Visit https://www.teridonelson.com/ for more information about Terí’s offerings.

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1:00

How did Dr. Nadia Brown find herself in this industry? Is this what she always wanted to do?

5:30

Tips for women in sales.

9:10

What is one of Dr. Nadia Brown's favorite topics to speak on?

16:13

Flourish

19:20

How does Dr. Nadia Brown work through the nerves?

26:21

A question for Bridgett.

33:50

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:11

How did Elliot Allen end up in the speaking universe?

5:22

Advice to shy, introverted people.

11:20

How did Elliot Allen get into the speaking topic of mental fitness?

17:08

Differences between Elliot Allen's first and most recent presentation.

24:00

A question for Bridgett.

30:00

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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 Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Travis Hardin

LinkedIn

https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/travishardin

2:12

How Travis Hardin get into public speaking and how he rejected it at first because of his first love and passion: baseball  

4:19

Travis is a great example of how honing your speaking skills can help you become more than just a one-dimensional professional. 

Travis Hardin: “What do I want them to see? That’s how you become better at x, y and z. You want to be a good example. People do what people see, so you 

5:25

Don’t wait for inspiration, you have to schedule it. 

8:01

What do you do when technology fails? What do you do when your expectations on a public speaking engagement change?

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9:39

You have to place the value on the people that are there to listen to you.

11:45

Technology does not come close to what a person can bring to a presentation. 

13:07

What else do we need to know to make sure our presentation is the best that it can be?

13:43

Travis Hardin: "Todays celling is tomorrows floor."

Travis Hardin likes to think of todays accomplishments as a starting point for tomorrow. Todays best is no good tomorrow. 

16:20

So many people stop moving up, and stop progressing because they did one good thing. You cannot stop after one accomplishment, you need to use that to set your next goal even higher.

18:21

How does Travis Hardin get past the fear of standing in front of a crowd and speaking in front of people?

20:36

Travis Hardin: "Once you take the front of that room, it's all about telling your story and adding value to the people."

24:51

You must start somewhere and learn from the past in order to progress.

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Bridgett McGowen:

https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

1:54

How do you get everyone’s attention and then keep it throughout the entirety of the presentation. 

Bogert on what the audience is thinking when you start a presentation: “Does this person have credibility, do they have expertise, do they have relevance and is there something that I can connect with and relate to.” 

3:12

The most important thing to know with public speaking, more important than what you say and how you say is, how you resonate with people’s emotions.

3:55

What if you are giving a presentation with a company deck? How do you add life and personality into a scripted presentation?

Bogert: “Too many people depend on the script and don’t actually speak from the heart and believe in what they’re doing.” 

6:40

What got Brian Bogert into public speaking? How did he find an interest in it?

7:35

A personal story from Brian on nearly losing his life and how it opened his mind to not just speaking and being engaging but the ways to be engaging. 

Brian Bogert: “What’s important is that we pause and be aware of the lessons we can extract from our stories

12:07

How Brian learned to embrace pain without suffering.

12:50 

The world is wrong for telling you to avoid pain. Embrace pain in order to avoid suffering and gain freedom.

16:34

Look at the moments in your life of the most profound growth...where did that growth come from? Did it come from pain? Rarely do massive growth moments from when everything is easy. 

17:50

What might seem like our own stories that are not distinct or unique can actually be great lessons to pass along to others. 

18:15

Why you should challenge yourself to share your personal growth with others.

19:08

Do you ever get nervous as a speaker? How do you manage nerves when speaking publicly?

19:45

Breathing strategies that are scientifically proven to reduce stress before speaking.

 22:22

In public speaking you can measure everything you do through impact. 

23:20

Don’t misplace nervousness for being bad at public speaking. When nervousness turns into anxiety, then it can be a problem, but nervousness is not indicative of failure in public speaking.”  

24:10

How do you stay on top of your game? How do you ensure that you stay polished?

25:02

Why you should study other speakers...you’ll pick up on things the best speakers do.

 29:36

Best way to get in touch with Brian: BrianBogert.comYou can also check out a free resource from Brian: Nolimitsprelude.comWhich includes a roadmap for the things you need to think about and consider when putting together a presentation.

31:15

The thing that keeps most people from taking action is: Fear 

32:50

If you want to Own the Microphone, become aware of what’s keeping you from getting on stage.

Show notes:

Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway

Bogert’s Bullets YouTube Page

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On today's episode Kevin and I discuss finding confidence in public speaking, what to do when technology fails or the unexpected happens and why the smallest details matter the most when it comes to public speaking. Kevin and I have a combined 60 years of professional speaking experience, so we have literally seen it all!

1:58 

How do you find confidence in public speaking, even if you are inexperienced, or don’t have an overly impressive resume.

3:16

How you should start in public speaking: finding a mentor or coach

4:06

The importance of passion in public speaking. “It really comes down to knowing yourself.”

6:45

Dig Deep: what does this mean and how you can use it to impact people through public speaking. What is it that lights a fire within you?

7:39

What’s the best way to get a presentation going? How do you get people going? What’s the best approach to trying to win over an audience and how do you start it?

9:05

The importance of storytelling in your presentation. 

11:30

How do you positively engage an audience when you have bad news? What’s the best way to convey news that is not positive?

“Many people don’t realize how many great companies started during an economic downturn. What a great inspirational story. But you wouldn’t know that unless you study the history of business and business development.”

15:13

What do you do during a presentation when technology fails?

 “I go into every presentation with the assumption that my technology is going to fail.”

15:40

A story from Kevin Mavers on preparedness and what you should do when technology fails.

19:10

The importance of preparedness and getting to your presentation site early enough to ensure you have all contingencies accounted for.

21:40

The importance of paying attention to the smallest details and how all of the most seemingly minute details being ironed out can lead to overall success in public speaking.

24:55

In the modern world, where Zoom communication and audio/visual communication through digital means, ensure your surroundings represent you and your message.

Show notes:

Resonate: Present Visual Stories that Transform Audiencesl 

Kevin’s offering a 30-minute initial consultation to discuss your micro-preneurial dreams and 50% off the regular price for attendance in the 12-week Micro-preneurial Apprentice Program.

You can find Kevin on the major social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

KLMaevers@Maevers.biz

307.222.4909

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1:00

How did Casey and Julie know they were able to empower others by using their voices?

9:30

One of the biggest mistakes speakers make when using their voice.

16:50

What should someone keep in mind to make sure that their message is recieved?

25;50

Favorite memories coaching at Vital Voice.

30:45

Questions for Bridgett.

37:30

Your voice can bring you joy.

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1:00

How did Rob “YB” Youngblood get into speaking?

6:30

How does Rob get past stubborn audiences?

12:40

What does YB typically speak on?

16:00

Pre presentation rituals.

18:00

Typical presentation mistakes.

31:06

A question for Bridgett.

40:50

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:37

How did Anjani Amriit get into the public speaking world?

2:55

What is Anjani Amriit's favorite thing about being a speaker?

5:00

How does Anjani get people in the mindset to believe they can make the impossible, possible?

10:00

What does Anjani believe is her most powerful presentation?

13:25

Anjani Amriit's book "Corporate Dropouts".

16:25

Following the breadcrumbs.

18:22

A question for Bridgett.

23:45

One last tip on how listeners can own the microphone.

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2:40

What does Angelique Hamilton normally speak about?

6:25

Angelique Hamilton's favorite presentation.

10:30

Did Angelique always want to be a speaker?

13:00

Comparison mode.

15:45

Tips on digital presentations.

20:20

Unforgettable presentation moment.

26:19

A question for Bridgett.

31:30

One last tip to own the microphone.

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1:50

How did Mark Shepard get to where he is today.

6:50

What is it that Mark speaks on?

13:20

What does MArk love about speaking?

15:14

What is the biggest change in Marks 1st presentation to his most recent.

22:50

Who are some people that have helped Mark in his past?

28:48

A question for Bridgett.

37:26

One last tip.

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Check out Linnita Hosten's podcast: Excellence in Everything Live https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLomg6xBNroEbCt9IP6RN8l8su-OzX49ch

0:50

How did Linnita Hosten become an expert in effective communication skills?

3:57

How does Linnita Hosten keep her audience members on the edge of their seat?

7:20

Practice aloud.

11:20

Linnita Hosten's favorite presentation.

18:15

A question for Bridgett.

23:05

One last tip.

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Visit askjo.org

0:44

What does JO Welch speak on?

4:40

How did JO Welch get into ASL?

8:00

You will not reach 100 percent of the audience all the time.

13:35

A strategy for listeners to help them be more memorable.

19:02

Presentation must haves.

29:10

A question for Bridgett.

44:00

How can listeners make sure they have a stellar presentation?

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2:05

How did Bonita Owens know she was meant to be a speaker?

5:39

What does Bonita Owens typically speak on?

8:50

Courage to live out loud.

13:00

Bonita's favorite topics to speak on.

19:40

Audience members number 1 take from Bonita's presentations.

20:50

How does Bonita keep her presentations sharp?

26:50

A question for Bridgett.

30:15

One last piece of advice.

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0:55

What topics does Leah Forney speak on and how did she get started?

4:10

Leah Forney's most popular to speak on.

6:15

How did Leah get to the place where she felt that she could share her story?

