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![Inside The Mind of a Podcast Junkie. Why you need a Podcast for your business. #46](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/_SASHarry_Duran_LinkedIn_Post__ii5cen_300x300.png)
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Inside The Mind of a Podcast Junkie. Why you need a Podcast for your business. #46
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
"Podcasting changed my life!" so says podcast Junkie, Harry Duran.
In this previously live episode of Speaking About Speaking my guest, Podcast Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Author and Podcast Junkie, Harry and I discuss the merits of an actors training and how it can help you show and share your vulnerable side.
Harry spent 20 years working in the Marketing departments of JPMorganChase and E-Trade before switching to the world of podcasting.
He’s hosted his own show since 2014 and has published over 300+ interviews across his 3 shows.
Originally, with an interest in electronic music, he intended to podcast interview DJs but soon pivoted when he realised that tracking down and interviewing superstar DJs wasn’t so easy! And so, Podcast Junkies was born, an interview-based show focused on, he says, the true superstars of podcasting, the hosts themselves.
He’s since founded FullCast, a full-service, done-for-you podcast agency and has made it his personal mission to help one thousand business owners launch their podcast and become the leading authority in their market.
And if that wasn’t enough, he founded and hosts the Vertical Farming Podcast. He explains what that is and why finding a niche, especially if it's on a topic that 'lights you up' can lead to success for you and your audience.
This is a fascinating conversation about speaking, podcasting, acting, and farming!
To find out more about Harry go to https://www.podcastjunkies.com/
Or find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryduran/
To find out more about Power To Speak coaching follow Jackie Goddard on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak/
Or message her through the website: www.powertospeak.co.uk
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://powertospeak.co.uk/newsletter/
![Video is the Most Powerful Medium for Social Media and Personal Brand.](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/Matt_King_SAS_LinkedIn_Post_9jap0_300x300.png)
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Video is the Most Powerful Medium for Social Media and Personal Brand.
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
"The real biggest growth I got was when I started posting my vlogs [...] My content means something to them."
My guest for this previously live episode of Speaking About Speaking is Content Creator, Business Leader & Speaker, Matt King.
I first met Matt on a Zoom screen in 2020 during the first lockdown. At that time, he was running his sales coaching business, Sales Change and hosting a podcast of the same name.
Since then, he’s evolved winning awards for his business leadership, becoming a brand ambassador, vlogger and blogger. Now he’s all about helping teams grow to the next level. Focusing on collaboration, enjoyment, mindset, and everything that builds the momentum that leads to sales and growth - as long as it’s fun!
He’s a modern-day renaissance man, curious, creative, collaborative and a consistent content creator. We talk about the journey (including stints in the military and broadcasting) that led him to speaking on stages and how congruence, consistency and creativity (so many great C words!!) have contributed to his success.
We discuss the importance video content for your social media (Matt has become a bit of a celebrity with his clients by vlogging his adventures), and how even an employee needs a personal brand.
Plus, how a haircut can help you speak with confidence to anyone, even to the most intimidating audience! Such a cool conversation! (more great C words!!)
To find out more about Matt: https://www.immattking.com/
or find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/immattking/
To find out more about Power To Speak coaching follow Jackie Goddard on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak/
Or message her through the website: www.powertospeak.co.uk
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://powertospeak.co.uk/newsletter/
![Speak With Confidence Even when It feels Uncomfortable. #44](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/_SAS_Emily_B_LinkedIn_Post_9qumf_300x300.png)
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Speak With Confidence Even when It feels Uncomfortable. #44
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Even though you know speaking in public is going to feel uncomfortable you have to grab those speaking opportunities to grow your business!
My guest for this previously live episode of Speaking About Speaking is one half of husband-and-wife duo, Yellow Tuxedo. The wife half that is, lovely Emily Braithwaite.
Emily and husband, Alan have run a business together for over 10 years, firstly in the wedding and events arena and now in the Digital Marketing world.
With their company, Yellow Tuxedo, they show small business owners how to increase their online presence. They also, launched a podcast last year called Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast.
