
It's time to evolve from speaker to thought leader.
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That means you.
We need more women as thought leaders.
We know that it's through women’s stories, voices, and visibility, we challenge the status quo and change existing systems, to benefit more people.
Your brave and bold message, thought leadership project, and signature talk are key.
The Problem?
You, your business, and what matters to you is getting lost in a sea of online noise and cookie-cutter content.
You know you have a bigger message, but you have lots of ideas swirling around.
How can you stand out and make your presentations and interviews compelling?
How can you make a bigger impact with your message and put more meaning into your business?
How can you be seen as a thought leader and not another {unpaid} speaker?
What differentiates thought leaders from others is having a participatory project: it could be a podcast, a book, an event, or an initiative.

The Solution
You need to position and market yourself as a thought leader, with a bold message, well-crafted signature talk, and visibility plan to attract the right opportunities.
Thought leaders have these elements in common:
- Viewpoint that's interesting & unique
- Open, bold, and direct in their message and communication
- Individual/personal story that they universalize
- Container/project for their thought leadership (this is key!)
- Emotive, real and vulnerable in their content and delivery
Our Thought Leader Academy program provides personalized expert coaching, peer support, training, and accountability.
Why Choose Us?
We know how to make engaging speeches & events. Our summit attendees raved that it was the best virtual event experience they've had. They were glued to their screens!
We have years of experience creating and delivering presentations and we've worked with hundreds of women on theirs.
Our unique Signature Talk Canvas® is a proven framework for creating presentations, whether lead generation webinars or story-driven TED-style talks.
Our founder Carol Cox has been called one of the best speaking coaches out there by a TED organizer who's worked with dozens of coaches worldwide.
Women-Focused
Our mission is to amplify women's voices and develop more women thought leaders and prominent speakers.

With this program, you will...
Position yourself as a thought leader with a BOLD message and project.
Join the chorus of BRAVE women who are speaking up.
Go BEYOND the ordinary with a compelling signature talk.
Are you ready to use your voice to change our world?
Meet Some of Our Academy Graduates


I've gotten so much out of this program and am so grateful that I joined. The network is incredible. The women in this group are genuinely supportive and feel like part of my tribe.
Through this program I’ve been able to:
- Launch a podcast
- Create a lead generation webinar
- Implement new coaching services in my business
- Generate enhanced visibility
- Build confidence in my messaging
Your time and your voice are worthy of $$$. TLA is an amazing resource!
— Jackie Roby, Founder of Inspired Journey Consulting

I’ve gained so much confidence and have been able to create content that is able to clearly convey the message I want to share with the world. I can say it’s truly changed my life!
This program has helped me:
- Create my TED-Style and Signature Talk
- Improve my visibility and confidence
- Land several speaking opportunities
- Clearly convey my message
- Connect with and get feedback from other women
Thank you for encouraging me and most of all for creating the absolute most amazing space for women to find and grow their voices.
— Zaribel Clay, Business Owner, Writer & Speaker


Until this program, I’ve never invested in myself professionally. I needed a program like this to motivate me to start thinking of ways to create a professional side hustle. This was the best investment I did for myself.
This program empowered women like me with speaking and thought leadership materials, connected us with like-minded women, and most importantly boosted our confidence with future endeavors.
I consider Carol and Diane to be my "lucky charms" because since the I started the program I've had good things happening to me--diversifying my profile, networking opportunities, and pushing myself to go outside my comfort zone.
— Usha Tewari, Speaker & Advocate

When I joined, my goals were to improve my speaking skills, create a TED-Style talk, and build confidence in my delivery.
While in the program I booked two opportunities to share my TED-style talk, and my confidence in my speaking skills has increased tremendously.
This is the best coaching experience I've had as an entrepreneur.
I am so proud of what we have accomplished independently and together. I can't wait to see how our thought leadership impacts our communities, audiences, and humanity.
— Mary Beth Simon, Owner of Niche Partnership Consulting


