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Speaking With ConfidenceWhy Introverts Are Actually Better at Communicating | Tim Newman SpeaksAre you an introvert who’s ever felt pressured to be “more outgoing” at work? Maybe you’ve been told to “speak up more” or “just be charismatic”—but trying on someone else’s style feels fake and leaves you burnt out. What if your natural quietness isn’t the obstacle everyone says it is, but actually your biggest professional edge? That’s the question we’re diving into in this episode of Speaking with Confidence.
I’m Tim Newman, your host—a recovering college professor turned communication coach, and today’s episode is all about turning the corporate...
2026-02-1917 min
Speaking With ConfidenceThe #1 Habit That’s Killing Your Authority on Stage | Tim Newman SpeaksHave you ever wrapped up a presentation and just felt like something was off? Maybe you had all the right data, your facts were solid, but somehow, the audience just didn’t connect—or worse, you left the room wondering if your expertise really came through. If you’ve had that lingering doubt, you’re not alone, and in today’s episode, we’re answering the critical question: What are the invisible habits that might be secretly undermining your authority and what can you do to fix them?
Hi, I’m Tim Newman, host of the Speakin...
2026-02-0516 min
Speaking With ConfidenceHow to Turn Public Speaking Anxiety into Your Superpower | Tim Newman SpeaksHave you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of a high-pressure, time-limited public speaking presentation—and how a communication coach turns even his own missteps into teachable moments? In this special episode of Speaking with Confidence, I pull back the curtain on my recent experience presenting a Pecha Kucha at PodFest 2026, while offering you practical coaching advice you can apply to your own speaking journey.
As we celebrate the podcast’s two-year anniversary (with a special giveaway—don't miss the details!), I reflect on what it means to embrace confidence, resilience, and the power of vul...
2026-01-2921 min
Golfweek Amateur Tour - The PodcastWeather Wars, Ryder Cup Belts & Why Course Management Still WinsGrab your rain gear and tighten your grips, this episode of the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast delivers everything amateur golfers love: competitive golf events, brutal weather stories, Ryder Cup belt chaos, and the camaraderie that makes the Golfweek Amateur Tour one of the strongest golf communities in the country.
Co-hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha break down the Southern Icebreaker, early-season jitters, and what it takes to survive tournament golf when the wind, rain, and pressure all show up uninvited.
This is amateur golf competition at its finest and funniest.
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2026-01-261h 34
Speaking With ConfidenceHow to Communicate With Complicated People | Tim Newman SpeaksHave you ever found yourself stuck in a conversation with a complicated coworker, wondering, “How do I actually communicate with this person to get things moving forward?” In today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dive right into the core question: How can you effectively communicate with complicated people—especially when, let’s be honest, we’re all complicated in our own unique ways?
Hi, I’m Tim Newman, a recovering college professor turned communication coach, and I’m excited to guide you through practical strategies for navigating communication challenges at work. In today’s episode, I reference Ryan L...
2026-01-2318 min
Speaking With ConfidenceHow to Communicate With Complicated People | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever found yourself stuck in a conversation with a complicated coworker, wondering, “How do I actually communicate with this person to get things moving forward?” In today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dive right into the core question: How can you effectively communicate with complicated people—especially when, let’s be honest, we’re all complicated in our own unique ways?Hi, I’m Tim Newman, a recovering college professor turned communication coach, and I’m excited to guide you through practical strategies for navigating communication challenges at work. In toda...
2026-01-2213 min
Speaking With ConfidenceUnlocking Effective Storytelling and Communication in the AI Era with Jim EdwardsSend us a textHave you ever wondered why taking action beats raw talent every single time, or how you can leverage new technology like AI without losing the heart and soul of your message? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, we’re getting to the root of what it means to communicate with clarity, build your confidence as a storyteller, and stand out in our fast-changing world.I’m Tim Newman, your host, a recovering college professor turned communication coach, and today I’m joined by the incredible Jim Edwards. Jim’s a true leg...
