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Speak Like It Matters

251 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratings

Designed especially for visionary experts, industry-leading professionals, and trailblazing business owners, "Speak Like IT Matters" is your weekly comprehensive playbook for mastering the art and science of communication. This podcast is more than just a collection of tips and tricks; it's a deep dive into the psychology and mindset of powerful speaking.

Each episode, clocking in at 30 minutes or less, is a fusion of casual and sophisticated as we break down the intricacies of public speaking, leadership, personal growth, and mindset. While we unravel theories and ideas, we ensure you walk away with tangible strategies you can action immediately. As a result, you'll find yourself transforming into a dynamic, courageous, and confident communicator, ready to take on any room and any stage.

Whether you're tuning in for insightful solo sessions or absorbing wisdom from renowned industry leaders in our exclusive interviews, there's one guarantee: you'll snag at least one golden nugget from each episode that will propel you closer to becoming the respected industry icon you're destined to be.

Join your host, Csilla Muscan every week and discover how to articulate your message with clarity, conviction, and a touch of class. Because when you speak like it matters, the world stops and listens.

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Episodes

EP26: There Is A Season To Everything (Special Edition #4)

June 27, 2019 10:50 - 15 minutes - 35.6 MB

Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential. On the last week of every month I usually switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month I’m sharing a life, business or leadership lesson from the Bible along with a song I recorded and I’m calling it the Soulful Thursday Special Edition. In this episode I cannot wait to share a life lesson I learned not long ago about the toxic side effect...

EP25: Grief, Purpose & Finding Joy After Loss with Crystalyn Aucoin

June 20, 2019 10:27 - 44 minutes - 101 MB

Crystalyn Aucoin is a jewelry designer from New Orleans and the mom of an incredible superhero named Spider-Man (AKA Winston). After a decade in the jewelry industry she decided to create her own jewelry line based on a need she saw in the market for casual fine jewelry and a mission she felt was bigger than herself. A jewelry line was not always part of Crystalyn's plan however, a major life-altering event changed the course of her journey and her outlook forever. In 2016, she lost he...

S3E25: Grief, Purpose & Finding Joy After Loss with Crystalyn Aucoin

June 20, 2019 10:27 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Crystalyn Aucoin is a jewelry designer from New Orleans and the mom of an incredible superhero named Spider-Man (AKA Winston). After a decade in the jewelry industry she decided to create her own jewelry line based on a need she saw in the market for casual fine jewelry and a mission she felt was bigger than herself.A jewelry line was not always part of Crystalyn's plan however, a major life-altering event changed the course of her journey and her outlook forever. In 2016, she lost her 38-y...

EP24: 5 Simple Steps For a Super Productive Day

June 13, 2019 11:11 - 20 minutes - 45.9 MB

Ok. So let’s be honest. How many times have you said to someone this week “I’m so busy! I wish I had more hours in the day. ”Right? I know I did at least 3 times. We turn busyness into a badge of honor and many times almost feel weird if we don’t have too many things going on during the day. We live in an age where busyness is worshiped and slowing down is getting harder and harder to do. Maybe like me, you are tired of the constant hustle? I’ve got some good news for you. There is a simple ...

S2E24: 5 Simple Steps For a Super Productive Day

June 13, 2019 11:11 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

Ok. So let’s be honest. How many times have you said to someone this week “I’m so busy! I wish I had more hours in the day. ”Right? I know I did at least 3 times. We turn busyness into a badge of honor and many times almost feel weird if we don’t have too many things going on during the day. We live in an age where busyness is worshiped and slowing down is getting harder and harder to do. Maybe like me, you are tired of the constant hustle? I’ve got some good news for you. There is a simple s...

S2E23: The First Steps In Overcoming The Productivity Struggle

June 06, 2019 11:13 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

We all know, time is one of our most precious assets and what we do with our time is so important. Yet, so many of us live every day feeling overwhelmed, like we are running from one thing to the next and wishing we had more hours in the day.Modern life has evolved in a way that it sets us up for stress, pressure and overload. So how can we make sure that we are choosing the meaningful and important over the urgent in order to get the RIGHT things done? The things that matter most to us? Tha...

