Welcome back to another episode of She Rises! Today, Giovanna Capozza talks with Alexia Vernon. Alexia is a speaking and leadership coach and author of the book Step into Your Moxie: Amplify Your Voice, Visibility, and Influence in the World. Alexia has committed her life to show women how to “step into their moxie®” and has delivered transformational keynotes and corporate training for Fortune 500 companies, college campuses, professional associations, the United Nations, and delivered a TEDx talk on the future of feminism.
Alexia understands what it’s like to be terrified to speak and shares practical ways to shift this fear. She discusses her own experiences of using her voice and what it means to connect with others in a way that inspires change. Alexia presents a soul-stirring call to action for women to speak up for themselves, their ideas, and the issues that matter most to them.
Alexia gives a glimpse into her struggle with finding her own voice.
Alexia shares how she learned to shift fear and step into greatness.
Alexia explains the benefits of role-playing and preparing for public speaking.
Giovanna talks about the differences between being prepared and winging it.
Alexia discusses why visibility is a responsibility and not just an opportunity.
Alexia explains how visibility helps us connect with others more, even if you don’t have a huge platform.
Alexia shares how she cultivates her own voice and message.
Alexia discusses the difference in focusing on the source of an issue instead of the symptoms.
Alexia talks about point of view and how to hone in on what message you want to share.
If you’re not a little disruptive, you’re not helping others have a profound shift in their life.
Alexia explains compassionate confidence and unapologetically speaking your truth.
Giovanna and Alexia emphasize the need for responsible communication.
If what you choose to speak about aligns with your values, and you’d be out of integrity by playing it safe and small, be ready to rise through discomfort and rise into leadership.
Memorable Quotes:
Learn to be with discomfort. Use meditation and powerful visualizations to enjoy and be grateful for experiences that make you nervous.
When a lot of people saying something similar, it’s a sign that the world needs that message.
Would you rather be liked or would you prefer to have impact?
When we are in our truth, those who really need us will raise their hands and those in our communities will show up more powerfully.
We are fortunate that we can have a voice and that we can step out and speak up.
Resources Mentioned:
Alexia Vernon’s Website
Alexia’s Book: Step into Your Moxie