10:45

Leah's favorite story to tell

14:25

The Visibility Activator.

18:08

Presentation musts.

20:33

A question for Bridgett.

25:00

One last tip.

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0:48

Restaurant industry lifestyle into speaking career.

10:40

One of Dina's favorite presentations.

14:45

What can someone do to work on their inner strength?

17:20

A little information on Dinas book.

20:20

Delivering a message that crushes.

22:00

A presentation challenge.

29:10

A question for Bridgett.

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0:50

What did Jamar Washington do before becoming a speaker?

5:18

What to do when you and the audience are not vibing.

8:22

Presentation non negotiable.

12:20

I Wont Starve Academy.

15:59

Favorite topic to speak on.

18:50

What would Jamar do if he was not a speaker?

22:40

How do Jamar's books play a role in his presentations?

31:39

A question for BRidgett.

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0:50

How did Michael Hanegan become a professional speaker?

4:45

What is one of the biggest problems solved in Michaels presentations?

12:30

Guarding against expertise reversal.

17:20

What is the best part of being a professional speaker?

18:46

Michaels greatest evolution being a public speker.

25:55

A question for Bridgett.

29:25

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:51

What exactly does Lisa Monette do and why does she love it?

4:30

Where does confidence come from?

9:35

How did Lisa get into her line of work?

12:08

One thing someone can put in place to boost their confidence on video.

21:09

What does Lisa love to present on?

24:47

A question for Bridgett.

30:36

One last tip on owning the microphone.

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Visit chinelo.info for more information about Chinelo’s offerings.

0:55

How did Chinelo Enwonwu go from being a Pharmacist to being a public speaker?

4:00

Where does Chinelo's confidence come from?

7:13

How does Chinelo deal with mishaps in presentations?

9:50

What is one of Chinelo favorite presentations?

15:27

How does Chinelo Enwonwu give her audience the best experience?

18:39

A question for Bridgett.

21:27

Presentation evoloution.

24:23

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:40

How did being a teacher play a role in Rob Durant becoming a teacher?

8:00

Flywheel Results.

13:30

What is one of the greatest challenges when it comes to speaking?

24:30

A memorable presentation moment.

26:20

A question for Bridgett.

33:31

One last tip.

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Visit https://www.thebestworkplace.com to learn about Cornelius and his team's offerings in the area of coaching, talent development, holistic organizational health, organizational efficiency and visit https://wwwneliusspices.com to order his spices!

1:45

How did Cornelius Dowdell get into speaking?

12:34

Did Cornelius always plan on being a speaker?

22:54

Favorite topic to speak on.

29:43

Always looking to learn.

38:00

Cornelius Dowdell's spices.

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To learn more about Rickie and his offerings, please visit https://www.emergingexcellencellc.com/

0:50

What is one of the biggest mistakes that speakers make when making a presentation?

2:28

How did Rickie Burney get into the world of speaking?

8:41

What is Rickie's favorite presentation to deliver

14:15

Biggest difference between Rickie's first presentation, and most recent.

19:49

A question for Bridgett.

25:36

One last tip to own the microphone.

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0:28

You are not a tiger in a cage, express yourself and use your hands.

6:40

What is one of Pegine's favorite program to teach?

14:27

A question for Bridgett, and a time Pegine was in charge of an event for Vietnam veterans.

24:00

A life changing vision.

25:30

A message to someone who may be in trouble.

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0:47

How long has Pegine Echevarria been a speaker, and how did they start?

5:20

Dealing with a co-presentor.

12:43

An interesting panel discussion.

19:30

Panel advice.

25:30

Keynote Non Negotiables.

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Visit https://rosemaryravinal.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/EXECUTIVE-PRESENCE-GUIDEBOOK-Ravinal-6.4.22-resized.pdf to download Executive Presence: Earn Trust and Credibility on Any Stage.

Rosemary’s website: https://rosemaryravinal.com

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Rosemary's TEDx Talk, "Slay the Dragons of Bad Communication” is available here: https://youtu.be/ZP0rC_3zAU4?si=mLsbMv5MfcCG0nQS

0:50

Has Rosemary Ravinal always been confident when it comes to speaking?

3:10

Which is better, speaking for a company or speaking for yourself?

7:30

What is Rosemary Ravinal's favorite presentation?

10:40

Stories to give audience members an aha moment.

12:45

An important takeaway from Rosemary's book.

16:16

Executive presence.

18:53

A question for Bridgett.

22:05

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit www.franhauser.com to book Fran for a speaking engagement and to learn more about her offerings and her books, The

Myth of the Nice Girl

as well as Embrace the Work, Love Your Career, which are available from major online retailers.

1:00

Fran Hauser's upcoming keynote.

8:17

Where can someone get an idea for a book / keynote etc?

14:00

Fireside Chat vs. Keynote presentation.

18:21

What is a story from Fran's keynote that she loves?

21:43

Presentation musts.

24:39

A question for Bridgett.

27:20

One last tip.

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S - Storytelling: Craft engaging narratives.

P - Pauses: Use strategic silent breaks.

E - Emotion: Connect through feelings.

A - Analogies: Make complex ideas relatable.

K - Key Points: Stick to the rule of three.

E - Engagement: Involve your audience.

R - Rhetorical Devices: Use powerful language

1:28

Leesa Askew's media background and how it connects to the speaking world.

4:54

Silence.

10:35

Has Leesa always been confident on the microphone?

14:25

What is Leesa's favorite topic to speak on?

17:41

A question for Bridgett.

23:35

7 most important tips to becoming a speaker.

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Visit www.derekclott.com to book and connect with Derek.

0:45

What came first Derek Lott's life, being a negotiator or being a speaker? What is someone that must do to be a successful communicator?

11:10

What is one thing that most people get wrong when it comes to effective communication?

16:23

What is one of Derek's favorite topics to present on?

18:35

A surprising fact about Derek.

21:05

A question for Bridgett.

32:00

Upgrade your network.

34:37

One last tip.

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0:52

How long has Jesse Cruz been a speaker and what are the topics he speaks on?

6:04

What is the best part of speaking? What is a favorite story to share with audiences?

10:52

What makes it hard for people to let go? Biggest difference between when Jesse first started speaking vs. now.

14:50

How to create an audience focused speaking engagement.

17:42

What is the most important thing that a speaker must do?

20:27

A question for Bridgett.

23:25

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit www.scottypinspiration.com to book Scotty for speaking engagements and to learn about his coaching options.

1:00

Has Scotty J. Prendergast always been a confident speaker?

2:45

What does Scotty speak on?

10:00

AHA moment.

17:22

What is the most important part of a presentation?

21:26

A question for Bridgett.

27:30

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit www.deahberrymitchell.com to book Deah to speak.

4:20

Confidence. How does look factor into a speaking event?

10:20

What does Deah Berry Mitchell speak on?

18:20

What publications has Deah written for?

25:00

Deah's first speaking event, what would she change?

32:41

A question for Bridgett.

39:25

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnette-baker-7338893/ to connect with Ginnette Baker.

0:55

How did Ginnette Baker get to where she is today?

6:28

Ginnette Baker's favorite topic to speak on.

14:00

When Ginnette started speaking vs. most recent presentation, what is the biggest difference?

17:20

Speaking to young adults vs. other types of audiences.

20:00

Dealing with difficult audience members.

26:45

Has Ginnette always been confident?

30:53

A question for Bridgett.

37:07

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:00

How did Dr. Will Moreland get into public speaking?

4:30

Presentation musts.

10:00

Favorite topics to speak on, and unforgettable moment with audience member.

16:50

Where does Dr. Will's confidence come from?

20:30

Common mistakes made by speakers.

22:55

A question for Bridgett.

29:30

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit www.kevinmyates.com to book Kevin M. Yates who's known in the global training, learning, and talent development community as the L&D Detective. He investigates impact and solves measurement mysteries with facts, clues, evidence, and data. With 25+ years industry experience serving in diverse roles across multiple industries and brands including Grant Thornton, Kantar, McDonald’s, and Meta (Facebook), Kevin examines fulfillment of purpose for training and learning. He is also founder and president of Meals in the Meantime, a nonprofit providing food support and assistance with pop-up food pantries.

2:08

Has Kevin M. Yates always been a confident speaker?

5:08

100% of the audience will not be on the same page.

11:50

How did Kevin get into his line of work?

15:09

What kinds of presentations does Kevin present?

20:30

A favorite story that is a part of Kevin's presentations.

28:00

Difference between when Kevin first started vs. now.

33:27

A question for Bridgett.

39:13

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:55

Benefits of great question asking skills.

4:00

An example of a not so great question to start with, and how to fix the question.

11:00

What causes people to fall short as great listeners?

17:37

What are Paul Bramson's favorite kinds of presentations?

24:30

Difference between young Paul and current Paul's presentations.

27:06

A question for Bridgett.

36:55

One last tip in how to own the microphone.

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To schedule Simone for a high-impact DEI speaking engagement, visit www.simonemorris.com, and to engage Simone and her team for coaching, consulting, or training in the areas of DEI and inclusive leadership, visit www.simonemorrisenterprises.org 

1:30

First presentation vs. now, what does Simone E. Morris know now she wishes she knew then?

4:08

Presentation musts.

