Public Speaking, Confidence, Storytelling, Selling, Personal Brand, Career Advancement: Be In Demand

From painfully shy to powerful speaker: One coach's journey to the stage

Ever wonder if public speaking is worth the effort? Laurie-Ann Murabito sure did. In this episode, she shares her transformation from a shy girl who couldn't make eye contact to a confident speaker helping others find their voice. 

Laurie-Ann opens up about her early struggles with public speaking, including a time she couldn't stop giggling during a presentation. She walks us through her journey of overcoming fear, learning from each speech, and eventually falling in love with neuroscience to create powerful audience experiences.

• How to start putting yourself out there, even if you're shy
• The importance of creating an experience for your audience, not just delivering information
• Simple tricks to stay on topic during live streams and videos  
• Why learning from each presentation is key to growth
• How to leverage speaking opportunities to grow your business

Remember: You weren't born with a microphone, but you can learn to rock one!

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Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

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Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

Are you looking for tips to leverage public speaking in your business?

If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider wondering

***How to pitch yourself for speaking opportunities?

***How to sell from the stage?

***How to get booked to speak?

***How to use organic lead generation?

***How to make money speaking?

Then listen in on this live coaching session with Aaron B. Clements, where I help him get clarity around the clients and industries he would like to work with and build his in.

Visit Aaron at https://AaronBClements.com

***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS

Bombarding your clients with a menu of choices, leads to lifeless sales numbers.  Less really can be more when it comes to offering services and speeches.

Unlock the secret to simplifying your business offerings and watch your client engagement soar. This episode guides you through the paradox of choice, explaining how having too many options overwhelms your customers and sabotage your sales. By narrowing down to just three core offerings, you'll discover how simplicity can lead to empowerment and decision-making satisfaction for your clients.

Simplifying your choices makes your services more approachable and helps increase conversions. Discover actionable strategies to organize your speech topics, services, and proposals to make them irresistible and easy to choose. Get ready to put into action the practical advice on structuring your offerings, so your prospective clients are less confused and more confident in their decisions.

• The Power of Three: Why offering three clear options can simplify decision making for your clients, creating less overwhelm and more satisfaction.
• Structuring Proposals: How to categorize your offerings into basic, standard, and premium packages to cater to different client needs and budgets.
• Time vs. Money: Why investing in coaches and mentors can save you time and enhance your business growth, helping you reach your goals faster.
• Clear Distinctions: The importance of defining and differentiating your services and speeches so clients know exactly what they're getting.

Make it easy for clients to say yes to you and your business will thank you.

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Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

Hit **SUBSCRIBE** so you NEVER miss any episodes.

Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

Ready to craft a speech and be outstanding on the stage? Learn how you can captivate and convert audiences, so they rave, remember, and refer you at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss

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Each month you can join a free training that is on a relevant topic for your business and visibility. Get your questions answered and network with other great people like yourself. Learn more at https://speakandstandout.com/community

Today's Speaker Circle Community Call:

• How to get great video and photos of your speaking events
• What type of microphone to ask for, so you get great photos of you looking like the speaker
• How to hire professional videographers during the middle of the week without breaking the bank

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Join us for the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle

The ultimate speaking tip is to know your audience.

Ready to transform your speaking game and leave your audience in awe? In this episode, we're diving deep into the art of truly understanding your audience - a skill that can turn a good speech into an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, these tips will help you connect with your listeners on a whole new level.

Remember, understanding your audience isn't just about pleasing them - it's about empowering yourself to deliver a message that truly resonates. When you speak directly to your listeners' needs and experiences, you're not just a speaker - you become a trusted guide, leading them towards valuable insights and solutions.

• How to use your Pre-event meetings for gathering insights about your audience's current challenges and desired outcomes.
• Customizing your speech title and content based on your event research will make a world of difference in how your message lands and the lasting impression you want to leave.
• Small touches like mentioning local stories or calling out audience members by name can create a memorable, personalized experience.
• Interviewing representative audience members before your talk helps you anticipate questions and use familiar language.

