I still remember the first time I did a live TV interview. It was so cringe I swore I'd never do another one. But the very next day, I got a call to be a contributor on another morning show and from there more TV appearances and podcast opportunities have come my way. Am I still cringe? Probably. But, am I far less nervous? Definitely.
Don't get me wrong, right before the producer checks in and says "We're on in 30 seconds" I still get a queasy feeling in my stomach, because my brain starts running through worst-case scenarios. What if I blank on a question? What if I ramble? What if I sound unprepared?
It's not just the live TV appearances that make me squeamish. One-on-ones with my managers, private interviews with important people and frankly, talking with my kid's teachers makes me question my ability to form complete sentences.
