Improving Your Speaking Ability Can Positively Impact Your Career | Vanessa Bukasa 

Tips for public speaking 1. Deep breaths 2. Have a service mind's 3. Preparation (be prepared) 4. Embrace being a beginner 5. Start your kids off early (for parents) Tools to help you 1. Confidence (do what you said you'd do) 2. Books 3. Start small, but think big 4. RU-vid

I was actually praying this morning that God i need to able to communicate effectively,i am required to speak on a daily basis and i just feel dumb ,i get so nervous i lose my train of thought. this is really great thank you

"You need to allow yourself to be small before you can be big"... I love what you said here🙌👌❤

I secretly love public speaking, I love people who speak with confidence. However, I’m afraid of speaking

I really love how you all listen and speak. No one is speaking while the other speaks. It's very elegant. Loved this conversation.

Aaah, this is a very interesting conversation. I remember that before 2020, I was in corporate, and I struggled so much because I was just not confident. I was so frustrated at the time I even started therapy, and the therapist coached me into public speaking. At the time, I wanted to enter academia as a lecturer, but I couldn't speak. I took public speaking courses during COVID-19. It was the best thing I have ever done for myself. I am now in academia, growing so much, and all of this happened in less than 3 years. I am that girl now in meetings. 😜

Vanessa, my Goodness. I was with her on a Leadership program and she stood out because of this exactly🎉, lovely to see her here again. She truly lives what she says.

Such an important conversation. Had a terrible experience during my internship because I just was not asserting myself at all! In meetings I’d just keep quiet and only raise concerns/questions to the person afterwards. I became invisible and overlooked. My work was brilliant but I couldn’t sell it and I suffered the consequences. I’m thankful that I am at the beginning of my career and have the grace of time to attend to the issue and work on it now before I suffer the consequences.

I just realized that I need to upskill my son while he's still young. He gets tongue tied a lot and people are impatient with him but he's so smart. I have always been confident and therefore never struggle with standing out so much so that I used to get annoyed with myself for it because why am I always given extra (non paying) responsibilities at work. I will leverage on it going forward. Thank you for this

Thank you so much for the conversation! I grew up being such a shy and timid person. Never did I imagine myself in spaces where I needed to show the bravery of an activist and voice out my opinions. My career as an intern gave me the platform to interact more with people; and instantly my personality changed completely once I started. I love conversation and hosting topics of interest. I don't mind sharing what's on my mind regardless of how stupid it may be to the next person. I believe the more you interact; the easier communication becomes. I am simply a confident introvert, all attributed to challenging myself to speak out.

I'm a Venda lady and it's natural for me to always use English because not a lot of people know Tshivenda. I've been ridiculed and hated a LOT for speaking English and speaking up at work and at school. Whether we like it or not, English is the medium of communication in any professional setting. If you don't k now the language, don't hate those who do, they can teach you if you ask nicely :)

The interviewer asked such beautiful questions to which the guest speaker gave brilliant answers.

Speaking and being able to speak well is an important skill. From being able to present yourself to a stranger to a potential partner or presenting yourself in a professional environment.

“Representing yourself in every engagement “thank you for that

I'm a Financial Analyst, I am completely aligned with everything the guest is saying... I'm having the exact experience.... I mean exact!!! Thanks for this conversation.

I applied the tips today in my monthly finance review meeting! It worked. It works!!! Especially the part about focusing on service, not "Am I sounding right". I also forced myself to speak up more, it was terrifying but I did it!! Thank you so much. From Zimbabwe

I haven’t finished the video yet, but this one thing really stood out. I’m focused on do I look okay? Do I sound okay? While the audience is focused on “What is in this for me? What information applies to me? Wow. That’s super helpful.

The topic of 'public speaking' has been on my mind. The video couldn't have come at a better time. Thank you for such great content

Am Esther from Lagos Nigeria, and i attended an interview with a Chinese company here in and i was interviewed by two Chinese representatives and at the end i wasn't offered the job, but i came out confidently knowing that i gave it my all, and that probability they thought the salary might not be ok for me because i already worked for 2 years in Dubai UAE and is actually in my resume 😂😂😂😂😂 Even though i later removed my Dubai work experience so people won't be intimidated by it and actually give me the work because i really need it.😅 Thanks for that topic ❤

I’ve recently come to the space of speaking more in church and I want to grow further in my delivery and confidence,all these tips were so helpful .Thank you😊

This was dope. I'm beginning to face my fear of speaking in large groups confidently

This lady indeed, is a good public speaker. She speaks very articulately and avoids many bad speech mannerisms.

I'm confident when I talk but sometimes English data bundles run out and I start mumbling 😂😂😂😂😂geez I hate those moment. This is when I wish I had A+ education and public speaking platform at an early age

preparedness helps a lot, it sounds small but write down everything prior to the meeting so you don't off-ramp.

