254. Top tier tips from TV reporter Ashleigh Paholek

Ever wondered how TV reporters keep their cool when the camera is rolling live and there’s no second take?

In this episode, I’m joined by Ashleigh Paholek – confidence coach, Channel 10 Melbourne news reporter, and founder of Tier Society.

Ashleigh shares:

• 🎥 The nerve-wracking story of her very first live cross – and how she stopped her voice from shaking.

• 💪 Her top strategies for recovering when things go wrong mid-presentation.

• 🙌 The surprising confidence lessons from approaching strangers for vox pops (and why rejection isn’t personal).

• 🍺 The most Aussie news story she’s ever covered – yes, it involves a kangaroo and a beer.

• 🎤 Why she believes confidence is a decision, not a personality trait.

We also swap our own live-TV war stories, laugh over on-air bloopers (Lod Raver, anyone?), and talk about the real preparation that makes confidence look effortless.

If you’re an aspiring or emerging journalist, a public speaker, or just someone who wants to care less about what people think and show up with more presence – this episode is packed with practical tips you can use straight away.

🔗 Links & Mentions

• Follow Ashleigh on Instagram: @ashpaholek | @tiersociety 

•   PRE-ORDER My book VOICEPRINT NOW - https://www.sallyprosser.com.au/book

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•  Want to explore what’s holding your voice back? Book a free chat HERE 

Links & Resources

🎤 The Magnetic Voice Formula Mini-Course – use code MAGNETIC for your discount
🧘‍♀️ Public Speaking Chakra Meditation (available at checkout)
🔮 Soul Speakers Membership – includes free access to the mini-course
📺 Follow along on socials @sallyprosservoice @thatvoicepodcast