Finding Your Voice
From Technical Talks to Inspiring Keynotes: Finding Your Authentic Speaking Style with Elaine Schomburg-LaFleur: Podcast Ep. 439
How do you go from giving short, tip-focused talks to inspiring audiences with a full keynote? That’s exactly the journey our guest has taken and it’s one so many of us can learn from. Our lead speaking coach Diane Diaz talks with Elaine Schomburg-LaFleur, a senior project engineer who has spent over 20 years in…
Read MoreWhy Your Story Is More Powerful Than You Think
What if the most challenging moment of your life could become the catalyst for someone else’s transformation? That’s the question at the heart of my conversation with Karen Keene, a graduate of our Thought Leader Academy, who has turned her personal tragedy into a powerful keynote talk that inspires audiences and drives meaningful change. Watch…
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 MoreYou Are the Messenger: How to Activate the Idea That’s Been Calling You
Have you ever had an idea whisper to you – gently at first, then louder and louder – until it practically shouted, “Pick me!”? Maybe you brushed it off. Maybe you assumed someone else could say it better. Or maybe you got caught in the loop of “it’s already been done.” Let me stop you…
Read MoreEvolving Your Brand is a Must: How to Align Who You Are, Even the Messy Parts: Podcast Ep. 424
We hear all the time that we should “reinvent” ourselves to stay relevant. Or that we should ignore or dismiss aspects of our careers that no longer seem to “fit” with what we’re doing now. I’m not sure we can truly “reinvent” ourselves, nor should we. Instead, we should embrace how we evolve over…
Read MoreFinding and Developing Your Big I.D.E.A.: Podcast Ep. 420 [Best Of]
Today’s episode it’s all about finding and developing your Big Idea for your thought leadership and public speaking. Ideas are incredibly powerful; they can live on for years, centuries, even millennia. Ideas spark movements for political and social change. Ideas help us as humans understand ourselves, each other, and the world around us Your…
Read MoreUsing Your Voice and Story for Business Impact with Michelle Massman: Podcast Ep. 419
In this episode, our lead speaking coach Diane Diaz speaks with Michelle Massman, a longtime entrepreneur and graduate of our Thought Leader Academy, who shares her journey from “stuck” to “unstoppable” through storytelling and public speaking. You’ll hear Michelle’s candid stories—from launching unexpected ventures like The Culinary Studio to her partnership with a music…
Read MoreThe 3 Key Elements for Your Transformational Personal Brand with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 417
We’re diving into what makes a personal brand truly transformational. If you’re working to build a brand that’s memorable and impactful, whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone looking to expand your influence, this episode is for you. In this episode, I share three essential elements that go into creating a transformational personal…
Read MoreYour Brand Voice: The Secret to Authentic Connection with Your Audiences with Ashleigh Harvey: Podcast Ep. 416
As an entrepreneur or professional, you know the power of having a clear and compelling brand voice that resonates with your audience. You want your message to attract the right clients, opportunities, and partners – but knowing how to express your authentic self can feel like a challenge. Many women struggle with feeling like they…
Read MoreDesign and Deliver Workshops that Get You Leads and Clients with Diane Diaz: Podcast Ep. 413
When you facilitate workshops and presentations for visibility and lead generation, we want to make sure you get the results you’re looking for. It’s perfectly fine to do free or low-cost workshops, as long as the audience aligns with the types of clients you work with, you have an offer that would be of interest…
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