Leave a lasting impression with a little bit of homework will go a long way in your personal brand as a speaker.

~~~~~~~~Reserve your seat for the next monthly Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/community ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

*****Craft your Compelling, Captivating, and Converting speech. Take $250 off with code BIDLISTENER at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss *****





Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

Hit **SUBSCRIBE** so you NEVER miss any episodes.

Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS

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Are you looking for tips to leverage public speaking in your business?

If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider wondering

***How to pitch yourself for speaking opportunities?

***How to sell from the stage?

***How to get booked to speak?

***How to use organic lead generation?

***How to make money speaking?

Then listen in on this live coaching session with Taylor Caruthers, where I help her uncover the opportunities she's missing when she doesn't have a post event process in place and NEW way to leverage her own stage from LinkedIN to private masterclasses.

***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS

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*****Craft your Compelling, Captivating, and Converting speech. Take $250 off with code BIDLISTENER at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss *****





Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

Hit **SUBSCRIBE** so you NEVER miss any episodes.

Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

Get booked for more stages and sell more in less time.

Discover the counterintuitive power of simplicity and how offering fewer choices can revolutionize your business and bookings on your calendar. When you master the art of decision-making, you’ll boost client satisfaction, reduce decision fatigue, and position yourself as a go-to expert in your field. This is your gateway to understanding the paradox of choice and its profound impact on your success.

More options often lead to less satisfaction. Shrinking your offers can open doors to more speaking engagements. Learn through real-world examples and psychological insights that make a compelling case for the "less is more" philosophy. Whether you're a seasoned coach or a consultant looking to stand out, this episode provides actionable steps to refine your services and speech topics for maximum impact.

Here’s what you'll learn:

• The Paradox of Choice and its impact on decision satisfaction, so you can design offers that lead to higher client contentment.
• How to leverage the power of "three" to reduce decision fatigue, helping clients and event planners make quicker and more confident decisions.
• The strategic advantage of clear and distinct service levels, ensuring your offerings are easily understood and valued by your audience.
• The psychology behind fewer options and why it leads to more sales, guiding you to tailor your menu of services for better profitability.
• The importance of simplicity in your speaking topics, so you can become the preferred choice for meeting planners and conference organizers.

Simplify to amplify your success.

*****Craft your Compelling, Captivating, and Converting speech. Take $250 off with code BIDLISTENER at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss *****





Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

Hit **SUBSCRIBE** so you NEVER miss any episodes.

Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

If you’re looking for tips and ideas on how to leverage speaking opportunities, how to use speaking as your best for of visibility, or how to get booked to speak, you’re in the right place. This is the best public speaking podcast for coaches, consultants, and service providers.

Today’s question is: I have a great deal of expertise in my area, but I'm wondering how interested meeting planners will book me to speak?

To submit your question for a future Q&A ep go to https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/QA

*****Craft your Compelling, Captivating, and Converting speech. Take $250 off with code BIDLISTENER at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss *****





Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

Hit **SUBSCRIBE** so you NEVER miss any episodes.

Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

Uncover the Secret Formula for Dominating Google Searches with Just One Podcast Episode

Get ready to learn the hidden secrets of achieving top ranking on Google with just one podcast episode. Delve into the captivating conversation as Laura demystifies the complexities of SEO and how podcasting can revolutionize your online presence. Discover the unique strategies for speaker pages that will elevate your brand and captivate your audience's attention.

Join us as we unravel the mystery behind SEO simplification and keyword research, changing the game for content creators and business owners alike.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The crucial role of keyword research in amplifying your online visibility
• How podcasting can serve as a powerful tool for SEO and link building
• Expert strategies for optimizing speaker pages to engage and attract your audience
• The futuristic fusion of AI and human validation for keyword research
• The transformative impact of podcasting on short- and long-term SEO results

Get ready to unlock the untold power of SEO and podcasting, and catapult your online presence to new heights.

LINKS for Laura:

• Website: laurajawadmarketing.com
• Social Media: @heylaurajawad
• Gift: SEO Simplified

Master the art of SEO and podcasting, and watch your online presence soar to unprecedented levels!

*****Craft your Compelling, Captivating, and Converting speech. Take $250 off with code BIDLISTENER at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss *****





Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Magic
• Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Directory
• Follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
• If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success

Hit **SUBSCRIBE** so you NEVER miss any episodes.

Thank you for listening,

Laurie-Ann

Are you looking for tips to leverage public speaking in your business?

If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider wondering

***How to pitch yourself for speaking opportunities?

***How to sell from the stage?

***How to get booked to speak?

***How to use organic lead generation?

***How to make money speaking...

During this lie coaching session, our guest learns to lead with what corporations want and live by a post event process for a handful of referrals with Don Gleason of AchieveHigherResults.com.

***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS