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175 - Umms, Ahhs, and Filler Words - Are They Really That Bad?

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Concerned your umms and ahhs are undermining your credibility?

In this week’s episode I’m answering a listener question about training yourself OUT OF saying ‘ummmm’ and ‘ahhhh’, and also providing my thoughts on whether umms and ahhs are really as bad as we think.

Listen in to hear:

  • Why you might want to ‘chill out’ when it comes to your use of umms and ahhs

  • How silence, and ‘speaking to your full stops’ can be a useful way to stop using filler words

  • Some alternative filler words or phrases that will engage your audience and give your mind time to ‘catch up’

  • My controversial take on another key question that some speaking coaches says undermines your credibility

  • Why being on message is more important than any umm or ahh you might use

Want my full lesson on how to stop umming and ahhhing? Visit -

Want to ask a question for a future podcast - connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram here.

Join my Impact Club for high touch support, guidance, coaching and community for humble leaders.

  continue reading

177 episodes

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Content provided by Cat Matson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Cat Matson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Concerned your umms and ahhs are undermining your credibility?

In this week’s episode I’m answering a listener question about training yourself OUT OF saying ‘ummmm’ and ‘ahhhh’, and also providing my thoughts on whether umms and ahhs are really as bad as we think.

Listen in to hear:

  • Why you might want to ‘chill out’ when it comes to your use of umms and ahhs

  • How silence, and ‘speaking to your full stops’ can be a useful way to stop using filler words

  • Some alternative filler words or phrases that will engage your audience and give your mind time to ‘catch up’

  • My controversial take on another key question that some speaking coaches says undermines your credibility

  • Why being on message is more important than any umm or ahh you might use

Want my full lesson on how to stop umming and ahhhing? Visit -

Want to ask a question for a future podcast - connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram here.

Join my Impact Club for high touch support, guidance, coaching and community for humble leaders.

  continue reading

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