I joined the Academy because I wanted to get clarity on my message and how to structure a talk.
You have curated an amazing group. Every week the women in the program inspired me with their courage.
This program gave me the unique experience of being led vs. being the one guiding others. I had a chance to relax into someone else's expert process and finally dig into the core of what I want to express to the world.
If you're an aspiring thought leader and want to get clarity on your message and courage to speak your truth - THIS is the program for you!
— Betsy Jordyn, Owner of a Marketing Agency

I joined the Academy because I wanted to come up with a thought leadership message and see myself as a thought leader in my field.
Now, I have a fully planned ready-to-execute thought leadership project, clarity and feedback on my message, and my signature talk.
You've got me thinking about my business in very tangible ways and getting out of my comfort zone and more importantly HEAD! Your homework has me continuously connecting dots and it's powerful. It's the breakthrough I needed.
This was truly an enjoyable experience! Highly recommend. Very interactive. Love how responsive and attentive the Speaking Your Brand team is.
— Natalie Legrand, Leadership and Social Impact Consultant
Pricing
Tier 1

$3,250 pay in full
$875 x 4 payments
Includes: Full Academy with weekly calls, training, mastermind, & community
2 spots remaining
Tier 2

$5,250 pay in full
$1,325 x 4 payments
Includes: Full Academy & 4 hours of 1:1 coaching time with our coaches Diane Diaz or Marie Fiebach
2 spots remaining
Tier 3

$7,500 pay in full
$1,900 x 4 payments
Includes: Full Academy & 4 hours of 1:1 coaching time with Founder & CEO Carol Cox
1 spot remaining

Bonuses Valued at Over $2,400
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Guest Speakers
Additional training with our guest experts on sales, podcast pitching, media pitching & prep, and more.
Value = $1,500+
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Coaching Session
30-minute 1:1 coaching call with our coaches that you can use anytime during the program.
Value = $247
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Podcast Episode
The first 4 women to enroll (in Tier 2 or Tier 3) get an episode on the Speaking Your Brand podcast. An excellent way to showcase your thought leadership message to our audience!
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Webinar Course
You'll get access to our Webinar Idea to Launch course.
Value = $397
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LinkedIn Masterclass
You'll get access to our LinkedIn for Speakers masterclass.
Value = $197
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Summit Recordings
Recordings of the incredible speakers & panels from our virtual summit.
Priceless 😊
Have questions about the program?
How Past Participants Have Benefitted


I've always known that working on my speaking skills was a key part of my business that I needed to invest in. I've spent years listening to Carol's podcast so when the group program opportunity came up I just knew I had to get on board.
The benefits from this program have been immense. I've booked several paid talks since joining and I know it's been because of the group program.
I love the group format as I get to support and the see the progress of the other women, learn more about their expertise and share in their journey.
I would 100% recommend Carol Cox and Diane Diaz for anything speaking related and will definitely call on their expertise again in the future.
— Michelle Gyimah, Speaker & Workshop Facilitator on the Gender Pay Gap in the U.K.


Your group program helped me tremendously, particularly in these areas:
- Accountability makes the goals real.
- The support of other members of the group, especially when impostor syndrome starts lurking in the back of my mind.
- Receiving “The How” to do it was priceless. This last benefit is crucial to your program. Many courses offer nonspecific general advice, but here we received dedicated action steps for each person’s situation.
To me you are the "it" person when it comes to speaking coaches.”
— Carmen Landrau, M.D., Professional Speaker

In your group program, I really benefitted from:
- the valuable collaboration and feedback from other successful women who are experts in their craft
- understanding how to pitch
- how to effectively tell a story and how transition into and out of it
- how to ask for an opportunity to speak
- how to simplify my message so that it’s understood and received properly
This was a valuable program for me both personally and professionally.”
— Jamara Wilson, Founder, Tuxedo Impressions