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Speaking, Storytelling, Sales, Marketing, Brand Awareness, Visibility: Be In Demand

Speaking, Storytelling, Sales, Marketing, Brand Awareness, Visibility: Be In Demand

Author: Laurie-Ann Murabito, Public Speaking Coach & Visibility Strategist

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From boardrooms to sales calls to stages and networking events—your ability to communicate is the fastest way to grow your business, elevate your brand, and open doors to opportunities you didn’t even know existed.

If you want to get visible, attract premium opportunities and promotions, and turn speaking into your best marketing strategy, you’ve just found your new favorite podcast.

Hosted by Laurie-Ann Murabito, professional keynote speaker, executive leadership coach, and communication strategist. This show gives you the tools to become the most compelling, confident, and client-attracting communicator in any room.

This show provides answers to:

How to get started in public speaking?
How to get speaking engagements?
How to get visible?
How to get promoted?
How to market my small business?
How to get more clients?
How to be a confident speaker?
How to make money from the stage?
How to monetize my message?
How to use public speaking to grow my business?
How to grow my personal brand?
How to get booked to speak?
How to write a speech?
How to find speaking opportunities?
How to pitch yourself for speaking events?
How to write a captivating speech?
How to be great speaker?
How to grow your busienss brand?
How to communicate with confidence?
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** Reserve your seat today for The Make Marketing Suck Less HERE or https://drmichellemazur.com/event?ref=lam **Businesses thrived for thousands of years without social media; yours can, too.If you’re not on social media, what should you do instead?Well, you have options. That’s why I’m excited to share with you, Make Marketing Suck Less hosted by my friend, Dr. Michelle Mazur.It’s a virtual event where 10+ experts reveal their #1 marketing method to book more business beyond likes & shares.The best part is that the goal of the event is not to “should” all over you. But to help you DECIDE what’s the best way to market your business. Because marketing that works for you, your business, and your sanity is as unique as your thumbprint.** Reserve your seat today for The Make Marketing Suck Less HERE or https://drmichellemazur.com/event?ref=lam **
Confidence isn’t just a mindset issue, it’s your nervous system’s response.The good news is you can train for more confidence and to show up as the best version of yourself. I’ve been doing this for years.Discover how to step onto any stage, into any meeting, or onto any sales call feeling truly prepared and in total control. You’ll learn a simple, science-backed strategy, called Performance State Protocol (PSP). This stops your body from defaulting into fight, flight, or freeze. PSP works in real life, not just theory, and can turn unpredictable confidence into something you access at will.Learn how music, movement, and mental rehearsal work together to prime your body and mind for peak performance. No more hoping you’ll feel confident. Make it automatic and unleash your best self every time, anywhere.Here’s what you’ll learn:Why nervous system training is the real key to instant confidence, so you finally break free from self-doubt and anxiety.The three elements of the Performance State Protocol, so you reliably prime your mind to perform on demand.How movement signal safety to your body, so nerves don’t ruin your big moment.Why mental rehearsal unlocks the "elite athlete" advantage, so you show up focused and in control.How to build and use your own PSP, so peak performance stops being about luck and starts being your new normal.Train your body to be confident and step into it on cue.*** Book a call at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/executive-presence
If you’re looking for tips and ideas on how to leverage speaking opportunities, how to use speaking as your best for of visibility, or how to get booked to speak, you’re in the right place. This is the best public speaking podcast for coaches, consultants, and service providers.Today’s question comes from Brenda: She was asked to speak at a conference that is being held local to her. They are not paying their speakers and she's asking for advice on how to approach the situation because she is a paid speaker.***Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyTo submit your question for a future Q&A episode go to: https://SpeakPipe.com/BID or DM me on LinkedIN or Instagram.~~~~~~~~~~~~~***Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****
Your personal brand means being intentional about how you show up every day. You want to get noticed, not for what you know, but for how you make others feel, whether you’re in the office, on stage, or at your kid’s soccer game. Get ready to be seen as someone others want to work with.Stop letting others decide what you’re known for. It’s time to take control. Choose three powerful words or phrases that describe you, and start living into them while you learn why consistency is key.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to define your personal brand, so you stand out and get remembered for what matters most.Why consistency on and off the stage or in and out of the office builds trust, so opportunities seek you out instead of the other way around.Practical ways to use your chosen words as your filter, to show up as your best self everywhere you go.The reason your reputation works for or against you, so you never leave your image to chance.Be the person everyone remembers and the one they want to work with.*** Ready for your brand to get a promotion? Book a call today athttps://speakandstandout.com/executive-presence
