Irresistible Presence with Amy Leighton

Today I have the second bonus episode on the Irresistible Presence Podcast for you!I'm chatting to Sara Dalrymple who teaches creatives, female founders and business owners how to sell with confidence. Her focus is on unlocking the natural styles we all have within us that is centred around integrity and value so that you can sell in a way that feels natural, effortless and gets brilliant results.In this episode, we cover - Why the old narrative of buy, buy, buy - sell, sell, sell doesn't cut it anymore How getting more niche can help you get more clients Why selling is something to embrace…and why only a breakfast buffet will cut it when Sara's on holiday!Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify now. Transcript available on my website ​Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BONUS EPISODEThis month we have a couple of bonus episodes winging your way for the Irresistible Presence Podcast!The first of our bonus episodes is with Sarah Elisabeth. Sarah is a Holistic Health Coach, helping women heal their relationships with food and their bodies so that they can create their best house and concentrate on the important things in life without restriction.In this episode, we cover -⚡ Why confidence and listening to your intuition are heavily linked⚡ Sarah's journey with food and how it led to the career she has today ⚡ How 'messy action' has helped Sarah to keep showing up for her business⚡…and why Smoked Tofu is revolutionary!Find out more about Sarah's work here and access a transcription of the episode here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

IT'S DECEMBER! Gosh this year has been long, hasn't it? However I'm feeling hopeful because we've got Christmas coming up very soon (it'll be here before we know it) and a chance to move forwards in 2021. So this episode (the final one of this year!), I'm reflecting on how 2020 has been for me & thinking about how we can all reflect together.Hope you enjoy! Have a great Christmas and see you for the next series in 2021!Amy xSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey!This week I had the honour of talking to Lorraine Lewis, co-founder and CEO of award-winning charity The Lewis Foundation, providing free gifts and support to adults going through cancer treatment in hospitals around the Midlands. Lorraine balances this with her job as a Criminal Lawyer working for the Crown Prosecution Service. She is passionate about working with individuals and not for profits to help build communities and change the world through public speaking, coaching and mentoring.In this episode we cover -⚡Training as a Barrister & showing resilience in the face of adversity⚡Starting The Lewis Foundation & building it to the award winning charity it is today⚡ Living life to its fullest⚡…and why Raspberries are Lorriane's food hell!Find out more about Lorraine & The Lewis Foundation here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi!This week I had the pleasure of talking to Stacey Sargison, a Forbes Featured Visibility Mentor, Money Mindset Coach & TEDx speaker specialising in confidence. Her clients create 50K+ months through showing up online via live streams and she herself has been viewed over 1 million+ times. She has also been featured on Australian TV (Ticker TV), SABC, BBC and writes for Thrive Global.In this episode we cover -⚡Feeling fear and moving past it ⚡Calling out nerves and doing the thing anyway⚡ How Stacey stays confident being visible even when the going gets tough⚡…and why Beef is best in a Roast DinnerFind out more about Stacey on Facebook and Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Procrastination... aka a very good way of avoiding all the things we know we should do and yet suddenly get distracted by the washing, cooking, cleaning, emptying the dishwasher etc etc etc.But how does it pull you back? And why?Join me as I chat through how you can create a container of values for social media that help you to show up as YOU.Amy xSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I had a great time chatting to Kat Horrocks, a Women's Life and Career Coach and Founder of the Put Yourself First Sisterhood. Her work is dedicated to empowering women to put themselves first without guilt, so they can achieve their goals and take their life to the next level. Kat talks us through her journey with confidence, as she goes from make up artist to coach. In this episode we cover -⚡ Not being the ‘popular' one in school⚡ Does a lack of perceived confidence at school affects us in adult life?⚡ Navigating Imposter Syndrome and that pesky inner voiceFind out more about Kat on Instagram here!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi guys!This week I LOVED chatting to Natalie Costa, Founder of Power Thoughts, - a coaching service designed to give children the ‘power' over their own thoughts.Through her private practice and workshops, she has helped thousands of children worldwide, discover the tools to help them feel calmer, happier and more empowered! With a background in psychology and having spent 12 years within the educational sector as well as becoming an accredited Performance Coach, Power Thoughts was born - which blends her past experience and deep understanding of children and their needs, now providing them with the tools to help them cope and thrive in the modern world. Natalie have also been featured in the national press and TV, such as Stella Magazine, BBC Breakfast, The Sunday Times,The Telegraph and Good Morning Britain. Her intention is always to be focused on helping one child at a time be as happy as they can possibly be!Natalie talks us through her journey with confidence, as she went from primary school teacher to fitness instructor to award winning coach.In this episode we cover -⚡ Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable⚡ Why confidence is more associated with fear than you may think⚡ Chilling, relaxing, appreciating and living in the momentFind out more about Power Thoughts on Instagram here!