EP23: The First Steps In Overcoming The Productivity Struggle

June 06, 2019 11:13 - 18 minutes - 41.8 MB

We all know, time is one of our most precious assets and what we do with our time is so important. Yet, so many of us live every day feeling overwhelmed, like we are running from one thing to the next and wishing we had more hours in the day. Modern life has evolved in a way that it sets us up for stress, pressure and overload. So how can we make sure that we are choosing the meaningful and important over the urgent in order to get the RIGHT things done? The things that matter most to us? T...

S2E22: Soulful Thursday Special Edition #3

May 23, 2019 11:07 - 11 minutes - 7.96 MB

You are listening to the Grace-Filled Leader podcast episode 22. Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential.On the last week of every month I usually switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month I’m sharing a life or leadership lessons from the Bible along with a song and I’m calling it the Soulful Thursday Special Edition. Hope you’ll stick around and join me on this special episo...

EP22: Soulful Thursday Special Edition #3

May 23, 2019 11:07 - 11 minutes - 26.4 MB

You are listening to the Grace-Filled Leader podcast episode 22. Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential. On the last week of every month I usually switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month I’m sharing a life or leadership lessons from the Bible along with a song and I’m calling it the Soulful Thursday Special Edition. Hope you’ll stick around and join me on this special epis...

EP21: How To Develop A Healthy Mindset (Part 2)

May 16, 2019 11:19 - 20 minutes - 45.7 MB

This whole month we’ve been talking about the importance of developing a strong and healthy mindset. It’s been a value packed month for sure but I want to go even deeper and give you even more hands on and tangible ways that will help you create and cultivate a vibrant mindset that will help you show up more effectively in your life. Are you ready to dive in? Let’s do this. When you are done listening don’t forget to check out the “Think Bigger” mindset guide. It’s a FREE pdf that will help...

S2E21: How To Develop A Healthy Mindset (Part 2)

May 16, 2019 11:19 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MB

This whole month we’ve been talking about the importance of developing a strong and healthy mindset. It’s been a value packed month for sure but I want to go even deeper and give you even more hands on and tangible ways that will help you create and cultivate a vibrant mindset that will help you show up more effectively in your life.Are you ready to dive in? Let’s do this.When you are done listening don’t forget to check out the “Think Bigger” mindset guide.It’s a FREE pdf that will help you ...

S2E20: How To Develop A Healthy Mindset (Part1)

May 09, 2019 11:11 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode I want to talk to you today about the importance of being intentional about the development of a strong and vibrant thought life.The way I see is like going to a restaurant. We can either choose to order and put the junk food in our body or we can choose to see food as a fuel and decide on putting something that will help us thrive.The same goes for our thoughts and mindset.When you are done listening don’t forget to check out the “Think Bigger” mindset guide.It’s a FREE pdf t...

EP20: How To Develop A Healthy Mindset (Part1)

May 09, 2019 11:11 - 21 minutes - 48.5 MB

In this episode I want to talk to you today about the importance of being intentional about the development of a strong and vibrant thought life. The way I see is like going to a restaurant. We can either choose to order and put the junk food in our body or we can choose to see food as a fuel and decide on putting something that will help us thrive. The same goes for our thoughts and mindset. When you are done listening don’t forget to check out the “Think Bigger” mindset guide. It’s a FREE...

EP19: 60 Seconds To A Happier You

May 02, 2019 11:01 - 19 minutes - 43.7 MB

Do you think you are positive? Do you think joy is a feeling? I want you to try this on for size... Happiness is a choice. And Today I want to invite you to a challenge. One that has the potential to change how you feel throughout the day. The potential to completely change your thinking and therefore change your life. You think I’m making too big of a promise here? I stand by it. I’ve seen it work in way too many lives, including my own to know better. Sounds enticing, doesn't it? Well, the...

S2E19: 60 Seconds To A Happier You

May 02, 2019 11:01 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

Do you think you are positive? Do you think joy is a feeling? I want you to try this on for size... Happiness is a choice.And Today I want to invite you to a challenge.One that has the potential to change how you feel throughout the day. The potential to completely change your thinking and therefore change your life. You think I’m making too big of a promise here? I stand by it. I’ve seen it work in way too many lives, including my own to know better.Sounds enticing, doesn't it? Well, then le...

EP18: Soulful Thursday Special Edition #2

April 24, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 24.4 MB

You are listening to the Grace-Filled Leader podcast episode 18. Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential. On the last week of every month I usually switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month I’m sharing a life or leadership lesson from the Bible along with a song and I’m calling it the Souful Thursday Special Edition. Hope you’ll stick around and join me on this special episod...

