Speak Like It Matters Podcast
Welcome to Speak Like It Matters (formerly Visionary Voice) — the podcast for courageous, purpose-driven leaders who want to communicate with clarity, confidence and credibility.
I’m Csilla Muscan, public speaking coach, storyteller, and the creator of the 'You Are The Message' framework.
Here’s the deal: If you want to be the kind of speaker who leads with clarity, connects with depth, and actually gets remembered—you’re in the right place.
This isn’t about fluffy pep talks or recycled TEDx tips.
This is about building a message that resonates, a presence that commands, and a voice that leads—whether you're speaking on stage, on camera, or in a client conversation.
If your message feels unclear, your delivery falls flat, or you're tired of blending in with the sea of “experts” out there, this show will help you sharpen your voice and show up like it matters.
🎯 New episodes weekly.
🎙️ Practical tools. Real stories. Honest conversations.
Let’s turn your voice into your greatest leadership asset.
Ready to speak with impact? Hit play—let’s get to work.
Speak Like It Matters Podcast
The Most Overlooked Communication Skill? Emotional Control
Everyone’s out here chasing charisma…
But no one’s talking about what actually earns you trust when the spotlight’s hot or the Zoom room goes silent:
Emotional control.
Yep.
Not the sexiest leadership skill, but hands down one of the most important—and most ignored.
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why this quiet little superpower matters way more than that perfectly timed TED Talk hand gesture.
Here’s what we cover (with plenty of real talk + practical tips):
- What emotional control actually is—and what it isn’t
- What to do (and not do) when feedback feels like a personal attack
- How to stop spiraling when your team doesn’t get it the first time
- What happens when you panic on stage—and how to recover like a pro
- How emotionally mature speakers hold the room (even when people walk out 👀)
Because listen… composure is magnetic. It builds trust. It builds presence.
And it makes you the kind of speaker and leader people actually want to follow—not just clap for.
So whether you’re leading 1:1, managing a team, or standing center stage—this episode is your pep talk and your playbook.
🎤 Want more? Grab these:
🎧 10 Mistakes That Kill Your Vocal Presence (Free Download)
🚀 The Speaker Accelerator Intensive
You’ve got the message. Let’s make sure it lands with power, presence, and zero panic. 💥
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or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/
Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com
