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Want 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 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 MoreRegister for NEW Training: The Hidden Cost of Underspending: Bridging The Spending Gap for Women Entrepreneurs with Danielle Hayden
Contrary to popular belief, the real challenge for women entrepreneurs isn’t overspending—it’s underspending. This eye-opening presentation with guest presenter Danielle Hayden, founder & CEO of Kickstart Accounting, challenges the societal myth that women are frivolous spenders and reveals how this misconception can hinder business growth. We’ll explore “The Spending Gap,” a concept that highlights how…
Read MoreFrom Struggle to Success: Leveraging Your Voice in the Workplace with Laura Camacho, PhD: Podcast Ep. 405
If you’re a high-performing woman who works in corporate and you’ve struggled to use your voice in an impactful way, this conversation is for you! Our lead speaking coach Diane Diaz sits down with Laura Camacho, PhD, an executive communications strategist and host of the Speak Up podcast. Diane and Laura dive into the realities…
Read MoreStruggling to Get Clarity on Your Ideas? Here’s What to Do with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 402
If your ideas feel a bit – or a lot – messy and muddy, you’re far from alone. This is the #1 challenge I hear from women we work with. We’re too close to our own ideas so we’re not sure what our audiences will be interested in. We feel self-doubt or resistance that causes…
Read MoreWhy Introverts Make Great Speakers and Leaders [Executive Speaking Series]: Podcast Ep. 400
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Are you an introvert? If so, do you wonder if you are at a disadvantage as a speaker? There’s a common misperception that most speakers are extroverts. But, from my admittedly very unscientific survey, many speakers I know are introverts. We think that as introverts we won’t be as engaging or charismatic or energetic. Perhaps…
Read MoreSpeak to Lead: Elevating Your Influence as an Executive [Executive Speaking Series] with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 397
Have you ever been captivated by a speaker who seems to effortlessly command the room, inspiring everyone with their words and presence? That’s the magic of executive presence combined with powerful public speaking. Whether you’re leading a team or an organization or a workshop, whether you’re presenting to 20, 200, or 2000 people, your ability…
Read MorePolitics, Tech, and Public Speaking: Carol Cox on the Balanced Lady Boss Podcast
Carol Cox was a recent guest on the Balanced Lady Boss Show, hosted by Stacey Hines. This episode is packed with riveting insights from Carol’s evolution from a history enthusiast to a tech entrepreneur and finally to a leading voice in women’s empowerment through public speaking. We cover the challenges she overcame, the pivotal role…
Read MoreHandle Tech Glitches, Q&A Conference Sessions, and Panels with Confidence: Podcast Ep. 372
Today we’re talking about how to handle when things go wrong or unexpected or when you can’t plan every last thing. The more you speak, something will go wrong or something will happen that you didn’t plan for. The A/V doesn’t work, so you have no slides to show. You get asked a question by…
Read MoreOvercome Speaking Nerves & Anxiety: How to Develop Confidence on Stage with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 370
I’ve been there: Standing in front of an audience or being on live TV with my heart pounding, butterflies in my stomach, and my body a bundle of nerves. I’ve also had speaking engagements and TV appearances where I’ve felt in the flow and completely comfortable and confident. What made the difference? That’s what I’m…
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