Growth Happens When You’re Willing to be Seen by Kalah Tyler
Showing your face and speaking in front of a camera can be a scary thing for most people. How many times have you seen a social media clip of someone and thought, “Wow, they are a natural at this”? More often than not, what you’re seeing is the result of many takes, plenty of mistakes, and a lot of practice.
So why does your heart rate jump and your palms get sweaty the moment you’re asked to step in front of the camera? The answer is simple. Fear.
We fear what other people might think about us. Some of us struggle with perfection paralysis. If a video or post doesn’t turn out a certain way, it never gets shared. Others deal with imposter syndrome, telling themselves things like, “I’m not a speaker” or “I don’t like showing my face.”
If we continue to wait for the perfect moment, it will never come. The truth is, we overcome these fears by doing. Showing up and putting in the work not only improves the quality of your content, but it also builds confidence within yourself over time.
Over the past year, social media has shifted away from overly polished content and toward relatable, user-generated moments. If there has ever been a time to be a little silly, authentic, and real on camera, it’s now. Viewers want to see you and your employees interacting with each other and with customers. They want to hear the stories of success and even the setbacks within your business.
Why? Because it’s real, and it’s relatable.
At Get Fish Slapped, we’ve seen firsthand how growth begins the moment local businesses choose to step outside their comfort zone and get in front of the camera. It’s uncomfortable at first, and sometimes even intimidating, but with the right support and guidance, that discomfort quickly turns into confidence. We’ve watched posts go from little to no visibility to 1,000+ views and beyond, simply because a business owner decided to speak up and show their face.
If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to start showing up online, consider this your sign. You don’t have to do it alone. When you’re ready, we’re here to help you take that first step.