Feb 17, 2021
Today’s episode features Sherhara Downing, Public Speaking
Coach, Executive Trainer and Founder of Level Comm, a
communications agency that teaches customized communication
practices and strategies that educate and empower employees to
improve performance and productivity.
With a B.A. in Journalism and a M.S. in Integrated Marketing
Communications, Sherhara chose the path less traveled in the
communications field after realizing that her innate talent for
public speaking, as displayed in her work as an engaging MC and
event host, was in high demand, particularly for those navigating
the corporate world. She made the decision to turn her talent into
a teachable skill, and thus began her career journey as a public
speaking coach and trainer, working with corporations, executives
and individuals on communication and interpersonal skills in the
workplace.
Since launching Level Comm in 2014, Sherhara has also expanded
her offering to specializing in teaching women entrepreneurs to
concisely speak with confidence, charisma and
credibility.
Listen as we discuss Sherhara’s perspective on the specific
communication challenges that Black women often encounter in the
workplace, how to find the balance between showing personality and
maintaining your power, the pros and cons of code switching, and
her top tips and practices for developing strong public speaking
skills, whether you're in corporate or being the voice for your own
business.