***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 *****
Get ready to communicate with confidence, connect more deeply, and stop over-editing yourself.If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “Did I say too much?” or frozen when someone asked, “So, what do you do?” — this episode is for you.Whether you’re introducing yourself at a networking event, pitching your services, or answering questions on a podcast, how you communicate shapes how people see you. The truth? It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being present — speaking with energy, clarity, and intention so your words create connection instead of confusion.Here's what you’ll learn:Why connection always wins over perfection and how chasing “the right words” kills your confidence.The simple shift to sound like an expert instantly: speak in statements, not questions.How to simplify your elevator pitch so it sparks curiosity instead of glazing eyes over.Practical ways to stay fully present so your audience feels your confidence and authenticity.How to adapt your message to any situation, whether it’s a job interview, sales call, or speaking opportunity. Links and resources mentioned in this episode:Get on the waitlist for IN Demand Signature Speech NOW!Grab the FREE resource Go from Unknown to Visible.Follow me on Instagram: @laurieann.murabitoClick and read more into over on my website.If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, get fully booked and profitable, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Rebecca Sonnenberg, has experience speaking, but is speaking to two different audience that each need a different signature speech.~~~~~~~~~~~~~***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 *****
Who's deciding what you see online? Is it your choice, or artificial intelligence pulling the strings in the background?AI isn’t just helping you search. It’s quietly filtering what you read, watch, and even think about. If you’re a speaker, coach, or consultant, this is changing everything about how you get discovered or buried.Now, if you haven’t built a strong audience and real relationships, you’re handing the reins to algorithms. Your brilliance can’t shine if it’s not visible. AI will learn from whoever speaks up, not those who stay quiet.What You'll Learn:How AI now acts as the gatekeeper of online content, so you can understand why visibility matters more than everWhy building your own audience is urgent, so you aren’t left behind in tomorrow’s marketplaceThe risk of hiding your expertise, so you recognize the importance of feeding the “machine” with your stories and valueSimple steps to become more human and magnetic, so you stand out in a sea of automated feedsWhy authenticity beats technology, so you can be easily remembered and referred
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Drenda Richards Thomas, has had some recent speaking success. She wants to take advantage of these past events and leverage them into more bookings on her calendar.~~~~~~~~~~~~~***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 *****
Fear of public speaking is simply a signal that you care.It's not a stop sign on the road to your next opportunity. Everyone feels butterflies before stepping up to the mic. The difference is how you use that energy. Most avoid the stage.What if your past failures could fuel your future success? Learn how to flip fear on its head, no matter if you’re just starting out or haunted by a slip-up from your speaking past.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to reframe fear and nerves into excitement, so you perform at a higher level when it matters mostSteps to normalize fear as part of the speaking journey, so you won't let nerves sabotage your next big opportunityStrategies for coming back after a failed speech or criticism, so you bounce forward instead of shrinking backThe most powerful way to build lasting confidence before you even walk on stage, so you look and sound like a proWhen you face your fears, doors open and the spotlight finds you, say yes, and become in demand.*****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:Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/MagicGrab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/DirectoryFollow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabitoClick and read more 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-success
What if your next podcast guest appearance or speaking engagement could bring you $10K+ in new client work? 🎤 In this episode, Laurie-Ann chats with Beth Nydick, who shares her FAME Formula for turning visibility into profitability. From fearless mindset to expert monetization, Beth reveals how to transform every mic moment into money. You’ll learn how to position your expertise, repurpose your visibility, and pitch yourself with confidence. If you’re ready to leverage Other People’s Audiences and finally get booked, seen, and paid.Learn more about Beth at BethNydick.com*************************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 *****
You don’t become a thought leader by waiting for someone else to call you a Thought Leader. You decide to lead with your own ideas. Too many brilliant business owners play small, holding back ideas that could change how people think. Stop waiting for permission and start sharing your unique point of view.These five steps will help you clarify what you stand for and amplify your message, so your audience starts referring you whenever your topic comes up.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to clarify your unique point of view, so your perspective stands out and challenges the status quoThe power of sharing your ideas publicly, so you gain visibility and credibility even if you’re just starting outHow to use stories and data to support your message, so people remember and trust what you sayWhy consistency across all platforms is key, so you grow your reputation as the expert in your fieldThe real benefits of collaborating with others, so you stop competing and start building greater influenceClaim your spot as a thought leader, because no one is coming to slip a certificate under your pillow.**** Join IN Demand...the Membership at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND*****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-success
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Gary Smith, has experience speaking and is taking a pivot for his last phase of life to impact differently. We discuss a future speaking event and tips to capitalize on this speaking opportunity.~~~~~~~~~~~~~***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 *****
Public speaking isn’t just about standing on a stage, it’s the ultimate tool for personal growth and visibility.Imagine mastering the skills to keep your cool when everything goes wrong. What if you could walk into any room and adapt on the spot, no matter what chaos unfolds? That’s exactly what you’ll discover in this episode.Developing high-performance skills through speaking can transform not only your business, but your life. You’ll hear real stories about facing big obstacles, quick pivots, and gaining the confidence to lead, connect, and bounce back stronger after slip-ups.***** Book a Speaker Success call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/speaker-success **********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:Get your copy of 17 Magic Phrases at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/MagicGrab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/DirectoryFollow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/laurieann.murabitoClick and read more 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-success
***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Shelly Neihaus, has experience speaking, but has taken a little break due to family reasons. She's ready to get back onto stages and wants to know the BEST approach.~~~~~~~~~~~~~***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 *****
Your slides might be killing your audience’s attention and conversion rate.Struggling to turn speaking events into paying clients or make your presentations actually stick? This can be tricky when there’s an enormous amount of data or numbers that need to be shared. Discover why reading your slides is costing you visibility, business, and credibility.Learn simple tweaks that will make your presentations be more impactful and finally help you stand out. Get more out of your presentations with less work, speak more concisely, and have your audience leaning in.***Join IN Demand...my monthly membership at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND 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.