2026-01-1957 min
Speaking With ConfidenceThe Communication Mistake That’s Killing Your Career | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever wondered why some leaders inspire trust and action while others leave their audience confused or disengaged? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dig into a hard-earned lesson from early in my own teaching journey: the dangers of overcomplicating communication.Back when I started out as a teacher, my eagerness to impress led me to present high-level material to high school freshmen and sophomores only to realize that complexity wasn’t a sign of intelligence but a barrier to understanding. That moment of frustration, both for me an...
2026-01-1515 min
Speaking With ConfidenceBuilding Executive Presence: Communication Habits Every Leader Needs to Unlearn and Master with Michael de LisserSend us a textWhat separates a good communicator from a truly exceptional one and how can you ensure you’re not holding yourself back from the career you want? On this episode of Speaking with Confidence, we’re diving into the core of leadership communication, self-awareness, and the ever-changing landscape of workplace communication especially as technology like AI becomes more prominent.I’m Tim Newman, your host and a recovering college professor turned communication coach. Today, I’m joined by leadership consultant, seasoned executive educator, and author, Michael de Lisser. With over 25 years of experien...
2026-01-1251 min
Speaking With ConfidenceClaiming Your Speaking Identity for Connection and Credibility | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever left a presentation struggling to remember the speaker’s name, or worse, realized you might be that forgettable speaker yourself? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle the real root of feeling like an imposter on stage and share practical steps to help you transform into the kind of communicator people truly remember.Today, I’m guiding you through a topic that undermines so many presenters, yet rarely gets the attention it deserves: building your speaker identity. We often chase technique, obsessing over posture, gestures, and slid...
2026-01-0818 min
Speaking With ConfidenceHow to Motivate and Communicate Effectively with Gen Z at Work | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textAre you struggling to truly connect with Gen Z team members at work—or maybe you’re a Gen Z professional frustrated by colleagues who don’t seem to get where you’re coming from? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle a challenge that’s becoming more important every day: How can we break down the generational communication barriers at work to build authentic relationships and boost performance for everyone?I’m Tim Newman, a former college professor turned communication coach, and as your host, I’ve spent years watching...
2026-01-0118 min
Golfweek Amateur Tour - The PodcastNew Directors, Big Vision: Michigan & St. Louis Set the Tone for 2026Send us a textThe heart of the Golfweek Amateur Tour isn’t just scorecards and trophies, it’s people, places, and purpose. This week on Golfweek Amateur Tour – The Podcast, hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha kick things off with real talk: holiday stories, missed birthdays, health updates, and a reminder that the Golfweek Amateur Tour Community always comes first.Then it’s on to business, good business.We welcome Jim Shadduck, the new Michigan Tour Director, who’s bringing a player-first mindset to one of the most competitive local Senior Amateur Tours in t...
2025-12-291h 17
Speaking With ConfidenceHow Coaching and Honest Feedback Elevate Your Speaking Game | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever wondered what it actually takes to grow as a speaker—beyond just practicing your presentation in front of the mirror? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dive deep into the lessons I've learned on my own personal journey, including some pretty humbling moments and a behind-the-scenes look at how coaching and mentorship can truly elevate your skills.This week, I’m sharing the story of how I went from a nervous college student—literally the guy who puked in speech class—to a certified, confident speaker and coac...
2025-12-2520 min
Speaking With ConfidenceNavigating Generational Differences: The Power of Relationship-Based Leadership with Gen Z TeamsSend us a textWhat does it really take to lead and communicate with Generation Z in today’s workplace? On this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I sit down with Dr. Tim Elmore, founder of Growing Leaders, bestselling author, and expert in multi-generational leadership. Dr. Elmore has spent decades developing emerging leaders—including an impressive 20 years by the side of John C. Maxwell—and he’s written extensively on what makes great leadership tick, especially in our rapidly evolving culture. If you’ve ever struggled to connect with Gen Z professionals or wondered why their anxiety levels see...
