The fear of public speaking, whether in front of large or small groups, is extremely common. While many people experience this fear, it can be managed and overcome with practice and time. Mariama Whyte not only shares her personal journey in a unique and compelling way, but she offers an accessible and empowering framework for people to begin trusting their own voices so they can fully express themselves with confidence, authenticity, and impact wherever they are. Mariama Whyte is a singer, songwriter, actor, speaker, coach and ebook author from

Cleveland, OH. She has performed in the Broadway National Tours of The Lion King and The

Color Purple, and on several regional theatre and music stages. As a speaker, she combines

dynamic storytelling and singing to enrich her audiences and coaches individuals to communicate and perform with confidence and presence. Mariama has released various music projects as an independent recording artist and is excited to release her new album,

"Hey You It's Me” in 2023. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx