In this episode of The Tap, Wes and Julian tackle one of the biggest obstacles to smartphone video success: presenting on camera. They share their personal journeys, practical mindset shifts, and why authenticity—not perfection—is what builds trust and connection with your audience today.

• Mindset shift: Why confidence grows with practice—not talent
• Overcoming playback shock: Why we all dislike our first videos (and why it’s normal)
• Authenticity wins: Why modern audiences prefer natural communication over polished performance
• Low-risk practice ideas: 60-second intro videos, Instagram Stories, and email signature videos
• Energy tips: Amp up just a little for camera presence
• Smiling and connection: The easiest way to build rapport on video
• Imposter syndrome: Why your unique voice matters—even if you think “everyone already knows this”

In this episode, we cover:

• 00:00 Introduction and topic overview
• 01:30 Julian’s journey from hiding behind the camera to presenting on camera
• 04:00 Why playback feels confronting—and how to desensitize yourself
• 06:00 Why your imperfections make you relatable (and trustworthy!)
• 08:30 Low-risk practice suggestions: small daily videos and email signature videos
• 11:00 Wes’s Instagram Stories practice routine and how repetition builds ease
• 14:00 Energy, smiling, and building trust through warmth
• 17:00 The invisible “glass wall”: how to push energy slightly through the lens
• 19:00 Why most barriers are in your head—not in your ability
• 22:00 Imposter syndrome: understanding that *someone* needs to hear your voice
• 24:00 Final advice: practice, repetition, and embracing imperfection

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This episode was originally part of the Smartphone Video Podcast with Julian Mather. Julian is now an accomplished motivational speaker — learn more at julianmather.com. He has passed the reins of this podcast to Tap Edit Go to continue the mission, bringing you fresh episodes and new guests.