This is the best message I had to hear, we get to work and don’t speak in meetings and complain about the people that speak the most, very bad habit, instead of complaining start learning his to speak in meetings because the people who speak more gets more recognised.

Ladies, this is so in season. I recently had a really close loved one pass and was asked to speak at her funeral. I was terrified. I can't even explain how terrified I was. Really, it wasn't the speaking itself that terrified me, I was nervous about people knowing that I am nervous. My voice also starts shaking and my hands tremble when I'm nervous so my fears were that people would see that and know I'm scared. And I didn't know what to do to make it stop. If I knew how to do that, I think public speaking would scare me less. Anyways, I didn't do the speech because the mics weren't working and I was worried that I wouldn't be heard. It felt very childish to be so afraid to do something that it stops you from doing something that matters more. I left feeling like I need to sort this out, ngeke. Otherwise I'll be limited in my ability to show up for my loved ones.

Great conversation. Your guest was down to earth...natural, sincere and honest with her content delivery.😊

What an insightful conversation! 🎙 Vanessa's journey from accountant to public speaking coach showcases the transformative power of effective communication in both career growth and personal development.

As a mother, this meant the most for me and it is now shaping my own life. Thank you❤

This was such an amazing interview! The interviewer asked such great questions and the interviewee spoke and answered with so much confidence. I've even decided to take up public speaking coaching!!! I'm so glad I came across this page... please more content like this!!!

The host is so beautiful and glowing

This was such a pleasure to listen to some reminders and new gems - Toastmaster was also key for my public speaking journey . Cheer ladies

My colleagues and friends will describe me as a knowledgeble and very well spoken person. and I 'm aware of it myself. But everytime I get an enterview, I feel nervous and my voice shakes and when I don't get that opportunity I feel is just about me. Thank you so much for giving those tips and I believe that I'll get a new breakthrough

I am a Business Analyst. Speaking is what i should do in a daily basis. But i still fear this is helpful

Thank you for asking her for more practical tips. And also sharing that you used to shake. Seeing this confident version of you is very inspiring Ursula

Thank you so much for this. I STRUGGLE with this, and think that’s what has been such a blocker in my career. I even shake as well.

I came to learn this the hard way. Yes, your work will speak for you to a point but after that, you must speak out. Your presence must be felt. The most mediocre motor mouths move up the ladder because they have a way with words. They speak even when they really don’t have to. In the end, they get noticed and are usually in line for that promotion.

For every action there is always a reaction that Public Speaking...start /act on it .I am public speaker trained from early ages from of high school, by the use of platform like debate and public speaking group...representing my school

I used to love speaking publicly but I don’t know what happened. I can’t even do interviews now.. I’m glad I stumbled upon this video. ❤

Oh my goodness! This is quite an intriguing topic. I used to have stage fright and guess what? My first job involved a lot of speaking to large groups....worst 3 months of my career and also the best teacher😅

Love this hairstyle on you Ursula!!!

❤ In my point of view, public speaking is not only transfering knowledge but also transfering energy to audients. Am I right? ❤

I love this headline! I instantly clicked into it and liked because i know I am in for a treat!

I’m coming more vocal about being interested in public speaking ❤️ it’s been a secret of mind for many years.

I needed to hear this, thank you so much. Living in South Africa as a teacher, I would conduct workshops for teachers by teachers. God has been telling me to do one at the school I’m currently at in Angola because of the exact words you have highlighted in the conversation, I felt perhaps I won’t be able to conduct it as good because now I’m at international school and all these other excuses I was making in my head. Watching this is giving me courage. Thank you for allowing God to use you to speak to me.

I really loved this episode. As a passionate public speaker, I do believe that voicing it out professionally gets you to another level. However, this works out in companies where there is a solid culture for its Human capital. Sometimes confidently articulating some issues or suggestions in some companies can land differently to a company that doesn't have a culture of growth. However this was enjoyable

This is really awesome. I have struggled a lot with public speaking. At the same time,I have been applauded for sharing critical ideas. I am really motivated to learn public speaking. I know it will impact my life positively.

I love this so much, especially how you're all listening and speaking fluently.

First time ever coming across this channel, I was drawn by the title. I absolutely enjoyed the episode. what I learnt is that , it ok to allow yourself to be a beginner, learning any skill is a marathon, not a sprint.

This is such a lovely interaction and you ladies articulated the importance of finding your voice beautifully.

Brilliant advice from a brilliant mind. The first time I met Vanessa as ABSA, she was speaking in public and that is how I was introduced to her brilliance. Never would I have thought that public speaking was a challenge.

