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The Missing Piece of Your Marketing Strategy is a Signature Talk: Podcast Ep. 456
If your marketing feels like it’s working harder… but not necessarily working better, you’re not imagining it. In this episode, I’m joined by our lead speaking coach, Diane Diaz, for part one of a two-part series all about why your signature talk isn’t just “nice to have” – it’s actually the foundation of an effective…
Read MoreDeliver Keynotes that Set You Apart: How These Women Are Stepping Onto Bigger Stages [Growth Series]: Podcast Ep. 455
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What does it really take to create a keynote that inspires, connects, and builds your speaking career? In this Back Stage with Speaking Your Brand, I’m joined by three incredible women who attended our recent Speaking Accelerator Workshop in Orlando: Kait Richardson, Alfarena (Alfie) McGinty, and Niki Ramirez. You’ll hear: Why they decided to…
Read MoreYour Voice Can Shape Policy: Frameworks for Clear, Influential Messaging with Deborah Stine, PhD: Podcast Ep. 454
When most people hear the word policy, they immediately picture Washington, D.C., marble hallways, and people in suits arguing on TV. But as my guest today so brilliantly reminds us, policy is simply how decisions get made – and you don’t need to be a political insider to influence it. In this episode, I talk…
Read MoreWhy Your Best Talk is the One You Give Again (and Again) with Kelly Mallery: Podcast Ep. 453
Worried that giving the same talk more than once would box you in – or worse, bore you to tears? I’ve been there. And if you’re a builder-of-slides-at-heart like me, the idea of sticking to one signature talk can feel a little… constraining. But here’s the truth: the talk you give again (and again and…
Read MoreBuild a Career Brand That Opens Doors with Kate Wade of Get Her Hired: Podcast Ep. 452
Building a career brand that truly opens doors isn’t about having the perfect résumé or the fanciest job title. It’s about knowing who you are, what you bring, and how to communicate that with confidence. Whether you’re in corporate aiming for your next big role or an entrepreneur looking to attract higher-value opportunities, this episode…
Read MoreUsing Stories and Humor to Engage (& Convert!) Your Audience: Live Signature Talks from Our Thought Leader Academy Clients: Podcast Ep. 451
We all know that facts tell, but stories sell. And when you add a touch of humor, your audience doesn’t just listen… they lean in. In this Back Stage with Speaking Your Brand LinkedIn Live, we’re joined by two recent clients of our Thought Leader Academy, Angela Gillis and Crystal Daye. They each present a…
Read MoreHow to Be a Clutch Communicator Under Pressure with Jen Mueller: Podcast Ep. 450
Have you ever had one of those moments when all eyes are on you… and your brain suddenly decides to take a vacation? Whether it’s during a big presentation, a media interview, or an unexpected question in a meeting, how we communicate under pressure shapes how we’re seen as leaders. That’s why I’m so excited…
Read MoreSmall Shifts That Make a Huge Difference in Your Presentation Impact & Results with Karen Cochran: Podcast Ep. 449
Do you feel like your presentations are good, but maybe not yet great? The kind that gets people talking, taking action, and reaching out long after the event? That’s exactly what happened for my guest, Karen Cochran, founder of Philanthropy Innovators. Karen has led teams that have raised over $1 billion (yes, billion with a…
Read MoreWhy “Perfect” Speakers Don’t Connect: Stop Memorizing & Build Confidence Speaking Off the Cuff
Are you the kind of speaker who loves to have everything prepared in advance? Perhaps you even have your entire presentation scripted out nearly word for word and you have detailed notes for every slide that you rely on? Well, I have a challenge for you: getting more comfortable with impromptu speaking. As a speaker…
Read MoreThe Smart Way to Use AI for Podcast Guesting (and When Not To) with Julie Fry: Podcast Ep. 446
Have you noticed how much harder it feels to stand out online lately? Between podcasts, YouTube, newsletters, and the never-ending scroll of social content, it’s easy to feel like your voice is getting lost in the noise. That’s why I invited my friend and fellow connector, Julie Fry, founder of Your Expert Guest, to…
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