Welcome to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast!

I'm Dr. Peggy Gleason, creator of the Mindful Eating Approach.

Today, we have a special guest, Marla Press, the founder of Speakers on Fire Academy

Marla is a public speaking coach, life coach, and expert in the art of presence.

She’s here to share her journey and give us insights on how to speak with confidence and presence.

Key Topics:

Marla's Background:

• Mara shares her zigzag path to becoming a public speaking coach.
• "I started on stage as a young kid because I loved theater... but what I discovered was that just having that entertainment factor wasn't enough."

The Art of Presence:

• Explanation of presence and its importance in public speaking.
• "Presence is about this full embodiment of your energy... it's about bringing all of yourself to the present moment."

Body Language and Energy:

• The impact of body language and energy on communication.
• "Communication is only 10% the words you say. The rest is your body language and energy."

Overcoming Body Image Issues:

• Strategies to help speakers feel more confident in their bodies.
• "It's not about looking more beautiful; it's about being more attractive. Confidence and presence are key."

Practical Tips for Speakers:

• Tips on improving public speaking skills and presentation.
• "Do what you can to look your best on the outside, but know that it's the inside that really counts."

Group and Individual Coaching:

• Marla’s approach to coaching, including group dynamics and individual sessions.
• "In the group, you get feedback from other people and practice in front of a group, which is incredibly valuable."

Special Offer and Free Gift:

Top 10 Mistakes Public Speakers Make And The Secrets To Fix Them:

Marla is offering a special one-on-one session called "Hot or Not Speaker Audition."

In this session, you'll work on making your message sizzling hot, whether it's your story, pitch, or any marketing message. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your speaking skills!

Quotes from the Episode:

• "When you connect to the essence of you, not how you look, but who you are, you have unwavering confidence."
• "You have to know what looks good on you and feel good in it."

Conclusion:

Thank you for tuning into this episode of the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast.

We hope Marla’s insights inspire you to embrace your presence and improve your public speaking skills.

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