Be In Demand: Public Speaking Tips for Coaches, Consultants, Entrepreneurs, and Service Based Providers

48. 6 Mistakes Struggling Businesses Are Making and How To fix them - Part 1

June 06, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 20.8 MB

It’s time to get to the bottom of why your revenue is low and no leads coming your way You’re the roadblock in your business’s success. I say that with certainty because these are the most common mistakes my clients are making when we start working together. I also suffered from these and only when I corrected them did things literally open up for me and my business. This is part 1 of a two part series. Here’s a snippet of what you’ll hear in this episode: Communication i...

48. The 6 Mistakes Struggling Businesses Are Making and How To fix them - Part 1

June 06, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MB

It’s time to get to the bottom of why your revenue is low and no leads coming your way You’re the roadblock in your business’s success. I say that with certainty because these are the most common mistakes my clients are making when we start working together. I also suffered from these and only when I corrected them did things literally open up for me and my business. This is part 1 of a two part series. Here’s a snippet of what you’ll hear in this episode: Communication is a skill that ...

47. Leveraging Clubhouse to Share Your Story and Voice with Rita Goodroe

May 30, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Are you on Clubhouse? This real time audio only platform might be the perfect place for you to hangout to get in front of your ideal audience. If you’re wondering how this platform has me talking more about how this is another marketing platform to share, connect and learn from. I believe speaking needs to be redefined! This week my friend Rita Goodroe and I talk about how this platform has arrived at the perfect time. Until today, it’s been an IPhone app only and is opening up to android ...

46. Talking All Things Sales and Sales Teams with Jeremy DeMerchant

May 23, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Sales can be so easy when you build rapport with pacing and your energy. Jeremy DeMerchant is a sales team turnaround specialist, international best-selling author, award-winning speaker, and host of the Sales Team Rescue Podcast. Jeremy got hooked on sales at the age of 14 and never let go, quickly finding his place leading high-performance sales teams by the age of 19. He's done front-line sales and run teams for some of North America’s leading companies in Telecom, Banking, Insurance, ...

45. Building Your Online Business With Consistency and the Daily Vitamin Theory

May 16, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

What if growing a business and signing on clients was actually easy? Well it can be. It’s not a matter of finding the right strategy, as much as it’s about being consistent, Like taking a daily vitamin each day to keep you healthy, there are a few things you need to do to grow your business. Do you think any of those big influencers that you follow, didn’t;t start out doing a few things each day? You’re right, no, they did a few things on repeat. That’s exactly what I share with on this ep...

43. Mother's Day Special with Ariel Frey, Cori Javid, Jenn Grayeb , Laura O'Hogan, Lisa Carpenter and Sara Wiles

May 09, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

On Business and Motherhood: A Mother’s Day Special! This is a special episode dedicated to all the Mommas building a business. This episode is for ALL of us. I brought together a few of my Momma friends who are building a business and raising children. They share their biggest lessons learned, advise for all of us and how being a business owner has changed and impacts their parenting style. Enjoy the show! To learn more about Ariel Frey: Ariel’s Website: www.Arielfrey.com In...

44. Mother's Day Special with Ariel Frey, Cori Javid, Jenn Grayeb , Laura O'Hogan, Lisa Carpenter and Sara Wiles

May 09, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

On Business and Motherhood: A Mother’s Day Special! This is a special episode dedicated to all the Mommas building a business. This episode is for ALL of us. I brought together a few of my Momma friends who are building a business and raising children. They share their biggest lessons learned, advise for all of us and how being a business owner has changed and impacts their parenting style. Links and resources to connect with Laurie-Ann: Grab the FREE resource Go from Unknown to Visible. ...

43. How Habits Support Your Success

May 02, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Your current situation is directly related to your current habits. Your day consists of a string of habits all day long. Your subconscious brain, like your personal assistant, wants to do as much on auto pilot and not bother you with “thinking” what to do next. Those habits are either pulling you toward or away from the goals and dreams you’re trying to work towards. Each new level requires new habits. In this episode, I talk about how to determine your current habits and if they’re the ri...

42. Remaking Decisions is Hurting Your Productivity

April 25, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

Making the same decisions over and over again is hurting your productivity in more ways than you realize. Would you ever go out to eat and place your order and then change your mind again and again. Eventually the wait staff would stand there waiting for you to choose. How much time are you wasting by remaking decisions? “The victorious warrior decides first in his mind, then goes to battle, while the defeated warrior goes to battle first then seeks to win.” -Sun Tzu Here’s a snippet of w...

