Unlocking Confidence: Public Speaking, Music, & Growth with Adam Cole – EP 224

In this episode, I sit down with Adam Cole, a jazz musician, educator, author, and confidence coach. Adam shares his fascinating journey from performing jazz and teaching music to becoming a sought-after confidence coach. He discusses the different phases of life and how we can reinvent ourselves. We also discuss how confidence is crucial in public speaking, music, and professional growth and how Adam gets his clients over the hump and into a space where they can effectively share their message with the right audience.

Topics covered include:
✔️ Overcoming stage fright & performance anxiety
✔️ Transitioning careers & finding new passions
✔️ The power of mentorship & self-awareness
✔️ The Feldenkrais Method & body awareness for confidence
✔️ Starting a side hustle and breaking through self-doubt

Whether you want to grow personally or professionally, this episode offers wisdom on embracing change, building confidence, and stepping into new challenges.

Links

Connect with Adam Cole:

🌐 Website: www.acole.net or www.adamthelearningcoach.com
📺 YouTube: Truer MU Channel
🎶 Piano Lessons & Coaching: Available in-person (Atlanta) or via Zoom

You can also watch this conversation on YouTube by using this link: https://youtu.be/HCcKju3v5EI

Upcoming Event: 🎤 Billy Joel Sing-Along Concert – March 29, 4 PM @ First Christian Church of Decatur, Atlanta. Don’t miss it!

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