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Camera Confident with Shirlee Engel
Shirlee Engel
Frequency: 1 episode/9d. Total Eps: 31

Master video confidence and visibility with the right words, presence, and strategy. National TV correspondent turned entrepreneur Shirlee Engel helps you get CAMERA READY and stand out in your industry. Shirlee scaled her first business to six figures in a year by leveraging video to land TV, podcast, and media opportunities that built credibility and influence. Now, she’s on a mission to help entrepreneurs do the same. Each episode covers how to craft your message, show up with confidence, and create buzz around your brand—so clients are lining up to work with you.
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Visibility Trap: Why Trying to Be Everywhere Can Hurt Your Brand
Season 1 · Episode 11
mardi 27 août 2024 • Duration 13:50
Why is focusing on one or two social media platforms more effective than trying to be everywhere? Discover how understanding your audience on each platform allows you to tailor your messaging in a way that resonates way more than if you post the same thing in multiple places. Different platforms have their own expectations and trends, and you can really maximize your impact by focusing your efforts where your ideal clients spend their time. Shirlee explains how prioritizing meaningful interactions and messaging over chasing vanity metrics is a winning formula.
Keywords:
social media, platforms, audience, message, authenticity, engagement, ideal client
Key takeaways:
- Focus on one or two social media platforms instead of trying to be everywhere.
- Understand the audience on each platform and tailor the message accordingly.
- Choose a platform where your ideal clients hang out and engage with them authentically.
- Prioritize message and connection over vanity metrics.
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Build Your Brand with a Sustainable Social Media Strategy
Season 1 · Episode 10
mardi 20 août 2024 • Duration 36:32
Ready to up your social media game? Dawn Ferguson, the queen of social media strategy for big brands like Forever21 and Fabletics, dishes on how purpose-driven entrepreneurs can build a killer brand online. Get the scoop on cracking the algorithm, mastering Instagram and using video to creating what she calls an "aspirational lifestyle." Plus, learn how to turn followers into clients with a smart bridge offer and when it’s time to bring in the pros to handle your social media. This episode is packed with everything you need to level up your online presence!
Keywords
social media, brand building, purpose-driven entrepreneur, algorithm, support, experts, Instagram, LinkedIn, video content, aspirational lifestyle, bridge offer, outsourcing
Takeaways
- Understand the algorithm and invest in support and experts to optimize social media strategies.
- Focus on Instagram and LinkedIn for brand building as a purpose-driven entrepreneur.
- Leverage video content to connect with the audience and showcase an aspirational lifestyle.
- Use a bridge offer to convert followers into clients and offer deeper value before making a paid offer.
- Consider outsourcing social media tasks as the business grows.
- Using Video Content to Connect with the Audience
- Creating an Aspirational Lifestyle and Bridge Offer
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:23 Dawn's Journey in Social Media
03:21 Understanding the Algorithm and Investing in Support
05:20 Leveraging Instagram and LinkedIn for Brand Building
12:11 Creating an Aspirational Lifestyle and Bridge Offer
17:05 Monetizing Social Media as an Entrepreneur
26:24 The Importance of Showing Your Face on Social Media
32:59 Outsourcing Social Media Tasks as the Business Grows
35:17 Final Thoughts
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Lights! Camera! Clients! Get Visible in 2024
Season 1 · Episode 1
mardi 25 juin 2024 • Duration 10:11
In her inaugural episode, Shirlee lays out the three main pillars of the show: What to say, how to say it, and how to create buzz. These are the fundamentals of getting visible in 2024 for any successful business, speaker or thought leader.
Connect with Shirlee
- Watch on YouTube
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
- Join Camera Confident Academy
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Camera Confident Podcast Trailer
Season 1 · Episode 1
vendredi 14 juin 2024 • Duration 00:45
COMING SOON!
I’m Shirlee Engel, former TV journalist turned creative entrepreneur.
I scaled my first business to six figures in the first year by getting VISIBLE.
I landed TV, podcast, and stage opportunities, quickly building my credibility and attracting clients in a brand-new industry where I was a NOBODY.
Now, I’m on a mission to help entrepreneurs like you do the same.
Master what to say. How to say it, and how to create buzz for your brand.