I will forever be greatful to my Zimbabwean friends who loved & embrace me....helped me with my language skills especially developing my English. Whenever I walk into a boardroom with the executives I hold my head up high and speak up when necessary...@ 1st it was hard they couldn't understand until they got to know me better together with my background of going to just black schools with Bantu Education where everything is taught in Venec😂 now we are here I'm forever greatful to them & my late baby daddy shame❤

I did public speaking in high school and I took some public speaking classes back in varsity but now in the work place I get so nervous to speak especially as a junior at work and I am a really good speaker. I will say through with time and volunteering to take speaking engagements I am getting better. Thank you for this conversation. My takeaway is breathing exercise

Do not despise the days of a little beginning. You are doing great

Brilliant pocast👌🏾! Clear, informative, relevant and shared with such simplicity. Thank you🙏🏽🙌🏾

Vanessa has herself a new client. I surely need the coaching. So much so, I beg everyone to not ask me to speak in public. I am a good storyteller /narattor however, my voice be shaking like i am in Alaska wearing a bikini. I will ugly cry if you make me stand infront of an audience. The fact that i have to speak and everyone must listeb to me??? I'd run.

They looked so down to earth . Thank you

As a speaking coach I loved this conversation! I really also respect Vanessa’s work, and I love the show nje as a whole ❤️! Excellent value ladies, thank you, viewers are in for a treat!

Vanessa is such an eloquent speaker.. And this was a beautiful sit down ladies♡♡.. Truly enjoyed and I'm just going to take a chance on me( I mean whats the worse that could happen😅)

Great conversation and an eye opener for me,I really need to get ahead in life so public speaking is a must have tool..I hear you.I love the way you are in sync no one is interrupting the other....plus the host is soo beautiful..the smile is heavenly..cheeeiii 😊😊

Good Communication is the best skill an individual can possess. Most leaders are not really good at the job. They are just good in communicating and relating with people

I swear this must be the Universe speaking to me to get out of my comfort zone. I am very grateful to have come across this Channel, I have gained very valuable insight. Yal have just gained a subscriber!

Very insightful, thank you ladies!

I absolutely, absolutely thank you 😊

Great topic, I'm also interested to know why sometimes as Black Africans( not everyone)we struggle with articulation and expressing ourselves, I've seen this alot in cooperate and personally I still struggle with this alot.

Viewing from Nigeria 🇳🇬.... This video came timely for me, Thank you so much 🙇🏽‍♀️🙇🏽‍♀️. I really took note of a lot of things

Thank you very much for the topic & points made. It is so relevant and fruitful. Will share this with the team I work with. Much appreciated ❤❤❤

Absolutely brilliant, ladies!!❤❤

love this. Thank you for these great insights

Thank you for this episode. I really love it

This was great and I looooove the host and the guest speaker was great! Thank you for sharing and I just followed you on TT.

So brilliant. Very helpful indeed

Thank you very much for this very enlightening and insightful conversation. 'Visibility is on you' - so deep.

Informative and intentional talk for personal development. Great one indeed.Thanks

This was just so very informative and helpful! Thank you so much!

I love it here. You all speak and present yourselves gracefully. Kudos

This was beautiful thank you ladies I loved the conversation.

Very important conversation. Thank you guys

Thank you for creating this podcasts .

Wooow! I just stumbled upon this channel! Did i like it here, awww absolutely!!.I'm camping here, this topic made me camp and I've fallen in love with your channel and with you madam! O montle Sisi❤ ijoo well articulated, your voice!God bless ❤🙏🏾

Thanks for this message

I'm literally in love with Ursula😭

Service minded and deep Breath I love both of them thankyou Alot

You are wonderful.

This was so insightful and wholesome. Thank you ladies for tackling this topic with so much grace! Truly enjoyed it and it's authenticity ❤

Thank you

Thank you ladies. I admit i have been suffering from lack of confidence when it comes to public speaking and any time iam given a chance in a function i always judge myself afterwards and look more into the messes rrather than the rights. This is so helpful, iam going to implement most of your shares especially that one of forgiving myself first. I will consider a coach probably. And you are all so beautiful

I'm literally in the learning loop. Looking forward to doing more with my knowledge.

I don’t watch female podcasts. But I just learned something a lot and subscribed ✊🏽

Waow this is amazing 🙌🏾🙌🏾. Thank you so much for this amazing advice. I highly needed this.

I am required to speak on a daily basis, I'm in sales but I'm not confident overall in speaking up when it comes to meetings.

Great ideas and insights from the lovely Vanessa, our gorgeous host(Ursula), and the third speaker whom the camera person did a very unfair/ biased thing by not showing her the whole time (unless she was the one filming)!

Lovely conversation, thank you❤

I can’t stop watching this video, thanks for sharing all the tips in a simple way on public speaking👌👌👌

This video has open my mind up, especially the parent training - in a household where elders opinion are more loud compared to yours you can fill small in your own world which effects your development but this really give me an advice to forgive my current and previous self in communication. Knowing that I am normal and not the only one going through this yet working on my articulation - the more practice the more competent and the more confident I become.

So fruitful , thank you

Thank you,❤ I loved every bit of the conversation Have learnt alot

✨👏🏾🙌🏾Great episode ladies Thank you

She was the bomb! bring her back again soon 🥰

Great tips.thanks