2025-12-2253 min
Speaking With ConfidenceClosing the Gap Between What You Say and Do for Real Influence | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textAre your words truly building the influence you want, or is there a hidden gap between what you say and how you act that's silently killing your credibility? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dive deep into the powerful truth that your real message isn’t just what comes out of your mouth—it’s what people see in your behavior, especially when no one’s watching.I open with a personal story about a tough leadership lesson: the painful disconnect between preaching innovation and risk-taking, and then acting in a way...
2025-12-1817 minGolfweek Amateur Tour - The PodcastThree Stories That Define the Tour: Coaching, Leadership & RivalrySend us a textThis week on the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast, Tim Newman and Chris Rocha bring together three stories that perfectly capture what makes Amateur Golf, Competitive Golf Events, and the entire Golfweek Amateur Tourcommunity so addictive. From innovative instruction to new leadership to a cross-state showdown, this episode shows exactly why the Tour continues to thrive nationwide.The episode opens with Evan Silkworth, a former eighth-grade English teacher who somehow managed to turn pedagogy into a competitive advantage in the golf world. Evan walks Tim and Chris through the unlikely...
2025-12-151h 25
Speaking With ConfidenceThe Secret to Earning Attention in Your First 30 Seconds | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever wondered why so many presentations lose the audience within the first thirty seconds? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle the critical question: How do you earn an audience’s attention right from the start and keep it?I’m Tim Newman, your host—a recovering college professor who’s now dedicated to helping others become powerful communicators. This week, we’re diving deep into one of the most fundamental but overlooked aspects of public speaking: the opening. Specifically, I reveal why the majority of speakers fail almos...
2025-12-1120 min
Speaking With ConfidenceThe Three Pillars of Authority for Speakers | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHow do truly powerful speakers command authority without relying on sheer volume or aggressive body language? That’s the question we’re answering on today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence.In this episode, I dive deep into the art and science of authentic authority in communication. As someone who’s coached hundreds of professionals—and as a recovering college professor myself—I’ve seen firsthand that the most influential communicators aren’t the ones who try to dominate the room; they’re the ones who remain poised and structured, even under pressure.
2025-12-0415 min
Speaking With ConfidencePractical Strategies to Overcome Digital Distractions and Screen Overload | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever wondered if your phone habits are actually rewiring your brain—and what you can do to reclaim truly meaningful conversations? In today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dive deep into the reality of digital overwhelm, exploring how our constant connectivity shapes not only our attention spans, but also our ability to build real, lasting connections.I’m Tim Newman, your host and a “recovering college professor” turned communication coach. If you caught my earlier conversation with Craig Mattson about digital overwhelm (and if not, be sure to listen...
2025-11-2725 min
Speaking With ConfidenceEscaping the Networking Paradox and Creating Connections that Count | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textAre you building a network that looks impressive on paper, but feels hollow in practice? Are you craving genuine professional relationships that help you grow, not just fill your contact list? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle the paradox facing modern professionals: staying "connected" but still feeling isolated. If you’ve ever wondered why your networking efforts haven’t translated into real momentum or meaningful relationships, this episode is for you.I dive deep into the concept of what I call the Connector Climber—a mindset and system that b...
2025-11-2019 minGolfweek Amateur Tour - The PodcastSeason Finale: Directors’ Cup Champions, Comebacks & CommunitySend us a textThis week on the Golfweek Amateur Tour – The Podcast, Tim Newman and Chris Rocha close out the season with a celebration of everything that makes Amateur Golf Competition so special: grit, camaraderie, friendly trash talk, and the incredible people who keep the Golfweek Amateur Tour moving forward.To wrap the year, Tim and Chris welcome two Directors’ Cup champions whose stories capture exactly what our Golf Community is all about.First up is Orlando Tour Director Terry Lawson, who somehow turned a year of double knee replacements into one of t...
2025-11-171h 14
Speaking With ConfidenceHow to Win Over Any Audience: Lessons in Stage Confidence and Storytelling from Magician Tom ElliottSend us a textHave you ever wondered how seasoned performers capture and hold the attention of even the most distracted or reluctant audiences? On today’s episode of Speaking With Confidence, we answer that question and dig deep into what it really takes to build confidence, adapt on the fly, and show up authentically in every speaking situation—whether it’s a children’s birthday party, a raucous holiday park, or a high-stakes corporate keynote.I’m Tim Newman, your host and recovering college professor turned communication coach, and I’m thrilled to share this episode...
