The Kelly Effect: Public Speaking That Leaves a Mark

Lydia Taggart Speech Evaluation

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In this episode of Speak to Impact, Kelly Kaye Walker sits down with Lydia Taggart to dive into her journey as a speaker, evaluate her recent speech, and discuss her unique Leadership Resiliency Roadmap.

Lydia shares her inspiring story of becoming a speaker, her approach to overcoming technical challenges, and how to keep an audience engaged.

Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting, this episode is packed with insights to help you refine your craft and elevate your speaking impact.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How Lydia Taggart discovered her passion for speaking and what fuels her mission to inspire others.
  • The importance of preparation when using technology during a presentation—and how to handle hiccups like a pro.
  • Tips for engaging your audience, from establishing authority to responding to nonverbal cues.
  • How to use storytelling and vivid snapshots to connect deeply with your audience.
  • The power of resilience in leadership and speaking, featuring Lydia’s three-step framework: Remember, Reimagine, and Recommit.


    • Key Takeaways for Speakers:

    1. Be Easy to Find: Lydia emphasizes that being a speaker makes you visible, enabling you to inspire and help others.
    2. Own the Room: When asking your audience questions, ensure participation to establish authority and engagement.
    3. Use Visuals Wisely: Bright, type-appropriate clothing and colorful, relevant slides can significantly enhance your presence on stage.
    4. Make It Personal: Use specific, sensory-rich details in stories to immerse your audience.
    5. Embrace Resilience: Lydia's Leadership Resiliency Roadmap is a practical tool for overcoming challenges in life, business, and public speaking.


      6. Memorable Quotes:

      “There’s No Such Thing as Justa...”

      Timestamp: [00:27:40 – 00:28:00]

      “It’s not about me—it’s about being easy to find so I can encourage and help others. As a speaker, that’s a side effect: you become easy to find.”

      Timestamp: [00:02:27 – 00:02:42]


      Resources Mentioned:

      • Carol Tuttle’s Energy Profiling: Learn more about aligning your personal energy with your wardrobe and presentation style.
      • Leadership Resiliency Roadmap: Lydia’s framework for thriving in leadership and beyond.


        • Connect with Lydia Taggart:

        • Email: [email protected]
        • Website: lydiataggart.com


          • Connect with Kelly Kaye Walker:

          • Website: SpeakingCoachKelly.com
          • Instagram: @SpeakingCoachKelly
          • Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ (Let me know if you'd like to get YOUR speech evaluated on a future episode!)
          • Figure out your best stories to share in a speech with my free workbook "10 Steps to Find the Message in Your Mess"


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            The Kelly Effect: Public Speaking That Leaves a MarkBy Kelly Kaye Walker, Award-Winning International Speaker and Public Speaking Coach