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

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During this live coaching session, our guest Emily Erb, has experience speaking on webinars and her own podcast. Today we uncover what her style of speaking is, so that she shows up as her unique self.

Ep 384 is mentioned in this episode: Speak with Confidence on Demand: How to Train Your Nervous System

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Trying to change your whole life at once only guarantees you stay exactly the same.

Most people create marathon to-do lists at conferences or the start of the year—then achieve none of them. The secret isn’t in doing everything, it’s about tipping just one domino and watching the others fall. Small shifts lead to major changes, and that’s how success really happens.

Focus on just one thing and give it your all. It’s the difference between spinning your wheels and truly moving forward. You don’t need a massive overhaul—just a single step, done well, to open all the right doors.

• How picking one key action transforms your progress, so you’re not overwhelmed and giving up.
• The domino principle for life and leadership, so your first move causes big positive changes down the line.
• Why most people fail at resolutions, so you can avoid their mistakes and finally get results.
• Easy ways to break any goal into tiny steps, so you build momentum (and confidence) with every win.
• Ways to get real speaking and leadership success by making small, focused moves, so you become unforgettable in any room.

Start with one domino and set off a chain reaction.

Timestamps:

• [00:00] Why trying to change 12 things means changing nothing
• [02:43] What to tell yourself when you come back from a conference or training
• [04:11] The restructure that freed up a leader's entire schedule
• [06:09] The 60-second IG story hack for building speaking confidence
• [08:59] Your homework: finding your first domino

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Today's Speaker Circle Community Call:

• Conference apps have a wealth of information about future events, which are listed by location and date
• How to use the event calendar of conference centers to find events in the near future and pitch for their following year's agenda
• How to use my "Follow the Leader" strategy

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What can improv teach you about showing up powerfully in real life and business?

Imagine stepping into a room with no script, no plan, and no idea what’s happening next. That’s improv. It’s nervous, unscripted, and liberating. Each moment is about responding in the now, while being fully present and real.

You’ll leave comfortable with the unknown, trusting yourself to be resourceful in the moment. Discover how the tools of improv, like “yes, and,” being present, and embracing mistakes can make you a stronger speaker, coach, or leader.

• Using “yes, and” keeps the conversation open and collaborative, so your audience and clients feel truly heard
• Why being fully present transforms how you lead, and you never miss the opportunity right in front of you
• The secret to making others look good, so your relationships become stronger and more supportive
• How to turn mistakes into memorable moments, watch how pressure and perfectionism stop holding you back
• The powerful impact of strategic silence, so your message lands fully every time

Step into any room with confidence and make every moment count.

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During this live coaching session, our guest Meg Pearson of Rebel Soul Media, shares her personal story and wonders how to use her story with her coaching and web design business.

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When someone Googles your name, what shows up?  AI and SEO need to be working for you, not against.

If you want to get booked as a speaker, reputation SEO is no longer optional, it's your silent ambassador online. Learn how your first impression is now made on Google’s front page, whether you like it or not.

You’ll discover what to do when your search results fall flat, especially if you’re changing topics or industries. Find out how a focused and consistent bio can build trust with both Google and meeting planners, and the real reason your speaking page needs more than a list of gigs.

• How to shape what people see when they search your name, so you instantly look credible.
• The difference between traditional SEO and reputation SEO, so you know where to focus your efforts first.
• Why using the same media bio every time matters, so you build a recognizable reputation that gets picked up by Google and AI.
• Smart ways to leverage every speaking opportunity, podcast, and mention, so you fill Google with trust-building proof.
• The power of a “visibility tour” after a pivot, so Google updates your expertise fast and you get more of the right bookings.

Get your name working for you, not against you.

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You don’t need more time or another certification. Change starts the moment you decide.

Stop waiting until you feel ready or for the “perfect” moment to come around. The opportunity to transform your life is right now. Hesitation means you’re letting it slip by.

Maybe there’s a dream you keep on the back burner, or a goal you can’t stop thinking about. It’s time to let go of excuses and step into action, no matter how small the first step may be.

• How to recognize the difference between real obstacles and “protection patterns,” so you can finally move forward.
• Why making the decision to start, even before you feel ready, will naturally build your confidence and motivation.
• Simple exercises like journaling will rewire your nervous system, and taking action becomes easier and more you.
• The power of changing your identity first, so your actions automatically match your new goals.

Forget “someday”......be the person who starts today.

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Most people think you have to be born a good speaker to step on stage and make an impact—but what if getting better is really just about putting in the reps?

Listen in as John Lee Dumas, host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, shares how he struggled on his first stage and what pushed him to keep going. Get his take on why embracing failure, facing live audiences, and sticking to a mantra of ruthless focus are the real ingredients of transformation. Discover why speaking is more than just being on a platform—it’s about delivering value and building your brand, one honest lesson at a time.

Here's what you'll learn:

• How putting in more reps as a speaker helps you get better, so you're not afraid of starting out rough.
• The hidden power of embracing silence on stage, so you command attention even from distracted audiences.
• Why niching down your message or topic opens doors to true success, so you avoid the trap of blending in with everyone else.
• The importance of seeing every stage—from podcasts to conferences—as your platform, so you own your influence and reach.
• How to handle honest feedback without letting it stop you, so you keep growing instead of giving up after your first try.

Get ready to put in the reps and turn speaking into real results that set you apart.

John Lee Dumas's website: https://www.eofire.com/

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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 Anita McKenna, 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.

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What if your next presentation didn't just inform but sparked trust and brought clients straight to you?

Uncover what most speakers never realize: it’s not about how much you teach, but how you make your audience feel. Learn how simple shifts in your approach can turn every talk into meetings, referrals, and real leads who want more from you.

You’ll see why sharing your story as the expert and using memorable phrases makes your message sticky. Ditch the salesy pitch. Discover how true service wins hearts—and opportunities—every single time.

What you'll learn:

• How to position yourself as the sought-after expert, so your audience instantly trusts and remembers you
• Speaking to serve,, so you attract more opportunities without sounding pushy
• Storytelling to overcome objections, so people see themselves in your stories and want your help
• Craft a powerful, repeatable phrase, it will help your message lingers long after you left the room
• Deliver actionable value every time, so you become the go-to name and get referrals for more speaking gigs

With the right strategy, every speech becomes a client magnet.

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