How to Conquer Nervousness

The Look & Sound of Leadership by Essential Communications - Tom Henschel

Mar 5, 202623:49Business

Before testifying in a high-stakes case, a theorist and his coach swap horror stories about their nerves hijacking them and the lessons they learned. Tom’s top four idea for conquering nervousness: Write happy endings Ce...

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