9:45

What type of presentation does Simone like the most and why?

15:10

What Simone E. Morris speaks on.

19:58

Big mistakes that speakers make.

23:45

A question for Bridgett.

27:13

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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 Visit https://burningshield.com to learn more about Jason and to get him on your stage.

0:45

How did Jason Schecterle get to where he is today?

9:54

A presentation that moved both Jason and his audience.

18:07

Why is it easier to speak to a larger audience?

22:00

Past hiccups, and how to turn them around.

25:30

What is the #1 piece of advice Jason Schecterle gives to his students?

31:37

A question for Bridgett.

36:35

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:00

How did Cindy Huggett get to where she is?

3:00

Biggest missteps that presenters make.

6:12

Complications when it comes to public speaking. Public vs. virtual presentations.

18:40

What is Cindy Huggett favorite presentation?

22:30

A question for Bridgett.

27:30

One last tip on how listeners can own the microphone.

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1:46

Do you have to have a slide deck when it comes to presentations?

12:11

Confidence monitors.

16:00

Image relevance.

21:25

Eye contact.

24:50

Slide decks in the virtual environment.

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5:10

Vocalized pausing.

13:10

Project your voice.

15:32

Learned language, is it necessary?

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3:00

Energy and anxiety.

6:40

How do we fix the speed problem?

11:40

Inserting pauses.

18:00

Reading out loud.

21:45

What else can we do in order to slow down speeches?

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1:56

What makes a great first impression when it comes to a speech, and drawing the listeners in?

9:15

How did Diana Howles figure out how to get her audience involved and keep their attention?

17:35

What makes a great presentation ending?

32:15

What else does the audience need to know in order to have a great opening and closing or a presentation?

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1:58

Nervousness helps you be ready.

10:20

What do you need for your presentation? Specific microphones are key.

15:00

Never say that you are nervous.

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2:24

What makes a great presentation?

6:30

Audience size.

11:20

Logistics.

21:42

AHA moments.

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2:!0

What is the quickest way to turn off and audience?

5:35

How am I going to get the best out of this, even if it is not going to be my best presentation?

9:00

Trying to be funny. Be careful with humor.

11:35

"I didn't prepare."

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3:00

Is a PowerPoint necessary for a presentation?

8:45

Slide design.

14:00

Presentation prep mishaps.

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1:30

Is confidence a masculine thing?

9:30

A story from Bridgett.

14:00

Many people are in the same boat when it comes to beginning public speaking. A surprising story from Bridgett.

21:56

A time when Monique felt she was not her most confident.

27:00

Read chapter 2 of Bridgetts book.

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2:30

Stop asking irrelevant questions.

12:00

The voice and the vision.

15:40

Questions to ask the audience.

21:00

P.S.A. Point Story Application.

30:00

How to keep the conversation going when the presentation ends.

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1:58

Handling distractions.

8:40

Dealing with chatty people who steal the show.

13:12

Sidebar conversations and audience members trying to derail the presentation.

18:00

Dealing with mistakes.

26:00

Sometimes there is a difficult audience member that you need to have a chat with.

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2:30

How does Monique Russell deal with nerves?

6:50

You haven't heard the words.

16:00

Becoming familiar with your presentation room.

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Email John at john@johnelzinga.com to receive his eBook, A Way to Live and Lead, Thoughts About How Faith, Leadership, Culture, and Customer Service Flow Together, for free. 

0:38

John Elzinga's life before becoming a professional speaker.

8:55

What is a book that everyone needs to read?

10:30

What is John's "Why?".

15:11

What made John a great speaker?

18:30

A question for Bridgett.

25:48

What else do listeners need to know in order to own the microphone?

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Visit www.biancachandler.com to schedule a discovery call for her coaching programs.

2:05

How did Bianca Chandler become a lead singer of a band?

8:15

When did Bianca learn that she could become a professional speaker?

11:15

What does Bianca typically speak on?

18:00

A hiccup during a presentation.

28:30

Slides Carnival.

31:20

A question for Bridgett.

35:45

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:11

How did Edie Raether get started speaking?

10:00

What is the topic that Edie speaks on?

20:28

 Edie's upcoming TEDx Talk.

31:30

What is Edie's favorite topic to speak on?

36:12

A question for Bridgett.

42:40

What else do speakers need to know in order to own the microphone?

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1:00

Building confidence.

11:08

A moment that has always stayed with Chris.

13:45

Presentation must haves.

24:10

Common mistakes that speakers make.

35:40

A question for Bridgett.

42:20

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:45

Rachael's podcast style.

3:40

What does Rachael mostly speak on?

6:28

Memorable moments.

10:40

Feedback.

20:00

Rachael Mann has not always been a confident speaker.

23:56

A question for Bridgett.

31:50

One last tip.

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1:28

How did Anthony White get started speaking?

6:10

Stop the "what ifs'.

7:40

How did Anthony White do what he did in one year?

10:45

What is Anthony White's favorite topic to speak on?

15:50

Has Anthony always been this confident? What is the secret sauce to become confident?

18:54

A question for Bridgett.

26:00

Be courageous.

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1:15

How did Shelley Golden get started in the speaking world?

3:17

Biggest mistake people make on Zoom.

9:55

How does image play into a speaker's brand?

24:58

A question for Bridgett.

30:39

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:09

What does public relations have to do with public speaking?

5:28

Mistakes people make when trying to make their brand.

10:20

No video? How does Pam find her audience?

23:50

How does someone find their niche?

36:11

A question for Bridgett.

40:14

One last tip for listeners to own the microphone.

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0:36

How did Rachel Cossar get started speaking in nonverbal communication?

 5:52

What does Rachel Cossar typically speak about?

9:07

Nonverbal communication mistakes.

12:33

Rachel's presentation mistake, and how she dealt with it.

16:37

A question for Bridgett.

21:28

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:50

How Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones got into speaking.

7:40

Image of leadership.

9:49

What the listeners hear needs to match what they see.

17:31

What fear has Dr. Nicole have to overcome when it comes to speaking?

25:12

A question for Bridgett.

28:05

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:00

How did Jimbo Clark end up speaking, and how did he end up in Taiwan?

13:30

Challenge yourself, and master the audience.

19:00

What does Jimbo speak on in order to allow him to travel all over the world?

25:20

Pioneer syndrome.

39:18

Most memorable moment in Jimbo's speaking history.

43:30

A question for Bridgett.

51:35

What do listeners need to know in order to think outside the box?

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0:45

How did Chris Bent get started as a public speaker?

8:!5

Being in the presence of someone that has accomplished your goals.

11:45

How did Chris make the transition to speaking during a pandemic?

16:22

What gave Chris his confidence?

20:49

A question for Bridgett.

27:41

One last tip on how to Own the Microphone.

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0:48

How did Adrian Smude become a speaker?

4:35

What are some of Adrian Smude's greatest failures and greatest successes?

9:50

Toastmasters.

11:50

What is Adrian's favorite topic to speak on?

16:55

A question for Bridgett.

20:00

Speech introductions.

25:38

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:40

How did Diana Howles get into speaking?

5:37

What is the first thing speakers need to read in Diana's book?

7:08

What inspired Diana to become a speaker?

12:17

A question for Bridgett.

19:20

Confidence getting on the stage.

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 0:45

A presentation that stuck with Les Adkins.

5:20

Why does Les prefer to use the headset microphone?

9:14

How does Les help his audiences?

16:50

How did the pandemic effect Les' speaking engagements?

27:00

What is a common mistake that speakers make?

31:03

A question for Bridgett.

36:36

Presentation must haves.

38:50

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:45

How did Trish Springsteen become a motivational speaker?

12:35

What has Trish seen the best speakers do during speeches?

18:11

Why are speaking skills a must-have for everyone?

26:50

A question for Bridgett.

38:15

One last tip for speakers.

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1:50

A story that has stuck with Jason A. Dixon.

7:15

How does Jason get ready for a new presentation?

11:40

An obstacle that Jason had to overcome.

17:30

Why is it important for others to know your story?

20:11

A question for Bridgett.

26:40

What else do listeners need to know in order to own the microphone?

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How did Angela Brand get to where she is now in the speaking world?

5:00

The F.I.R.E. method.

8:15

Has Angela Brand always had this much confidence when it comes to speaking? What is the toughest challenges when it comes to speaking?

16:13

What is one of Angela Brand's favorite presentations to speak on and why?

21:55

A question for Bridgett.

25:40

Make sure you are full. A good speaker is a good reader.

31:30

Angela Brand's E Book!

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0:47

What does John Chen typically speak on?

12:45

Plan B-Z

18:21

What is a big difference between one of John's presentations today vs. 30 years ago?

30:39

What are some non negotiable habits that John has when it comes to speaking?

37:28

A question for Bridgett.

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1:30

Technical failures during presentations.

5:30

Learn how to speak to the audience hearts and minds.

8:57

How does Kevin McNulty move his audience to be their best?

13:18

Advice for someone who doubts themself.

19:00

Has Kevin always been a confident speaker?

31:38

A question for Bridgett.

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1:00

Did Eric M. Bailey always plan on becoming a public speaker?

3:00

What is Eric's "secret sauce"?

10:51

LL Cool J.

16:37

Using brain science to explain irrational behavior at work.

