The CXO Circle Podcast with host Josh Tan brings you inspiring stories of successful entrepreneurs, business owners, and thought leaders. In this episode, Josh is joined by Tricia Brouk, a former dancer, choreographer, and award-winning director turned communication and presentation mentor. Tricia shares her experiences on how to coexist with fear and turn it into energy for success. She also emphasizes the importance of preparation, being open, and transitioning from unconscious competence to conscious competence.

Key Timestamps:

00:45 - Tricia Brouk’s journey in performing arts 
08:45 - Addressing the fear of public speaking and the focus shift towards serving the audience 
12:43 - Personal anecdotes: Moving to a new apartment and embracing change 
19:35 - Spiritual influence: Tricia's exploration into Buddhism and its impact on her life and business 24:57 - Preparing for a presentation: Emphasizing pre-production work and preparation for unexpected difficulties 
32:32 - Fear vs. success: Tricia's story of stage transformation 
37:38 - Nurturing a positive mindset: A "game" with the universe for gratitude and manifestation 
44:20 - The power of vulnerability

Tricia Brouk had many great insights on how to coexist with fear, especially when it comes to public speaking and presentations. Preparation, openness, and shifting the focus from oneself to helping the audience can all help alleviate the fear of judgment.

If you enjoyed this episode of the CXO Circle Podcast, make sure to subscribe on your preferred platform. You can also visit the CXO Circle website to find more information on the podcast and additional resources.

Thank you for listening to the CXO Circle, and we hope to see you next time!