2025-11-1759 min
Speaking With ConfidenceWhy You Hate Your Voice and How to Fix It | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever listened to a recording of your own voice and thought, “Who is that?” If you’ve ever cringed at the sound of your voice on tape, you’re not alone. In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I dive into why our own voice sounds so strange to us on a recording—and more importantly, what you can do about it.I’m Tim Newman, your host and a recovering college professor turned communication coach. Today’s episode is all about bridging the gap between the voice you think you have...
2025-11-1318 min
Speaking With ConfidenceHow to Read a Room as a Speaker | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever felt that sinking feeling during a meeting or conversation when you realize you’re losing the room—people are checking their phones, yawning, or just looking right through you? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle exactly that challenge: how to read the room and respond in real time so you stay connected, engaged, and in control whenever you speak.As someone who transitioned from being a college professor to a communication coach, I’ve seen firsthand how common these scenarios are—and I know how disheart...
2025-11-0618 minGolfweek Amateur Tour - The PodcastNational Champions, Senior Showdowns, and a Season of GrowthSend us a textIn this episode of Golfweek Amateur Tour – The Podcast, hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha celebrate the champions, stories, and camaraderie that make this tour, Where Amateurs Play Like Pros!Fresh off the National Championships, we sit down with winners from both the Golfweek Amateur Tour and the Senior Amateur Tour to relive their biggest moments. From Jeff Wong’s short-game masterclass to Ricardo Almeida’s first-ever El Paso national title, these champions share the mindset, course strategies, and mental resilience that defined their victories.We also highlight the commun...
2025-11-031h 15
Speaking With ConfidenceWhy Fake Networking is Killing Your Career | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textDo you ever feel like you're doing all the “right” things at networking events, but somehow you still walk away with a stack of business cards—yet none of those connections turn into genuine relationships or career opportunities? If so, this episode is for you.I'm Tim Newman, host of Speaking with Confidence, and in today’s solo episode, I dig deep into the art (and science) of networking—and why most traditional approaches are holding you back. You’ll hear why so many professionals get stuck in a transactional mindset, treating net...
2025-10-3015 min
Speaking With ConfidenceThe Secrets to Starting a Presentation Strong | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textHave you ever wondered why those first few seconds of a presentation seem to matter so much—and what you can do to make an unforgettable first impression? That’s exactly what we’re diving into in today’s episode of Speaking with Confidence.As your host, I’m Tim Newman—a recovering college professor turned communication coach—here to help you transform how you show up in critical professional moments. In this solo episode, I dig deep into the pivotal opening seconds of any conversation or presentation, explaining just how quickly our au...
2025-10-2315 min
Speaking With ConfidenceSurviving Public Speaking Without Time to Prep | Tim Newman SpeaksSend us a textWhat would you do if you were asked to give a speech on the spot—with zero time to prepare? That’s the question we’re tackling in today’s episode, and if you’ve ever felt your heart drop when called on unexpectedly, this one’s for you.Welcome back to Speaking with Confidence—I’m Tim Newman, a recovering college professor turned communication coach. Today, we’re diving into the “emergency kit” that pros use when they have to speak without warning. If you’ve ever found yourself in a meeting, tasked to cov...
2025-10-1615 min
Speaking With ConfidenceCreating Trust and Value: Communication Lessons for Leaders from Melissa Robinson-WinemillerSend us a textHave you ever wondered why empathy is often considered a “soft skill,” and whether it truly has a place in driving real results within leadership, organizations, and communication? On this week’s episode of Speaking with Confidence, I tackle this question head-on with my guest, Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, an expert in empathy, emotional intelligence, and visionary leadership.I’m Tim Newman, your host–a recovering college professor turned communication coach. Every week, I help listeners build the skills and confidence they need to show up powerfully in every conversation. Today, I’m thrilled t...
2025-10-1348 min