21:00

What is Eric M. Bailey's favorite subject to speak on?

30:35

A difficult situation during a presentation.

36:30

A question for Bridgett.

44:09

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:00

What does Trisch Heitz normally speak on when presenting?

9:45 

How do you change what you believe about yourself?

17:00

What do people think that they have to be behind the microphone?

27:35

A question for Bridgett.

32:42

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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0:48

Does Bob Roitblat get nervous before presentations?

7:10

The possibility of getting sidetracked during a presentation.

11:10

What does Bob normally talk about during his presentations?

17:57

Game changing speaking strategy.

22:56

A question for Bridgett.

30:20

What else do listeners need to know in order to own the microphone?

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0:55

What is one of the toughest parts about being a professional speaker?

3:00

What is a difference between Tanya J. Miller's first speaking event and her most recent one?

8:00

How does Tanya speak authentically and passionately about something that may not be personal to her?

12:40

What is Tanya's message?

22:19

A question for Bridgett.

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2:30

How did Frank Kitchen start speaking full time?

6:36

What does Frank usually speak on? What is the big aha moment?

8:30

F.R.E.S.H

12:30

What is a big mistake that speakers make?

18:25

Was Frank always a confident speaker?

22:20

A question for Bridgett.

30:20

Where to find Frank.

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0:45

How did Ben Gay, III become a speaker?

14:10

How does someone deal with a hiccup in a presentation?

32:15

What else do people need to know in order to own the microphone?

40:40

A question that caught Ben off guard.

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1:00

How did Jenn Espinosa-Goswami start helping people become better speakers?

7:12

What is one of Jenn's favorite stories to speak on?

14:30

Speakers are P.E.S.T.s

21:40

What is the biggest difference between Jenn's first presentation and her most recent?

26:20

A question for Bridgett.

29:45

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Get in touch with Thom at www.ThomSinger.com

0:50

What is the #1 mistake that speakers make that is easily preventable?

4:25

How does Thom Singer connect to his audience, and what does he speak on?

8:40

Thom has not always been a confident speaker.

12:30

Thom's signature story about the doctor that saved his daughter's life.

15:50

How does Thom deal with a difficult audience member?

18:24

A question for Bridgett.

22:12

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Contact Lois at lois@bookmorebusiness.com to get a free eBook on selling.

1:15

Yes/no when it comes to being a confident speaker.

5:50

Is there anything I need to know before a presentation?

9:15

Expert or generalist?

11:15

One of the biggest mistakes speakers make.

14:45

Speaking for free vs. speaking for a fee.

19:50

PSA - point, story, application.

23:40

Positioning statements are key.

28:53

A question for Bridgett.

34:24

You do not have to accept every speaking opportunity.

36:20

What else do listeners need to know?

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Get in touch with Lorenzo at https://atimetospeak.life/ or at timetospeaklife@gmail.com

0:40

What is the main topic that Lorenzo Hughes speaks on?

7:10

How does Lorenzo Hughes trauma and life experience come out in his presentations?

12:11

What is the difference between Lorenzo's first presentation and his most recent?

17:00

Preparation for a presentation and not relying on technology.

19:17

What made Lorenzo want to be a speaker?

21:34

A question for Bridgett.

26:13

How to connect with Lorenzo Hughes.

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Please visit https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/resources/ to gain free access to 11 eBooks.

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Visit https://bit.ly/NFReal101 for an interview/presentation explaining how we can be authentic, happy, successful and REAL with Dr. Forest held at a summit organized by The PSA.  

0:50

Was public speaking Dr. Natalie Forest's original goal?

11:16

Speaking from the heart and technology failures.

16:25

Does Dr. Natalie Forest love speaking about soul speaking the most?

20:56

Biggest audience realization moments.

25:00

A question for Bridgett.

35:05

What is something people may not know about Dr. Natalie Forest? 

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Connect with Dr. Badawy at Waelbadawy.com

0:50

Where did Dr. Badawy's confidence to speak come from?

14:54

What do you do if your audience differs in values?

22:05

An unforgettable presentation.

26:01

A question for Bridgett.

29:30

Give them a reason to listen.

33:25

What else do listeners need to know in order to own the microphone?

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0:40

How did Pam Leinmiller end up in the speaking world?

10:44

What is Pam's "secret sauce" to help people in the S.T.E.M professions own the microphone?

28:12

Meetings should be treated as presentations.

31:25

A question for Bridgett.

34:50

The unspoken really matters.

Email Pam at pam@pamleinmiller.com or fill out the contact form on my website https://pamleinmiller.com and refer to this podcast to receive "Three Keys to Appearing Confident and Competent During Any Presentation" to set them up for success for their next presentation.

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Visit www.articulatepersuasion.com to learn more and to connect with Monique.

0:50 

How long has Monique Maley been a speaker, and what has changed since she started?

10:04

Missteps during presentations.

17:52

Does Monique repeat her presentations?

30:57

A question for Bridgett.

37:37

What does Monique usually speak on?

40:30

One last piece of advice on how to own the microphone.

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Visit www.crystalblackwell.com to get your goal setting worksheet.

0:48

What did Crystal Blackwell do before become a public speaker?

5:20

The difficulty of being confident.

8:14

What does Crystal love workshopping?

17:00

Planting seeds.

25:50

A question for Bridgett.

32:30

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit https://transformationalthoughtleaders.biz/gift/ to get Marcia’s giveaway.

0:40

How did Marcia Bench become a confident speaker?

8:00

Biggest transition from presentation number 1 to now.

10:27

Scariest and most exciting part of Marcia Bench's transition into speaking.

15:40

What is the biggest mistake that speakers make and how do they avoid it?

20:05

A question for Bridgett.

22:58

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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Visit www.fredjoyal.com to download the first chapter of Fred’s book, Superbold.

1:09

Why does a moderator not read Fred Joyal's bio before he takes the stage? What is Fred's secret sauce?

5:15

How did Fred become the confident speaker that he is?

9:53

How can someone increase their boldness immediately?

15:19

How does Fred prepare his presentations?

18:20

Can you learn how to be bold?

22:14

A question for Bridgett.

30:46

One last tip to own the mic and also to own life.

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1:17

Where did Ayris Scales' career start, and how did she get into public speaking? 14:05

What is one of Ayris' most memorable presentations?

23:30

The audience is listening even if they are not responding.

32:50

Question for Bridgett.

40:05

What else do we need to know in order to own the microphone?

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Visit CAFFEstrategies.com to get 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity.

0:40

What has Genein Letford taken from teaching in the classroom to the presentation rooms?

4:40

What are some presentation go-tos?

10:30

What is intercultural creativity?

14:45

Virtual vs. in person presentations.

20:23

What is easier, speaking in front of kids or speaking in front of adults?

25:53

A question for Bridgett.

27:50

What else do we need to know to own the microphone?

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1:45

The Texas pride that comes out of Caitlin Scott's speaking.

5:44

An audience member who just is not feeling her message.

7:40

What are some topics that Caitlin speaks on, and how do you make sure you are always memorable to the audience?

13:13

Caitlin's first presentation.

20:55

When it comes to speaking engagements, what is Caitlin looking forward to in the next few years?

27:00

One last tip.

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0:54

How did Leslie Klatt end up owning the microphone?

3:18

What are Leslie's core messages when speaking?

10:25

An unforgettable presentation.

16:45

Leslie's presentation must haves.

20:40

One last piece of advice.

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1:35

Why does Monica Neubauer like about public speaking?

6:25

Small things that the best speakers do.

16:50

Methods to making sure your message sticks.

19:20

Always be prepared for failed technology.

22:45

Speaker personality.

26:16

What is the number one thing that the best speakers do?

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1:54

Energetic voice resonance and body language.

8:30

Handling audience response.

13:23

A favorite strategy for presentations.

18:50

Does slowing down the pace of speech always work?

24:08

A question for Bridgett.

29:22

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:00

How does a person influence others through public speaking?

4:15

Strategies that transform presentations from good to great.

8:00

What does it mean to get out of your head and into the audience hearts?

17:50

Common mistakes.

33:50

One last tip to help speakers own the microphone.

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1:00

Speak so people will listen.

3:30

What is one of the biggest mistakes that people make when presenting?

10:35

What are some of Monique Russell's favorite speaking topics? Differences between first presentation and current presentations.

17:30

How does Monique deal with non responsive audience members?

21:15

Monique's podcast "Bridge to You."

24:30

How important is embracing who you are?

29:05

A question for Bridgett.

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1:15

The start of Bernadette Bruckner's speaking career being an introvert.

15:31

What is the number one question Bernadette answers on stage?

27:02

Bernadette's first big presentation.

30:25

How does Bernadette find the right topic for the TEDx audience?

39:20

A question for Bridgett.

43:40

Jump out of your comfort zone.

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1:10

Speaking chose Quinn Conyers.

4:50

What does Quinn Conyers do for her audience?

8:40

One tip or suggestion.

13:45

What was the scariest part about branching out on her own?

17:27

Favorite presentation.

21:20

What is an everyday practice the average man or woman can do to work on their confidence.

25:00

What was a point in time.

29:30

Presentation must haves.

32:30

One last tip.

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0:51

How did Jeff Davis get started in public speaking, and what is the biggest challenge?

