Communication, Connection, Community: The Podcasters' Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever noticed that the attitudes and communication styles of CEO's is different from most other individuals? It's not by accident. And most likely those same driven CEO's have been through the struggles and challenges that you have been through...or are going through! The concepts today's guest will be sharing apply not only to business, but also to the...

Send us Fan Mail Quite often people will joke about having a magnetic personality. Well it truly is a thing. We all have it. And it can serve us as much as it can harm us. Why is this important to your speaking?  At the end of the day, when we speak we want to not only win over our audience, we also want to influence in a positive way...and not just by chance. Not just once, consistently, every ti...

Send us Fan Mail When speaking a lot of things matter:  Words, stage presence, gestures, body language, facial expressions and of course voice. One thing that's often overlooked by speakers and those who train speakers is energy, and how that energy can adversely affect the outcome of your talk. On today's show, Carl is joined by a fellow speaker trainer who reaches deep into that energy...

Send us Fan Mail It's our 100th Episode!  Thanks for all of your support along the way! For this celebration, we follow up with a guest we met and chatted with last year...and get the update on his revolutionary audio platform! Where do you go when you want to see a video tutorial on how to bake a cake? YouTube! Where do you go to check out the latest video of your favourite band? If you said...

Send us Fan Mail We've heard the expression that when you fail, fail forward.  For today's guest his belief is the word FAIL means For All I've Learned.  And in 49 years he's learned A LOT...and he's here to unbundle it with you to help drive your business and your speaking to higher levels.  Robert Butwin grew up in a family of successful business people and self-made mil...

Send us Fan Mail Difficult conversations are, well?...difficult!  Whether they are conversations you're having with family, friends, colleagues, employees, OR even talks you give on stage (virtual and physical).  What's the best way to go about having those difficult conversations? Today's guest has years of experience and shares her insights...and some success stories that stemmed...

Send us Fan Mail We've all had to face some sort of adversity to get to where we are. Whether it's a stage or a podcast, it's a journey...and everyone's road is different. Today's guest is no exception. His journey has been the focus of podcasts,  talks on various stages as well as courses he's created. He's about to launch his book, and today Lance Essihos share...

Send us Fan Mail Speaking and stories go together link hand in glove. What is the story you're telling?  Are you pushing the envelope?  Are you telling the story that brings out your authentic self? Carl's guest today shares experiences that some speakers would shy away from...and it's massively impacted her business and her life! Vasavi Kumar is the outspoken host of the Say It Out...

Send us Fan Mail The quickest, most effective way to grow your business, brand and elevate your credibility is to speak. Whether that be on stage, on podcasts, or in networking meetings, folks connect more with you when you share your message with them.  For a lot of business professionals, the fear of speaking or stage fright keeps them stuck...in some cases, paralyzing them from achieving their...

Send us Fan Mail In my career as a broadcaster, podcaster and speaker I've been blessed with the opportunity to have some amazing conversations with some very skilled and worldly individuals. They've all shared their stories, their passions, and how they're making changes to leave behind a legacy. Today's guest is no exception.  Eddie Rice has been speaking and helping people w...

Send us Fan Mail So excited about this special crossover episode with Katherine Burrows to give you a sneak peek about the FREE collaborative workshop we're offering Tuesday, May 10, 2022, from noon to 1:30 pm eastern time! Register here: https://e.sparxo.com/5-Myths-To-PodcastBook-Launch Please reach out to either of us if you have any questions. Our contact info is below. CARL RICHARDS, POD...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to really own the platform?  Is it having a seamless talk, a compelling offer, a heartfelt story?  Sure, all of those things definitely help you win over your audience and measure your success. However without confidence, you'll most likely falter somewhere along the way...even IF you have the compelling (no brainer) offer, the kick ass talk and the 'tu...