42. Remaking Decisions is Crippling Your Productivity

April 25, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MB

Making the same decisions over and over again is hurting your productivity in more ways than you realize. Would you ever go out to eat and place your order and then change your mind again and again. Eventually the wait staff would stand there waiting for you to choose. How much time are you wasting by remaking decisions? “The victorious warrior decides first in his mind, then goes to battle, while the defeated warrior goes to battle first then seeks to win.” -Sun Tzu Here’s a snippet of w...

41. Online Course and Teaching Your Gifts with Danny Iny

April 18, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

What would an online course do for your impact and business model? Danny Iny is the founder and CEO of Mirasee, and a leading voice in the world of online courses. He has been featured in the Harvard Business Review and Entrepreneur, and contributes regularly to publications including Inc., Forbes, and Business Insider. He has spoken at institutions like Yale University and organizations like Google, and his work on strategy training won special recognition from Fast Company as a "World Ch...

40. SThe Scientific Link Between Mental Imagery and Your Success

April 11, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MB

A picture is worth a 1000 words. How to use the power of imagery to move you closer to your goals. There’s something magical that happens when you picture in your mind a goal or desire you have for your life or business. Yes it feels good and fun to daydream about this….one day….but brain wise, this is a hack that shouldn’t be overlooked. I dive into the brain science behind mental imagery and envisioning your goals and desires this week. Check out what you’ll learn: Results from an ...

40. SThe Scientific Link Between Mental Imagery and Your Success

April 11, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MB

A picture is worth a 1000 words. How to use the power of imagery to move you closer to your goals. There’s something magical that happens when you picture in your mind a goal or desire you have for your life or business. Yes it feels good and fun to daydream about this….one day….but brain wise, this is a hack that shouldn’t be overlooked. I dive into the brain science behind mental imagery and envisioning your goals and desires this week. Check out what you’ll learn: Results from an ex...

39. See Yourself Succeed with Steve Gamlin, the Motivational Firewood Guy

April 04, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Wondering what ‘seeing’ and really connecting to your goals can do for you and your business? Today’s special guest is going to explain the importance and the how to do that. Steve Gamlin, now approaching his 17th year as The Motivational Firewood™Guy, shares his back-to-basics blend of positivity and humor with corporate and conference audiences around the country. Drawing from a decade in the radio industry, stand-up comedy and a 30+ year personal development journey, Steve teaches his cl...

38. ENCORE-Training for A Marathon and Business

March 28, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

Today, we’re talking about training for a marathon and running the actual marathon, except that in this case, we’re talking about the marathon of growing a successful online business. Whether or not you’ve ever run a marathon, so many of the success principles for athletes also apply to business, and I’m so excited to share this episode with you. Here’s a snippet of what you’ll learn in this episode: The one thing you need to keep in mind if it feels like everyone is ahead of you The mist...

38. How Training for A Marathon Can Help You In Business

March 28, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Today, we’re talking about training for a marathon and running the actual marathon, except that in this case, we’re talking about the marathon of growing a successful online business. Whether or not you’ve ever run a marathon, so many of the success principles for athletes also apply to business, and I’m so excited to share this episode with you. Here’s a snippet of what you’ll learn in this episode: The one thing you need to keep in mind if it feels like everyone is ahead of you The mist...

37. Take Aways From Early Launches

March 21, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MB

“If you’re not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you’ve launched too late.” -Reid Hoffman, Founder of LinkedIn There is so much wisdom in that statement and words to live by. Every product or program you put out into the world will never be perfect when you look at it through the lens of years later. So many things will change for you in your business, technology and even your hair style. The best thing you can do is embrace the fact that perfection is a form of fear and ho...

36. How To Turn Down Speaking Opportunities And Get Another Booking

March 14, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

Imagine saying no and still getting booked by the same organization. It can and does happen. The catch is to feel confident is saying no that doesn’t work for me or I’m already booked for that day. This episode will walk you through exactly how to say no and still do the work at a time that’s convenient for you. This works for podcast, live and virtual speaking opportunities, being a guest expert for a mastermind and more. Here’s a snippet of what you’ll hear in this episode: How to turn ...

35. How Repeating Yourself Is GREAT Marketing

March 07, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MB

Repetition is the secret to learning and getting known. You might be wondering what else can you talk about, how to explain what you do or how do I keep making the same offer. If you’re feeling like a broken record, good because you should. Your ideal prospects need to hear your message on repeat before they take the next step and hire you. Check out what you’ll learn: Why you need to be repeating yourself over and over again to get known (Big companies do this all the time.) A funny sto...