Whether you’re hitting record for the first time or trying to land major media opportunities, Camera Confident is for you…Sizzle on screen and stage, attract more clients, and bring in more cash so you can live life your way.
Connect with Shirlee
- Watch on YouTube
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
- Join Camera Confident Academy
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Engage Your Audience and Build Trust with Eye Contact
Season 1 · Episode 9
mardi 13 août 2024 • Duration 11:47
Eye contact is a critical part of establishing trust with your ideal clients, especially when you're on camera. It creates a connection and makes the person feel valued and listened to. But let's be real: looking into the camera lens can be challenging and uncomfortable. In this episode, Shirlee breaks down some techniques to help you master this essential skill, even if you think you already have!
Keywords
eye contact, camera, trust, connection, on-camera impact, engaging content
Takeaways
- Eye contact is crucial for building trust with your audience, especially on camera.
- Looking into the camera lens is not the same as looking someone in the eye, but it can be mastered with practice.
- Picture the lens as a best friend and have a conversation with it.
- Look away occasionally to mimic real-life communication.
- Watch your videos back to ensure you're making a connection with the lens.
Connect with Shirlee
- Watch on YouTube
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
Join the wait list for Camera Confident Academy
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
ChatGPT Hacks to Supercharge Your Visibility
Season 1 · Episode 8
mardi 6 août 2024 • Duration 14:45
Shirlee shares her top five ways to use ChatGPT to elevate business communication, messaging, and content creation. ChatGPT and other AI platforms are an entrepreneur's secret weapon to uncover the best podcasts and media outlets to pitch, develop and refine magnetic messaging, and craft engaging social media content. This episode is packed with insights on enhancing communication and productivity using the power of AI.
Keywords:
ChatGPT, communication, messaging, content creation, business, visibility, social media, client communications, organization, productivity
Key takeaways:
• Discover how ChatGPT can help businesses get visible by researching and pitching to podcasts and media outlets.
• Learn to refine magnetic messaging and create engaging social media content with ChatGPT.
• Find out how ChatGPT assists in crafting client communications and organizing tasks to improve productivity.
• Understand why ChatGPT is a powerful tool for enhancing communication and messaging in the digital business world.
Resources:
Download the Elevator Pitch Prompts
WATCH: Crush Your Next TV Appearance
Join Camera Confident Academy - DM Shirlee on Instagram
Connect with Shirlee
•Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Your Path to Book 3 Shows in 30 Days
Season 1 · Episode 7
mardi 30 juillet 2024 • Duration 13:56
Whether you're a seasoned media pro or you're looking to break into the spotlight, you won't want to miss this episode! From getting clear on your goals to nailing your magnetic messaging, crafting compelling pitches and effectively following up, to getting camera ready, Shirlee takes you through the five key steps to landing 3 speaking gigs in 30 days.
Key Takeaways
- Setting clear goals and objectives is crucial for booking visibility opportunities.
- Nailing magnetic messaging is essential to attract and convert dream clients.
- Crafting compelling pitches tailored to each opportunity increases the chances of success.
- Effective follow-up is important to ensure pitches are seen and considered.
- Getting camera ready and preparing for appearances is key to making a strong impression.
- Aligning opportunities with business goals and target audiences is essential for success.
Resources:
Download the Elevator Pitch Prompts
WATCH: Gatekeeper Secrets to Booking Your Next TV Spot
Join Camera Confident Academy
Connect with Shirlee
- Watch on YouTube
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Rewire Your Brain to Clear the Fear of Public Speaking
Season 1 · Episode 6
mardi 23 juillet 2024 • Duration 38:07
Diana Sofia, a subconscious reprogramming and mindset coach, joins Shirlee to discuss why so many entrepreneurs struggle with self-doubt and fear when it comes to public speaking and being on camera.
Through methods like Rapid Resolution Therapy®, hypnotherapy, EFT/tapping, and neurolinguistic programming, she clears limiting beliefs and rewires the subconscious mind to feel more at ease and natural in these situations.
Diana and Shirlee talk about the challenges of being authentic on camera and strategies to handle the pressure to be perfect on social media.
Keywords: camera confidence, overcoming fear, building confidence, public speaking, subconscious mind, limiting beliefs, rewiring, authenticity, social media, consistency, repetition, visualization, communication skills
Takeaways
- Clearing limiting beliefs and rewiring the subconscious mind can help entrepreneurs feel more at ease and confident in front of the camera.