Send us Fan Mail Stepping into the role as a  professional speaker is a fun process...yet comes with its own set of challenges. You have to learn how to speak to your audience, have stage presence, SELL your products and services. Put on that the stresses of everyday life that sometimes creep into our talks through energy. So how do we navigate that, especially if we're the 'Super Mom&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Your message and your story can move people to action.  However, your message can also leave people in a place of inaction. How you frame that message and that story makes all the difference, to you and your audience. Today's guest has a story, inspires others through her message, and also through her coaching.  Big thing:  She can tell her story as a 'survivor' as...

Send us Fan Mail We spend a lot of time living online these days. Making connections with people mostly happens in a virtual world. So how do you grow your business online without breaking the bank on expensive ads or funnels? What are you doing to get in front of more of your ideal client simply? Carl's guest today has done it more than once, using a variety tools. Surprise, surprise: one of...

Send us Fan Mail I made a BIG mistake! How big? Well, let's just say this one could have cost me my reputation as well as my overall business.  I know, you're intrigued. What could I have done that was much of a misstep, it could have had an adverse affect on my operation? Authenticity is a word that gets tossed around A LOT these days. Here's the thing:  If you are using someone el...

Send us Fan Mail Whether your business is one that provides a product or service, there's always some sort of sales component attached.  Are you in the right headspace to ask for the sale? Today's guest has spent years working with coaches, consultants and sales professionals on messaging and mindset to drive higher sales! Paul Ross is an author, speaker, trainer, Master Hypnotist, and M...

Send us Fan Mail As a transformation catalyst, Heather Di Santo helps initiate change for anyone feeling stuck and needs help to bridge their resistance gap so they feel motivated to take action.  She delivers out-of-the-box experiences that facilitate growth, perspective, and fun through DiSH Events;  Dynamically Integrated Self-Healing Events for professionals, organizations and individuals. Con...

Send us Fan Mail We hear the word authenticity used a lot. Show others who you truly are, be yourself. Don't disguise who you are in a shroud of mystery.  So when it comes to authenticity, what does it take to become an authentic warrior...and how can you use your voice as such?  Carl's guest today shares her story about her own journey through authenticity.  Midlife Expert Della Waddell...

Send us Fan Mail YES! You can make money from speaking. A lot of money! You can also lose money from speaking...a lot of money! That's not where most speakers want to be. Most speakers, whether they be coaches, consultants or other business professionals, don't plan to fail. Sometimes it happens. Today's guest explains how to stay out of the red while ramping up profits!  About Just...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to really stand in your power? Having a voice means 'speaking up and speaking out.' Carl's guest today shares her story, her journey, and how she's empowering others to change their lives through speaking up, and speaking out! Marieke van Asten,  is the founder of the Breadfruit House of Dominica .  She's a published author,  passionate b...

Send us Fan Mail We're taught how to talk. We're taught how to present and speak to others. We're even taught how to listen. Are we really taught how to learn so we can become better communicators?  Carl's guest today uncovers this in detail and gives real solutions to drive success in communication! Global business educator and author Catherine Mattiske is founder of TPC — The...

Send us Fan Mail Natalie Clack is a business entrepreneur and has spent her career in strategic marketing consulting, sales support, legal and administrative management working within theCorporate and small business sectors.  Her personal life journey, relationship, and two separate single parenting experiences has led her to focus her attention on mastering self-help tools, conscious parenting te...

Send us Fan Mail It's the kick off to Season Four!  This season we head back to our roots and dive deep into speaking and communication. We've all heard the expression 'accentuate the positive.' How often do we really do it? Not just in our every day lives but in business?  It's crucial.  Todays' guest share how positivity in business is not only driving the team, but...

Send us Fan Mail It's the wrap up to Season Three of The Speaking of Speaking Podcast. How has this past year, been for you? What are you reflecting on, and how are you moving forward? Carl Richards reflects on 2021, the past Season of Speaking of Speaking, and lays out the 'predictions' for 2022!  There's no remorse in how this year played out...it is what it is!  Time to move...