Storytelling
How to Turn Your Business Talk into a Lead-Gen Machine [Client Case Study]
What if your presentation could do more than educate – it could convert? Too often, I see entrepreneurs give talks packed with tips and information, hoping their audience will be impressed enough to buy from them. But here’s the truth: information doesn’t convert. Transformation does. That’s exactly what my client, Danielle Hayden, discovered when we…
Read MoreTurn Your Stories Into Impactful Messages: Live Signature Talks from Our Thought Leader Academy Grads: 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 MoreAI Needs Women: Why Your Voice Matters to Shape the Present and the Future with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 434
I vividly remember the day after Christmas 2022. Not because I was relaxing, but because I was at my laptop, updating my university courses and diving headfirst into AI tools for my business and podcast. ChatGPT had just launched, and I knew instantly: this was different. This wasn’t just another tech trend; this was a…
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 MoreHow We Prepared for Our Recent TED-Style Talks (and What We Learned About Ourselves as Speakers): Podcast Ep. 430
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to create, practice for, and deliver a powerful TED-style talk – especially one that’s only 8 minutes long? In this episode, I’m joined by Diane Diaz, our lead speaking coach at Speaking Your Brand, as we take you behind the scenes of our recent TED-style speaking experience.…
Read MoreThe Heart of Your Message: Why Emotion is Your Secret Speaking Superpower
When it comes to delivering a powerful presentation or keynote, it’s not just about the facts and figures. The real impact comes from connecting with your audience on an emotional level – and that means finding the emotional heart of your message. In this blog post, I’m going to share why this matters, how…
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 MoreThe Story You’re Most Reluctant to Share is the One You Should: Podcast Ep. 425
Is there a story you’re reluctant to share? The one that still makes you cringe a little, that feels raw and vulnerable? That’s probably the exact story you should be telling – not just for your audience, but for yourself. In this episode, I’m joined by Diane Diaz, and we’re pulling back the curtain on…
Read MoreHow to Create a 10-Out-of-10 Keynote that Leaves Your Audience in Awe with Julia Korn: Podcast Ep. 422
Have you ever attended a keynote that truly wowed you—one that stood out, engaged the audience, and provided an unforgettable experience? Let’s face it, most keynotes do the job, but very few deliver that multidimensional magic. In today’s episode, I sit down with Julia Korn, the founder and CEO of The Authenticity Guide and…
Read More100x Your Speaking in a Day: Insights from Our Recent In-Person Workshop with Carol Cox: Podcast Ep. 421
Have you ever wondered how you can improve your speaking skills and truly connect with your audience? I’m joined by Wendy McManus and Tara Lassiter, who recently attended our 1-day in-person speaking workshop in Orlando, Florida. They share their stories, lessons learned, and the transformations they experienced, all within a single day. We talk about:…
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