Posts by Carol Cox
Confident Speaker: Our New 100% AI-Generated Podcast
I’ve just launched a brand new podcast (not an episode, an entirely new show). It’s called Confident Speaker and I created it to answer the most common and pressing questions I hear about public speaking. But here’s the twist: this entire podcast is 100% AI-generated. Why? Because with over 400 episodes of the Speaking Your Brand podcast, I know it…
Read MoreCarol Cox on the Reframe to Create Podcast
What exactly is “thought leadership”? My answer may surprise you. I’m so glad Joy Spencer asked me that question (and other insightful ones). In episode 107 of her Reframe to Create podcast, Joy and I talk about: What thought leadership really means and why you might already be doing it The different “packages” your thought leadership can take How…
Read MoreWhat Most Speakers Miss: 3 Secrets to Insightful and Inspirational Presentations: Podcast Ep. 429
Last month, I gave a live presentation at a packed AI meetup in Orlando. The topic? “Behind the Scenes of an AI-Powered Business: Workflows that Save Time and Scale Impact.” There were about 60 people in the room – some tech-savvy, some just beginning to explore AI, some were friends and clients, and many were…
Read MoreHow to Escape the Expert Trap and Become a Thought Leader in the AI Age
As technology advances at lightning speed, the role of thought leaders has never been more critical. The AI age is upon us, and it’s changing the landscape for experts across every industry. If you want to stay relevant, resonate with your audience, and make a lasting impact, you have to move beyond simply sharing…
Read MoreCarol 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…
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