Talk to People Podcast

Most people walk into a pitch knowing what they're presenting but not what they're actually trying to achieve — and it shows. In this episode, Chris breaks down Mission, the third piece of the Speaker-Audience-Mission framework, using AIM (Ask, Issue, Minimum) to define exactly what winning looks like before you ever open your mouth. You'll learn why neediness in a pitch isn't...

Master your pitch framework to improve audience receptiveness. Learn how to read the room and secure better outcomes. Preparing for a big speech or pitch? Don't do it alone. Reach out to me and let's work together: talktochrismiller.com  If you want to work through READ for your own pitch, grab the free guide: https://talktochrismiller.kit.com/226917b4f8 This is Episode 2 of Pitch, Pleas...

Most pitches don't fail because of the idea. They fail before you even open your mouth — because nobody in the room knows who you are yet. Preparing for a big speech or pitch? Don't do it alone. Reach out to me and let's work together: www.talktochrismiller.com  If you've got a pitch coming up and want the free guide to walk through it yourself, grab it here: https://talktochri...

Join the next masterclass here: https://talktochrismiller.kit.com/profile  This week I ran my first-ever live masterclass — 35 people showed up, 86% stayed the full 90 minutes, and one comment in the Q&A stopped me cold. In this episode, I walk through what actually happened, what I got wrong, and five lessons I'd give anyone thinking about building a masterclass or turning their expertis...

The world is changing - it's become a place where you can be anything you want to be. But there's something that determines where you get - and it's not your degree. It's how you COMMUNICATE.  Want to become a better communicator? Work with a coach: www.talktochrismiller.com This episode is a presentation I've given in-person multiple times - and now I'm giving it to...

I have seen too many business owners lose out on pitches. I've been there before, prepared the wrong way and ultimately got the wrong result. In this video, I'm going to lay out the first 2 parts of my 3-part pitch prep guide.  Preparing for a big speech or pitch? Don't do it alone. Reach out to me and let's work together: www.talktochrismiller.com  🎯 Grab the free Pitch Prep...

I started a podcast three years ago. It changed my career.  🎙️ Take the assessment to find out which long-form path fits your business: https://chris-u1zjvux4.scoreapp.com Here's why podcasting might be the most underrated business decision most owners will never make — plus a conversation with a new podcaster on what to know before you start. An easy way to send me a message? Click the link...

If you're a soccer fan comment below. I had so much fun connecting with Tim Bascom! Legend - and I'm grateful to get back to conversations. Also, everybody who wants to meet friends and build community - FIND A WAY TO DO IT WITHOUT FOCUSING ON IT. Soccer is a great example. People show up for soccer - and they have to interact with people. After awhile, it turns into more interactions, w...

For over 2,400 years, one persuasion framework has shaped the way we speak, influence, and win people over. From Aristotle to modern politicians, this system is still being used in the biggest moments today. In this episode, I break it down—and show you how to use it to win the room. An easy way to send me a message? Click the link here. Support the show Have you enjoyed the podcast? If so, follow...

Ever watch a great speaker and think, "I wish I could sound like that"? Here's the problem: copying great speakers makes you worse, not better. In this episode, I break down Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech—not to teach you his style, but to reveal his process. The speech wasn't planned. It was a "rhetorical scrapbook" of material he&apo...

Never sound unprepared again! This episode is only 20 minutes. Sounding clear isn’t about having the perfect words — it’s about structure. In this episode, I walk through two frameworks that help you communicate confidently when you’re thinking on your feet. An easy way to send me a message? Click the link here. Support the show Have you enjoyed the podcast? If so, follow it, rate it, and share it...

One of the most conceptual episodes I've created. What is aura? And how can you harness it to improve how you connect with the people around you?  Some people just feel good to be around. In this episode, we unpack why. We talk about aura as alignment — between who you are, how you show up, and how you read the moment — and how that quietly changes your confidence, relationships, and opportun...

