Frameworks
No Need to Start from Scratch: Repurpose Your Signature Talk for Different Topics and Audiences with Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez: Podcast Ep. 440
One of the biggest benefits of creating your signature talk and framework is that you don’t just use it once; you can repurpose it over and over again. In this episode, I talk with Thought Leader Academy graduate Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, who shares how she’s taken the signature talk and framework she developed with us…
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 MoreUsing ‘Stages’ and ‘Lessons’: Live Signature Talks from Our Thought Leader Academy Grads: Podcast Ep. 414
In your presentations and keynotes, you want to take your audience on a journey of discovery, sharing with them your personal insights and stories along the way. One of the best ways to do this is to frame your content as stages, lessons, or a framework, such as an alliteration or acronym. Want to see…
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…
Read MoreThe Power of Storytelling: Live Signature Talks from Our Thought Leader Academy Grads with Diane Diaz: Podcast Ep. 395
Sharing personal stories are essential for memorable and impactful presentations. How specific should your stories be? How do you connect your story to your overall message and framework? This is exactly what we work on with our Thought Leader Academy clients in their VIP Day to create their signature talk. You’ll hear two of our…
Read MoreHow to Tackle a Big Global Issue in Your Thought Leadership and Talks with Neha Pathak, MD: Podcast Ep. 384
If you’ve ever felt like your topic or message may be overwhelming to your audience or the issue you want to address is a really big one and you’re not sure how your audience is going to relate to it or know how to take action, you’re going to appreciate this conversation. My guest is…
Read MoreOur Thought Leadership Comes from Who We Are and What We’ve Learned with Erica Hall: Podcast Ep. 368
You’re going to love this episode with my guest and Thought Leader Academy grad Erica Hall! If you’ve ever felt like you shouldn’t show your real personality to your audiences or that people expect you to be a certain type of person, this conversation is going to be validating and revealing. Before we get to…
Read MoreWhat a Signature Talk Is and What It Should be Doing for You with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 355
We’re continuing our new podcast series on thought leadership. Today we’re going to take a look at what exactly a signature talk is and what it should be doing for you. Any presentation you give *should* be a signature talk. Why? Because any presentation you deliver should be a combination of your expertise +…
Read MoreThe Power of Frameworks: How Sharon Ehrlich Found Her Voice and Message: Podcast Ep. 353
Many accomplished professional women come to a point in their lives where they struggle to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. Whether it’s their high-pressure career, raising children, caring for aging parents, or all of the above, it can often feel like you lose control over your lives and yourself in the process. On this…
Read MoreUnearthing Your Unique Message: Discovering What Makes You Stand Out with Judy Carlson: Podcast Ep. 341
Raise your hand if you’re used to giving presentations chock full of information, facts, and figures? You are not alone! Many of us get comfortable doing this, probably because that’s how we got started as speakers and presenters. But, your audience doesn’t need to hear tons of facts and figures; they need to understand the…
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