Coffee In The Park with Jennifer and Cam
Coffee in the Park with Jennifer and Cam
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Pull up a chair, grab your favourite brew of coffee, and join Jennifer and Cam as they share the story behind the story of everyday people.
From stories of resilience to laugh-out-loud moments, each episode is a blend of authenticity, inspiration and encouragement, celebrating the moments that make us all human.
Whether you are walking your dog, commuting to work or enjoying your morning coffee, Jennifer and Cam are here to remind you that everyone has a story worth telling-and sometimes the most powerful ones are hiding in plain sight!
Coffee In The Park with Jennifer and Cam
A Coffee with Alyson Connolly, Public Speaking Coach!
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Grab a coffee and get ready to find your voice—welcome to another inspiring episode of Coffee in the Park featuring Public Speaking Coach and author, Alyson Connolly!
Alyson’s journey into the power of communication began in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where early tap dancing classes led to a passion for theatre. After landing a spot in a CTV television musical in middle school, her future as a performer was set in stone. She went on to attend the prestigious BFA program at the University of Alberta, which brought her to the province she now calls home. From teaching summer drama in Fort McMurray—where she met her husband while performing in Grease—to spending decades working in commercials, plays, and musicals, Alyson fully immersed herself in the world of production.
After starting her family, Alyson pivoted into teaching, spending 17 impactful years at The Foote Theatre School at the Citadel Theatre, running artist residencies, and working as a drama facilitator at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital helping patients perform their stories. Driven by this deeply meaningful work, she returned to university at age 50 as one of only two people accepted into a Master’s program for Theatre Voice Pedagogy.
Inspired by helping her own son overcome his fear of public performance, Alyson eventually transitioned into the business world to launch her own public speaking coaching practice. Today, she works with everyone from CEOs and job seekers to anxious speakers and non-native English speakers, addressing not just vocal articulation, but the underlying psychology of stage fright. Her expertise even led her to author Public Speaking Skills For Dummies in 2017, a book that has since been translated into multiple languages worldwide.
In this episode, Alyson shares essential public speaking tips, including why walking with purpose beats pacing every time, and dives deep into the art of true human connection through speech. Tune in to hear an unbelievable story of passion, reinvention, and finding your confidence!
Connect with Alyson: Be sure to check out her website at Alyson Connolly for workshops, coaching, and public speaking resources.
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