2026 can be the year where you change your life. In this episode, I will help you do that. 36 minutes of tools, tips, and lessons that will make your 2026 your best year yet. These lessons include: how to change the mood of a conversation by knowing a topic shifting tool, how to add levity to moments where it's needed most, how to ask a well-timed question that will make you remembered, and w...

I'm back!  In this episode we're talking about something that doesn't get enough press: SOLITUDE. I think it's a gateway to conversation that needs to be practiced, especially nowadays! If you listen to this, take 2 minutes of tech-free solitude as a thank you to yourself.  Subscribe to the talk to people podcast youtube if you like to watch video: https://www.youtube.com/@Talk...

EXPECTATIONS vs REALITY: work trips. Yay! A vacation! Oh wait - I'm alone, with flight delays, rental cars that smell like ketchup, and strange grocery stores? Yes! Welcome to the commute.  You can email me at talktopeoplepodcast@gmail.com An easy way to send me a message? Click the link here. Support the show Have you enjoyed the podcast? If so, follow it, rate it, and share it with three pe...

We've all been there before - wishing we spent our time differently. Maybe we fell short of something and we knew that the reason why is because we mismanaged our time. Here are 3 time management ideas that I think you can take to the bank and cash it in - similar to the MEGA MILLIONS.  got any other suggestions that work? Comment below or email me at talktopeoplepodcast@gmail.com An easy way...

This episode is for anyone who is struggling with how they're using AI for their creative hobbies. It's one thing to outsource washing the dishes to the Maytag Dishwasher. It's another thing to outsource what I talk about on this podcast to ChatGPT.  AI has been giving me a run for my money and my creativity. I am no longer using it for this podcast. You can email me at talktopeople...

Have I told you about my full-time job? For the past six months I've been meeting with small business owners and entrepreneurs as a small business advisor. It has been perfect for me - I get to talk to people every day, I get to learn more about small business, and I'm meeting people all throughout my community. From this experience, paired with my few years as a small business owner, I...

The swirly whirly world of turning 30 after a decade long adventure of the school of hard knocks 20's. In my twenties I got my first speeding ticket, I learned how to burgers with oats in them, and I climbed a mountain in New Mexico.  There's a lot on my mind before I turn 30 - and there's a lot to look back on in my twenties. ENJOY! Email me at talktopeoplepodcast@gmail.com Read my...

Nike’s 10 Principles are more than business rules—they’re a mindset. In this episode, Chris breaks down how these principles can help you build stronger relationships, take action in your life, and improve the way you connect with others. Whether it’s about showing up fully, embracing risk, or mastering the fundamentals, these lessons can be applied to your personal and social life—helping you gro...

In today's episode - we get a few things:  my Patrick Mahomes impression the debrief of why post-game interviews matter how to become more confident in yourself to talk to people at a church how to start conversations at work is there a difference between being socially anxious and introverted? can introverts be extraverts? An easy way to send me a message? Click the link here. Support the sh...

We share our lessons from 2024, from challenges like navigating Sunny's health and personal loss to celebrating career milestones and family joy. We also talk goals and dreams for 2025, offering insights into how they stay connected, resilient, and hopeful. Don’t miss some authentic reflections and tips for making 2025 your best year yet! An easy way to send me a message? Click the link here....

Asking for help can feel awkward, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, we dive into the psychology and communication strategies that make asking for help easier and more effective. Whether you’re reaching out to a friend, coworker, or someone you admire, these tips will help you overcome the fear of being a burden and get the support you need. An easy way to send me a message? Click the link h...

No more avoiding talking about politics. Here's a framework you can use to talk to your friends about politics and still keep them as friends. No blowups, no ghosting, no shutting down. Life is too rich to avoid talking about some of the most important topics we deal with.  I mentioned two books:  1. Difficult Conversations by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila Heen 2. Supercommunicators...

Have you ever been speechless - standing there with zero clue what to say? Thinking, "I really wish there was a cheatsheet I could use in this moment." Well, in this episode, I'm introducing you to a new tool called the Communication Equation.  My guest is Doug Taylor, a communication consultant and the author of the Communication Equation newsletter. Doug has developed a framework...