The Courage to Be Seen: Why Showing Up on Video Changes Everything

Spoiler alert: You don’t need to be perfect to show up on camera.
You just need to be present.

I recently sat down with my friend Kim Ward on her podcast, Life by Design, and we talked about the real reason most entrepreneurs stay stuck when it comes to showing up on video.

And no—it’s not because they need a better camera.

It’s because showing up on video feels vulnerable. Raw. Exposing.
And when you're building a heart-led business while juggling, well, life—it’s easy to put visibility on the back burner.

But here’s the truth bomb I dropped on the episode:

Visibility isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s a lifeline for your business.

From Broadway to Behind-the-Scenes (to Back in the Spotlight)

I shared parts of my story I don’t always talk about—like being on Broadway as a kid, working behind the scenes in Hollywood for decades, and eventually learning how to turn the camera on myself.

Trust me, it’s a whole different ballgame when it’s your name, your face, your message.

And for many of us (especially introverts, perfectionists, and recovering people-pleasers), the fear isn’t about the camera—it’s about being seen.

Here’s What We Covered in the Episode:

🎬 You don’t have to perform. This isn’t Netflix—it’s FaceTime.
You’re not putting on a show. You’re having a conversation.

🙅‍♀️ Perfectionism is fear dressed up in Spanx.
Done is better than perfect. Always.

👀 Faceless content isn’t building connection.
People want to see you. Not just your Canva graphics.

🧠 Your subconscious might be holding the mic.
Fear of judgment? Fear of messing up? That’s old programming—and we can rewire it.

💌 Your message is someone’s answer.
And hiding it? That’s not humble. That’s withholding.

If You’ve Been Hiding in Plain Sight…

This episode is for you.

Whether you’ve been stuck in content creation limbo, waiting for the “perfect time” to post, or spiraling every time you try to hit record—this conversation will shift something in you.

You’ll walk away with mindset reframes, tangible next steps, and a whole lot of encouragement to show up as you—messy, magnetic, and ready.

And if you’re ready to take the next step—privately, gently, and at your own pace...

💥 Download The Courage to Be Seen Playbook

A 3-day challenge delivered straight to your inbox to help you:

✅ Practice simple, private video exercises—no pressure
✅ Rewire fear and build camera confidence
✅ Feel natural, grounded, and ready to be seen

Each day, you’ll get a short video lesson and one small action step—designed to get you visible without the stress spiral.

Because you don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to start.

Because when you’re no longer afraid to be seen…
Your business starts being seen, too.

Visibility isn’t just personal—it’s profitable.