# Ep. 342 NERVOUS? INSECURE? PERFECT!

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Published: 2026-03-12T16:08:00+00:00
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## Resource

Feeling nervous before a presentation or feeling insecure when facing an intimidating audience can be positive. That may seem counterintuitive, but Mark and Darren clarify in today's episode. Drawing on their combined 60+ years of lessons learned, they provide advice and specific techniques for using nervousness to your advantage. SNIPPETS: • Being a little nervous can be a good thing • Use nervous energy to fuel additional preparation • Let no one out-prepare you • Research: get more than you need, to give what they need • Get over yourself, and into your audience • "Skillset without mindset leaves your audience upset" – Craig Valentine • Before each presentation ask FOUR QUESTIONS: • WHAT IS MY INTENT • AM I PRESENT ("Don't be perfect; be PRESENT" – Darren) • WILL I HAVE FUN • HOW WOULD I GIVE THIS PRESENTATION IF I KNEW IT WAS MY LAST • If the character doesn't change, there is no story Work with Mark and Darren: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com/get-a-speaking-coach/ Check Out Stage Time University: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com

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