Best Manny Rodriguez Podcasts (2025)

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Create Contracts that Reflect Your Values and Close Deals Faster with Sarah Fox - 327 1:00:50

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Sarah Fox is a lawyer transforming the way people do business. After decades dealing with huge deals in the construction sector, she realised that long, complex and bad contracts were costing time, money, deals and relationships. Sarah advocates for short, simple contracts starting with just 500 words. She inspires people across industries to strea…

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[Quick Tip] Talk Flow Tips: Create Seamless Transitions Like a Pro - 326 13:53

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In this quick tip episode, I'm letting you in on one of the most overlooked — but totally game-changing — parts of any talk: the segue. It's that moment between a killer story and your next point where everything suddenly feels… awkward. Where the energy drops, the audience blinks, and you find yourself muttering: "Anyway… moving on." 😬 Yeah. That …

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What Speakers Can Learn from FBI Negotiators – A Masterclass with Chris Voss - 325 1:08:13

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Chris Voss was the FBI's lead international hostage negotiator… but these days, he's helping CEOs, speakers, and sales pros negotiate million-pound deals, win high-stakes conversations, and get results — without pushing, pitching, or people-pleasing. In this episode of The Speaking Club, I'm joined by the author of Never Split the Difference to exp…

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What it Takes to Win Hearts, Minds, and Speaking Awards with Adele Bates - 324 1:17:14

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I first came across Adele Bates when I was judging the Storytelling category at the Speaker Awards—and her talk really stood out and grabbed my attention. It was powerful, authentic, challenging and captivating. She didn't just tell the story. She performed it. Her talk built drama and connected emotionally to the audience, leading you to see a new…

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The Cheat Code for High-Stakes Success with Nicola S. Morgan 1:05:46

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Nicola S. Morgan is a dynamic speaker, trainer, and author who helps individuals and organisations transform chaos into calm, and emotional strain into sustainable strength. With a background in education and behavioural change, she specialises in resilience, emotional wellbeing, and effective behaviour strategies—skills she's delivered to thousand…

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Master Your Nervous System: Tactical Breathing for Speakers with Manny Rodriguez - 322 58:13

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"Just breathe" is one of the most common pieces of advice given to speakers and performers who feel anxious about stepping onto the stage (be that online or in person) — but what if the way you're breathing is actually making things worse? Breathing might seem like an automatic function, but the truth is, most of us are doing it wrong… and it's cos…

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Send us a text This week on the pod, we’re joined by the multi-talented CookUp Cam. From creative business ventures to navigating the world as an artist, Cam shares insights on building something meaningful through passion and hustle. We also dive into our own personal “lore” (yes, it gets a little chaotic), and debate a very serious question: Whic…

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Breath, Tone, and the Art of Not Sounding Boring with Bailey Massey - 321 54:16

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"Finding your voice" might sound like a personal development cliché, but for speakers and leaders, it's the secret weapon that too many overlook. As a speaker your voice is your most important tool and mastering how to use it to its fullest effect is one of the most impactful things you can do. This isn't just about sounding 'nice', your voice is a…

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[Quick Tip] Judging 55 Speakers: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 320 19:35

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In this quick tip episode, I'm lifting the lid on how a speaking judge thinks and giving you the good, the bad and the ugly based on judging 55 speaker award entries … in one sitting (yes, I needed snacks!) I was honoured to be a judge for the Speaker Awards again this year, covering Best Storyteller and Best TEDx categories — and I want to share w…

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Beyond 'Good': Creating Client Experiences That Stick in an AI World with Steven Van Belleghem - 319 1:04:20

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The business world is changing fast. AI is reshaping how customers search, buy, and connect — but most companies are still stuck in old habits, missing the human magic that actually builds loyalty. At the same time, too many businesses are confusing efficiency with excellence. They're chasing five-star reviews that may not mean what they think they…

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FLU GAME 59:57

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Send us a text The boys are BACK and it’s a big one! This week, we’re bringing the energy with non-stop laughs, wild life updates, and some serious debates about which celebrities we’d trade lives with for a day. Plus, we’re getting hyped for the release of GTA 6—it’s finally happening! Lock in, hit play, and join the madness. As always- IT’S ALL F…

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Style That Speaks: How to Dress for Impact on Stage with Kay Korsh - 318 1:02:21

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Let's be honest — most speakers spend a lot of time crafting their talk, but when it comes to what they wear on stage? That's often a rushed afterthought… or a full-blown panic. Are you second-guessing whether your outfit actually helps or hinders your message? Ever watched back your talk and thought, "What was I thinking with that jacket?" Or mayb…

