Presentations
*Not* Your Typical Corporate Presentations: Live Signature Talks from Thought Leader Academy Grads with Dr. Bonnie Boles, Denise Cárdenas López: Podcast Ep. 437
We believe that every presentation, whether internal or external, at a conference or at a board meeting, has the power to shift how your audience views a topic and the positive changes that can come as a result. It’s not just about delivering information – it’s about shifting perspectives, sparking new ideas, and inspiring action.…
Read MoreTurn Your Stories Into Impactful Messages: Live Signature Talks from Our Thought Leader Academy Grads with Melinda Hrynewycz, Moe Boles, and Sara Ecklein: Podcast Ep. 436
The key to a powerful presentation isn’t just telling stories – it’s uncovering the lessons within them. When you share a personal experience or an impactful moment, you’re not just recounting events; you’re inviting your audience to see the world through your eyes, to feel what you felt, and to learn from what you lived. …
Read MoreFrom Blank Page to On Stage: What It’s Like to Create and Practice a Talk in One Day with Carol Cox, Lesline Pittman, Dr. Emma Jones, & Monica Mitchell: Podcast Ep. 435
What if you could go from a completely blank page – or in this case, a blank poster board – to mapping out and practicing your signature talk… all in just one day? That’s exactly what happened at our recent in-person Speaking Accelerator Workshop in Orlando, and in this episode, you’ll hear directly from three…
Read MoreWhy Your Tech Presentations Aren’t Landing – and How to Fix Them with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 431
You’ve packed your presentation with data, insights, and value — but your audience isn’t responding the way you hoped. If you’ve ever looked out and seen glazed-over eyes… or walked off stage and didn’t get the results you wanted, this episode is for you. As a former software developer and technology strategist who has presented…
Read MoreWhat Most Speakers Miss: 3 Secrets to Insightful and Inspirational Presentations: Podcast Ep. 429
Last month, I gave a live presentation at a packed AI meetup in Orlando. The topic? “Behind the Scenes of an AI-Powered Business: Workflows that Save Time and Scale Impact.” There were about 60 people in the room – some tech-savvy, some just beginning to explore AI, some were friends and clients, and many were…
Read MoreWhat a Signature Talk Really Is – and What It Should Be Doing for You
If you’ve ever wondered what exactly a “signature talk” is — and whether you really need one — you’re not alone. I’ve worked with hundreds of women over the years who had incredible expertise and stories to share, but weren’t quite sure how to turn all of that into a compelling, cohesive presentation. The…
Read MoreWant 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 MoreThe Business of Speaking: From Lead Gen to Speaker Fees
Are you getting an ROI from your speaking engagements? Whether that ROI comes in the form of new leads and clients or actual speaker fees, your speaking should be working for you, not just leaving you with warm fuzzies and a thank-you email. In this post, I’m walking you through two powerful ways to…
Read MoreCome to Our 1-Day Speaking & Messaging Workshop in Orlando on June 5
Whether you’re preparing for your next speaking engagement or launching your visibility strategy, this is the hands-on and fun experience you’ve been waiting for. In just one day, you’ll go from having a rough idea (or no idea at all!) to building your talk using our Signature Talk Canvas® framework – and then practice delivering…
Read MoreStop Overloading Your Presentations: Why Less Info = More Impact
Have you ever found yourself packing your presentation with as much content as possible, thinking that the more you share, the more value you’re giving? I’ve been there too. But what I’ve learned—and what I want to share with you—is that the most powerful presentations are not those filled with tips and strategies. They’re the…
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