3:15

Most memorable presentation.

6:40

Has Jeff always been a confident speaker?

9:00

What would Jeff tell his past self?

12:27

Telling stories in presentations.

14:30

What does Jeff consider to be his super power?

19:00

Take off that mask.

20:09

A question for Bridgett.

23:00

One last tip.

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0:49

A memorable presentation.

4:16

Going off script and speaking from experience.

7:00

Topics that Sparkle Lindsay speaks on.

9:40

After all her sickness and all she has gone through, how does Sparkle keep pushing and find the strength to keep going?

16:00

How does Sparkle use her strengths to get to the end result of a great presentation?

20:00

Four tips from Bridgett when it comes to presenting.

25:15

What are some of Sparkle's presentation must-haves?

33:21

A question for Bridgett.

41:30

What is Sparkle grateful for?

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1:36

How did Char Spicer get to where she is, and where does the confidence come from?

4:36

What is Char's story and her main speaking points?

9:58

What made Char's most memorable presentation her most memorable presentation?

17:13

What are Char's core values?

20:55

What are some things that the most successful speakers do?

25::19

What would Char say to her past self?

33:10

A question for Bridgett.

40:10

One last tip on how to own the microphone.

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1:20

Number one lesson Damon Givehand learned as a speaker.

5:05

A time where Damon was not such a great speaker--his true fear of making a fool out of himself in front of others.

8:18

What is a common mistake made by speakers?

12:30

How do we heal and solve our lives?

15:30

What got Damon to write his book "Yoga, Truth, and the Real Fountain of Youth"?

21:20

What is one of Damon's favorite engagement tools?

28:20

You are a facilitator, always set yourself up for success.

31:27

A question for Bridgett. TED Talk topics.

40:17

One last tip.

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00:57

Three words that describe Sharon Devonish Leid's presentation style/how does she "jazz up" a subject?

9:54

What is the most common question Sharon is asked?

14:09

Sharon's red apple.

16:30

What does someone with little to no experience do to be their best when making a presentation?

20:18

What, why, and how?

22:15

Has Sharon always been confident?

25:56

What else makes Sharon stand out?

29:10

A question for Bridgett.

38:10

Just be yourself on stage. Don't be an imposter.

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00:50

What is a business storytelling master?

3:50

Strategies on how to effectively craft impulsive stories.

6:00

What topics does Mellissa Tong usually speak on, and what is a strategy for being a rockstar on-camera?

8:33

Ascetic tips.

13:06

Has Mellissa always owned the microphone?

21:50

A question for Bridgett.

25:00

Feel free to pause.

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GET IN TOUCH

0:50

How did Becky Paroz become addicted to public speaking?

6:30

How does somebody find their "secret sauce"?

10:14

What is one of the most important lessons that Becky Paroz teaches her audiences?

12:15

Difficult audience members.

21:40

What do people need to know to own the microphone?

27:55

Answering challenging questions.

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1:15

How did Kelly Charles-Collins get to where she is today?

5:15

Always be prepared.

10:00

Knowing when you are your best and most comfortable.

14:30

What are some of the topics that Kelly speaks on?

22:35

What is Kelly looking forward to in her future?

28:00

What is a common question that Kelly is asked?

40:50

A question for Bridgett.

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1:00 

Where did Srimanju Katragadda's confidence come from?

7:20

What is Srimanju's core message?

12:45

How does Srimanju make sure she delivers the same energy and passion every time she presents?

17:25

Connecting to the audience.

23:20

A memorable presentation and why it was memorable.

28:00 

A question for Bridgett.

36:00

Feedback and support.

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1:00

What is Marcy Neumann's favorite presentation topic?

8:55

How did Marcy get past her own self doubts?

20:25

What if's and saying I don't know. You are given two opportunities.

25:58

A question for Bridgett.

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1:15

Dominique Fraser was not always a confident speaker.

3:00

What are some topics that Dominique Fraser speaks on?

7:30

A time with a difficult audience member.

17:40

Must-have tools for the best speakers.

20:50

Virtual presentations.

29:30

What excites Dominique Fraser about the past and the future?

33:05

A question for Bridgett.

42:30

A tip on how to always be successful.

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1:00

Has Kim Raaijmakers always been this confident?

3:00

What are Kim Raaijmakers topics on which she speaks, and what makes her take on them unique?

6:50

Conscious cycle of confidence.

14:55

What is something that the worst speakers do?

20:55

Most memorable presentation experience.

24:52

A question for Bridgett.

34:30

One final piece of advice.

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1:00

First paid presentation vs. most recent. What would Larry Long, Jr. tell his past self? What is something someone can do to step their game up?

4:30

Hallmarks of a Larry Long, Jr. presentation.

6:45

How can listeners work on discovering their gifts?

14:50

Standing up for a conversation.

18:48

Larry's favorite presentation.

23:39

A question for Bridgett.

26:35

 One last piece of advice.

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0:50

How did Ria Mestiza get the nerve to become a speaker?

4:39

Show preparation. What are some of Ria's must-haves / must do's?

7:23

How does Ria summon her superhuman when presenting? What makes her unique?

11:50

A recommendation to sharpen speaking skills.

13:50

What message does Ria bring when presenting? What makes people believe that they are not enough?

19:50

A question for Bridgett.

25:42

One last tip.

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1:05

Was Rhonda Daniels always a confident speaker?

4:25

What are the topics that Rhonda Daniels speaks on?

10:16

Practices of the best speakers.

19:45

A question for Bridgett.

24:30

Some final advice for listeners to own the microphone.

29:50

When it comes to presenting, what does Rhonda Daniels do that is different?

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0:50

What is the biggest difference between Nicolene Elhadad's first presentation and her most recent presentation?

2:25

Nicolene's time working for a cruise line.

4:00

Growing businesses and franchising.

6:20

How does Nicolene help female business owners find and amplify their voices.

9:40

What are some topics that Nicolene normally speaks on? How does Nicolene connect to the audience and get them to relate to her?

14:00

How does Nicolene balance the perfect and imperfect.

18:15

How did Nicolene become a confident speaker?

21:00

Questions for Bridgett.

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0:50

Something unexpected that happened during an event.

7:24

Recommendations for something that may be unconditional but that can help when presenting.

12:30

Mind mapping, outlining, and scripting.

15:20

Alyssa's core topics.

19:50

How did Alyssa make the change into the public speaking world?

25:08

If Alyssa wasn't in public speaking, what would she do?

26:50

A question for Bridgett.

33:30

One last tip.

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1:00

How did Stephanie Michelle get to where she is today?

7:30

What is the first step for people to be okay with wants, not needs?

12:00

Confident Introverts.

15:50

How does Stephanie get her audience to remember her and what makes her dynamic?

24:30

Get as many testimonials possible from happy audience members.

26:10

A question for bridgett.

33:20

One last tip.

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0:50

How did Becky Mosbrucker get to be a public speaker?

3:00

How does visual learning factor into Becky Mosbrucker's presentations?

7:50

How did Becky Mosbrucker settle on the topic of safety as the cornerstone of her presentations?

11:40

How did Becky Mosbrucker fix something unexpected in a presentation?

16:30

What is it about Becky's presentations that set them apart?

19:40

The ticket to depart strategy.

22:00

One last tip for how to own the microphone.

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0:45

How did Tara Aytes get into speaking?

4:30

How can the average person get rid of negativity to find their voice?

12:40

Thoughts or things that are pre-presentation must haves for Tara Aytes.

15:20 

What does Tara Aytes do to keep the audience on the edge of their seat?

21:30

Always ask questions that have the audience thinking in the affirmative.

24:50

What is Tara Aytes excited for in the future?

25:50

One last piece of advice.

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Lorna Jayne

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Terra Fontenot-Beard

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Regina Robinson

1:47

How did Regina Robinson get into the world of public speaking?

4:00

How have friends and family kept Regina going in speaking professionally?

9:11

Reginas two books.

11:45

There are no mistakes in a presentation; the audience does not know a mistake happened--just keep going.

14:30

How does someone bring the passion to a presentation no matter what the presentation is about?

18:25

Presentation must do's.

22:35

What is a need to know to be able to own the microphone?

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Ayesis Clay

1:20

A little bit about Ayesis Clay.

6:00

Finding the courage to write and perform a solo show about her life experiences.

8:30

What does Ayesis do when she is not feeling confident? Fighting imposter syndrome with "my list of dopeness."

13:15

What would Ayesis tell her former self?

16:20

Bridgett McGowen: One of the hallmarks of some of the most effective speakers is that after you hear them you feel like you've been helped."

17:58

Don't stand in your story; stand on your story.

21:50

Be the speaker you would want to hear if you were in the audience.

22:40

Last pieces of advice.

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Cari Briner

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Estelle Keeber

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0:44

What did Estelle Keeber do before she owned the microphone?

4:30

From social media to speaking.

7:50

Does Estelle's message always resonate with the audience?

11:38

What does Estelle do to always stay on top of her speaking game?

14:30

What are some topics that Estelle speaks on?

17:51

V.A.R.K.

20:00

One last suggestion to own the microphone.

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Kate Paine

1:10

How did Kate Paine get into speaking?

6:25

What does Kate do when her technology involved in her presentation fails?

8:30

Dealing with imposter syndrome.