34. Going From Hollywood to Online with Kim Argetsinger

February 28, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

What does it really take to grow an online business? Today’s special guest will share her secrets to how she did it and you can too. Kim Argetsinger is a mindset coach + business mentor with a mission to help you create your version of success and make more money doing what you love. Through private one-on-one coaching, Kim helps heart-centered, passion-driven entrepreneurs, creatives, and coaches transform their business from the inside-out so they build, grow, and scale a business they'r...

33. Masterminds and Community with Jamie Bright

February 21, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

When you’re surrounded by like minded folks who support and understand you, miracles happen. We literally are products of our environment and today my guest and I dive into the power of community. If you’re ready to launch your first or 10th mastermind, you’ll want to grab a pen and paper for this show. Jamie Bright helps transformation-driven entrepreneurs who believe that we are brighter together and can make their greatest impact on the world by building a movement of crazy loyal custome...

32. How To Get Booked For Speaking Opportunities

February 15, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MB

You’ve probably heard me say this a thousand times but speaking is your best form of marketing. It’s the easiest and fastest way to get visible and positioned as the expert in your niche. And if you’ve been thinking about using speaking to grow your business but you’re not quite sure how to get booked and paid for your time, this episode is for you. Here’s a short rundown of this episode: Exactly how many opportunities you have to share your message daily How to leverage the power of ...

31. What's It Like To Work With Me and More About My Experience

February 07, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MB

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with me and get private one-on-one coaching? Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes and sharing the story of how I got started on this amazing journey, the clients I’ve worked with and what my coaching style is like. Here’s a short rundown of this episode: How I got started as a coach The evolution of my coaching niche The 3 pillars of my coaching business Who I help and how I help them If you’re tired of feeling like you’re doing e...

30. How You Can Have A Wildly Successful Business With Elise Danielle

January 31, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

What if you didn’t need to do “all the things” to have a hugely successful business? That’s exactly what my guest, very good friend and fellow Mastermind #Millie, Elise Danielle thinks. Enjoy this candid conversation with tips and permission to stop chasing your tail and actually make money doing what you love. Here’s a little bit about Elise: Elise is a big-hearted rebel mentor that’s here to help you generate real results by following what aligns with your passion and purpose. She's...

29. Why You Don't Need Another Course or Program

January 24, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

If you feel you need to take that next course, read one more book or get certified in yet another program or assessment, freeze before you submit your credit card details and listen to this episode where I am going to dive deep into what's really going on inside that pretty little head of yours and what you should be doing instead. Here’s a short rundown of this episode: Why taking course after course won’t help you accomplish anything Two big things that are keeping you stuck The bigge...

28. Mindset, Fear and Making A Change with Linda Perry

January 17, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

Mindset, you can’t leave home without it. All that stuff from the neck up can either pull you forward or hold you back. Linda Perry is a recovering attorney, master mindset coach and business strategist who believes that the key to a crazy successful business putting mindset first. Linda works with growth stage entrepreneurs and helps them turn down the noise of their head trash and tune in to the signals of their business and find greater success. Instead of believing that mindset is a lux...

27. How Commitments Play A Role In Success

January 10, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 23.7 MB

Sure, you may be meticulously keeping every appointment on your calendar to a T, remembering everyone’s birthdays, and meeting all deadlines with time to spare. Go you! However, I bet you’re dropping the ball when it comes to keeping commitments to ONE person. I bet you probably do not even know that you are leaving this person on the back burner. Intrigued? Bet you are. I’m going to introduce you to the one person to whom you can’t afford to tell lies anymore. Let me explain...it’s YOU...

26. My Word For This Year And How I'm Using It

January 03, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MB

What’s the deal with having a word or phrase of the year? Here’s another perspective on a word or phrase of the year-theme. Is there a theme you would like to go through the next year with? Your theme can be the lens that you see and work from for the next year. If you’ve never had a theme for the year or if this is the first time you’re hearing it, give it a try. You can even do it monthly, if you’re new to this idea. Here’s what I shared: Why having a word of the year can help you gro...

25. Using The Story Advantage To Get Known And Hired With Lisa Bloom

December 27, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Once upon a time…..you won't believe what happened to me...I was working with this client…. Stories are all around us and can draw in your audience and prospective client with a few lines. Not only are our brains hardwired for stories, they help your listener picture exactly what you’re sharing. Maybe stories should be part of your customer experience. Today’s storytelling expert and guest will tell us more. Lisa Bloom, founder of Story Coach, works with organizations developing leaders, ...

