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Articles, podcast and videos to become a larger-than-life leader.
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Why Confident Speakers Still Struggle to Connect — And What They Can Do About It
"Confident speakers aren’t always effective connectors. Discover how Kenny transformed his speaking from polished performance to powerful connection — and the five lessons every leader can apply." Do you want me to also create a few alternative meta descriptions (shorter/longer/keyword-angled) so you can test which performs best?
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Gaining the Confidence to Ad Lib: Josh Hobbs’ Speaking Transformation
Discover how Josh Hobbs, Innovation Ventures Lead at CCL, overcame public speaking anxiety, gained the confidence to ad lib, and achieved the highest presenter rating of his event.
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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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How to Structure a Customer Success Story That Builds Credibility and Connection
Learn how to structure a customer success story using this 5-part framework that builds trust, inspires action, ad shows value without bragging.
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How to Transition Out of a Story and Land the Learning With Impact
Don't just end your story—land it. This guide shows you how to transition out of a story with clarity, purpose, and impact that lasts.
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The 5 Simple Mistakes Speakers Make — and the Powerful Benefits of Fixing Them
Discover the five most common public speaking mistakes — and how fixing them leads to confidence, clarity, and charisma. Learn practical strategies used by TEDx speakers to craft high-impact talks that connect and convert.
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Why Even the Best CEOs Work with a Speaking Coach—And What It Means for Leadership in New Zealand (Aotearoa)
When a CEO leading a $1B+ operation needed to deliver a 6-minute talk to a room full of mayors and government leaders, he didn’t leave it to chance. Here’s how coaching, charisma tactics, and six focused sessions helped him move the room—and why more senior leaders are choosing to step up their speaking game.
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Is Storytelling a Talent or a Skill? Here’s the Truth (and the Piglet Story)
Is storytelling something you're born with—or something you build? This article busts the talent myth and shows why storytelling is a learnable skill (with help from a king, a magician, and two piglets).
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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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