That panic you feel before speaking up? Or presenting your ideas?It’s not about your skills.It's not about how well-rehearsed you are.And it is absolutely not about your "ability" to speak publicly.In this episode, Joe breaks down why fear shows up most intensely in public moments — meetings, presentations, moments where you’re seen — and what you're actually doubting when that happens (it's not what you think).You’ll learn why borrowed scripts never land, why conviction matters more than polish, and how being real is the only thing that creates impact people remember.This episode is about saying things you actually mean — and trusting that it’s enough............................................................Special thanks to the incomparable Lisa Baskett for her amazing late-night-DJ-smoother-than-silk voiceover ;-)If this episode resonated, consider subscribing to Making UX Work.Each episode explores the human side of UX and product careers — confidence, power, impostor syndrome, boundaries and the challenges that never show up in books or conference talks.No hype. No platitudes. Just honest perspective, earned the hard way.

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