Ever wondered how TV reporters keep their cool when the camera is rolling live and there’s no second take?
In this episode, I’m joined by Ashleigh Paholek – confidence coach, Channel 10 Melbourne news reporter, and founder of Tier Society.
Ashleigh shares:
🎥 The nerve-wracking story of her very first live cross – and how she stopped her voice from shaking.
💪 Her top strategies for recovering when things go wrong mid-presentation.
🙌 The surprising confidence lessons from approaching strangers for vox pops (and why rejection isn’t personal).
🍺 The most Aussie news story she’s ever covered – yes, it involves a kangaroo and a beer.
🎤 Why she believes confidence is a decision, not a personality trait.
We also swap our own live-TV war stories, laugh over on-air bloopers (Lod Raver, anyone?), and talk about the real preparation that makes confidence look effortless.
If you’re an aspiring or emerging journalist, a public speaker, or just someone who wants to care less about what people think and show up with more presence – this episode is packed with practical tips you can use straight away.
🔗 Links & Mentions
Follow Ashleigh on Instagram: @ashpaholek | @tiersociety
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Links & Resources
🎤 The Magnetic Voice Formula Mini-Course – use code MAGNETIC for your discount
🧘♀️ Public Speaking Chakra Meditation (available at checkout)
🔮 Soul Speakers Membership – includes free access to the mini-course
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