Ep 4 | Have you ever felt your heart racing and your mind going blank the moment you had to speak in front of a group? In this episode, I’m sharing my real-life experiences as I break free from those nerve-wracking moments and learn to speak with clarity and confidence. I’m documenting each step, from joining small speaking workshops to testing simple yet powerful techniques like storytelling and visualization—even what happens when you freeze or ramble! If you’ve ever fumbled for words or worried that you’ll never be spontaneous on stage, this is the episode you need to hear right now.

Topics Discussed

• Why I decided it was finally time to stop watching from the sidelines and start speaking up in person
• Learning in small groups vs 1:1 and what that’s done for my confidence
• Real mistakes I made and what I’m doing to get better
• How to use positive feedback at the right stage to fuel your progress
• Building a routine through practice
• Starting with imperfect small steps instead of waiting for confidence

If you’re ready to get out of your head and into the room, join me and let’s grow together, one brave moment at a time. This is your permission to practice out loud, make mistakes, and keep showing up. Every uncomfortable moment is proof you’re growing.

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Do you have an idea for a podcast but feel stuck because you don’t know where to start or what to even talk about? I’ve been there. In this episode, I share the exact moment everything “clicked” for me and how I created my new five-step V.O.I.C.E. Framework that you can use right away.

You already have a voice, it's time to use it. Whether you’re recording your first episode or your hundredth, remember: done is better than perfect.

Press record, show up as you are, and step into your voice.

Topics Discussed:

• The story behind creating the V.O.I.C.E. Framework
• How decisions and momentum create alignment in business
• The power of clarity before starting a podcast
• Why defining your ideal listener matters more than downloads
• The five pillars of the V.O.I.C.E. Framework
• Why you shouldn’t wait for the “perfect” plan to launch
• The reminder that your voice is your most powerful tool

Resources Mentioned:

• Recommended equipment: Blue Yeti microphone, camera
• Recording platform: SquadCast
• Editing platform: Descript
• Hosting platform: Buzzsprout

*Disclosure: These resources contain affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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Have you ever waited so long to start something that you almost talked yourself out of it? That was me… until I realized that if I didn’t take action now, I might never do it. In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my messy but honest podcast launch after years of waiting. I share what it really looked like to launch my podcast without a perfect plan, how I got past the fear of not being ready, and the lessons I learned about momentum, identity, and imperfect action. If you’ve been waiting for the “right” time to start your podcast, this is your reminder that now is the time.

• Sometimes you don’t need the perfect plan to finally hit “publish”
• How perfectionism almost stopped me from releasing my first episode
• The two podcast launch methods I considered (and which one I picked)
• The biggest reasons most podcasts never get past a few episodes
• How I found my own voice and why you should, too

There’s never going to be a perfect time to start, only your time. And when you decide that time is now, everything changes.

Just start. Your voice matters.

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Have you ever felt like you’ve been playing small, even though deep down you know you’re meant for more?

That was me thinking “Is this all I’m supposed to be?”… until I booked a flight to London to attend an event where I didn’t know a single person in real life. In this first episode of Step Into Your Voice, I share the story behind that trip, the fears I faced, and the beautiful reminders I received along the way. If you’ve ever needed a push to stop waiting for permission and start showing up boldly, this one’s for you.

Topics Discussed:

• The moment I realized I was hiding behind my comfort zone
• Why I decided to attend the Showtime event by Brand You Magazine in London
• What traveling alone taught me about courage, connection, and growth
• Childhood memories that shaped my desire for freedom and expression
• How motherhood inspired me to build a meaningful business
• My biggest personal challenges at the event and the surprising impact of small, brave actions
• How I learned that others see me differently than the stories I tell myself
• Why it’s time to stop waiting for permission and take up space

This episode is my reminder to myself and to you that courage isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about taking the next brave step. Stop waiting for someone to hand you permission. You already have it.

Connect with Nina Macarie:
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