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Quick Tip - The Author to Speaker Struggle is Real - Here's How to Win - 317 34:00

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I see so many business authors and experts set out to use speaking to have more impact, step firmly into the thought leadership space, and monetise their message, only to get frustrated when they struggle to get the results that they want. Some struggle just getting their talk together, unable to work out which bits of their book 'baby' to put in a…

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DIRECTORS CUT 51:22

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Jake Rench to dive into his passion for videography and the creative process. We also get real about working through feelings of self-doubt and the pressure to feel “successful.” Plus, Jake shares a fascinating connection to a famous historical figure that might just surprise you. Tune in for a…

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Communicate with More Impact and Elevate Your Screen Presence with Loreta Tarozaite - 316 1:06:12

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Ever feel like your message gets lost in a sea of jargon? Do you struggle to turn complex ideas into stories that actually land? Or maybe you're great in a room full of people, but put a camera in front of you and suddenly you forget how to be yourself? If any of that sounds familiar, you're in the right place! In this episode, I'm chatting with Lo…

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Struggling with Speaking Nerves? Turn Anxiety into Confidence with Heather Lillico - 315 1:01:43

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My guest today is Heather Lillico. I was so inspired by an article I read from Heather on the Tiny Buddha website, where she outed herself as a nutritionist who out of the limelight was actually struggling with an eating disorder, that I was curious to find out more. What I discovered is that her journey of managing and mastering anxiety is not onl…

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VARSITY BLUES 1:17:12

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Send us a text This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Chicagoland artist Brad Varsity to the show! Brad shares his journey into music, proving he’s more than just a rapper. Plus, he gives us the inside scoop on his short stint in reality TV, and his thoughts on the current state of Chicago Pro sports. Don’t miss this conversation packed with stories,…

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[Quick Tip] Every Day You Wait Someone Else Gets the Gig - 314 20:00

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In this quick tip episode, I'm tackling something that holds many speakers back —decision-making. Whether you're using speaking to market your business, win clients, or land paid gigs, hesitation can cost you big time. Every day you wait, someone else is taking the stage. In this episode, I cover: Why making decisions feels so challenging. The resu…

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How to Deliver a Magical Audience Experience and Get Booked More with Lee Warren - 313 51:13

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I saw Lee Warren speak at the Professional Speaking Association summit and he was one of the star turns of the event. The theme was standing out, and his talk was aimed at helping speakers to do exactly that, for the right reasons. Lee was a magician by night and a sales director by day before he fell into professional speaking. That was 15 years a…

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YEAR ONE 1:18:22

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Send us a text This week, we’re celebrating a huge milestone—our one-year anniversary of the show! The boys take a trip down memory lane, sharing their favorite moments from the past year. Plus, with all the hype surrounding the Super Bowl, we break down our thoughts on the big game. And to wrap things up, we’ve got a fun game for the audience to j…

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[Quick Tip] How to Get More People to Follow You - 312 13:07

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Many experts and authors that reach out to me are frustrated that they are struggling to build a following. They often compare themselves to others and think they aren't connecting with people because of their persona, or their style, but that's not it. There is a reason that others, often less qualified, are reaching and engaging more people and i…

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NEW YEAR SAME PLOT 1:06:50

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Send us a text This week on FOR THE PLOT, Manny’s older brother, Petie, joins the conversation for a dynamic episode. The guys dive into their New Year’s resolutions, unpack the creative spark behind Teddy’s latest project, and take a deep dive into the fascinating (and wild) future of AI. Don’t miss this lively mix of personal insights, creative i…

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Overcoming the Challenges to Building a Sustainable Speaking Business with Arel Moodie - 311 1:02:41

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The road to making speaking a sustainable business is littered with people who quit because the journey was so much tougher than they ever anticipated. There are lots of people dangling the golden carrot of gigs worth thousands, and becoming a six figure speaker … and it is absolutely possible, but those who make it are a fraction of those that sta…

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Unleash Your Creativity to Increase Your Visibility with Azul Terronez - 310 1:05:31

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What should come first, your book or your talk? That's one of the questions I posed to Azul Terronez, book coach to some of the best known thought leaders around. Azul is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and book coach who specializes in helping leaders write and publish books that elevate their brand. As the CEO of the six-fi…

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BACK TO WORK 58:06

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Send us a text This week on FOR THE PLOT, we dive into the drama surrounding Drake’s lawsuit against UMG and what it could mean for the music industry. Then, we uncover the bizarre story of the UnitedHealthcare CEO investigation. Finally, we discuss the strange reports of alien drone activity in New Jersey. Tune in for all the twists, turns, and wi…