Although Emily is an adventurous soul, receiving a medal from Queen Camilla for her services to scouting and recently heading a group of women on a trip to Malawi, she is just as happy at home with Alan, their 3 kids and the chickens.
Although used to speaking to a virtual audience producing videos and webinars for Yellow Tuxedo’s YouTube channel and its Digital Circus membership, Emily is now expected to speak on larger stages to live audiences which she admits to finding it uncomfortable.
We discuss how she deals with the nerves and whether being part of a dynamic duo helps (or hinders! 😊) her. We also discuss personal brand, personality led content and the importance of speaking for your digital visibility.
Plus, who is Mrs B and what part will she play in Emily’s future?
To find out more about Emily and Yellow Tuxedo go to https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/
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I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator. I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience.
So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas!
I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://powertospeak.co.uk/newsletter/
![I fear the bobbing heads beyond the lights and that I'm not funny. Help me speak with confidence! #43](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/Shelley_Rostund_SAS_LinkedIn_Post_bih9h_300x300.png)
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Brand Strategist, Podcast Host, and Founder of Brand Compass, Shelley Röstlund has been invited to speak to an auditorium of peers in April for the You Are the Media Creator Day in Poole, Dorset and she's asked me to help her speak with confidence and get performance ready!
This includes helping her shape an engaging, entertaining, and insightful 20-minute talk.
Shelley has been on stage before but found the experience uncomfortable.
We discuss why she thought it necessary to work with a coach, how she's feeling with the event on the horizon and about the process I’m taking her through.
She also tells me about her fear of the ‘bobbing’ heads beyond the lights, the fear of not being funny and her past 'blank trauma'.
I offer her some solutions and listen as she shares the story behind her talk and the video that prompted event organiser, Mark Masters to ask her to speak.
If you're about to give a talk or presentation and want to speak with confidence.
Or if speaking to your audience is something you want to do more of, but fear is holding you back, then my conversation with Shelley will answer some of your questions.
To find out more about Shelley: https://shelleyrostlund.com
To hear her speak at the You Are The Media Creator Day: https://www.creatorday.uk
Follow her on Instagram and find the video that inspired the talk: https://www.instagram.com/shelleyrostlund/
I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator. I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience.
So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas!
I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://powertospeak.co.uk/newsletter/
!["If I hadn't been on that stage I don't know where my business would be now!" #42](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/John_Espirian_SAS_LinkedIn_Post_6m8fr_300x300.png)
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
"If I hadn't been on that stage I don't know where my business would be now!" #42
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Get out of your comfort zone and learn to speak with confidence. It's important for your business says Relentlessly helpful® LinkedIn® nerd, trainer & consultant, John Espirian.
John was my guest for this this previously LIVE episode of Speaking about Speaking LIVE.
John helps small businesses & solopreneurs build an effective presence on LinkedIn® and the web without using pointless ads, cringey outreach or craptacular sales.
Relentlessly helpful® is his trademarked phrase, and I having known John for a while I know it’s not just a trademark but his life’s purpose!
He's not only a LinkedIn nerd (his word not mine) but a speaker and now a conference organiser, too. Did you know that LinkedIn doesn’t run its own conference? I think they’re missing a trick, but luckily for us John has stepped up and with the help of Jeremy Freeman and Gus Bhandal has organised the LinkedIn focused Uplift Live event in Birmingham next month.
So, I took the opportunity to ask John not just about speaking, video and showing up on LinkedIn but also how he went about choosing and booking speakers and what he thought it took to be a good speaker. He also gives some great advice on how to get picked to speak at an event.
There are some fabulous questions from the audience and some wise and insightful take aways from John. I particularly liked his advice to make the biggest promise you can keep and use the smallest set of words to describe yourself.
This episode is bursting with nuggets of speaking, personal brand and LinkedIn gold!
