Creating a clear and compelling pitch can be hard

But it needn't be...

In this short action episode, 15-second pitch girl, Laura Allen, reveals what is at the core of creating a clear and compelling pitch.

Using examples, Laura reveals pitches that work and also why many don't.

Learn how to create a pitch that is both compelling and clear.

And as a way to test out new ideas.

Hear why you can benefit from creating lots of different types of pitches in specific niches too.

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According to her website, the pitchgirl.com, Laura Allen allegedly once sent a three-foot tall steel pyramid to Star Wars director, George Lucas, yielding a $60m dollar deal for her client.

At the thepitchgirl.com, Laura is someone who helps people to refine their pitch when it comes to offering their creative talents to others.

In this episode, Laura reveals how her childhood shyness created adult confidence enabling her to help her clients win big: achieving the life and results they are after.

Laura describes how 9/11 changed her own perspective and that of those around her.

You'll also hear how the challenges of working in the corporate world have helped her to gain the necessary skills to inspire, motivate and be of service to others.

She also shares why learning to promote ourselves is now more important than ever.

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What's stopping you from achieving your biggest creative dreams and ideas right now?

Every creative person has felt stuck when pursuing a big idea or aim.

So you're not alone.

The more attached we are to the outcome, the more likely we are to become stuck.

In this short action episode, artist, coach and performer, Ilyana Kadushin, shares how she keeps inspired and in her creative zone reaching her biggest aims, ideas and endeavours.

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Ilyana Kadshuin creates positive change in the world through her voice and through her art.

As a voice-over artist, performer and coach, she is somebody who not only educates and entertains people, but as an activist, connects people together whilst helping them to find meaningful connection.

In this conversation, filled with timeless wisdom and inspiration, Ilyana describes how she enjoys helping others to express their ideas whilst living her own truth.

Having found her own voice at an early age, hear how she has created and developed professional opportunities using her abilities and talents.

You'll learn how Ilyana has been able to overcome both internal and external resistance, and how, as an artist, she has faced her biggest fears and challenges through living creatively.

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How do we invite people to buy our creative work?

Our music, photography, teaching, coaching, creative products or services.

Best-selling author of Book Yourself Solid and Steal the Show, actor and business communications expert, Michael Port, explains how.

In episode 185, Michael shared the fundamentals of creating a stellar performance in any of life's high stake situations.

These are moments where our ability to perform really matters.

A job interview, an important relationship decision, an audition, a business pitch, a keynote speech, or a presentation.

Inviting others to buy our work is another one of them.

Yet, how do we do this in a way that feels natural to us?

Michael explains in this short ten minute action episode…

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http://www.michaelport.com/

http://heroicpublicspeaking.com/

Highly acclaimed actor and public speaking guru, Michael Port, is the author of several books including Book Yourself Solid (2006) and Steal the Show (2015).

In this 'classic' episode replay, you'll learn tips on how to create a compelling story and performance in critical situations.

You'll hear how to treat many 'high-stake' moments in life, such as those encountered in relationships or job interviews, as an opportunity to steal the show.

Once a professional actor and having guest starred on popular television shows including Sex & The City and Law & Order plus films you may know including The Pelican Brief and Down to Earth, today he can be regularly found on air as an expert in communication and creative business development.

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In the chaotic world of creativity finding focus can be hard.

For Becoming Minimalist blogger and author, Joshua Becker, the key to his creative success is to simplify.

In this short action episode of Inspirational Creatives, Joshua describes his own, simple, writing environment.

Regardless of your creative pursuits, you'll learn, in less than six minutes, how a 'less is more' approach to mindset and environment can benefit you and your creative output.

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"Owning less is great, wanting less is even better" – Joshua Becker

Best-selling author of Simplify and Clutter Free With Kids, Joshua Becker, reaches 350,000 readers every month through his blog, Becoming Minimalist.a

Whether you enjoy the idea of a life that embraces simplicity or not, Joshua's story, insights and simple strategies can help you to learn how he has benefited from a life less cluttered.

Own less, achieve more.

