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Helping Introverts How to Speak Clearly | John Doorbar
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- The Public Speaking Podcast
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- May 8, 2026
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- 1581
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Summary
In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with John Doorbar, a speaking coach focused on helping introverts communicate with clarity and confidence. John shares why being an introvert isn’t the problem and how most people have simply learned the wrong patterns around speaking. They talk about the internal blocks that stop people from speaking up, the pressure of trying to “perform,” and what actually changes when you shift from proving yourself to helping others. You’ll also hear how John built his signature talk, the challenges of simplifying complex ideas into a clear message, and what it really takes to stand on stage when your instinct is to stay quiet. They talk about: Why introverts struggle to speak (and why it’s not what you think) The concept of the “mask” and how it affects communication Turning self-focus into audience focus The process of cutting down ideas into a clear message Letting go of needing approval from the audience If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding back, overthinking what to say, or staying quiet when you actually have something valuable to share, this episode will change how you see it. Do you want to watch his full Signature Talk? Here's the link to the video: https://youtu.be/IbIXzjdVXaM Connect with John Doorbar Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndoorbarpresenting/ Website: https://www.johndoorbar.com/ Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.