To find out more about John go to his website https://espirian.co.uk
I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator. I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience. So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas! I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://powertospeak.co.uk/newsletter/
![I'm Not All About The Speaking: Ask Me Anything. #41](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/_SAS_ask_me_anything_LinkedIn_Post_6215x_300x300.png)
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
I'm Not All About The Speaking: Ask Me Anything. #41
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
As you may know...
I help individuals create talks that are entertaining, engaging, and educational and give them tools to help them excited about speaking to their audience.
I, also, help corporate teams make their presentations impactful.
I've been hosting a podcast since 2020.
I'm a speaker who speaks about speaking, confidence, resilience and finding the joy within you.
What you may not know is...
I was a Fashion designer.
I trained as an actor.
I worked backstage at the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre and others.
I've dressed Judi Dench.
I survived and thrived after a breast cancer diagnosis at age 28.
I began an English Literature and Creative writing degree at age.
My father is a stuntman.
I teach stunt trainees how to act.
I have one beautiful and gifted daughter who's a singer songwriter.
I've had a varied career and an 'interesting' life, full of ups, downs and complete turn arounds so, I thought what I've learnt on my 50+ years on the planet my help others on their own adventure.
In this previously LIVE episode of Speaking About Speaking I invited questions from the audience.
Here's a couple of the questions I was asked...
What can you do to calm nerves in the 5 minutes before you step in front of an audience?
What's the difference between a speaker and presenter?
What's your best performing experience and why?
Crisps or Chips?
This was such a fun 30 mins (for me at least :)) Have a listen and if you're inspired to ask a question write it in the comments and I'll get back to you.
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I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator.
I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience. So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://powertospeak.co.uk/newsletter/
![Why, if you want to speak with confidence, you Need To Workout Your Speaking Muscles. #40](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/_SAS_workout_speaking_muscles_podbean_Instagram_Post_a5frs_300x300.png)
Saturday Feb 03, 2024
Saturday Feb 03, 2024
In March of last year I started an in person speaker club, the Speak Like a Speaker Club. I wanted to create a supportive space where the introverted and unsure could exercise their speaking muscles and put in the speaking reps!
A gym for the mouth and mind, so to speak.
After all, you speak wherever you speak – networking, boardroom, water cooler or dinner table.
As well as getting speaking practise and feedback, club members play 'get out of your comfort zone' exercises (scary for most!) which give the brain a thorough workout and aid concentration, coordination, and focus.
For this previously live episode of Speaking About Speaking I invited along Copywriter, Westrow Cooper, Marketing Consultant, Mark Masters and Creative Business Coach, Christophe Stourton, all SLAS Club members to talk to you about their experience of stepping outside their comfort zones, the process of practice and feedback, and how it's helped their speaking confidence and their business.
Thankfully they have all felt the benefit of practice, feedback, and support. Our conversation highlights the need to push yourself to the edge of your comfort zone, to lean into the fear and to challenge yourself.
Find out more about Westrow here: https://westrowcooper.com
Find out more about Mark here: https://www.youarethemedia.co.uk
Find out more about Christophe her: https://www.deadlinology.com
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I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator. I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience.
So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas!
I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/761535/110166048099009692/share
![How do you get on the TEDx stage and do you need to be a confident speaker? #39](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/Screenshot_2024-02-03_at_191038am48j_300x300.png)
Saturday Feb 03, 2024
How do you get on the TEDx stage and do you need to be a confident speaker? #39
Saturday Feb 03, 2024
Saturday Feb 03, 2024
Is a TEDx talk on your ‘to do’ list for 2024?
If so, listen to this previously live episode of Speaking About Speaking. It's a TEDx Special!
My guests have all stood on that red circle. They’ve walked the walk and most definitely talked the talk!
Alongside me will be TEDx event organiser, speaker and coach, Catherine Sandland, communication and Unsquashing expert, Trisha Lewis and Multi-Story man, speaker and TEDx emcee, Andrew Thorp.
If you’re interested in speaking, coaching speakers, organising an event, or hosting one, this episode will answer SO many questions for you.
How do I find an event?
How do I apply to be a TEDx speaker?
Do I need to be a confident speaker?
