In this episode of Impact Through Voice, I sit down with world‑class speaker, trainer, and entrepreneur Eric Edmeades to dismantle some of the biggest myths about public speaking, confidence and authenticity.
Eric has shared stages with Tony Robbins, Richard Branson, Bill Clinton, and is one of Mindvalley's most highly‑rated speakers and trainers. But he wasn't always confident on stage – in fact, he stayed terrified of public speaking well into his thirties.
Together, we dive into how you can reclaim the powerful voice you were born with, and use it to grow your career, business and influence – whether you're an aspiring speaker, a coach, or a corporate executive.
🔑 In this episode, you'll discover:
Whether you want to command a boardroom, deliver a TEDx talk, or become a highly‑paid professional speaker, this conversation will help you see your voice – and your potential – in a whole new way.
Eric has created a powerful free assessment to help you understand your impact profile – the way you naturally create influence and value as a speaker, leader or coach.
👉 Take the free test here: https://impactdynamics.net
You'll learn:
00:56 – Intro – You were born a great speaker
01:45 – What actually makes a great speaker? (It's not what you think)
02:41 – How school and family teach us to shrink our voice
11:23 – The "I'm so nervous" sympathy trap and why it's NOT authentic
21:10 – Fear, excitement and what your body is really doing on stage
26:52 – What to do when you forget what you were going to say
31:38 – Corporate speaking: why conformity is killing your influence
34:10 – Public speaking as the ultimate career accelerant for executives
39:20 – Stories vs facts: why audiences remember stories
34:31 – The oxygen mask story and how to use stories in corporate talks
45:04 – "Rembrandts in the Attic": how to find your most powerful stories
49:23 – Using AI and a story journal to build your speaking library
57:43 – How to make your audience feel (and why that changes everything)
58:39 – Eric's impact profile test and final words on using your voice
I'm Lisa Hugo, a professional performer turned voice and communication coach, obsessed with helping you find your voice so you can be seen as an authority, grow your business, and build a life on your terms.
If you've reached the end of this episode, it means you're enjoying the show – and that means the world to me.
Keep using your voice to create impact – in your own life, and in the lives of others.