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From YouTube to TEDx — The Shift That Changed Everything
What happens when a viral YouTuber steps onto a TEDx stage—live, unedited, and unrehearsed? Discover how Jordan Watson (How to Dad) transformed from online creator to commanding speaker using the power of preparation and Storytelling.
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How to Use Personal Stories to Create Impact: The Power of High Contrast
Learn how to use personal stories with emotional contrast to capture attention, build trust, and make your message unforgettable. Perfect for speakers, coaches, and facilitators.
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Why Picking Up the Phone Feels So Hard
Many people struggle with phone anxiety—but few talk about it. In this article, Michael shares a quiet but powerful story from his Executive Assistant that reveals why phone calls feel so hard—and what we can do to make them easier.
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From Authority to Authenticity: How Emily Blythe Transformed Her Pitch and Won the Room
At just 23, Emily Blythe transformed her pitching style from rigid and formal to confident and authentic—winning Best Pitch of the Night at Ice Angels and securing over 600 investor leads. Discover how she aligned her message and delivery to win the room.
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Why You Might Be Great In Person but Awful on Camera (and How to Fix It)
Struggling to present with impact on Zoom or Teams? Discover why even confident speakers fall flat online — and how to fix it fast with expert tips and a free gear guide.
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The Exhaustion of Inconsistency: What One Leader Discovered About Himself in a Speaking Workshop
A senior executive came to a speaking workshop and uncovered the deeper cost of inconsistency — not just in how he spoke, but how he led. Discover what emotional predictability means for trust, team culture, and leadership at home and work.
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From Fear to Confidence: Bevan Sandison’s Public Speaking Success Story
Discover how Bevan Sandison transformed 20 years of fear and avoidance into confidence and impact through expert coaching. Learn 5 actionable lessons to conquer your public speaking fears and thrive on stage.
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How to Open and Close Your Talk with Power: 5 Proven Techniques That Make Your Message Stick
Discover five proven techniques for opening and closing your presentation with maximum impact. Learn how to reframe identity, close loops, us signature phrases, and leave your audience with lasting belief.
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From Fear to Authenticity: How Coaching Helped a Business Leader Transform His Communication
Discover how expert coaching helped Wilbur Morrison transform his communication, turning challenges into opportunities with authentic storytelling and confident public speaking. Learn actionable insights for your own journey!
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Building A Team Of Speaking Champions For ChristchurchNZ
Head of the Antarctic Office at ChristchurchNZ hired speaking coach Michael Philpott to help him and his colleagues up their presenting game.
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Transforming Great Journeys New Zealand’s Scenic Plus journeys into unforgettable experiences with storytelling
New Zealand exceeds expectations when it comes to spectacular train journeys. You can book a Scenic Plus experience, where scenery is paired with seasonal dining and tales of people and place. But first the Great Journeys crew needed to transform their role as hosts.
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Winston Churchill's "We Shall Fight on the Beaches": A Masterclass in Charismatic Leadership
Winston Churchill’s wartime speech is a blueprint in bold leadership. See how his words, voice, and vision embodied all 12 charismatic leadership tactics — and rallied a nation to resist.
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