How long should a TEDx talk be?
A TEDx has been on my bucket list for years but only in the last couple have I even contemplated actually going for it. So, this is a dream panel for me and it was a fabulous conversation.
Find Catherine at https://www.catherinesandland.com
Find Trisha at https://www.trishalewis.com
Find Andrew at https://andrewthorp.co.uk
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I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator.
I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience. So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas! I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/761535/110166048099009692/share
![Speak With Confidence to Sell With Confidence. #38](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/SAS_Jules_White_Instagram_Post_6fpzf_300x300.png)
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Speak With Confidence to Sell With Confidence. #38
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
My guest for this previously LIVE episode of Speaking About Speaking was International Sales Coach, Author of Amazon best seller, Live It, Love It, Sell It, and keynote speaker the fabulous Jules White.
I first interviewed Jules for my Creative Conversations podcast in Feb 2021 when we spoke about her passion for sales, growing up in a sweet shop and life after securing investment on Dragons Den (the reason she is known as the ‘real dragon slayer!)’
Published in October 2018, Jules book 'Live It, Love It, Sell It' draws on both her passion for selling and her love of human conversation, as well as her experience in corporate sales and as an entrepreneur.
The ‘Live it Love it Sell it’ methodology helps passionate entrepreneurs and businesses get clarity on their ‘why’ and learn how to sell in an authentic human way.
As an International Inspirational Sales Speaker she talks about ‘Putting HUMANITY back into sales’ and her TEDx talk, to 1600 people at Europe’s biggest TEDx in Brighton, focused on ‘there being no such word as can’t’. Jules’ ultimate aim is to make sure everyone falls in love with sales, because life skills are sales skills!
We discuss how speaking on the TEDx stage with little notice or rehearsal benefitted her business and how our fear of rejection makes the selling process feel Icky? We also, talk about how when you you speak with confidence you can sell with confidence!
You can find out more about Jules here: https://liveitloveitsellit.co.uk
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I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator. I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience.
So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas!
I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/h0x0h8
And download the FREE How To Impact, Influence and Inspire Your Audience E-booklet: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/r4g3m0
![How Do you Get More Confident on Camera? Be You and Tell Stories! #37](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog9799974/Gillian_Whitney_SAS_LinkedIn_Post_acy0s_300x300.png)
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
How Do you Get More Confident on Camera? Be You and Tell Stories! #37
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Your Video Voice made Easy Peasy!
My guest for this previously LIVE episode of Speaking About Speaking was Gillian Whitney.
Gillian is a LinkedIn Live livestream strategist and coach who helps business professionals use live and recorded video to build trust, boost online visibility, increase sales, and promote their business.
With over 10 years of experience as a marketing coach, Gillian has helped clients from all over the world use video to achieve their business goals.
She is the host of a weekly LinkedIn Live Show and LinkedIn Easy Peasy podcast. Gillian is also the author of two books: How to Feel More Comfortable on Camera and Stand Out in Your Job Search With Video.
As a global digital nomad, Gillian currently resides in Las Vegas with her husband and business partner Devon Whitney. She is a citizen of four countries: Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Israel. Contrary to public opinion, she is not an international spy.
We spoke about how to get comfortable and confident for video and how you can use your voice and stories to create interesting and engaging content.
Find out more about Gillian here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianwhitney/
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I’m Jackie Goddard, a speaker (and acting) coach, speaker, content writer and creator.
I can get you performance ready and excited about speaking to your audience.
So, if you want to talk more in '24 get in touch. 😊 https://powertospeak.co.uk
I make authors, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators excited about sharing their ideas!
I do this with creativity, curiosity, and humility by teaching – voice, breath, and performance skills and coaching – mindset, content, and story.
I'd love to connect with you LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegoddardpowertospeak
For tips and techniques on improving your public speaking and getting in front of your audience, sign up for the fortnightly Power To Speak newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/h0x0h8
And download the FREE How To Impact, Influence and Inspire Your Audience E-booklet: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/r4g3m0