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🎙️ Business Conversations with Pi: Public Speaking Playbook
Host: Jesse | AI Co-host: Pi

Episode Overview:
In this episode, Jesse and Pi tackle the biggest questions new entrepreneurs face about public speaking and building confidence for your first live engagement. Whether you’re prepping for your debut at Podfest Expo 2026 or just want to improve your communication skills, this episode is packed with actionable advice, mindset shifts, and resource recommendations.

Key Segments & Time Stamps:

• [0:00 ] Welcome & Introduction
  Jesse and Pi set the stage for a deep dive into public speaking for entrepreneurs.
• [1:39 ] Jesse’s First Live Speaking Engagement
  Jesse shares excitement and nerves about speaking at Podfest Expo 2026 (Jan 15, 8:00 AM).
• [2:31 ] Overcoming Nerves: Tips for First-Time Speakers
  • Practice, practice, practice
  • Focus on helping your audience
  • Use relaxation techniques
  • Embrace imperfection
• [3:35 ] Getting Feedback & Building Confidence
  • Trusted friends/family
  • Speaking coaches or Toastmasters
  • Audience reactions
  • Recording and reviewing your own talks
• [4:37 ] Tools to Manage Pre-Speech Nerves
  • Breathing techniques (4-7-8 method)
  • Visualization
  • Positive affirmations
  • Exercise & mindfulness
• [5:44 ] Book Recommendations for Public Speaking
  • "Talk Like TED" by Carmine Gallo
  • "The Art of Public Speaking" by Dale Carnegie
  • "Confessions of a Public Speaker" by Scott Berkun
  • "Resonate" by Nancy Duarte
  • "Steal the Show" by Michael Port
• [6:57 ] Final Words of Encouragement
  Pi reminds listeners: Believe in yourself, trust your preparation, and remember that public speaking is a skill that improves with practice.

Takeaways:

• Preparation and mindset are key to public speaking success.
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