14:30

Using LinkedIn to become a rockstar.

18:45

Find your niche in each topic.

20:30

A memorable presentation.

24:48

How does Kate deal with difficult audience members?

31:00

Tips or strategies to practice daily for a presentation.

37:00 

Number one tip to own the microphone.

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Own the Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Kiala Givehand

1:17

What does Kiala Givehand speak on and how is she able to speak with little preparation?

3:40

Lived and learned experiences. 

Kiala Givehand: "To me, speaking and teaching just go hand in hand."

5:10

Don't be afraid to be yourself and share a part of yourself during a presentation.

9:50

Kiala's bio.

11:30

A hiccup during a presentation and how Kiala recovered.

16:50

Why it is important to visit the place you are presenting before your presentation.

21:30

Lightning Round.

27:00 

One last thing listeners need to own the microphone: Believe in yourself.

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Mo Jones

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Jasmine Romaine

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Isha Cogborn

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Lynn Toomey

0:35

Lynn Toomey's background info. How did she get to where she is today? How did the helping women world and speaker world come together?

5:40

Dealing with opinionated audience members.

8:00

What are some of the things that the best speakers do?

13:10

When you approach the presentation from the standpoint of helping others, what does that do for your confidence and the audience?

17:14

Lynn's presentation must haves.

22:25

How does Lynn keep the content fresh and interesting?

24:20

Give people questions; make them think.

27:00

Take action, and take control. Confidence is key. Behavioral finance.

31:50

A story of why Lynn does what she does.

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Carrie Addington

Get in touch with Carrie:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-addington-mfa-2080103/

1:18

What gets Carrie Addington so pumped about the idea of training, speaking, facilitating, and owning the microphone?

3:30

A tip or strategy to make sure you own the microphone.

8:21

Creating a transformation and delivering an impact.

10:00

The difficult audience members.

17:10

A misstep from the past and how Carrie bounced back.

20:00 

Was Carrie always meant to own the microphone?

21:30

Look people in the eyes during your everyday activities. Make everyone feel important always.

27:50

One last tip.

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Howard White

1:58

Was Howard born to be a speaker?

3:40

The first time Howard spoke outside of church.

3:58

What does Howard do to make sure he has a successful presentation every time?

7:52

Get up there and share.

13:28

Without friction you cannot get maximum attraction.

17:36

Howard's most rewarding gig.

 23:20

When has Howard been surprised during a presentation?

31:15

The audience remembers the beginning and the end. How does Howard get the audience's attention?

35:35

The ABCs of audience engagement:  Move them Affectively, Behaviorally, and Cognitively.

36:50

One last piece of advice.

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Amy Walker

0:26

What does Amy do when she is not presenting? What gets her fired up when it comes to presenting?

7:14

Amy Walker: "Every brilliant woman woman knows what it is like to be too much for someone."

9:46

How does Amy determine what to give what to give to her audience in a presentation?

13:00

What is one of Amy's favorite presentations she has done?

15:10

How does Amy handle a situation where something in the presentation doesn't go right.

19:22

What is something Amy must have/do when presenting?

22:50

A tip on how to be a rockstar and how to own the microphone.

24:54

When did Amy realize her personality?

29:34

Amy Walker: "I'm good with who I'm not because I like who I am."

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen. 

Guest: Brad Raney

Brad is offering a complimentary discovery call to the first 10 people who reach out to him on LinkedIn and mention "Own the Mic.”

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen

Guest: Dr. Regina Lewis

Dr. Regina offers a free one-sheet of tips on being intentional in your delivery at www.reginaspeaking.com

1:26

Did the comfort of speaking in front of people come naturally to Dr. Regina Lewis? What advice does she have for someone who is not confident in themself when it comes to public speaking?

3:39

What is something Dr. Regina does before every presentation to make sure that it is a killer one?

5:30

Is Dr. Regina an introvert or extrovert? Plus a tip for introverts presenting.

9:00

Dr. Reginas core messages when presenting.

11:36

Has Dr. Regina even been in a situation that she has to present something that may be challenging to present and keep the attention of the audience? How does she turn the presentation into a successful experience?

14:40

Daily practices to be powerful and to the point every time you speak.

18:30

The power of the pause.

19:20

Lightning round.

22:30

Most important thing: look for a coach in the audience.

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen

Guest: Pablo Gonzalez

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen

Guest: Dr. Hope Phillips Umansky 

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Guest: Precious Williams

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen

Guest: Dr. Micaela Herndon

1:20

What is it about public speaking that made Dr. Micaela Herndon realized that she was born for it?

3:35

Bridgett's tip on how to hear the way you sound to the audience.

4:50

How does Dr. Micaela get the audiences attention right away?

6:36 

Dr. Micaela Herndon: "The podium is not your friend."

9:35

Tips on handling technology failures.

13:00

The number 1 mistake people make while giving presentations. It looks effortless, but there is a lot of work behind the scenes before hand.

14:40

What role does attire play in presentations?

17:40

Everybody has a voice.

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Own The Microphone With Bridgett McGowen

Guest: Tisha Marie Pelletier

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Guest: JW Rayhons

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Guest: Debbie Boone

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Guest: Dr. James Smith, Jr., CSP

Dr. James offers a complimentary one-hour Zoom coaching session. Connect with Dr. James through his website, email or social media. 

www.drjamessmithjr.com

drjames@jamessmithjrintl.vom

@drjamessmithjr

As the President and CEO of Dr. James Smith, Jr. International, he works with organizations and individuals providing high performance solutions in the areas of leadership, authenticity, diversity inclusion, presentation skills and personal power.

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Guest: Molika Gupta

Podcast "The C Factor" on Apple Podcast Facebook - Molika Gupta Linkedin - Molika Gupta- https://www.linkedin.com/in/molikagupta Facebook Group - Immigrant Spouses Rewrite Your Story www.facebook.com/groups/ImmigrantSpousesRewriteYourStory/ https://linktr.ee/Molika

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes Molika Gupta, a transformational coach, speaker and author on a mission to catalyze 10,000 women by 2025. The focus of today's episode is presenting in a virtual world. Molika offers an "Unstuck Your Stuck” one-on-one session. It's a no fluff-straight to the point-strategy call. She pinpoints where you are stuck, then devises a 30-day plan.  Visit https://calendly.com/mlkgpt555/one-on-one-session to schedule.

2:44

What are some of Molika's top strategies when it comes to presenting in an online environment?

8:06

When it comes to smiles, emotions, gestures while presenting online, think Texas. Everything is bigger in Texas.

9:10 

What colors look great on camera? Royal blue, Kelly green, warmer purple colors, coral/fuchsia.

10:21

What are some things you should never do in an online environment?

14:19

Get someone to assist you in moderating the virtual chats.

17:53

Molika Gupta: "Make sure your internet connection is not sloppy."

20:16

Look into becoming a certified virtual presenter.

21:06

Have a printout of all of your slides and notes just in case they do not show up on screen.

21:50

Molika Gupta: "As a speaker...you are the final product. Technology is just there to assist you."

27:35

Try not to become a complainer. Everyone is still trying to learn how to present online and set up meetings online. Complaining never works.

29:30

Being a speaker is the fastest and best way to build trust.

32:08

Something audiences would find surprising about Bridgett and Molika.

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Find What Works for Your Audience

Guest: Robert Kienzle

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes Robert Kienzle, Sr. Consultant at Knowmium in Hong Kong. Robert has over 15 years of experience on all 7 continents designing and conducting communication programs, and he joins Bridgett to discuss how one can Own the Microphone.

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Be Willing to Explain and Go Deeper

Guest: Chandra Gore

@@cgoreconsults

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes Chandra Gore, an author, speaker and publicist, who has created successful and profitable businesses thru her consulting and public relations firm. Bridgett and Chandra discuss what about public speaking caught Chandras attention, imposter syndrome, and how Chandra makes sure that her messages are heard.

You can get in touch with Chandra by visiting www.chandragoreconsulting.com

1:13

Did Chandra Gore, even as a child, always think that she would be a public speaker?

2:15

What is it about public speaking that drew Chandra into the industry?

5:04

What is imposter syndrome and how does one get around it?

12:00

How does Chandra make sure that her message resonates with her audience?

17:30

What are some topics that Chandra speaks on?

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People Are Looking Up to You

Guest: Mona Dixon

@MonaDixonSpeaks

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes Mona Dixon. Mona and her family lived on the streets and moved from one homeless shelter to another until she was 13 years old, and a few years later she was honored by President Barack Obama in the oval office. Bridgett and Mona discuss any secrets Mona might have to make sure her message sticks, if Mona gets nervous, and more.

1:34

When did Mona Dixon realize that she would be a professional speaker?

3:00

Mona originally started in the Boys and Girls Club youth of the year competitions to win scholarships to be able to go to college and finally get out of the homelessness cycle.

6:14

What is Mona's secret to make sure that her message resonates, that listeners can take and replicate to make sure their message resonates?  

11:15

Mona Dixon: "When someone tells you "by the time you leave here your gonna learn this this and this" well i'm gonna be listening out got this this and this"

13:29

Tips on great storytelling.

17:10

Start from the lesson that you want to teach people and work backwards from there.

18:22

Does Mona Dixon get nervous when speaking?

