 9, 2026 • 14 mins
Have you ever wondered why things never really seem to get easier, no matter how much you improve? Why does every step of progress seem to bring a new kind of challenge? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dig into the real role of difficulty in growth and communication and challenge the myth that hard things are just barriers standing in our way. I’m Tim Newman, a recovering college professor turned communication...
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How Asking Questions Builds True Communication Confidence

July 6, 2026 • 59 mins
What if the secret to real confidence in communication isn’t about having all the right answers, but about asking better questions? Welcome back to Speaking with Confidence! I’m Tim Newman, your host and a recovering college professor turned communication coach. In this episode, we dig deep into the misconception that confidence means certainty and flip the script to show how the best communicators are defined not by w...
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How to Become the Most Influential Person in Any Room in Just 13 Minutes

July 2, 2026 • 16 mins
Have you ever sat through a meeting and wondered why the loudest voice in the room seems to dominate yet rarely drives any real influence? In this episode of Speaking With Confidence, I’ll answer a question that impacts every professional gathering: If it’s not the loudest voice that wins the room, what actually does? I’m Tim Newman, a recovering college professor turned communication coach, and today I’m p...
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Emotional Intelligence in Communication: Tools for Self-Awareness and Confident Speaking

June 29, 2026 • 53 mins
What’s really holding you back from being a confident, impactful communicator could it be less about your words and more about truly understanding yourself? Welcome back to Speaking with Confidence! I’m Tim Newman, and in this episode, we dig deep into the heart of communication not just the techniques and the tips, but the self-awareness that’s at the foundation of how you show up and connect with others. Today,...
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The 21-Day Challenge to Sound Confident and Articulate in Every Conversation

June 25, 2026 • 17 mins
Have you ever wondered how some people seem effortlessly articulate, making every word count, while others struggle to get their point across? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I break down exactly what it takes to become that person the one others listen to, respect, and remember by following a simple 21-day system. I'm Tim Newman, a recovering college professor turned communication coach, and I'm on a mission to help ...
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Finding Your True Voice: The Power of Vocal Congruence and Self-Acceptance

June 22, 2026 • 53 mins
What if the way you sound matters just as much if not more than the words you say? We often believe that effective communication starts and ends with content, but in today’s episode, we dig beneath the surface: how can aligning your voice with your authentic self change the way you connect with others? I’m Tim Newman, and this week on Speaking with Confidence, I invited Wolfe Lanier to join me for a truly eye-opening c...
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Speak Like a CEO: Simple, Concise, and Confident Communication That Gets Results

June 18, 2026 • 16 mins
Are you making your message clear or just making it longer? In today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the most common myths in professional communication: that sounding like a CEO means drowning in buzzwords and complex sentences. In reality, the strongest leaders use a different formula: simplicity, conciseness, and real confidence. I’m Tim Newman, your host for Speaking with Confidence. As a former college prof...
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Escaping Comfort: How Survival, Communication, and Leadership Shape Success with Said Eshaghi

June 15, 2026 • 83 mins
What if the comfort you feel isn’t a sign you’re doing things right, but a warning that you’ve started losing ground? In this week’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, we dig deep into the real meaning of comfort and the high cost it can carry through the extraordinary journey of my guest, Said Eshaghi. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a rut or held back by a life that feels “just comfort...
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Three Powerful Phrases to Instantly Shut Down Disrespectful Coworkers

June 11, 2026 • 17 mins
Ever walked out of a meeting replaying the moment you got interrupted or worse, wondered if there’s anything you could have done differently? If you’ve ever felt powerless in those situations, you’re not alone, and today’s episode is here to give you specific tools to reset those dynamics immediately. This week on Speaking with Confidence, I’m tackling a scenario many of us know all too well: a cowork...
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Unlocking the Hidden Clues to Your Purpose: Spirit, Soul, and Body Connections

June 8, 2026 • 48 mins
Have you ever wondered if you’re missing the clues that are pointing you to your true purpose? On this episode of Speaking with Confidence, we tackle one of the most important questions anyone can ask: What if your unique design isn’t something you have to invent, but something that’s already waiting to be discovered in the signals of everyday life? I’m Tim Newman, and today we dig deep into the art and sci...
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How to Give Honest Feedback Without Eroding Trust

June 4, 2026 • 15 mins
Have you ever wondered if the classic “sandwich method” for delivering feedback (compliment, criticism, compliment) actually works, or if it’s causing more harm than good? In today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, we’re tackling a management myth that’s been passed down for generations, but quietly erodes trust and sours relationships in the workplace. I’m Tim Newman, a former colleg...
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Building Trust, Winning Work: Mastering Soft Skills for Professional Success

June 1, 2026 • 50 mins
How can technically brilliant professionals turn their expertise into influence and success in the workplace? That's the question we dive into on this episode of Speaking with Confidence. I’m Tim Newman, a former college professor who’s become a communication coach, and I know from experience that technical skills will get you hired, but communication is what gets you noticed and promoted. We see too many talented peopl...
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The Secret Technique Confident Speakers Use to Connect

May 28, 2026 • 13 mins
Have you ever wondered why some presentations are instantly forgettable while others stay with you for weeks, even months? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dig into the surprising science and strategies behind messages that stick, and how the secret might just be your story, not your slides. I’m Tim Newman, recovering college professor turned communication coach, and today I want to shatter a misconception: tha...
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