Public Speaking is the #1 Fear.
Even more than death.
Go with me on this…
When we are afraid of something, we naturally avoid it and then
tell ourselves lies about it not being important.
Which leads to:
bad experiences
weird feedback
lack of sales
inability to self advocate
Which concretes the belief that:
we cannot be a leader / change-maker
we are just “not good at speaking”
We should not be in business
And, if you were socialized as female, you’ve got a whole lot of cultural conditioning to work through around what happens when you do speak up.
If 86% of people from low income communities earning less than 50K a year report an intense fear of public speaking, then we have a clue as to how to address economic disparities.
The MIC Method was created to offer a simple solution for this complex problem.
Does this effect you? Take the MIC BLOCK Quiz to find out!
Meet Shannon:
Your MIC Method MENTOR
AND Speaking Coach
Shannon Ivey, MFA, AEA, PCC, is a professional actor, theatre professor, 2x TEDx speaker, author and certified coach who helps mission-driven women, queer folks, and other equity seeking people stop shrinking and start speaking with power, presence, and purpose.
As the founder of The MIC Method™—a transformational 1:1 coaching framework rooted in Message, Identity, and Connection—Shannon guides her clients from fear and overthinking to clarity and embodied presence, whether they’re preparing for the boardroom, a TEDx stage, or a major life transition.
She draws on over two decades of experience in professional theatre, storytelling strategy, and identity coaching to help people reclaim their voice and lead out loud.
Shannon is also the founder of the award-winning #WhatSheSaidProject, a podcast host, an author, a cancer survivor, and a midlife mic-drop mentor on a mission to help women, queer folks, and other equity seeking people take up space like they mean it.
Would you rather work with me
1:1 or in a small group?
I have a program JUST FOR YOU!
Group:
Speak like you mean it.
4 Weeks.
1 Coach.
10 BRAVE NEW BESTIES IN COURAGE.
The MIC Method Mastermind™ is an 4-week coaching program for women, gender expansive folks, and other equity-seeking people ready to stop shrinking, start owning their story, and speak with clarity, power, and connection—on stage, in meetings, or online.
🎯 This WORK is for you if…
You’re a mission-driven woman, creative, or leader who’s:
Tired of hiding, apologizing, or minimizing
Ready to speak with conviction in front of any room
Craving clarity around your story and your message
Preparing for a big stage, launch, or shift in visibility
Done watching others say what you wanted to say—first
🔎 You’ll learn to:
Whether you're preparing for a TEDx, keynote, a big pitch, or are simply done being invisible in rooms that matter—this method will change the way you show up and speak… for life.
✔ Clarify your core message
✔ Own your identity as a person worth listening to!
✔ Create authentic connection with any audience
Speak Like you Mean it.
June Cohort
You’re not struggling to speak.
You’re shrinking while you’re speaking.
You say the thing… then soften it
You have the idea… then over-explain it
You speak up… then second-guess how it landed
You prepare… and still freeze when the stakes rise
And afterward, you think:
“That’s not what I meant to say.”
This isn’t about confidence.
It’s about what happens in the moment your voice meets pressure.
Because when the room changes—
bigger audience
higher stakes
more visibility
Most people don’t rise.
They edit themselves in real time.
That’s shrinking.
I don’t teach you how to perform.
I teach you how to stop disappearing mid-sentence.
I’m an ICF-certified coach, professional actor, theatre professor, and 2x Tedx speaker. For decades, I’ve trained actors, speakers, and leaders to:
hold attention
use their voice under pressure
stay present when the room shifts
Because the truth is:
You don’t become someone your not when you’re handed a mic.You become yourself—amplified.
And if you’ve been shrinking?
That shows up too.
What changes when you stop shrinking:
You say the thing the first time
You stop apologizing mid-sentence
You don’t rush to fill silence
Your ideas land with weight
People respond to you differently
Not because you became louder.
Because you became clear and intentional.
HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME
OPTION 1 — JUNE COHORT (4 WEEKS)
Stop Shrinking Live Intensive
A small, live group experience to change how you speak in real time.
This is for you if:
You recognize yourself in everything above
You want live practice (not passive learning)
You’re ready to interrupt patterns as they happen
You like groups/ meeting new people
Includes:
4 weekly live sessions Mondays at 1 eastern
Real-time speaking practice - Fridays at 1 eastern
Tools and tricks for the body/mind
Stop Shrinking framework (Message / Identity / Connection)
Group accountability + feedback
Investment: $399
Speak Like You Mean It —
Private Coaching
For women and gender expansive folks who want direct, personalized support on how they speak under pressure.
This is for you if:
You’re in high-stakes leadership or visibility
You want someone to identify exactly where you shrink
You want fast, precise change
Includes:
Private coaching sessions (customized sprint)
Direct feedback on your speaking patterns
Personalized “shrink triggers” diagnosis
Real-time correction + integration
Investment: 3 months (12 sessions) / 3K
"From the first time I met Shannon, her passion for uplifting and empowering people to find their voice was evident. Even before seeking out her services, I could feel her impact on the community around me. I initially sought her out to help improve my public speaking skills, but what she was able to provide far exceeded that. Shannon helped me find my confidence in my work as a photographer and who I am as an artist. Her thoughtful strategies and insightful advice prepared me for every speaking engagement. Shannon is a kind and compassionate human who shows up for her clients in any way she can. Her commitment to listening deeply and encouraging wholeheartedly creates a safe space for you to grow. I am forever grateful for her guidance and would 10/10 recommend her services to anyone."
— Nora