Have you ever stood in front of a crowd, your heart pounding like a heavy metal drummer at full volume, and wondered if your deodorant was up to the task? Of course, you have. Public speaking is practically a rite of passage. But let me tell you, darling, I’ve been there, done that, and bought the T-shirt (and maybe even DJ’d the merch table afterward).
Lights, Mic, Action: My DJ Days
Picture this: young me, with a voice smoother than a freshly iced cupcake, rocking the airwaves as a radio DJ. I had all the confidence in the world because, let’s be honest, you can’t see the audience when you’re in a studio. It’s just you, a microphone, and the occasional request from someone who really loves “Stairway to Heaven.” Hosting music events? Done that too. It’s like karaoke night, but you’re the one making sure the vibe stays electric and nobody cries over a missed high note.
From DJ to Debate Queen
Fast forward a few years, and I found myself trading in my headphones for legal briefs. My job as a senior litigation paralegal meant drafting and helping to make pitches, argue points, and negotiate like my holiday shopping budget depended on it (spoiler alert: it usually did). A courtroom is just another stage, but with less applause and more objections. I’ve helped deliver arguments so convincing they’d make a Hallmark movie seem logical, and I’ve faced tough crowds who wouldn’t know a good point if it tap-danced in front of them.
What I’ve Learned About Owning the Stage
- Fake It ‘Til You Make It: Confidence is key. Or at least pretending to have it until you stop hyperventilating.
- Know Your Audience: Whether you’re spinning records or defending a motion, read the room. No one wants to hear a 12-minute monologue when all they came for is the snacks.
- Have a Backup Plan: Something will always go wrong. Microphones die, judges glare, and sometimes, people just don’t laugh at your jokes. Shocking, I know.
Share Your Stage Stories!
Have you ever been in the spotlight? Whether you were channeling your inner Shakespeare or just trying to survive a best man’s speech, I want to hear all about it. Bonus points if your story involves public karaoke and/or pie.
And speaking of things everyone loves… last night’s blog post about FREE Christmas cookie recipes is still fresh from the oven! (There are three awesome recipes in the blog post that aren’t in the download, so be sure to check out both of them!) Because honestly, what’s better than a stage full of cookies? (Hint: nothing.)
🎄Click here for 10 Christmas cookie recipes that’ll steal the show.
Let’s keep the sharing rolling and the cookies baking!
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