Oh friend, I’m about to let you in on a little secret that changed my business—and no, it has nothing to do with software, strategy, or systems.
This episode is about a skill most people underestimate… and yet, it touches every single part of entrepreneurship.
Public speaking.
Now before you say, “Jasmine, I’m not trying to be on a TED stage,” hang with me. Because I’m not talking about polished, mic’d-up, conference-style speaking (although yes, we go there too). I’m talking about being able to communicate confidently and clearly—in your team meetings, your sales calls, your pitches, even your IG Lives.
Let’s back up for a second.
At the start of 2023, I made it a personal goal to take speaking seriously. I’d spoken on stages before, but everything I knew came from trial and error, and I was ready to LEVEL UP.
And I gotta tell you—focusing on this one skill changed everything. I became a better leader. A better CEO. A better partner. Even a better negotiator.
In this episode, I share:
- Why learning to speak well builds trust faster than any script
- How to identify “lean in” moments and use storytelling to your advantage
- The #1 way I learned to close more sales (hint: it starts with handling objections before they happen)
- What I had to unlearn as a “natural skeptic” and former waitress when it came to sales
- The role speaking plays in building culture and communicating expectations with your team
- Why women need to OWN their voice when negotiating pay, positions, or opportunities
- Tactical strategies to reduce public speaking anxiety (even if you’re an introvert like me)
Being a better speaker doesn’t mean you need to be loud, extroverted, or theatrical.
It means being intentional with your words, aware of your delivery, and committed to connection over perfection.
Whether you’re leading a team, selling your services, negotiating a deal, or simply having a tough convo—you’re already “speaking.” This episode will help you speak with more purpose and power.
So grab a notebook (you’ll want to take notes!), and press play. Let’s master the art of communication together.
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[00:01] Why my husband loves being sold to (and what that taught me about communication)
[00:58] What I learned waiting tables that applies directly to sales today
[02:30] The power of “lean in” moments and what they reveal about connection
[03:45] How public speaking improves sales, leadership, and team culture
[04:45] A game-changing communication phrase our team uses: “So what I hear is…”
[05:45] Why negotiation is non-negotiable—and how women can speak up with confidence
[06:50] The truth about public speaking anxiety (and how to work through it)
[08:15] A mindset shift: Practice isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence
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