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On The HomeStretch- Internet Radio Guest- Mona Weathers
So, I did it. I had my first internet radio interview. I was an experience I will never forget. I was extremely nervous and not sure I made a whole lot of sense but at least it's done and over with ;o).
Debbie Alan, is a great host and I appreciate her having such a novice on the show. Though I prepared for the show for weeks, my nerves got the best of me. So when you listen to the broadcast understand that there are things I wish I could have said differently or not at all.
There are a few things I wish I had mentioned. I wish I had mentioned the co-authors of HerProBlog.COM because they are really a vital part of the site. I also wish I had elaborated more on the purpose of HerProBlog.COM. It's a great site and I don't think I did it justice by my explanation.
Overall, I think the interview was an experience I can learn from. I now have the opportunity to improve myself. Public speaking is definitely one of my weaknesses. The interview experience has motivated me to develop better public speaking skills.
A friend of mine, Stacy, gave me some advice on public speaking and interviewing before the show. If it were not for her things would have gone much differently in the interview. Stacy coached me and gave me a few mock interviews that were extremely helpful.
So what have I taken away from this experience?
- Like with anything, there must be a first time. It's important to learn from your first experiences and improve yourself.
- Think of mistakes as opportunities for improvement. No one becomes an expert overnight. Mistakes can teach us if we allow them to.
The Internet Radio Show Guest That Never Showed Up ;o)
Well, I was supposed to be a guest on the On The HomeStretch internet radio broadcast but it never happened. It's kind of funny actually.
I was supposed to be on the 10:45 slot and was told that I would be called at about 10:40. So I am sitting there waiting, and waiting. 10:45 comes around and I am thinking, "Well, maybe they are just running behind today". So, I wait some more and then it's 10:55 and I am thinking there must be something wrong.
I thought to myself "Did I pay the phone bill?". All kinds of things went through my head including, "Did I even give them my phone number?", and "Maybe they decided they did want me on the show."
After checking my email, I realized what had happened. I did give them my phone number but some how the wrong phone number was recorded or I gave them the wrong number. So, when 10:40 rolled around they did try to call me but it was the wrong number ;o). Is that funny or what?
I have to be honest, I was really looking forward to my first radio experience being behind me. But, I guess that is not how it was supposed to happen. I do have another opportunity though, next week same time, same place. I really appreciate Debbie giving me another chance to make my radio appearance.
If you are interested in hearing the show I never showed up to -you might find it humors. They mentioned me a few times ;o) .


