Send us a textHave you ever wondered how your written communication—resumes, LinkedIn profiles, career documents—can truly reflect who you are and ensure you're projecting the same confidence and authenticity in person as you do on paper? If you’ve found yourself stuck, unsure how to craft your professional story, or if you want your talents and personality to leap off the page and into your interviews, this episode is for you.Welcome back to Speaking with Confidence! Today, I dive into the art and science of translating your professional story onto paper, a skill just as essential as public speaking. I’m joined by Amy Adler, a nationally recognized career strategist and founder of Five Strengths Career Transition Experts. Amy is an expert in coaching executives and professionals to tell their stories in amazing, impactful ways—helping them shine in written formats and feel truly confident when meeting hiring teams.Here’s what we covered in this episode:How life experiences and regional culture shape communication, both written and spokenWhy adapting your style to meet people where they are (“The Platinum Rule”) builds trust and connectionListening as a superpower for introverts—and transforming introversion into powerful coaching and storytellingBuilding confidence by reframing your career journey as a forward-thinking, impactful storyTechniques for career transition: defining strategy, setting attainable goals, and building momentumThe power of authenticity and congruence between your written documents and your real self in interviewsAdvice for young professionals and higher education: letting students tell their whole story, not just check boxesBreaking through fear and vulnerability in the job search by seeking expert help—and why it’s a sign of strength, not weaknessHow collaborative coaching and resume writing can transform personal narratives, boost self-belief, and elevate career outcomesIf you’re ready to bridge the gap between your resume and your real, confident self—and learn strategies that make your written communication truly impactful—give this episode a listen. Huge thanks to Amy Adler for sharing her wisdom and experience with such empathy and clarity. And thank you for tuning in to Speaking with Confidence!Support the showWant to be a guest on Speaking With Confidence? Send Tim Newman a message on PodMatchSpeaking With ConfidenceFormula for Public SpeakingFacebook

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