24. How I Reflect & Plan For The New Year (Part 2)

December 20, 2020 09:00 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MB

Have you been starting to think about when the calendar flips to January? If you’re like me, you get excited about all the newness a new year brings. The possibilities are endless! This is Part 2 of a 2 part series to help you plan out for the new year. If you haven’t listened to part 1, hop on over and check it out. I’m taking you through the EXACT process I use and use with my private clients. Grab something to take notes and let the planning process begin. What to do next with your ...

23. How I Reflect & Plan For The New Year (Part 1)

December 13, 2020 09:00 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MB

Have you been starting to think about when the calendar flips to January? If you’re like me, you get excited about all the newness a new year brings. The possibilities are endless! This is Part 1 of a 2 part series to help you plan out for the new year. I’m taking you through the EXACT process I use and use with my private clients. Grab something to take notes and begin the reflection process. Why we all need to look back on this year to move into the next. My trick to jog the memory...

22. How To Write With Personality With Justin Blackman

December 06, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Struggling to find the right words to not only educate your audience but also entertain them? Writing for heavy subjects can be crafted into fun sentences and stories, which will keep your reader coming back for more. Today’s guest is going to share all about copy and how to keep eyeballs on your content and email. Justin Blackman is a copywriter who goes overboard. In 2017, he wrote 10,211 headlines for 100 brands over 100 days, just for fun. Since 2018, he’s written copy for more than 32...

21. Understanding Your Values Explains So Much

November 29, 2020 09:00 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MB

Do you ever find yourself not doing the same tasks you put on your to-do list day after day? Do you ever wonder why you’re not able to move forward with these things you want to do?Are you frustrated because, no matter what you do, you just can’t seem to achieve the next level of success? If it ever feels like everyone else has it together and you’re still trying to figure it out, make sure to join me for episode 21. In this episode, I’m talking all about your self-imposed glass ceiling, s...

20. How Your Split Personality Helps You Get More Productive

November 22, 2020 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Do you know exactly what you need to do each day in your business? Are you able to do what needs to be done, or are you waiting to feel inspired or motivated? If you’re having a hard time doing the things you need to do to move your business forward, or you’re struggling with what to focus on each day, you’re going to love this episode! Many of my clients have experienced this challenge that can come with being a business owner and in this episode, I’m sharing the system I discovered (and ...

19. Using Pinterest and Attraction Marketing with Jana Osofsky

November 15, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

Have you been thinking of Pinterest to grow your business on and attract quality leads? Pinterest is more than pumpkin pie recipes and how to make easy wedding invitations on your lunch hour. Today, there are millions of users using the visual platform to find answers. Those users are searching for you and your business solutions. Today’s guest, Jana Osofsky, who went from virtual assistant to Pinterest Marketing Strategist joins us today to talk about attraction marketing with Pinterest....

18. Growing Your Business With Ease And Simplicity

November 08, 2020 09:00 - 14 minutes - 20 MB

Do you have a clear picture of what your business will look like once it’s successful? And when you think of this vision, do you have an idea of what it will take to get there?If you’re feeling overwhelmed or are worried that the path to success is going to be hard, you’re going to love this episode! Join me as I guide you through reprogramming your beliefs about what it takes to succeed in business and show you practical steps you can take right now to simplify your path to success. Here’s...

18. Growing Your Business With Ease And Simplicity

November 08, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 20 MB

Do you have a clear picture of what your business will look like once it’s successful? And when you think of this vision, do you have an idea of what it will take to get there? If you’re feeling overwhelmed or are worried that the path to success is going to be hard, you’re going to love this episode! Join me as I guide you through reprogramming your beliefs about what it takes to succeed in business and show you practical steps you can take right now to simplify your path to success. ...

17. Do This Exercise To Understand How Powerful Your Brain Is

November 01, 2020 21:00 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MB

If you’ve been listening to the podcast, you know that I love neuroscience! In this episode, we’re talking all about the power of your brain. Even better, I’m sharing one of my favorite exercises to help you experience and understand the power of your thoughts. You can easily try this experiment right now and repeat it anytime you need to remember how powerful you are. Check out what you’ll learn: Why what you tell yourself matters How you have more power than you think you do What to ...

16. What You Should Be Doing Daily, Weekly and Monthly for Success and Ease

October 25, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MB

I’m guessing you have daily habits in your personal life. You probably have a routine you follow when you get up each morning and one you follow before going to bed at night. Have you ever thought about creating habits in your business? One of the key differences I see between business owners who are successful versus those who are struggling, is having daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly habits in business. If this idea is new to you, or you know you could probably add some new habits ...

