What Happens When Professionalism Holds You Back? Explained inside and how to fix it.

The Hidden Cost of Professionalism: Embracing Authenticity as a Professional Speaker Summary In this episode of Present Influence, John Ball explores how some concepts of professionalism can hinder the effectiveness of professional speakers. He delves into the importance of authenticity and individuality, explaining how holding back personal stories and characteristics can limit one's impact. Drawing on recent experiences, including a storytelling event and interviews with guests like Judy Carter and Danny Brassell, John shares a personal revelation about embracing his identity and the importance of being unapologetic for who you are. He encourages listeners to step away from commonly accepted professional archetypes and engage more deeply and authentically with their audiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Pitfalls of Professionalism 00:56 Breaking the Mould: Embracing Individuality in Corporate Settings 02:48 Personal Revelations: The Power of Vulnerability 08:07 Owning Your Story: The Importance of Authenticity 18:17 Conclusion: Embrace Your Full Self Go to presentinfluence.com to take the Speaker Strengths Finder and discover your greatest strengths as a speaker, plus where to focus for growth. For speaking enquiries or to connect with me, you can email john@presentinfluence.com or find me on LinkedIn Thanks for listening, and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.