S2E18: Soulful Thursday Special Edition #2

April 23, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.35 MB

You are listening to the Grace-Filled Leader podcast episode 18. Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential.On the last week of every month I usually switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month I’m sharing a life or leadership lesson from the Bible along with a song and I’m calling it the Souful Thursday Special Edition. Hope you’ll stick around and join me on this special episode...

EP17: How To Cultivate More Gratitude In Your Life

April 17, 2019 00:00 - 15 minutes - 35.5 MB

Living a grateful life is a choice and it doesn’t happen by accident. Living a thankful life isn’t always easy either. But it’s very much possible. Just like any other habit in life, gratitude is developed by practice and taking intentional steps every day in order to feel more grateful. In today’s episode I’m sharing with you how I went from a grumpy pessimist who always felt like her world was falling apart to now someone who is extremely grateful for the opportunity to be alive and make a ...

S2E17: How To Cultivate More Gratitude In Your Life

April 16, 2019 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Living a grateful life is a choice and it doesn’t happen by accident. Living a thankful life isn’t always easy either. But it’s very much possible. Just like any other habit in life, gratitude is developed by practice and taking intentional steps every day in order to feel more grateful. In today’s episode I’m sharing with you how I went from a grumpy pessimist who always felt like her world was falling apart to now someone who is extremely grateful for the opportunity to be alive and make a ...

EP16: How To Find Your Sweet Spot

April 11, 2019 00:00 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MB

In today’s episode we will be looking at the 3 questions we should ask of ourselves in order to get a clearer vision as to what some of our strengths or so we can utilize those strengths every day and build on them. If you’ve ever wondered what are strengths are and how you should use those strengths then this episode is for you. So, let’s dive right in. To get more clarity on your priorities so you can spend more time in your sweet spot download this free guide: www.daringinfluence.com/prio...

S2E16: How To Find Your Sweet Spot

April 10, 2019 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

In today’s episode we will be looking at the 3 questions we should ask of ourselves in order to get a clearer vision as to what some of our strengths or so we can utilize those strengths every day and build on them. If you’ve ever wondered what are strengths are and how you should use those strengths then this episode is for you. So, let’s dive right in.To get more clarity on your priorities so you can spend more time in your sweet spot download this free guide: www.daringinfluence.com/priori...

EP15: How To Know If You Should Give Up Or Keep Going

April 04, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MB

Have you ever felt absolutely discouraged? Wondering if you are on the right track? Asking yourself questions like, should I give up or should I keep going? Do I need to quit or just adjust my course? Am I wasting my time or is it supposed to be this hard? If any of these questions resonate with you. This episode is for you my friend. Let’s get to it. For bonus resources and downloads click here: www.daringinfluence.com/priorities

S2E15: How To Know If You Should Give Up Or Keep Going

April 03, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

Have you ever felt absolutely discouraged? Wondering if you are on the right track? Asking yourself questions like, should I give up or should I keep going? Do I need to quit or just adjust my course? Am I wasting my time or is it supposed to be this hard? If any of these questions resonate with you. This episode is for you my friend. Let’s get to it.For bonus resources and downloads click here: www.daringinfluence.com/priorities

EP14: Soulful Thursday Special Edition #1

March 28, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 29.4 MB

Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential. On the last week of every month, I want to switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month, I’ll be sharing a short devotional with a song and I’m calling it the Souful Thursday Special Edition. Hope you’ll stick around and join me on this special episode. For more episodes or music please visit www.csillamuscan.com

S2E14: Soulful Thursday Special Edition #1

March 27, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MB

Every week on this show we talk about things like courage, leadership, living into who we are created to be and maximizing our God-given potential.On the last week of every month, I want to switch things up a bit. On the 4th week of the month, I’ll be sharing a short devotional with a song and I’m calling it the Souful Thursday Special Edition. Hope you’ll stick around and join me on this special episode. For more episodes or music please visit www.csillamuscan.com

EP13: How To Show Up For Your Calling Without Burning Yourself Out In The Process

March 21, 2019 11:07 - 21 minutes - 49.1 MB

In today’s show I’ll be sharing some very practical tips on how you can get the right things done while still staying present. How you can show up for your God-given call without burning yourself out in the process. For more episodes on mindset and leadership visit: www.csillamuscan.com

