Mastering Your First Livestream (Without Losing Your Mind)
Stream Like a Boss - The Vodcast
Nervous about hitting "Go Live" for the first—or even the fiftieth—time? You're not alone, and you don't have to stay stuck in anxiety mode. In this episode, I'll break down the realistic first steps to feeling (and looking) more confident on camera, show you what to focus on (even if your tech isn't fancy), and share my favorite framework for keeping livestreams simple, structured, and truly engaging.
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How Livestreaming Saved My Coaching Business
Stream Like a Boss - The Vodcast
In this video, I share the story of why I started livestreaming and how it impacted my business. I've been an entrepreneur for many years, and I noticed a big decline in organic reach, so I had to adapt my content strategy. This led me to embrace livestreaming as a way to grow my audience. Now I have the joy of teaching other coaches how to use this format to connect with their community, generate leads, and grow a thriving business.
info_outlineNervous about hitting “Go Live” for the first—or even the fiftieth—time? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck in anxiety mode. In this episode, I’ll break down the realistic first steps to feeling (and looking) more confident on camera, show you what to focus on (even if your tech isn’t fancy), and share my favorite framework for keeping livestreams simple, structured, and truly engaging.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The real reason livestream nerves show up (and how to manage the “what if I mess up?” spiral)
- My 3 R’s for building camera confidence, even if you overthink everything
- The basic gear and setup you ACTUALLY need to start—plus what’s a waste of money at the beginning
- How to pick the best platform, so you’re not showing up where you don’t belong
- My HEART framework for planning any livestream—so you stay on track, connect with your people, and never blank out on what to say next
- The one mindset shift that’ll help you get comfortable sharing your message, imperfect lighting and all
Ready to stop looping through self-doubt and finally claim your space on camera? Grab your notepad—this one’s packed with honest, practical strategies to get you (and your business) moving!
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome and why I’m “rusty” this year
06:50 – Why livestream anxiety is normal—and why you should go live anyway
10:13 – My Toastmasters story (& what public speaking taught me about video nerves)
15:04 – The 3 R’s of Camera Confidence: Recognize, Reframe, Rehearse
24:59 – What to buy (and what not to) for your tech setup
37:33 – Picking a platform that fits your business (and personality)
41:01 – My HEART framework for structuring content that connects
49:09 – The REAL “next step” your audience wants from you
If you’re done letting fear run your livestreams (or keep you from starting), this is your permission slip to take imperfect action—because your audience needs more of YOU, not more excuses.