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello! Ever held yourself back from showing up because you were worried you weren't ready? This week I'm talking all about dropping the filter and stepping out of our own way. Make sure you tune in to find out more! Amy xSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Oh hey!This week I had a great time chatting to Sophie Clyde-Smith - Mindset & Success Coach, who helps women launch & scale successful businesses through transformational mindset work & simple strategy.Sophie shares her experiences as we discuss fears, goals and career changes.In this episode we cover -⚡ How Sophie's experience of changing careers inspired her to help other women do the same⚡ Why it's important to define your fears⚡ Why up-levelling and getting uncomfortable is important to be where you want to be Enjoy!Amy xSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello!This week I'm experimenting with going live on Instagram at the same time as recording my podcast. Reason being? Because it's messy. It's imperfect. It's raw, unfiltered, unedited. And if it works, it's something that I'm going to be doing more often. Love it? Hate it? Let me know what you think... drop me a DM on Instagram @amyleighton.Amy xSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I had a great time chatting to Fab Giovanetti - award-winning entrepreneur, supporting people making a positive impact through their marketing. She is known as the founder of Creative Impact, a collective of hundreds of creatives making a positive impact on others and the planet.Through her community and her online mentoring, she touched over 100,000 people from all over the world - she is a keen speaker, writer, and published author, as well as guest lecturer across the UK.Fab shares her experiences as we discuss having confidence in your values and expertise and how this can help with running a business online.In this episode we cover -⚡ Fab's secret love of Wetherspoon's breakfast⚡ Having confidence in your beliefs ⚡ Being honest around your limitations⚡ Knowing and valuing your expertise Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I am joined by - Yasmine Camilla - a single mum of two from London, a freelance Project and Business Consultant and Instagram influencer. One thing that she brings to every part of her life is authenticity, confidence and positivity. Yasmine shares her experiences as we discuss her journey with confidence from going through a long term relationship breakdown to rediscovering who she is. In this episode we cover -⚡ Getting comfortable with vulnerability ⚡ Yasmine's experience of going through therapy ⚡ Undoing past negative messages⚡ Discovering the power of your own voiceSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, I'm reflecting on a conversation with one of my mentors. Are you fear led or desire led?When you put yourself out there, when you lean into the vulnerability - what fuels you? Fear or your bigger picture desires? How we do we decide what which path we take? Can we decide or is it automatically pre-determined for us?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I am joined by - Alexandria Maria - who is on a mission to help thousands of women make their dream life a reality. Alexandria is an international Transformational Coach and Business Mentor helping you shift out of stuck and into clarity and action. Alexandria helps women move from overwhelmed, stressed and lost to feeling aligned, motivated and driven by a clear vision. Whatever life or business it is you want to create; Alexandria can help you achieve it. She is previously the founder of the health food business CHAM, stocked in Ocado, Whole Foods, Holland & Barrett and Selfridges. Alex shares her experiences as we discuss her experience from corporate career to creating a soul and heart led business, breaking through negative patterns and rebuilding inner trust. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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This week, I have another brilliant guest for you - Sophie French - life coach, business mentor and NLP Master Practitioner who supports creative business owners to back themselves instead of attack themselves and to shift their self-doubt for unshakeable self-belief through subconscious reprogramming so they can create the kind of life and business they actually want. Sophie supports her clients through 1:1 coaching, workshops, online courses and in-person retreats across the UK + Europe. Sophie shares her experiences as we discuss confidence, trusting your intuition, decision making & backing yourself.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Today I'm talking to Skye Ferguson, PR coach & founder of the Facebook group PR Made Easy: How To Get Yourself Featured In The Press. We spoke about imposter syndrome, confidence and owning it as an expert. Skye explores both the strategy behind getting yourself out there and what you need to do practically speaking, but mindset too so that you can get out there in the best way possible.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vulnerability - it's a funny one isn't it? There's this common conception that we have to be 'perfect' online, that we have to present ourselves as the thing that people aspire to be... because otherwise why would they want to work with us? This is something that I've been working on personally and professionally behind the scenes. Tune in to hear more my experience getting vulnerable over the past week.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Series 2! Over the next few weeks, I'll be talking to some really exciting guests and uncovering what makes them tick, how they show up and what confidence means to them - with a little smidge of my own reflections in between. I have some gorgeous people lined up for you and I cannot wait for you to hear what magic they have to share.In this episode, I chat with photographer, videographer, YouTuber, mental health & body positivity advocate, Jasmine Leann Gaterell. Jasmine shares her relationship with confidence - from travelling and mental health to social media & creating boundaries, she shares with us her experiences and why she's now talking about them to help others.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How's your 'new normal' going? I don't know about you, but I seem to have got myself onto a new hamster wheel! Anyone else feeling this way? Join me talking about working less, smiling more, growing and expanding (and not just my waistline!)