S2E13: How To Show Up For Your Calling Without Burning Yourself Out In The Process

March 21, 2019 11:07 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

In today’s show I’ll be sharing some very practical tips on how you can get the right things done while still staying present. How you can show up for your God-given call without burning yourself out in the process.For more episodes on mindset and leadership visit: www.csillamuscan.com

EP11: How To Live And Lead From A Place Of Anticipation Vs. Anxiety

March 06, 2019 18:09 - 17 minutes - 39 MB

In today’s show, we are talking about anticipation versus anxiety. What does it look like to live from a place of hope instead of worry and what are some practical steps we can take in order, make living a hope-filled life a daily habit. Are you ready? For more info visit: www.csillamuscan.com/podcast

S2E11: How To Live And Lead From A Place Of Anticipation Vs. Anxiety

March 06, 2019 18:09 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

In today’s show, we are talking about anticipation versus anxiety. What does it look like to live from a place of hope instead of worry and what are some practical steps we can take in order, make living a hope-filled life a daily habit. Are you ready? For more info visit: www.csillamuscan.com/podcast

S2E12: How To Recognize Your Foes

March 02, 2019 02:12 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

In today’s show, we are going to take a closer look at what a foe is, how we can recognize those foes in our own lives and how to safeguard ourselves against them. And if even for a split second you thought, oh I don’t need this episode I don’t have any enemies I want you to reconsider. Are you ready? Let’s do this.For more episodes check out: www.csillamuscan.com/podcast

EP12: How To Recognize Your Foes

March 02, 2019 02:12 - 19 minutes - 45.7 MB

In today’s show, we are going to take a closer look at what a foe is, how we can recognize those foes in our own lives and how to safeguard ourselves against them. And if even for a split second you thought, oh I don’t need this episode I don’t have any enemies I want you to reconsider. Are you ready? Let’s do this. For more episodes check out: www.csillamuscan.com/podcast

EP10: How To #StressLess and #LiveMore with Courtney Elmer

October 22, 2018 18:27 - 37 minutes - 86 MB

After being diagnosed with cancer at the age of 25, Courtney has made it her mission to show her fellow female entrepreneurs how to pinpoint and eliminate the underlying causes of stress and overwhelm in their life and business so they can live a more vibrant and fulfilling life, without feeling like they have to sacrifice one for the sake of the other. Her genuine, poignant stories will warm your heart, and her simple, actionable strategies are exactly what you need when you want RESULTS. C...

S1E10: How To #StressLess and #LiveMore with Courtney Elmer

October 22, 2018 18:27 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

After being diagnosed with cancer at the age of 25, Courtney has made it her mission to show her fellow female entrepreneurs how to pinpoint and eliminate the underlying causes of stress and overwhelm in their life and business so they can live a more vibrant and fulfilling life, without feeling like they have to sacrifice one for the sake of the other.Her genuine, poignant stories will warm your heart, and her simple, actionable strategies are exactly what you need when you want RESULTS.Cour...

S1E9: The Dark Side Of Social Media And How To Guard Against It

October 10, 2018 02:51 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

S1E9: The Dark Side Of Social Media And How To Guard Against It by Csilla Muscan

EP9: The Dark Side Of Social Media And How To Guard Against It

October 10, 2018 02:51 - 22 minutes - 51.1 MB

EP9: The Dark Side Of Social Media And How To Guard Against It by Csilla Muscan

S1E8: Interview with Dr. Mary Beth Covert on The Surprising Effects Of Infertility

September 26, 2018 18:30 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Dr. Mary Beth Covert on the topic of infertility and it's effects on people. Mary Beth Covert is a wife of 17 years. After a journey with infertility, she became the mom of 2 amazing daughters by way of domestic adoption. For the past 12 years, she’s worked as a Licensed Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. She maintains a private practice south of Nashville and does contract work at Onsite Workshops. This past year Mary Beth became a b...

EP 8: The Surprising Effects Of Infertility

September 26, 2018 18:30 - 31 minutes - 73 MB

In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Dr. Mary Beth Covert on the topic of infertility and it's effects on people. Mary Beth Covert is a wife of 17 years. After a journey with infertility, she became the mom of 2 amazing daughters by way of domestic adoption. For the past 12 years, she’s worked as a Licensed Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. She maintains a private practice south of Nashville and does contract work at Onsite Workshops. This past year Mary Beth became a...