20:20

How does Mona make sure that her power points align with her message?

23:00 

What else does the audience need to know in order to fully own the microphone?

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Understand Communication on Both Sides—the Verbal and the Nonverbal

Guest: Granison Shines

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes Granison Shines, professional speaker; entrepreneur; author; and cofounder of Seduire International, a business, mindset, training and coaching company. Bridgett and Granison discuss how to deal with butterflies before giving a presentation, big mistakes made when presenting, how confidence is key, and more.

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Get Out of Your Head and Tap Into Their Hearts

Guest: Debbie Allen

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes Debbie Allen, an international speaker who has spoken in 28 countries, who is the author of 9 books, and who knows how to own the microphone. Debbie and Bridgett discuss how a person influences others through public speaking, what are some strategies that Debbie has found always work no matter the speaker, common mistakes that speakers make, and more.

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Constantly Tease Forward

Guest: Ari Temkin

@arisports

https://www.clnsmedia.com/author/aritemkin/

On this week's episode of Own The Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes radio host on  the Dallas Cowboys pre-and-postgame show on their flagship station 105.3 The Fan in Dallas, and  “Big 12 This Morning” on SiriusXM Big 12 Radio Ch. 375 Ari Temkin. Ari is also a host for podcasts on the CLNS Media Network "Steak, Bourbon, & Sports", "The Cowboys Beat"  and "The Showtime Podcast with Lakers Legend Coop." Ari and Bridgett talk about how to keep the audience intrigued, how to constantly tease forward, and how Ari owns the microphone.

1:58

How does Ari Temkin make sure that he is always dynamic and always drawing his audience in?

3:11

Ari Temkin: "You have to continually draw the audience in by constantly teasing forward."

5:03

Challenges when teasing forward and keeping the audience tuned in.

11:20

Ari Temkin: "The more in depth you can be on the audience member that you are talking too, the better you are understanding what their wants and beliefs are and therefore how to cater your content to fit them and what they want to believe."

12:03 

Are there times that Ari Temkin shows up without having the t=chance to fully prepare being such a busy guy?

14:51

What is it the absolute best speakers do to give audiences the best experience possible?

19:27

If you feel like you are being repetitive, take your thesis and repeat it 15 times but back it up with different points. If you can talk about your main point in different ways than you are not being repetitive.

21:44

What is Ari's stance on using humor in presentations?

27:26

If you don't feel comfortable making jokes about yourself, find content about your industry and riff off of that. 

29:06

Ari Temkin: "I talk into a microphone everyday for three hours, and yet the idea of talking in front of people is frightening to me."

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Being Prepared is Huge!

Guest: Shyla Collier

This week's guest on Own The Microphone is the owner of Premiere Social Media a worldwide marketing agency in Mesa Arizona, Shyla Collier. Shyla is also the author of the book "Social Media: Key to Credibility". Bridgett and Shyla talk about making great slides for your presentations, preparing for presentations whether they are online or in person, and more. Shyla also offers FREE Marketing Consultation via Phone and FREE eBook to boost your likes.

1:33

How does Shyla Collier make such amazing slideshows for her presentations?

5:11

What is Shyla Colliers number one strategy for presenting online?

9:52

Whether it is online or in person, how do you make sure that your presentations are successful all of the time. 

11:18

Growing up Shyla Collier always thought she would get into public speaking professionally. 

13:51

Bridgett McGowan:  "Anything worth doing, worth improving yourself, making you just more of a standout person than you already are it's going to require a little bit of hustle."

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Find Who You Are and You Find Your Voice

Guest: Beth Dillon

This week's guest on Own The Microphone is Beth Dillon, a certified HR professional who put the human back in human resources. Bridgett McGowan and Beth Dillon discuss some go to resources for speeches, how to keep your public speaking skills polished and more.

If you would like to follow Beth’s company's journey, check out the social media accounts below:

Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

3:01

How did Beth Dillon get from having stage fright in college to where she is now, such an incredible speaker, and what are some recommendations she can give to some listeners who can relate?

8:01

What are some of Beth Dillons go to resources that are a part of her everyday preparation for speeches or presentations?

14:53

Bridgett McGowan: "If you can, if your personality and your content allow for it, have an element of surprise."

17:17

What role does attire play in public speaking?

19:05

What does Beth Dillon do to keep her speaking skills sharpened and polished, and how does she stay on top of her speaking fame?

21:51

What is one thing about Beth Dillon that would surprise her audiences?

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Never Get Derailed by a Tough Question Ever Again

This week's guest on Own The Microphone is Kristina Swift, started her own executive recruiting agency in 2019 in Scottsdale, Arizona called Serendipity Executive Search. On this episode Bridgett and Kristina talk about rowdy crowds that could derail your presentation, how to prepare for public speaking, and how to keep the audience engaged.

Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Kristina Swift

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Find Your Fire and Keep it 100

This week's guest on Own the Mic Podcast is Terri Broussard Williams, an award winning lobbyist, philanthropist, social impact strategist, and professional speaker. Listeners can sign up for Terri's newsletter at www.terribwilliams.com and receive a free downloadable worksheet. They can also email FindYourFireMovement@gmail.com and receive a free chapter of Find Your Fire, Terri's new book by writing Free Chapter in the subject line.

Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Terri Broussard Williams

Instagram and Twitter @TerriBWilliams

1:56

Terri Broussard Williams new book "Find Your Fire" has been named #6 best non-fiction book of 2020 by Cosmopolitan Magazine, an instant #1 new release and a #1 seller on Amazon.

3:38 

How does Terri Broussard Williams make sure that she always givers her audience a performance that is on fire?

7:33

Stick to what you know when speaking in front of a crowd. The audience can tell when the speaker is talking about something that they do not know about, or "fake the funk". 

11:25

Is it always important to Terri Broussard Williams that her audience walks away with a lesson, or is it ok if she just does a good job and everyone is happy?

15:07

Terri Broussard Williams take on attire in presentations. 

20:54

Always bring an extra outfit when you travel.

21:56

What is one thing that would surprise Terri Broussard Williams audience about her?

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You’re Never Off-Stage

This week's guest on Own the Mic Podcast is David Bryson, a keynote and motivational speaker who inspires and encourages your organization to get results. Bridgett and David talk about missteps in presenting and how to present yourself from the minute you wake up until the minute you fall asleep.

Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: David Bryson

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Your Audience Will Let You Know You're on the Right Track

This weeks guest on Own The Mic Podcast is a Speaker, facilitator, moderator and panelist who coaches women on how to own their career, Simone Morris 

Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Simone Morris 

Twitter: @simonemorrisent

Visit www.linkedin.com/in/simonemorris to connect with Simone.

4:17

How do you get past the fear of speaking in front of a crowd and giving a presentation?

4:29

Simone Morris: "I think you have to be your biggest hype person."

8:54

What do you do when you see a look of dislike or distain in the audience?

12:47

What made Simone Morris get into public speaking, a field of work that so many have a fear of?

17:40

The great thing about Toastmasters, an organization that promotes communication and public speaking , is that it allows someone to build the solo skill of speaking in front of others all alone.

20:45

The best learners and teachers watch and listen to other learners and teachers and take some of their best ways of communication and add them to their tool kit.

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Be Easy to Impress and Hard to Offend

With over 1800 presentations under his belt, this weeks guest on Own The Microphone is the perfect person to answer any questions on fear of public speaking, mistakes made when presenting, how to fight the need for approval and more. Brian Biro joins Bridgett McGowen for episode 6 of Own The Microphone Podcast.

 Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Brian Biro  

Twitter @BrianBiro

2:14

In Brian Biros eyes, there is a nervousness when it comes to public speaking, but it is a positive nervousness. This Nervousness is not fear based, it is nervousness to bring your all to the presentation, and give everyone in the audience the best you have.

10:12

If you have someone who comes to an event who is skeptical towards motivational speaking, do not try and push them to believe whatever you are saying. They will push back and your points will fall upon deaf ears. 

11:01

Brian Biro: "As a great speaker, you must be easy to impress and hard to offend."

13:15

How do you engage the audience the right way to make sure no matter who is in the audience, you are drawing them in?"

20:33

What is the number one mistake that people commit when they make presentations and how do they fix it?

20:51

Brian Biro: "Until you get rid of the need for approval, you will never be the speaker you can be."

24:49

Brian Biro: "To be a good speaker, to be a good anything, you have to be fully present."

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Your Challenges Are your Gifts

 Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Scott Leeper 

Twitter

0:55

On July 30th 2020, Scott Leeper is launching Alpha Lima Charlie, a virtual platform for veteran mindset coaching.

2:02

What makes Scott Leeper so successful in a presentation? 

4:20

You must tailor to your audience. Each audience is different so you cannot have one presentation for all different types of audiences.

7:35

How do you decide on how much you should share? How do you pick and choose on what it is you are going to share?

Scott Leeper: "It depends on if you have come to terms with it, if you have made peace with it, if you have accepted it."

Five years ago Scott Leeper would not be sharing this info and talking about this subject because it was still fresh and he was not ready.

12:54

Once public speaking became normal to him, talking to thirty plus marines in formation, he became used to it.

12:49

"You have to jump off the comfort cliff."

15:02

How do you feel 100% confident talking to a crowd when there is a chance that someone in the crowd may know more than you?

