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Handling Hard Conversations at Live Events with Sarah & Beth of Pantsuit Politics: Podcast Ep. #125
You may not be talking about politics at your speaking engagements, but you may be discussing issues that are controversial or where people have a distinct point of view. Or, you may get a question from an audience member that throws you off. How can you handle hard conversations, whether it’s at events, panels, media…
Read MoreA Fresh Approach to Social Media Engagement with Tara McMullin: Podcast Ep. 122
Have you heard the term “call and response”? When I hear the phrase, I think of preachers, especially in black churches, who use it to engage their parishioners and uplevel the energy in the room. I was curious about where the phrase originated, so I did some searching: “Call and response is deeply embedded into…
Read MoreDesigning Your Website So It Speaks Your Brand with Melanie (Mel) Richards: Podcast Ep. 121
How does your website impact your speaking opportunities and fees? More than you may think. If you want to be seen as an authority in your field and charge premium rates, as both a speaker and an entrepreneur, your branding needs to reflect that. This includes your website, your marketing materials, your graphics, and your…
Read MoreDeconstructing a Keynote: Writing, Preparation, and Delivery: Podcast Ep. 119
In the last episode, I talked about pushing past your speaking plateau – what happens when we get to a certain point in our skillset, it’s a comfortable place, but we’re no longer progressing or challenging ourselves, and I shared some ways you can get past your plateau. That’s where my guest today, Diane Diaz,…
Read MorePush Past Your Speaking Plateau: Podcast Ep. 118
How Your Speaking, Media, and PR Can Work Together with Wendy Glaister: Podcast Ep. 115
Make More Time for Speaking and Visibility with Clockwork Principles with Adrienne Dorison: Podcast Ep. 111
Keynote to Florida Executive Women by Carol Cox
How to Put On a Winning Workshop with Carol Cox and Diane Diaz: Podcast Ep. 109
This episode is jam-packed with what you need to know to put on your own paid workshop. I recently co-hosted a workshop on Personal Branding and Visibility with Diane Diaz, founder of The Brand Teacher and a Speaking Your Brand coach. From deciding on the topic and price to selling seats to determining the agenda,…
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