How to Stand Out on a Panel: A Presence Coach's Guide
A panel is one of the hardest formats to shine in, and almost nobody prepares for it differently than a solo talk. Here's how to stand out — before, during, and in the long stretches when you're not even speaking. Including what to do when a moderator tries to talk over you, and how to sit on a bar stool without swaying.
From Immigrant to Fashion CEO: Eve DeMartine on Rejection, Posture, and Why Confidence Comes From Action
Eve DeMartine arrived in the US knowing one person and facing rejection after rejection. Seventeen years later she founded Popilush, which reached millions of customers in three years. On Confidence Secrets she explained why confidence comes from action, not the other way around — plus the posture rules she never breaks.
Everyone's Calling Create & Cultivate 2026 a Disaster. Here's What I Actually Saw.
Everyone's calling Create & Cultivate 2026 a disaster. The parking was bad, the lines were long, the sound failed. Here's the honest version — what was genuinely worth complaining about, what was overblown, and what I watched happen on those stages that nobody's talking about.
Body Language for Public Speaking: How to Look Confident on Stage
The fastest way to look confident on stage is to stop moving so much. Not more gestures, not more projection — deliberate stillness. Here are the five body language mechanics that determine how an audience perceives your authority, the mistakes speakers make most often, and how to actually practice the fix.
Confidence After 40: Terry Tateossian on Reinvention, Stillness, and Showing Up When You Don't Feel Ready
Terry Tateossian spent years walking into conferences and boardrooms 80 pounds overweight — and commanded them anyway. On Confidence Secrets, she explained why she doesn't prepare for what could go wrong, why 90% of communication is silence, and why losing the weight didn't give her confidence back.
Presence Coach vs. Confidence Coach: What's the Difference?
Confidence coach, presence coach, executive presence coach — used interchangeably, they solve different problems. One works on how you feel. The other works on what people perceive. Here's the real difference, why picking wrong costs accomplished women years, and how to tell which one you actually need.
Why Your Messaging Is Losing You Clients — And How to Fix It, with Lucy Bedewi
Lucy Bedewi got fired from her first job for having too many opinions — then built a multi-six-figure brand messaging business by 22. On Confidence Secrets, she explained why confident women are specific, why a brand voice built only on positive traits is forgettable, and what ChatGPT actually does to your copy.
What Type of Presence Coaching Is Right for You? Event Poise vs. Presence Mastery
Event Poise or Presence Mastery? Kate Ziuz talks about Presence Coaching and what’s right for you. The answer comes down to one question: do you have one high-stakes moment coming up, or are you building recurring visibility? Here's the same decision framework I use on strategy calls — including the honest cases where the answer is "neither, yet.
Breaking the "Perfect Mom" Myth: Krystal Jugarap on Presence, Perfectionism, and Building an Empire
In high school, Krystal Jugarap had a product people wanted to buy — and perfectionism made sure nothing happened. Today she runs a jewelry brand and a community of 100+ women-owned businesses. On the Confidence Secrets Podcast with Kate Ziuz, she shared what changed: networking as the one who approaches first, showing up without the full production, and why boundaries are a presence strategy.
You Don't Need More Confidence. Here's What You Actually Need.
You've been told you need more confidence to get the gig, own the room, be taken seriously. So you did the inner work — and you're still being overlooked. Here's the truth: confidence was never the problem. Confidence is invisible. Your body is what people see — and it's running patterns that have nothing to do with how you feel.
Why Being Known Matters More Than Being Perfect: Taylor Smith on Personal Branding and Showing Up
Taylor Smith went from a $27K teaching salary to four businesses and over a million dollars in sales — and the turning point was a conference ticket she almost didn't buy. On Confidence Secrets, she shared her networking playbook, the perfectionism trap, and the stage habit she never knew she had until a presence coach caught it.
Is Your Presence Undermining Your Expertise?
You can be the most qualified person in the room and still be the one they overlook. If your presence isn't matching your expertise — on camera, on stage, or in the room — that gap is costing you clients and credibility. Here's what the authority-presence mismatch looks like, why it happens to accomplished women specifically, and how to fix it.
From $55K in Debt to Millionaire in 3 Years: Lisa Easton on Morning Routines, Mindset, and Presence
Lisa Easton went from $55K in debt to millionaire in 3 years — not by luck, but by building daily habits that changed how she showed up. On Confidence Secrets, she shared the three presence principles behind her transformation. Here's what every founder building a visible brand needs to hear.
The Most Popular Questions About Presence — Answered
What is presence? Can introverts have it? Does it only matter for executives? Presence coach Kate Ziuz answers the most popular questions about presence — directly, without the fluff — plus her favorite quotes on what presence actually means.
Who Needs a Presence Coach? Your Questions Answered.
Wondering if presence coaching is actually meant for someone like you? If you're a founder building visibility through podcasts, speaking, or content — here's everything you need to know before booking a call.
How to Prepare for a Remote Podcast Interview When You're Nervous on Camera
If you're nervous before a remote podcast interview, the answer isn't to calm down. It's to prepare your body differently. Here's what's actually undermining your presence on screen — and how to fix it before you hit join.
Are You Making These Body Language Mistakes at Networking Events?
Presence coach Kate Ziuz shares her April field notes — 7 body language mistakes she spotted at LA networking events and exactly how to fix each one. Here are the body language and presence mistakes I spotted at networking events in Los Angeles last month — and what every single one of them is silently costing you.
What Is Executive Presence and How Do You Build It?
You don't need a corner office to need executive presence. You need it every time your credibility, your authority, or your first impression is on the line — which is most days. Here's what it actually means, and why it's learnable.
7 Presence Mistakes I Keep Seeing at LA Events (And How to Fix Them)
A presence coach's field notes from real LA events — networking mixers, panels, and conferences. These 7 body language and speaking mistakes are costing smart women their authority. Here's how to fix every one.
How to Master Eye Contact: Look Confident and Approachable in Any Room
Want to look confident and approachable without overdoing it? Mastering eye contact is key - but it’s not just about staring someone down. Learn how to strike the perfect balance between presence and warmth, so you can command attention in any room. Read more to refine your body language and elevate your presence!