S1E7: The Gift That Keeps On (For)Giving

September 13, 2018 16:08 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

S1E7: The Gift That Keeps On (For)Giving by Csilla Muscan

EP7: The Gift That Keeps On (For)Giving

September 13, 2018 16:08 - 30 minutes - 69.7 MB

EP7: The Gift That Keeps On (For)Giving by Csilla Muscan

EP6: More Than Wine And Shonda Rhimes With Mandy Thompson

August 22, 2018 23:41 - 28 minutes - 64.8 MB

In this episode, Tam and I interview Mandy Thompson on the self-care essentials for today's woman. Mandy is a true daughter of the South, raised in rural Georgia with pencils in hand as early as her mama can remember. She moved to the Georgia Coast after graduating from Georgia Southern University in 2001, and spent 15 years in vocational ministry before becoming a professional artist. Mandy returned to art in her mid-30s as a way to work through depression and process her emotions, and f...

S1E6: More Than Wine And Shonda Rhimes With Mandy Thompson

August 22, 2018 23:41 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

In this episode, Tam and I interview Mandy Thompson on the self-care essentials for today's woman. Mandy is a true daughter of the South, raised in rural Georgia with pencils in hand as early as her mama can remember. She moved to the Georgia Coast after graduating from Georgia Southern University in 2001, and spent 15 years in vocational ministry before becoming a professional artist. Mandy returned to art in her mid-30s as a way to work through depression and process her emotions, and found...

S1E5: Interview with Barb Roose on how to win the worry battle

July 11, 2018 20:52 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Barbara L. Roose is a popular speaker and author who is passionate about connecting women to one another and to God. Her goal is to equip women to win at life with Christ-empowered strength and dignity.Roose enjoys teaching and encouraging women at conferences and events across the country and abroad. She is the author of Winning the Worry Battle: Life Lessons from the Book of Joshua and Beautiful Already: Reclaiming God’s Perspective on Beauty along with their companion Bible studies and Eno...

EP5: The Worry Battle with Barb Roose

July 11, 2018 20:52 - 30 minutes - 69.7 MB

Barbara L. Roose is a popular speaker and author who is passionate about connecting women to one another and to God. Her goal is to equip women to win at life with Christ-empowered strength and dignity. Roose enjoys teaching and encouraging women at conferences and events across the country and abroad. She is the author of Winning the Worry Battle: Life Lessons from the Book of Joshua and Beautiful Already: Reclaiming God’s Perspective on Beauty along with their companion Bible studies and E...

EP4: Meet Tam Hodge (co-host of this podcast)

July 05, 2018 04:57 - 34 minutes - 79.1 MB

In this episode, you get to hear a bit more about Tam Hodge, the co-host of this podcast. To find out in even more detail about this lovely lady visit her website at www.tamhodge.com

S1E4: Interview with Tam Hodge

July 05, 2018 04:57 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

In this episode, you get to hear a bit more about Tam Hodge, the co-host of this podcast. To find out in even more detail about this lovely lady visit her website at www.tamhodge.com

S1E3: Meet Csilla Muscan (founder of Grace Filled Leader Podcast)

June 20, 2018 03:19 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

In this episode you'll meet our fearless leader, Csilla Muscan. Csilla is a wife, mom, singer, speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of www.daringgirlstribe.com

EP3: Meet Csilla Muscan (founder of this podcast)

June 20, 2018 03:19 - 35 minutes - 80.2 MB

In this episode you'll meet our fearless leader, Csilla Muscan. Csilla is a wife, mom, singer, speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of www.daringgirlstribe.com

EP2: The Faces Of Anxiety

June 04, 2018 19:41 - 33 minutes - 76.1 MB

Have you ever had an anxiety attack? Do you or do you know of anyone who battles anxiety or depression? Have you ever felt shamed for dealing with anxiety? Then this episode is for you!

S1E2: The Faces Of Anxiety

June 04, 2018 19:41 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

Have you ever had an anxiety attack? Do you or do you know of anyone who battles anxiety or depression?Have you ever felt shamed for dealing with anxiety?Then this episode is for you!

EP1: Why "The Relentless Life" podcast?

May 17, 2018 19:58 - 18 minutes - 42.5 MB

EP1: Why "The Relentless Life" podcast? by Csilla Muscan

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