What if I told you that your posture could shape your future?

In today’s episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I’m joined by Ben J. Munday, speaker, coach, and public speaking mentor to explore the power of physicality, confidence, and connection.

Ben’s approach to leadership and communication bridges the physical, mental, and emotional. Through his work with organizations and as VP of Education for Berlin’s leading public speaking group, he helps leaders turn self-awareness into influence.

In this conversation, we dive into how your energy introduces you before you speak, the hidden language of confidence, and how to connect authentically with any audience from boardrooms to TEDx stages.

💡 What You’ll Learn

• How to align your body language with your message

• Why confidence is physical, not just mental

• The biggest mistakes leaders make when communicating

• Tools to adapt your tone and energy for any audience

• How to build stronger emotional connection through presence

• The secret to overcoming imposter syndrome

• Why “practice, practice, practice” is the real key to success

Ben J. Munday is a speaker, coach, and emcee who’s hosted and delivered keynotes alongside thought leaders like Michelle Obama and Erin Meyer. Drawing from years of work in corporate fashion, somatic coaching, and public speaking, Ben helps people transform their communication from transactional to transformational.

📍 Learn more at benjmunday.com

⏱️ In This Episode

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

01:40 – The Three Dimensions: Body, Mind & Emotion

02:30 – Your Energy Introduces You Before You Speak

05:00 – The Most Common Leadership Communication Mistakes

07:45 – How to Master Non-Verbal Communication

10:10 – Open Body Language: Building Instant Connection

13:00 – How to Read and Match the Room

17:00 – Lessons from Hosting Major Global Events

19:00 – Confidence and the Power of Posture

23:00 – How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome Physically

25:00 – Why Communication Is the Ultimate Growth Strategy

29:00 – The #1 Skill That Changes Your Life: Connection

32:00 – Preparing for Diverse Audiences as a Speaker

35:00 – End Messages

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