I’ve spent my life walking into stressful rooms where I wanted to do magnificent things but found it hard to do normal things, like breathe. Have you had that experience? This session explores how to move from “I can’t breathe” to “I’m regularly doing magnificent things.” Drawing on techniques refined over decades of acting, alongside new insights into human behavior and current engagement strategies, Pressure Cooker Confidence examines how to cultivate internal strength in moments of perceived powerlessness.

Learning to harness internal power yields significant benefits for individuals and enhances organizational dynamics. The focus is on creating a personal set of guiding principles to foster better behaviors and catalyze personal and professional transformation. In times of crisis, such as during a pandemic, the ability to cultivate internal power becomes even more crucial.

Key takeaways from this session include:

• Embrace and apply Roger’s Rules: Own the Room, Fight to Be Positive, Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable.
• Gain insights into the neuroscience of stress and acquire practical tips to conquer fear, anxiety, and nervousness.
• Discover strategies to amplify your resilience and become a more empowered version of yourself when facing stressors.

This session is designed to empower individuals to thrive in challenging environments and to foster a mindset of continual growth and resilience.