Voice Impact Archetype™

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Quiz Questions

1.
When you speak publicly (presentations, social media, networking), you mostly feel like...
- A.
  I'm playing a character that's not quite me
- B.
  I'm saying what I think I should say
- C.
  I'm mixing my real thoughts with borrowed language
- D.
  I'm mostly myself, but holding back parts of who I am
- E.
  I sound exactly like I do in real life
2.
The language you use when speaking publicly...
- A.
  Sounds formal and unlike how I normally talk
- B.
  Uses a lot of industry jargon or phrases I've heard others say
- C.
  Mixes my natural way of speaking with "professional" language
- D.
  Is mostly my own words, but I edit myself
- E.
  Is exactly how I talk to people I trust
3.
When someone says "you sound different in person"...
- A.
  That happens all the time
- B.
  People mention that occasionally
- C.
  A few people have said that
- D.
  People say I'm exactly the same
- E.
  No one has ever said that
4.
Your message or point of view...
- A.
  Changes depending on who I'm talking to
- B.
  Borrows heavily from thought leaders I admire
- C.
  Is developing but not fully formed
- D.
  Is clear and consistent, just not always expressed well
- E.
  Is authentically mine and comes through clearl
5.
When you're sharing your story or background...
- A.
  I avoid personal details and keep it generic
- B.
  I tell the version I think people want to hear
- C.
  I share some real parts but leave out what makes me unique
- D.
  I'm getting better at sharing the real story
- E.
  I share authentically, including the messy parts
6.
After speaking publicly, you usually think...
- A.
  "That didn't sound like me at all"
- B.
  "I said what I thought I should, but it felt off"
- C.
  "Some parts felt like me, others didn't"
- D.
  "I was myself, but I could have been more open"
- E.
  "That was exactly who I am"
7.
Your biggest fear about using your real voice is...
- A.
  People won't take me seriously
- B.
  I'll sound unprofessional
- C.
  People won't understand or relate
- D.
  I'm not sure what my real voice even sounds like
- E.
  People might not like the real me
- F.
  I don't really have that fear anymore
8.
When you think about leaders whose voices you admire...
- A.
  I try to copy their style
- B.
  I use their language and frameworks
- C.
  They inspire me to find my own way of saying things
- D.
  They remind me that authenticity works
- E.
  I'm more focused on developing my own voice

Quiz Outcomes

1.
The Performed Voice
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Overview: Right now, your public voice sounds like someone else entirely. You might be using formal language that doesn't match how you actually think, or saying what you believe people want to hear instead of what you really think. This happens to most leaders, we think we need to sound "professional" or "credible," so we end up sounding like everyone else.The truth is: Your real voice is more interesting and trustworthy than the performance.Key Signs:People say you sound different in personYour public language feels stiff or unlike youYou avoid sharing personal stories or perspectivesWhat you need: Permission to sound like yourself and a framework to do it strategically. The VOICE Method™ helps you find your authentic voice AND make it compelling.Your next step: Start with clarity on who you really are and what you actually think. My Voice Strategy Session can help you bridge the gap between your real voice and your public presence.
2.
The Borrowed Voice
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Overview: You're not performing a complete character, but you're definitely borrowing. Maybe you use language from thought leaders you admire, or frameworks that don't quite fit your style. Your voice is in there somewhere, but it's mixed with so many other influences that it's hard to tell what's authentically you.The truth is: The borrowed parts are what make you sound generic. Your voice is what makes you memorable.Key Signs:You use a lot of industry jargon or phrases you've heard others sayYour message feels familiar but not quite originalYou're not sure which ideas are yours vs. influenced by othersWhat you need: Help separating your authentic insights from borrowed language, plus a way to express your real thoughts compellingly.Your next step: The VOICE Method™ helps you identify what's authentically yours and build from there. A Voice Strategy Session can help you sort through what to keep and what to let go.
3.
The Emerging Voice
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Overview: You're getting closer. Your authentic voice comes through sometimes, maybe with certain audiences or on certain topics, but it's not consistent yet. You might hold back parts of who you are or edit yourself depending on the situation. You know your real voice is more compelling, you just need help bringing it forward consistently.The truth is: You're closer than you think. You just need strategy and practice.Key Signs:Your voice feels authentic sometimes but not alwaysYou edit yourself depending on the audiencePeople occasionally say you sound different in personWhat you need: Consistent framework for bringing your authentic voice forward in every situation, plus the confidence to trust it.Your next step: The VOICE Method™ helps you develop consistency across all platforms and situations. You're ready for deeper work, either a VOICE Method™ Intensive or Strategic Voice Partnership.
4.
The Authentic Voice
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Overview: Congratulations. You've figured out something most leaders struggle with, you sound like yourself when you speak publicly. People can tell your voice is genuine, and you're comfortable sharing your real thoughts and perspectives. Now the question is: how do you make your authentic voice even more strategic and impactful? The truth is: Authenticity is your foundation. Strategy is how you scale it. Key Signs: People say you're exactly the same in person as publicly You share authentically, including personal stories Your message feels genuinely yours What you need: Strategic framework to amplify your authentic voice and create even more impact. Your next step: You're ready for advanced voice strategy. The VOICE Method™ can help you take your authentic foundation and build a platform that creates real change. Strategic Voice Partnership might be perfect for you.

Voice Impact Archetype™

But is that really YOUR voice? Take this 2-minute quiz to discover how authentic your public voice really is and what you need to sound like yourself.

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes