Posts by Carol Cox
Carol Cox Speaking at Teaching and Learning with AI Conference
I’ll be speaking again at the Teaching and Learning with AI conference this summer! Ever since ChatGPT launched 2-1/2 years ago, I’ve integrated generative AI into the business and marketing classes I teach at Full Sail University. Students need to understand not only how AI will impact their work, but the strengths and weaknesses of…
Read MoreThe Heart of Your Message: Why Emotion is Your Secret Speaking Superpower
When it comes to delivering a powerful presentation or keynote, it’s not just about the facts and figures. The real impact comes from connecting with your audience on an emotional level – and that means finding the emotional heart of your message. In this blog post, I’m going to share why this matters, how…
Read MoreCarol Cox Presenting at AI+Data Meetup
I’ll be presenting on “Behind the Scenes of an AI-Powered Business: Workflows that Save Time and Scale Impact” at the AI+Data Meetup in Orlando on May 28, 2025. I’m going to show how I’m integrating AI agents and automation into my daily operations, from content repurposing and CRM follow-up to marketing workflows and personal assistant…
Read MoreHow to Land a TEDx Talk: From Idea to Application
For many speakers, landing a TEDx talk is a major goal – and for good reason. TEDx talks have the power to transform your career, amplify your voice, and share your ideas with a global audience. But how do you actually make it happen? In this post, I’m sharing my insider tips from years…
Read MoreCarol Cox Announced as WIN Speaker for International Association of Assessing Officers’ Annual Conference
This year’s International Association of Assessing Officers’ WIN luncheon speaker is CAROL COX, founder and CEO of Speaking Your Brand®, a coaching and training company that works with mission-driven organizations, executives, and entrepreneurs to elevate their communication, public speaking, and thought leadership. Honored as one of Orlando’s Women of the Year, her work is driven…
Read MoreWhat a Signature Talk Really Is – and What It Should Be Doing for You
If you’ve ever wondered what exactly a “signature talk” is — and whether you really need one — you’re not alone. I’ve worked with hundreds of women over the years who had incredible expertise and stories to share, but weren’t quite sure how to turn all of that into a compelling, cohesive presentation. The…
Read MoreWant to Feel More Confident on Stage? Start Here.
Let me take you behind the scenes for a moment. I’ve spoken on hundreds of stages, appeared live on TV as a political analyst, and taught workshops to entrepreneurs and leaders for years. And still… I get nervous. Sometimes really nervous. In fact, I had one of my worst-ever speaking experiences at a TEDxWomen…
Read MoreThe Business of Speaking: From Lead Gen to Speaker Fees
Are you getting an ROI from your speaking engagements? Whether that ROI comes in the form of new leads and clients or actual speaker fees, your speaking should be working for you, not just leaving you with warm fuzzies and a thank-you email. In this post, I’m walking you through two powerful ways to…
Read MoreYou don’t need a script – you need improv – to improve your speaking skills
The first time I took an improv class, I hated it. I wanted to know what I was going to say. I wanted to feel in control. I wanted an agenda or a script or slides (or at least notes!). But improv doesn’t work that way. I had to learn to let go, to stop…
Read MoreCome to Our 1-Day Speaking & Messaging Workshop in Orlando on June 5
Whether you’re preparing for your next speaking engagement or launching your visibility strategy, this is the hands-on and fun experience you’ve been waiting for. In just one day, you’ll go from having a rough idea (or no idea at all!) to building your talk using our Signature Talk Canvas® framework – and then practice delivering…
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