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Claim the Stage Podcast Episodes

  • Podcast Episode 215 Three Ways to Manage a Vulnerability Hangover (5/18/2022) - You shared something personal. You allowed yourself to be judged and get feedback. You did something scary in front of other people. And now… You have a vulnerability hangover. How do you know? You’re saying… OMG I did that wrong I overshared My speech was boring I was the worst in the group I totally…
  • Podcast Episode 214 Open and Close Your Speech with Confidence & Impact (4/27/2022) - Struggle with how to start your speech in a way that grabs your audience’s attention? Have a hard time wrapping it up succinctly? Today’s episode is for you! I share a few strategies you can use again and again to start and end your speech on a strong note. No more rambling, apologizing, or worrying…
  • Podcast Episode 213 The Art of Keeping It Simple (4/13/2022) - You’ve probably heard “less is more.” That statement couldn’t be more true when it comes to public speaking and crafting a powerful talk. On today’s episode, I break down the three ways to keep your speeches simple and effective.   They are: If I could only tell someone three things, what would they be? When…
  • Podcast Episode 212 Start a Speaking Business at 50 with Maria Romano (3/30/2022) - Wondering if it’s too late to get started as a professional speaker? Today’s episode is for you! Maria Romano is the founder of True Love Knots. She started her business in her 50s after her husband, Frank, passed away. She got back into the dating world and discovered it was dramatically different. Today she coaches…
  • Podcast Episode 211 Five Secrets to Become a Paid Speaker (3/23/2022) - Have you been dreaming about speaking on bigger stages, taking your expertise to more audiences, and getting paid for your expertise? If you’re wondering if you’re ready for this step, this episode will help you decide. Learn the five secrets to becoming a paid speaker and then check out my new course, Speaking School for…
  • Podcast Episode 210 What If I’m Boring? Three Ways to Bring It! (3/9/2022) - Have you ever found yourself saying this before a presentation? “What if I’m boring? I’m afraid everything I say everyone has already heard.”   If so, you are definitely not alone! Instead of focusing on having the most unique ideas, what if you focused on giving advice that is tried and true, and in your…
  • Podcast Episode 209 DIY Your PR with Amanda Berlin (3/2/2022) -   If you want to build a business as a speaker, coach, or author, getting visibility will make all the difference. Visibility is also important if you’re trying to build a personal brand as a leader in your field. But how do you get visibility if you’re just starting out?   On today’s show, Amanda…
  • Podcast Episode 208 Small Tweaks, Big Changes with Kathy Vines (2/23/2022) - Do you consider yourself to be a pretty good public speaker? Maybe even a great speaker? It’s possible you’re getting the job done, but there’s always room for improvement. As you’ll hear in part four of our four part series with Speaker Sisterhood club leaders and members, today’s guest came to our clubs to make…
  • Podcast Episode 207 Nothing to Hide with Jennifer Cummings Hillery (2/16/2022) - Today’s episode is part three of a four-part series with Speaker Sisterhood club leaders and members. I put this series together for you because I’m always asked how Speaker Sisterhood is different than Toastmasters, why it’s only for women, and what you learn if you sign up. On today’s show, I interview Jennifer Cummings Hillery,…
  • Podcast Episode 206 I Now Know I’m Worthy with Liz Nania (2/9/2022) - Today’s episode is part two of a four-part series with Speaker Sisterhood club leaders and members. I put this series together for you because I’m always asked how Speaker Sisterhood is different than Toastmasters, why it’s only for women, and what you learn if you sign up. On today’s show, I interview Liz Nania, Speaker…

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