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http://www.becomingminimalist.com/

Best-selling author of Simplify and Clutter Free With Kids, Joshua Becker, reaches 350,000 readers every month through his blog, Becoming Minimalist.

“Owning less is great, wanting less is even better” – Joshua Becker

Whether you enjoy the idea of a life that embraces simplicity or not, Joshua’s story, insights and simple strategies can help you to learn how he has benefited from a life less cluttered.

Own less, achieve more.

Items mentioned in this episode (quick access):

[00:51] Introducing this episode in simplicity and minimalism.

[02:21] Thanks to Minna.

[02:38] Introducing Joshua Becker.

[03:50] Joshua describes his passion for sports, creativity, and growing up. Joshua’s passion for writing began with a book about an elephant. Joshua never thought he would be a writer.

[05:05] Joshua describes his writing practise.

[06:15] Reflecting on living a typical suburban life, Joshua tells the story of a beautiful memorial day in Vermont where he had a conversation with a neighbour who introduced him to minimalism.

[04:45] Joshua describes how his wife and son were very supportive of their lifestyle change.

[08:12] Deciding to own less.

[08:37] Joshua encourages explaining to kids what you’re planning to do. Discussing the benefits and the time it takes to become minimalist and how the process is an inward journey of self exploration.

[11:21] The benefits of owning less.

[11:30] How it feels to lead a minimalist lifestyle.

[13:15] Joshua defines what minimalism means to him.

[13:05] Why Joshua believes we own so much stuff.

[16:43] Rob and Joshua discuss how a simplicity mindset can help with productivity. Ultimately about removing the things we don’t need so that we can pursue the things that we want in life.

[18:47] Discussing mindfulness and awareness; how minimalism can help you to become less stuck. Joshua talks about rest and episodes of greater creativity. Joshua describes how more stuff is about chasing fulfilment in all the wrong places.

[20:15] Shiny object syndrome.

[21:25] Being a rational minimalist. Joshua expresses his fondness for his local community.

[22:39] Joshua describes how minimalism forces questions of value, passions and purpose.

[21:45] Joshua shares how he has never given up on a relationship for his pursuit of a more miminalist lifestyle. A process of thoughtfulness and consideration.

[25:33] Temptation is still a part of Joshua’s life. Joshua discusses how applying more thoughtfulness to consumerism can be helpful.

[26:16] Joshua discusses how minimalism is “an intentionally pursued and applied world view.” There are more important things than owning a lot of stuff.

[27:10] The quickest way to succeed is to help someone with their own success. Joshua describes how by sharing, linking and referring to other people’s work contributes to his own success.

[29:00] Competition is often money related. How Joshua’s greatest goal in life is to make a difference and help other people rather than a lot of money.

[30:12] Joshua mentions Zig Ziggler who states that money won’t make you happy but everyone wants to find out for themselves.

[32:20] Rob asks Joshua for advice on how to approach creativity with minimalism in mind.

[33:50] Joshua asks are we doing things that are the most beneficial to us

[35:05] Minimalism is a journey.

[35:50] Security is found in relationships.

[36:52] Exchanging possessions for deeper relationships. Joshua describes a conversation with a college student about gardening tools.

Here's the challenge:

Living in a busy, distracting world, with information overload, can feel overwhelming.

These challenges are greater still when there are so many new ideas to play with: we don't know where to start - or even where to finish - when it comes to managing our creative projects

With so many other responsibilities this can all lead to stress and anxiety.

Yet we all seem to crave is peace, happiness and the space to create: to find and fulfil our true purpose.

In this special short action episode, mindfulness coach, Shakya Kumara, offers two brief exercises that you can try and actively engage in as you listen.

This is an easy opportunity to get a sense of mindfulness in practice and to gauge how it could help you.

Hear how to begin to achieve a happier, more peaceful and more creative life.

Shakya is a specialist who helps people to improve their quality of life through the reduction of anxiety, overwhelm and stress.

Hear the full interview with Shakya and more of his story (and more exercises) here.

http://www.briefmindfulness.com/courses/quickstart

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