- Consistency and repetition on social media are important for building trust and connecting with potential clients, even if the engagement metrics don't reflect immediate success.
- Authenticity is key on camera, and imperfections can actually make a person more relatable and engaging.
- Visualization exercises can help individuals practice and improve their communication skills, even when they don't have the opportunity to record videos in real life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:48 Understanding the Fear of Being on Camera
06:03 Clearing Limiting Beliefs and Rewiring the Subconscious Mind
13:08 Overcoming Blocks and Embracing Authenticity
19:18 Navigating Social Media and the Pressure to be Perfect
26:25 The Power of Consistency and Repetition
35:46 Using Visualization to Improve Communication Skills
38:36 Conclusion
Connect with Shirlee
Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
Join Camera Confident Academy
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Crush Your Next Television Appearance
Season 1 · Episode 5
mardi 16 juillet 2024 • Duration 15:10
In part 2 of her interview with Simon Ostler, former Executive Producer and Managing Editor of Global Television News, Shirlee discusses everything from how to prepare for a TV appearance, how to promote yourself or your business without sounding sales-y. We tackle everything from what to do after landing a media opportunity, to preparing for the appearance, to promoting yourself naturally during the interview, to leveraging the earned media for further exposure. You'll learn all about the importance of perseverance, adaptability, and compelling storytelling in securing media coverage.
Keywords: media pitching, news outlets, audience engagement, local media, expert voice, storytelling, character-driven stories, social media presence, media relationships, hooks for media pitches, following up on pitches, media coverage, newsrooms, communication, phone calls, social media, visuals, video content, preparation, promotion, earned media, storytelling
Takeaways
- Providing visuals and video content can enhance your chances of securing media coverage
- After landing a media opportunity, gather key information about the appearance and be prepared
- Promote yourself naturally during the interview without making it obvious
- Record and leverage the earned media for further exposure
- Perseverance, adaptability, and compelling storytelling are key to securing media coverage
Follow Simon Ostler on LinkedIn
Connect with Shirlee
- Watch on YouTube
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
- Join Camera Confident Academy
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch
Gatekeeper Secrets to Booking Your Next TV Spot
Season 1 · Episode 4
mardi 9 juillet 2024 • Duration 34:33
Shirlee interviews Simon Ostler, former executive producer and managing editor at Canadian TV network Global News about what it REALLY takes to land an appearance on a TV show.
In part 1 of this extensive interview, Simon shares insights on how businesses can pitch to the media and gain exposure and how to build relationships and trust with the media gatekeepers. Shirlee and Simon highlight the importance of positioning yourself as an expert and problem solver for the media, rather than solely promoting your business.
Learn tips on finding the right media outlets to pitch to, building relationships with journalists, and using social media effectively. He cautions against pitching on topics that one is not truly knowledgeable about and emphasizes the need for trust and authenticity in media pitches so you can secure media coverage and unlock new audiences.
Keywords: media pitching, news outlets, audience engagement, local media, expert voice, storytelling, character-driven stories, social media presence, media relationships, hooks for media pitches, following up on pitches, media coverage, newsrooms, communication, phone calls, social media, visuals, video content, preparation, promotion, earned media, storytelling
Takeaways
- Pitching to the media can help businesses reach a large and engaged audience and build trust within the community.
- Targeting local media outlets allows businesses to focus on specific communities and generate more traction.
- Positioning oneself as an expert and problem solver for the media increases the chances of getting media coverage.
- Building relationships with journalists and being authentic in pitches is crucial for success.
- Social media presence and content can serve as a video resume and help businesses get discovered by the media.
- Finding hooks and timely angles for media pitches increases the chances of getting media coverage.
- Following up on pitches can be done by offering exclusivity to one outlet at a time and being patient in the process. Be genuine in your approach when communicating with newsrooms
- Phone calls can be an effective way to get a response, but social media communication can also work
Connect with Shirlee
Attend Shirlee's next free training - DM the word VISIBLE on Instagram!
- Learn the strategy to use an AI-powered video strategy to supercharge your visibility - Join my next FREE live training!
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Follow/Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Download the prompts to create your perfect elevator pitch