17:39

Scott Leeper: "I'm actually very appreciative that some people didn't like the  topic because it was triggering for them. I wasn't triggering, the topic was triggering.

19:49

Think about the best presentation you ever heard or saw. What did the speaker do that made the presentation so memorable?

23:48

Bridgett McGowen: "It doesn't matter on what topic you're speaking...You are going to have somebody in the audience who doesn't like what you are saying"

25:38

Scott Leeper: "I don't think you can do it just translates into I just don't think I can do it."

Scott Leeper believes that if someone says they don't believe that you can do something, it is really just them thinking that they themselves cannot do it.

27:08

Something that would surprise people about Scott Leeper is that he breaks all tough guy stereotypes. Don't judge a book by its cover.

30:19

Scott Leepers' final words: "If you're thinking about owning the microphone, just own it, just do it. 

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Successes Impress, Failures Inspire

Don’t wait for inspiration, you have to schedule it. You have to show up everyday with the expectation of a new idea. Travis Hardin is a leadership speaker and mentor to purpose seekers, and Travis believes that success is great, but failure is a true inspiration. 

 Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Travis Hardin

LinkedIn

https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/travishardin

2:12

How Travis Hardin get into public speaking and how he rejected it at first because of his first love and passion: baseball  

4:19

Travis is a great example of how honing your speaking skills can help you become more than just a one-dimensional professional. 

Travis Hardin: “What do I want them to see? That’s how you become better at x, y and z. You want to be a good example. People do what people see, so you 

5:25

Don’t wait for inspiration, you have to schedule it. 

8:01

What do you do when technology fails? What do you do when your expectations on a public speaking engagement change?

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9:39

You have to place the value on the people that are there to listen to you.

11:45

Technology does not come close to what a person can bring to a presentation. 

13:07

What else do we need to know to make sure our presentation is the best that it can be?

13:43

Travis Hardin: "Todays celling is tomorrows floor."

Travis Hardin likes to think of todays accomplishments as a starting point for tomorrow. Todays best is no good tomorrow. 

16:20

So many people stop moving up, and stop progressing because they did one good thing. You cannot stop after one accomplishment, you need to use that to set your next goal even higher.

18:21

How does Travis Hardin get past the fear of standing in front of a crowd and speaking in front of people?

20:36

Travis Hardin: "Once you take the front of that room, it's all about telling your story and adding value to the people."

24:51

You must start somewhere and learn from the past in order to progress.

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People See You Before They Hear You

Founder of Tish Times Networking and Sales provides tips and insights into her world of teaching small business owners, solo entrepreneurs, and sales professionals to increase income. Tish shares great advice and always remember "You are more powerful than you realize!"

Bridgett McGowen:

https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Tish Times

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https://www.tishtimes.com/

1:50

Profitable networking, maximizing networking experiences and having powerful self conversations 

2:21 

What is it about networking that scares people?

2:30

Tish Times: “People have this impression that they have to perform once they walk into a network setting” 

5:15

How Tish delivers bad news, and discussions that most people want to avoid.

8:05 

What role does attire and clothing play in public speaking? How important is appearance? 

8:32

Tish explains that you need to be an extremely proficient speaker for people to see past what you are wearing.

Tish Times: “People will see you before they hear you.”

11:16

Tish tells a story about a time that she saw a female speaker who was wearing just jeans and a t-shirt, so she immediately lost interest in what the woman had to say. Once the woman began speaking she was able to “turn off her eyes and open up her ears.”

13:43

What is something your audiences would be surprised to find out about you?

14:50

“Stage is my safe place”.

16:12

Tish shares a few things thar help her with nerves and how she helps herself become centered

17:09

“I am” statements 

18:35

Strategies on how to create amazing and eye catching slides for presentations

20:35

You have to learn to trust yourself and not your slides 

21:43

You are more powerful than you realize

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Embrace Pain to Avoid Suffering and Gain Freedom

Brian Bogert learned the hard way. That's why he implores others to do the same. Brian found true growth in challenging himself outside of his comfort zone. Bogert brings his personal story of growth and development into his presentations and believes embracing your inner vulnerabilities is an underutilized tool in the public speaking arsenal. Learn. Grow. Challenge. Repeat the cycle over again. 

Bridgett McGowen:

https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Brian Bogert

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https://brianbogert.com/

1:54

How do you get everyone’s attention and then keep it throughout the entirety of the presentation. 

Bogert on what the audience is thinking when you start a presentation: “Does this person have credibility, do they have expertise, do they have relevance and is there something that I can connect with and relate to.” 

3:12

The most important thing to know with public speaking, more important than what you say and how you say is, how you resonate with people’s emotions.

3:55

What if you are giving a presentation with a company deck? How do you add life and personality into a scripted presentation?

Bogert: “Too many people depend on the script and don’t actually speak from the heart and believe in what they’re doing.” 

6:40

What got Brian Bogert into public speaking? How did he find an interest in it?

7:35

A personal story from Brian on nearly losing his life and how it opened his mind to not just speaking and being engaging but the ways to be engaging. 

Brian Bogert: “What’s important is that we pause and be aware of the lessons we can extract from our stories

12:07

How Brian learned to embrace pain without suffering.

12:50 

The world is wrong for telling you to avoid pain. Embrace pain in order to avoid suffering and gain freedom.

16:34

Look at the moments in your life of the most profound growth...where did that growth come from? Did it come from pain? Rarely do massive growth moments from when everything is easy. 

17:50

What might seem like our own stories that are not distinct or unique can actually be great lessons to pass along to others. 

18:15

Why you should challenge yourself to share your personal growth with others.

19:08

Do you ever get nervous as a speaker? How do you manage nerves when speaking publicly?

19:45

Breathing strategies that are scientifically proven to reduce stress before speaking.

 22:22

In public speaking you can measure everything you do through impact. 

23:20

Don’t misplace nervousness for being bad at public speaking. When nervousness turns into anxiety, then it can be a problem, but nervousness is not indicative of failure in public speaking.”  

24:10

How do you stay on top of your game? How do you ensure that you stay polished?

25:02

Why you should study other speakers...you’ll pick up on things the best speakers do.

 29:36

Best way to get in touch with Brian: BrianBogert.comYou can also check out a free resource from Brian: Nolimitsprelude.comWhich includes a roadmap for the things you need to think about and consider when putting together a presentation.

31:15

The thing that keeps most people from taking action is: Fear 

32:50

If you want to Own the Microphone, become aware of what’s keeping you from getting on stage.

Show notes:

Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway

Bogert’s Bullets YouTube Page

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Use Negative Energy as a Springboard to Positive Action

Bridgett McGowen:https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/

Guest: Kevin Maevers

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmaevers/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinmaevers

Website: https://maevers.me/

Kevin is an expert in leadership development; Micro-prenerurship and small business start-up strategies. He is also a personal and professional branding coach and mentor.

On today's episode Kevin and I discuss finding confidence in public speaking, what to do when technology fails or the unexpected happens and why the smallest details matter the most when it comes to public speaking. Kevin and I have a combined 60 years of professional speaking experience, so we have literally seen it all!

1:58 

How do you find confidence in public speaking, even if you are inexperienced, or don’t have an overly impressive resume.

3:16

How you should start in public speaking: finding a mentor or coach

4:06

The importance of passion in public speaking. “It really comes down to knowing yourself.”

6:45

Dig Deep: what does this mean and how you can use it to impact people through public speaking. What is it that lights a fire within you?

7:39

What’s the best way to get a presentation going? How do you get people going? What’s the best approach to trying to win over an audience and how do you start it?

9:05

The importance of storytelling in your presentation. 

11:30

How do you positively engage an audience when you have bad news? What’s the best way to convey news that is not positive?

“Many people don’t realize how many great companies started during an economic downturn. What a great inspirational story. But you wouldn’t know that unless you study the history of business and business development.”

15:13

What do you do during a presentation when technology fails?

 “I go into every presentation with the assumption that my technology is going to fail.”

15:40

A story from Kevin Mavers on preparedness and what you should do when technology fails.

19:10

The importance of preparedness and getting to your presentation site early enough to ensure you have all contingencies accounted for.

21:40

The importance of paying attention to the smallest details and how all of the most seemingly minute details being ironed out can lead to overall success in public speaking.

24:55

In the modern world, where Zoom communication and audio/visual communication through digital means, ensure your surroundings represent you and your message.

Show notes:

Resonate: Present Visual Stories that Transform Audiencesl 

Kevin’s offering a 30-minute initial consultation to discuss your micro-preneurial dreams and 50% off the regular price for attendance in the 12-week Micro-preneurial Apprentice Program.

You can find Kevin on the major social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

KLMaevers@Maevers.biz

307.222.4909

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Since 2001, she has delivered hundreds of presentations to thousands of professionals from all around the globe focused on how others can be the best communicators ever.  She has spoken on programs alongside notable figures such as Shonda Rhimes, Deepak Chopra, Oprah Winfrey, and former President Barack Obama.  Bridgett McGowen has earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication and a master’s degree, is a former University of Phoenix faculty member where she taught undergraduate Communication courses, and is the author of several books to include REAL TALK:  What Other Experts Won’t Tell You About How to Make Presentations That Sizzle.  

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