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[Quick Tip] The Secret Ingredient for Getting More Speaking Gigs - 309 19:28

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I want to share something that I know will get you more speaking gigs and ramp up your confidence for outreach. It's relevant for live events, podcasts and any other type of It's very simple yet so many people struggle to execute on it, but hopefully this episode will give you inspiration and some concrete steps to take to implement this in 2025. I…

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The Inside Track on Becoming More Bookable as a Speaker with Seth Dechtman - 308 1:08:04

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One of the questions I get asked most is how do I get booked consistently for paid speaking gigs. I have my views on this from a speaker and speaking coach perspective, but I wanted to get a view from someone with another angle. That's why I invited Seth Dechtman onto the show. Seth works with event planners for some of the biggest organisations an…

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[Quick Tip] How to be a Great Guest and Still Share Your Message Effectively on Podcasts, Panels & Fireside Chats - 307 21:12

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"I've been booked to do a fireside chat at a conference, have you got any tips?" This is a question I got a few weeks ago from one of my Green Room clients, and she actually had the event this week. In response I shared with her some tactics she could use before and during the event to ensure she influenced the direction of the conversation to wher…

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How to Get Results on Social Media as a Speaker with Mark Saxby - 306 1:00:37

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I'm going to be real here. When I look back at my life from my death bed, I am not going to say … "if only I'd spent more time on Linked In". Most of the people I speak to would be happy to spend less time on social media and free themselves from the guilty feeling that they should be doing 'more'! But the truth of it is that social media is import…

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[Quick Tip] Are Free Speaking Gigs Worth Doing? - 305 16:03

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"I've been approached to speak at an event, but they have no budget for speaker fees, should I do it?" … is a question I get asked a lot. So, I say … "Firstly, that's not a question I can answer for you … but here's some ideas for how you can assess the value of an opportunity for you and your message, and how you can make low fee or free gigs pay.…

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Changing the Narrative with Gethin Jones - 304 1:00:22

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Trigger Warning - this show briefly discusses difficult topics including self-harm and suicide. Gethin Jones is a survivor, but what few people would have believed, (including Gethin), was that he would also become an international speaker and thought leader. Growing up in the care system, he spent a total of 8 years in prison, battled intravenous …

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How to Put together a Game Changing Signature Keynote - 303 23:32

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Business Book publisher and business author Alison Jones said "for business book writers a signature talk changes the game." Arel Moodie, Professional Speaker, Disney Show Host and Founder of Talkadot said: "If you feel like you are not getting booked enough. You need a signature talk. If you feel like you are constantly chasing clients and they ar…

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SCARY HOURS 1:07:29

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Send us a text Welcome to FOR THE PLOT’s Halloween Special! Get ready to dive into spine-chilling tales, haunted locations, and the scariest movies of all time. Grab your popcorn and don’t turn off the lights, because things are about to get SPOOKY! As always, IT’S ALL FOR THE PLOT! Be sure to follow us on our social media accounts listed below: FU…

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[Quick Tip] Does Your Idea have Enough Impact? - 302 13:07

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"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." That's a famous and overused quote from Maya Angelou - that really applies to speakers. Because people won't remember your name or the exact words you say, but they will remember how your message made them feel…

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MARVINS ROOM 1:20:25

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Send us a text Welcome to Spooky Season Plotters! On this week’s episode, we welcome our guest and most loyal listener, Marvin McCouri! Tune in as we dive into our experiences with stage fright, share some chilling personal spooky stories, and break down the meaning behind a few of Teddy’s song lyrics. As always, IT’S ALL FOR THE PLOT! Guest social…

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How to Set Your Self Free and Be More You with Michelle Minnikin - 301 1:09:59

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The definition of 'self-expression' is the expression of one's feelings, thoughts, or ideas, through words, choices or actions, especially in writing, art, music, or dance. Sounds easy doesn't it? The trouble is that we are all so bogged down with messages about how we should look, think, speak, and act; that it can make it difficult to let go of e…

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Why You Are Shackled by Self-Doubt and How to Break Free - 300 42:33

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This show was prompted by the question of a podcast listener, but reflected a recurring issue with people that I work with. My clients have written great books, become accomplished experts in their field and have a big message to share, but when it comes to sharing their views in person or on stage, a number of them begin to doubt themselves. It sh…

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Why USPs Don't Work and What Speakers Should Focus on Instead with Chantal Cornelius - 299 1:15:06