If you’re looking for tips and ideas on how to leverage speaking opportunities, how to use speaking as your best for of visibility, or how to get booked to speak, you’re in the right place. This is the best public speaking podcast for coaches, consultants, and service providers.Today’s question comes from Jeremy Bergh: Is using self deprecating humor OK? ***Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyTo submit your question for a future Q&A episode go to: https://SpeakPipe.com/BID***Sign up for a free Speaking Monetization Discovery Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Discovery
Trust is becoming more valuable than reach, and it will become your greatest asset.Worried AI is making it harder to stand out? Many clients and audiences wonder if what they see online is real or just another fake AI creation. The game is changing, and now your human touch and brand trust matter even more.If you want to get ahead, you’ll need to rethink how you show up as a speaker. It’s time to get visible, ask better questions, and stop saying yes to every opportunity. Making smarter choices will help you build a brand people remember and truly trust.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to spot the new trend of deeper, more meaningful speaking engagements, so you can create more impact and be rememberedWays to connect with event planners and audiences face-to-face, so you can unlock higher-paying opportunitiesPowerful questions to ask before saying yes to a speaking gig, so you protect your reputation and maximize every appearanceWhy building your personal brand daily is non-negotiable in 2026, so you become the go-to expert for your audienceThe real reason trust will be more important than ever, so you stop worrying about competition and focus on the right peopleWin the trust game now, so you’re in demand when everyone else is just trying to get noticed.
If you’re looking for tips and ideas on how to leverage speaking opportunities, how to use speaking as your best for of visibility, or how to get booked to speak, you’re in the right place. This is the best public speaking podcast for coaches, consultants, and service providers.Today’s question comes from Daniella: Do you have any tips for networking events? ***Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyTo submit your question for a future Q&A episode go to: https://SpeakPipe.com/BID***Sign up for a free Speaking Monetization Discovery Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Discovery
It's time to leverage the power of public speaking for your business and career? In this episode, we're diving deep into why speaking events needs to be a major part of your marketing game plan for this year. There's no "badge of honor" for grinding it out with old-school hard sell tactics when you could be getting in front of your ideal crowd and making real connections.I'm challenging you to make speaking a top priority for the next 2-3 months and see how it can blow up your business in the best way possible. We're talking actionable strategies for building relationships with meeting planners, landing speaking opportunities, and getting re-booked again and again by tapping into your existing fan base.Check out what you’ll learn:Why public speaking is an absolute must for laser-focused marketing that gets you in front of the people who can hire youHow to maximize every speaking opportunity for more business, more leads, more clientsInsider secrets for finding speaking gigs, building connections with meetup organizers, and getting re-bookedSpeaking helps you share your brilliance through speaking, position yourself as the go-to authority people want to work with. ***Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:If you’re looking for support to grow your personal brand and communicate with confidence schedule a call to explore options to work together.Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyNewsletter: https://speakandstandout.com/bid-newsletterInstagram: @laurieann.murabitoLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-ann-murabitoClick and read more into over on my website.
Go shop the Shortcut Suites now.This is time sensitive and will only be live to get in until Jan-15-2026.AND all the shortcuts will be available until Feb-15th, so BOOKMARK the suite when you get inside.You can grab my Pitch Templates, which normal you have to pay for but inside the suite it's FREE.
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Abigail Dagostino from DieBetterBook.com has experience speaking, but her topic is heavy and she wants to branch out of hospice type audiences..17 Magic Phrases - DOWNLOAD your copy~~~~~~~~~~~~~***Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****