The world hasn't stopped turning - but have you?With this strange, strange situation we find ourselves in, it's oh so important that we continue showing up for our communities, bringing money in and keeping our livelihoods going. So now more than ever, is time for you to hone in and get online. But how can we go about doing that in a way that works for us? Find out in this episode.Ps - Interested in Calm on Camera: The Series? Grab your bundle ticket here! https://www.amyleighton.com/calm-on-camera-the-seriesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the words of Joey Tribbiani, 'How You Doin?'. No but seriously, with everything going on, how are you? In this 5 minute thought, we take time to check in with ourselves, show some love and appreciation and think about how we want to feel going forwards. Sending you lots of love xxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever watched someone do a speech, whether in person or online and see them really owning what they have to say? They can get people to respond and interact with their content at the drop of a hat? Have you ever had that slight pang of jealousy, that feeling deep down where you know it's something that you want, but don't know how to go about getting? Eughhhh we all know that feeling - but how do we go about conquering it?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

'But I know how to breathe!', you might say. But do you know how to use it quickly and effectively when you really need to deliver? Today we'll be discovering an exercise that you can use when it counts.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hands up if you're an introvert or identify as having introverted qualities? Hands up if you're frustrated by the assumptions people make? ME TOO! Let's start opening up the conversation and spreading awareness, because there is strength in being quiet. In being fully present for a certain amount of time, in taking time to recharge ourselves. Come join the conversation. #IntrovertAssumptionsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

NERVES - argh! They always crop up at the most inconvenient of times, don't they?! Here's a quick, actionable tip that you can put into practice when it matters.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Public Speaking: Love it or hate it, it's something we have do at some point in our lives. How do we ignite that flame when it really matters? Discover how to find your speaking mojo in this episode. Please do subscribe, rate and review if you enjoyed :)Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to ‘Irresistible Presence' the show that will empower you to up your confidence, get visible and share your truth in a way that works for you. I'm Amy Leighton, Speaking & Presence coach, Actress and Champion for Introverts. Each week I'll be exploring tips and techniques to help you up your speaking game, whilst staying honest and true to who you are. Irresistible Presence is all about feeling empowered to share our message and increase our visibility without any fear and without any judgement. Whether you want to stand up and speak in meetings, events, get online and talk on social media or maybe just be able to go to a party where you don't know anyone else, Irresistible Presence is here to help you on your way.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/irresistible-presence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.