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Do you feel resistance when you hear the word marketing? So many people do. They have hang ups and beliefs about marketing and it can get in the way of them being able to achieve success in their business and as a speaker. I get it though, marketing can feel complicated, overwhelming and confusing. But it doesn't have to feel that way. What if it c…

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From the Curious Encounters of Forensic Psychiatry to Cruise Ship Speaking with Rhona Morrison - 298 1:09:08

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Have you got dreams of turning your years of experience, knowledge and wisdom into a new career as a speaker? Well that's exactly what Dr Rhona Morrison did. She is a retired Forensic Psychiatrist, who worked in the NHS for 32 years, and the author of 'I don't talk to dead bodies'. Her book takes you beyond the sensationalist headlines to show you …

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[Quick Tip] Do You Want to Wing it or Bring It as a Speaker? - 297 17:00

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Just recently I've had people reach out to me with a bleeding neck, and what I mean by that is … they have a huge speaking gig less than three weeks away and they haven't got a talk to give. So in this quick tip show, I want to give you a heads up on the problems with winging it and what to do instead. In this show I'm covering: Why people wing the…

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Unlocking the Cheat Code to Better Health and Performance with Margie Chavasse - 296 59:08

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Imagine the scenario, you've turned up to a speaking gig, or important presentation and your stomach is playing up, or you're feeling foggy, and it's not because you had a heavy night out. It's just that it happens, and often at the most inconvenient times, and you don't know why, and your Doctor hasn't been able to tell you either. So instead of f…

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BEST KEPT SECRET 56:44

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, we sit down with Chicago’s very own Jams: The Flava Child. Join us as Jams opens up about his journey in the music industry, from his early beginnings to the exciting career that’s now blossoming. He shares the pivotal moments that led him to discover his true purpose in life and how he’s channeling that energ…

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Obstacles to Building Your Speaking Gig Pipeline - 295 23:07

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The question I hear most frequently from people, whether they're starting out on their professional speaking journey, or they have been going at it for a while is this one … "How do I get paid to speak consistently?" All they're getting is the odd few gigs, then tumbleweed. They want a pipeline of speaking gigs but they don't know how to build it, …

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SHAWTY 2X 1:08:55

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Send us a text Join us this week as we sit down with Michaella, a rising star in the music industry. Michaella takes us on her journey into music, discussing the creative process behind crafting unforgettable songs. From the highs of performance to the quirks of songwriting, we delve into the artistry that defines her career. Plus, get ready to lau…

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TALK 2 ME NICE 50:14

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Send us a text Join us for the exciting Season 2 premiere of FOR THE PLOT! Our special guest, Fletch, shares his journey into the entertainment world and reveals fascinating stories about his experiences with industry giants. From forging connections with big names to engaging in a lively game of "Guess Who," this episode promises entertainment gal…

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[Quick Tip] Nuggets from the Speaker Summit - 294 24:12

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I was at the Speaker Summit and Speaker Awards in London a couple of weeks ago, and I wanted to share some of the advice and tips from the experts there on the day. In this show I'm covering: The questions that can uncover speaking leads everywhere How to turn your LinkedIn profile into a gig magnet Standing in front of other people's parades Make …

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Breaking the Silence with Don Ryan - 293 59:57

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Please be aware that this episode does discuss the topics of death and suicide. Each of us has a story to tell, but for many people no reason compelling enough emerges for us to embark on the journey to sharing that story with others. But for some people, there comes a time where something happens and it ignites a burning desire to share their stor…

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[Quick Tip] Why We Avoid Making Decisions and Give Up Too Soon! - 292 15:18

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This quick talk tip will help you avoid procrastination, move closer to your dreams and keep going when things feel tough. In this show I'm covering: A reframing for the Field of Dreams Why we procrastinate when making decisions The antidote to inaction The greatest place to be in relation to making a decision The lesson from Steve Jobs Why you sho…

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The True Levers You Need to Pull for Positive Change with Ruth Taylor - 291 1:01:39

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We are living in tumultuous times, we are facing some of the biggest challenges ever as a species, and as individual countries, organisations and people. And despite the huge incentives to come together to work through these problems, we are in a lot of ways more divided than ever before. Many speakers today are talking on some of these big topics …

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CREW LOVE 1:40:32

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Send us a text Join us on this special episode of For the Plot as we pull back the curtain and introduce you to the talented individuals who bring our podcast to life. Meet JV, our visionary videographer, and Rads, our amazing audio engineer. Discover the intricate process behind crafting each episode, from capturing captivating visuals to ensuring…