15. How to Use the Power of 3 in Your Business

October 18, 2020 08:00 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MB

As business owners, most of us know that a confused mind never buys. We understand that it’s important to not overwhelm our audience with too many options. However, what about the power of choice? Is it possible that we’re losing potential clients by not having enough options? In this episode, I’m diving into one of my favorite topics - brain neuroscience - and how the power of 3 can work magic for your business! Here’s a short rundown of this episode: What’s magical about the number th...

14. Why Speaking Needs To Be Part of Your Marketing Plan

October 11, 2020 04:00 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MB

Is speaking a part of your marketing plan?If not, you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode. And if you’re terrified of public speaking, don’t count yourself out. As a shy introvert who’s also an award-winning speaker, I know that anyone can do this. In this episode, I’m talking all about the many ways you can use speaking to build your audience, position yourself as an expert, and take your business to the next level. Check out what you’ll learn: Why speaking isn’t just for pr...

13. Your Success Depends on Your Enviornment

October 04, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

Are you surrounding yourself with people who are lifting you up and helping you grow into a better person? It’s easy to overlook, but the truth is that the people we spend the most time with are either lifting us up or weighing us down. If you’ve been feeling alone in your business or you’re simply eager to connect with more people who encourage and uplift you, you’ll love this episode, as we’re talking all about the community you keep. Here’s a snippet of what you’ll hear in this ...

12. Get Started Today How Your Business Will Evolve

September 28, 2020 04:00 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MB

Do you ever find yourself struggling with making the “right” choice or taking the “perfect” next step?If so, this episode is for you. If you struggle with analysis paralysis, feeling like you have to look at all of the options and possibilities before making a decision, this paralyzes you and keeps you from moving forward. In this episode, I’m sharing what’s behind analysis paralysis, how you can tell if this is holding you back, and what to do instead so that you can build your business an...

11. The 5 Things I'd Do Differently If I was Starting Today

September 20, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MB

I’m frequently asked, “Hey, Laurie-Ann, what kind of advice do you have for me in order to start my business or take it to the next level?” And looking back on when I first started my business, there are so many things I would do differently. So in today’s episode, I’m sharing the top five things I would do differently if I was starting my business today. Whether you’re just starting out or are looking to scale your business, you’ll want to tune in because I know these tips will help you. H...

How To Avoid The Common Mistakes In Selling

September 14, 2020 08:00 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MB

Today, we’re talking about the common sales mistakes that I see business owners making. And the reason why I recognize them is because I've made every single one of these mistakes myself. My hope is that when you join me for this episode, you’ll learn from my experience and will be able to avoid making these common sales mistakes in your own business. Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode: The key step to take before having a sales call (this is essential if you want to work with dream ...

10. How To Avoid The Common Mistakes In Selling

September 14, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

Today, we’re talking about the common sales mistakes that I see business owners making. And the reason why I recognize them is because I've made every single one of these mistakes myself. My hope is that when you join me for this episode, you’ll learn from my experience and will be able to avoid making these common sales mistakes in your own business. Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode: The key step to take before having a sales call (this is essential if you want to work with dre...

09. BONUS Inspiration Episode

September 10, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Every once in awhile you might need a little pick me up because life or business has you feeling a little less than your normal you. I share some tips I use when I'm feeling blue....because I'm like you and we humans have good and not so good days. Enjoy the tips and I recommend saving this episode for when you need it, whether that's today or another time in the future. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Join us in the Private Facebook Community - Entrepreneurs Making ...

9. BONUS Inspiration Episode

September 10, 2020 04:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Every once in awhile you might need a little pick me up because life or business has you feeling a little less than your normal you. I share some tips I use when I'm feeling blue....because I'm like you and we humans have good and not so good days. Enjoy the tips and I recommend saving this episode for when you need it, whether that's today or another time in the future. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Grab the FREE resource Directory of Places to Speak https://SpeakAndSta...

08. Your Valuable Content Should Stand Out And Here's How

September 07, 2020 15:34 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

Do you ever find yourself wondering what to talk about on a live stream or what to write about on social media or share with your audience? Have you ever had that writer's block? If so, you're going to love today's episode because we're talking all about content that not only helps you attract the right people into your world, but also helps you book clients on repeat. Here’s a short rundown of this episode: The common mistake is keeping you from sounding like yourself in your conten...

8. Your Valuable Content Should Stand Out And Here's How

September 07, 2020 04:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MB

Do you ever find yourself wondering what to talk about on a live stream or what to write about on social media or share with your audience? Have you ever had that writer's block? If so, you're going to love today's episode because we're talking all about content that not only helps you attract the right people into your world, but also helps you book clients on repeat. Here’s a short rundown of this episode: The common mistake is keeping you from sounding like yourself in your content (and...

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