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<p><em>“Within an in demand topic, how are you going to differentiate? There are only X number of categories of movies out there, right? And so it’s not like you’re suddenly going to invent a new category of movie, but you do want, within that well trenched category, to be distin ... Show More

<p><em>“Once you have your go-to framework, your go-to model, and then as you innovate, few come up with new ideas, and instead of just doing away with the old one, it becomes a tool in your pocket. And you can keep building that toolbox as you go.”</em></p><p>This week, host Gra ... Show More

<p><em>“I started pursuing meaning instead of money. And I made way more money focusing on meaning and not thinking about money as much as I did when I was laser focused on making more money but living a life that was absent of meaning.”</em></p><p>Welcome back to <em>The Speaker ... Show More

Speaking on stage, from my TEDx Talk to all different sizes of audience, has to be one of the biggest things I’m proud of. Not only because of how speaking has grown my personal brand and businesses, but because it’s one of the things I used to fear the most. My good friend and m ... Show More

Speaking on stage is about SO much more than the words you write in your speech. For any speakers out there wanting to sharpen your skills, anyone THINKING about public speaking, podcasters, and anyone wanting to master storytelling in an impactful way, this episode is a mastercl ... Show More

I see so many business authors and experts set out to use speaking to have more impact, step firmly into the thought leadership space, and monetise their message, only to get frustrated when they struggle to get the results that they want. Some struggle just getting their talk to ... Show More

<p>#874 Here’s how you achieve your goals. First, figure out what you want and find the next step you need to take. Next, learn about that one step and nothing else. Then, repeat. This process is the essence of just-in-time learning and the secret to success. I talk all about it ... Show More

<p>#821 What does it take to start landing paid speaking gigs? If you don't have an extraordinary life story, how do you begin crafting your talks? Also, what are the steps to establish yourself as an authority and get your name out there? These are the questions we answer in tod ... Show More

<p>In this episode, I sit down with Zach Nadler and Steven Weinreb, from VaynerSpeakers, to dive deep into the world of public speaking. Whether you&#39;re looking to become a speaker, book a speaker, or just understand the speaking industry, this conversation is packed with insi ... Show More

The question I hear most frequently from people, whether they’re starting out on their professional speaking journey, or they have been going at it for a while is this one … “How do I get paid to speak consistently?” All they’re getting is the odd few gigs, then tumbleweed. They ... Show More

<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://matthewpollard.com/theintrovertsedge/public-speaking-strategies-introverts">Public Speaking Strategies for Introverts</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://matthewpollard.com">Finding A Business Niche &amp; Creating A Sa ... Show More

<p>#891 I went from a terrified first-time speaker in 2011 to standing on over 350 stages. I've also earned more than half a million dollars in speaking fees and had priceless networking opportunities at these events. With live talks being more lucrative than ever in 2025, how do ... Show More

Speaking with confidence isn’t a gift, it’s a skill - Vinh Giang reveals the blueprint to mastering the art of communication Vinh Giang is an award-winning entrepreneur, part-magician, and full time communication coach. He runs masterclasses and has helped thousands of people im ... Show More