Never speak for free. When you speak for no-fee, there is always an exchange of valueThere’s a world of opportunity waiting when you think beyond a paycheck. When you step in front of an audience, your expertise becomes your currency. Real exchange happens when both you and the event organizer benefit.Most people settle for zero when they could be gaining connections, resources, and visibility. Instead, you can walk away with new leads, content, and credibility that propels your business forward. It’s time to discover how to turn every speaking opportunity into a Win-Win!Here’s what you’ll learn:A long list of ideas that you can ask for when there’s no speaker fee, so you never leave the room empty handedHow to leverage introductions and referrals, enabling new bookings and business growthCreative ways to gain visibility, so your brand stands out even if you’re not paidSmart strategies to collect testimonials and content, boosting your authority and marketingMethods to negotiate perks like travel, VIP access, or marketplace exposure, multiplying the benefits from each gigStop thinking of speaking as free and start thinking strategic exchange.***To ask a question to hear on a future episode: https://SpeakPipe.com/BIDLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:If you’re looking for support to grow your personal brand and communicate with confidence schedule a call to explore options to work together.Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyNewsletter: https://speakandstandout.com/bid-newsletterInstagram: @laurieann.murabitoLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-ann-murabitoClick and read more into over on my website.
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Jessica Britt, is looking to get started speaking and has to work around her 1 yr old's nap schedule.Ep 309 is mentioned in this episode, [SPEAKER CIRCLE] Using your podcast to promote you as a speakerBe A Great Podcast Guest: Learn more at https://BeAGreatGuest.com17 Magic Phrases to Convert more of your audience- DOWNLOAD your copy~~~~~~~~~~~~~***Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****
Doing hard things on purpose is the fastest way to become unstoppable in any room you walk into.Some workouts make you sweat, but Spartacus makes you stronger from the inside out. Discover how tackling a brutal routine each week completely change the way I approach challenges and not only in fitness.When you push yourself past your limits, your body and mind both get stronger. Today, Laurie-Ann is sharing why embracing the hard stuff now prepares you to stay calm and confident when life or work throws you a curveball.Here’s what you’ll learn:How regularly doing something hard, like a Spartacus workout, builds physical and mental strength, making tough tasks in work and life feel easier.Why training your nervous system to handle discomfort is crucial for stepping up in your career, especially when you want to grow your leadership and influence.Simple ideas for finding your own "hard thing" to practice every week, so you grow outside your comfort zone…no gym membership required.The truth about how personal challenges will build your reputation as a leader, making you stand out when that next big opportunity appears.Push yourself on purpose, and see just how far you can go—inside the gym and out.***Book a call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/bid-executiveThank you for listening!Links and resources mentioned in this episode:If you’re looking for support to grow your personal brand and communicate with confidence schedule a call to explore options to work together.Listen to the Public Speaking Monetization podcast on Apple or SpotifyNewsletter: https://speakandstandout.com/bid-newsletterInstagram: @laurieann.murabitoLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-ann-murabitoClick and read more into over on my website.
If you’re looking for tips and ideas on how to leverage speaking opportunities, how to use speaking as your best for of visibility, or how to get booked to speak, you’re in the right place. This is the best public speaking podcast for coaches, consultants, and service providers.Today’s question is: Can I host my own speaking events and attract the right clients?To submit your question for a future Q&A episode, go to https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/QAThis episode is SPONSORED by Public Speaking Monetization Tips ~ a limited series podcast Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/public-speaking-monetization-tips/id1848491471Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rl3lx3b8R1rLUqOGczZu6?si=B8JtnM9GRyeRbaNAU9WPXQ
Grief is not just sadness. It’s a doorway to joy, connection, and even life-changing impact.Two women who know loss deeply pull back the curtain on what it means to heal, lead, and inspire after heartbreak. You’ll hear what it takes to find your voice while grieving, and how sharing your story can ignite hope in countless others. Their stories go beyond loss and reveal a powerful, uplifting path forward.Discover how a single speech or book can spark real transformation. You’ll learn secrets to overcoming the fear of judgment, and why your message matters—even if you think it’s been told before. Listen as these leaders share connections made, stages reached, and the ripple effect their words have had around the world.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to bring light to grief, and why this shift helps you support yourself and others in powerful waysTurning your story into a message people remember, so you inspire action and positive changeStanding on the right stage, big or small can impact audiences you never imaginedOvercoming your fear of judgment and how to finally share your truth and help more peopleUsing books and speaking as your platform, so your message reaches hearts and changes lives far beyond your own circleYour words might just be the answer someone else is searching for.