Join us in this insightful episode as Phil Better sits down with Leslie Fiorenzo, a seasoned entrepreneur and public speaker with over 30 years of experience in the corporate world. Leslie shares her journey, strategies for leveraging referral marketing, the importance of networking, and offers practical advice on overcoming the anxiety of putting oneself out there. Tune in to discover valuable tips for virtual business presentations, and hear Leslie's personal strategies for positive self-talk and maintaining agility in business.

Timestamps:

- [00:00] Introduction: Meet Leslie Fiorenzo

- [05:12] Overcoming Nervousness Before Podcast Episodes

- [10:30] The Power of Specific and Clear Networking

- [15:45] Advice to My 10-Year-Old Self: Be Tenacious

- [20:10] Transition to Working with Newly Minted Coaches

- [25:00] Virtual Business Presentations: Making Personal Connections

- [30:55] The Importance of Supportive Relationships

- [35:48] Changing Inner Self-Talk: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Strategy

- [40:15] Defining Success: The Role of Small Businesses and Solopreneurs

- [45:20] Agility in Business: Preferring Autonomy Over Bureaucracy

- [50:00] Toastmasters: Enhancing Public Speaking Skills

- [55:30] Balancing a Side Hustle with a Full-Time Job

- [01:00:45] Investing in Coaching Programs for Growth

Guest Bio:

Leslie Fiorenzo is a certified coach and professional public speaker with over three decades of experience in the corporate sector. She holds a master's degree in human resource development and specializes in leveraging referral marketing to drive business growth. Leslie is passionate about guiding newly minted coaches and entrepreneurs, helping them define success and foster supportive relationships in both their personal and professional lives.

Key Takeaways:

1. **Nervousness:** Overcoming the initial jitters before podcast episodes.

2. **Networking:** Importance of being specific and clear to leverage referral marketing successfully.

3. **Self-Talk:** Changing negative self-talk using the Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde strategy.

4. **Virtual Connections:** Strategies for making personal connections in virtual business presentations.

5. **Success Definition:** Emphasizing the role of small businesses and solopreneurs in the post-pandemic world.

6. **Agility:** The importance of agility and autonomy in decision-making for rapid business adjustments.

7. **Toastmasters:** The value of joining Toastmasters to improve public speaking skills.

Resources and Links:

- Leslie Fiorenzo's Website: https://lesliefiorenzo.com/

Call to Action:

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review. Your feedback helps us bring more inspiring content to you. Visit our website for more episodes and resources, and don't forget to connect with Leslie Fiorenzo for insightful coaching sessions.

Contact Information:

- **Host: Phil Better**

- Website: https://www.investinyourselfpod.com

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThePodcastMogul

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thepodcastmogul/

- **Guest: Leslie Fiorenzo**

- Website: https://lesliefiorenzo.com/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliefiorenzo/

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