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November 4th, 2025

Communicating With Confidence

  1. Communicating With Confidence J.R. Gonzales 58:18

Public Speaking Made Easy: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques

Do you get nervous before speaking in front of an audience? Or maybe you’re already confident but want to sharpen your presentation skills? In this episode, we break down the secrets to powerful public speaking — from crafting a message that connects, to delivering it with confidence and Clarity.

You’ll learn practical techniques to capture attention, structure your speech for maximum impact, and leave your audience inspired. Whether you’re giving a business presentation, leading a meeting, or stepping up to the mic for the first time, this episode will help you speak with ease and make every word count. Tune in and take your public speaking skills to the next level!

 

Sammie Walker Herrera runs a public speaking Coaching consultancy called Speak Y’all (yes, she’s from Texas), leveraging 10+ years coaching leaders on their impromptu speaking and interviewing skills. Her clients are senior leaders at companies like Amazon, IBM, Oracle, and Microsoft. She focuses on creating a fun, non-judgmental space for folks to hone their speaking strengths. Sammie has completed Certified ADHD Coach training through the ADD/ADHD Coach Academy and is passionate about supporting neurodivergent professionals. Sammie earned two Bachelor’s degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and a Master’s of Arts in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Slippery Rock University. Sammie is also a Latin dance instructor and performs improv comedy.

 

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J.R. Gonzales is Chairman of the Hispanic Leadership and Management Foundation and Executive Vice-Chair of the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC). Gonzales serves on the Export-Import Bank of the United States Council on Small Business. He is a nationally recognized communications consultant and professional development trainer. Gonzales is a former Chairman of the Board, and a past president and CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. As a business owner, entrepreneur, political strategist, and public speaker, Gonzales has been a lifelong advocate and voice for issues facing Latino and minority communities.