*****Craft your Compelling, Captivating, and Converting speech. Take $250 off with code BIDLISTENER at https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss *****Links and resources mentioned in this episode:Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/giftFollow me on Instagram https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabitoClick and read more into over on my website. https://SpeakAndStandOut.comIf you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, book a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my programs. schedule a call at. https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-successLinks for our Guest: Website: https://www.mariealessi.comSocial Media: LI: https://linkedin.com/in/marie-alessiInsta: https://instagram.com/mariebeyondgriefFB: https://facebook.com/MarieAlessiPublicFigureYouTube: https://youtube.com/@MarieAlessiSubstack:
Join us for the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-CircleToday's Speaker Circle Community Call:How to save the meeting or conference by reaching out to local eventsHow to be that pattern interrupt, which gets your voicemails returned and emails replied to*************************Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****Grab your FREE copy of the Be In Demand Listener Guide at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Guide *****
How to get promoted: 3 steps to making it a reality. Most professionals overlook the power of upleveling their public speaking skills. It’s not enough to be the hardest worker or the most talented expert. If you want to stand out from the crowd and climb the corporate ladder, clear and compelling communication is the secret weapon you need.Unlock the strategies that will help you get the attention of others, build your reputation, and make you impossible to ignore. These aren’t complicated techniques, a few simple shifts you can apply to start opening doors and creating opportunities for yourself.Here’s what you’ll learn:Why speaking with confidence is the fastest path to promotions, which will differentiate you from your peers, so the top leaders take notice.How to use clarity in meetings to leave a memorable impression, while your reputation grows with every conversation.Three communication tricks to boost your executive presence, so you sound more prepared and trustworthy.How to leverage micro-moments, so you never get passed over for someone with less experience again.Step up, speak out, and watch your career accelerate, because invisible workers never get promoted.Let's make you the only choice for that next BIG promotion: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/executive-presence
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Julie Beckwith from LivingOnThePatio.com, has experience speaking, but is speaking to two topics and I nudge her to pick one and how to get booked to speak on her expertise.Ep 197 is mentioned in this episode, 7 Essentials Your Speaker Web Page Needs17 Magic Phrases - DOWNLOAD your copy~~~~~~~~~~~~~***Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****
📌 EARLY EPISODE RELEASEWhen chaos hits the travel industry, opportunity is knocking at your door.Travel disruptions are making meeting planners scramble, desperate to fill last-minute gaps left by speakers who can’t make it. If you’re local or just a short drive away, you could be the hero every event organizer needs right now. Acting fast and being reliable could turn a crisis into your biggest speaking break yet.This episode hands you step-by-step strategies to position yourself as the go-to speaker when the unexpected happens. Gain the speaking advantage using the one secret nobody’s talking about—proximity. Take action, get noticed, and build powerful relationships with planners who will remember you long after the dust settles.Here's what you'll learn:How to spot and contact local events, so you can get booked quickly when other speakers can’t show.The exact short script to use when emailing stressed-out event planners, so you cut through the noise and offer real help.Why showing up during a planner’s moment of need can turn into a long-term relationships, so you become a trusted partner, not just another name.The power of being proactive and ready on short notice, to set you apart from celebrity speakers.Practical steps to build your reputation as a savior in tough times, making you memorable and top-of-mind for future opportunities. Links and resources mentioned in this episode:Get on the waitlist for IN Demand Signature Speech NOW!Get daily inspiration on Instagram: @laurieann.murabitoClick and read more info over on my website.Looking for support to grow your business faster, get positioned as the expert and leave your audience mesmerized with your story, then schedule a call to learn more about my programs and how we can get you speaking in front of the "right" audiences.
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBSToday's LIVE COACHING is with Amy Moeller, who is looking to get booked to speak at events her ideal client is already attending. Her goal is to use speaking as the ultimate lead generation.~~~~~~~~~~~~~***Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****Grab your FREE copy of the Be In Demand Listener Guide at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Guide *****
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