Gigi Presents

The moment Dr. Kelly showed me his University of Portland business card, I knew my listeners had to meet him too. Join our conversation and discover how the lowly business card can help you remember what to say when you’re introducing yourself. We also learn what not to do if you ever get to meet Former President Obama. Dr. Kelly is a speaker who brings joy, presence and calm to the stage by using...

Come learn from this powerhouse mother-daughter duo:   Rielle Creighton, anchor at Fox 12 News, and   Trina Creighton, retired professor of performance broadcasting and broadcast journalist of 30 years. The on-camera pros reveal what they think about when looking into the camera and what they say to themselves before the cameras roll. We talked about how to truly connect, use a teleprompter withou...

How do comedians keep their cool when they hear the host say “You’re Up Next!”? Why is honesty the fastest way to find comedy? How do you recover when the joke doesn’t land? How do comedians memorize their material and then deliver it like they’re just chatting with a friend?   In the latest episode of “Gigi Presents” meet Gary Simons, who is now a regular at New York City’s Comedy Cellar. He has...

Your sense of calm is the most important quality you can bring to your next speaking gig. And it’s a quality your audience needs now more than ever. But how do you show up relaxed when you're freaking out as much as the audience? That's what the latest episode of Gigi Presents is all about. In this episode, you have Gigi all to yourself for a sneak peek into the book she’s writing. She tea...

Many of my clients think they have "imposter syndrome" — a nagging feeling that they're not enough. Not enough of an expert or a—fill in the blank—and maybe they never will be. Do you think you might have imposter syndrome? Well, think again, and listen or watch this latest episode of “Gigi Presents” with Shari Dunn, CEO, speaker, attorney, journalist and most recently author of the...

How do you show up as your big self on the stage when you’re a shy person? And then, how do you keep that audience engaged even online? These are just two of the topics we touch on in  the latest episode of “Gigi Presents” featuring Dr. Amy Climer. Gigi has used Amy’s “Climer Cards” to enliven workshops for years and Amy demos these colorful, hand-painted cards and how to use them to foster more c...

You know that feeling of “All Eyes on You”? It goes by many names: performance anxiety, stage fright and butterflies in your stomach, to name a few. Join this conversation with Gigi and author and illustrator Susi Schaefer whose book “All Eyes on You” is not only gorgeously-illustrated but a wonderful primer for people of all ages who suffer from frozen legs, shallow breaths or sweaty palms when t...

How do you pitch your big idea to the world? Especially if it’s an “impossible idea” that has lots of skeptics and hecklers? Take a lesson from VC investor, philanthropist and political strategist Bradley Tusk in this lively conversation that covers: how to craft a pitch, what language grabs an audience, and why to avoid using big words. Bradley reveals the qualities that make a pitch irresistible...

You’re about to take the stage and your palms are sweaty, your mouth is dry and your heart is beating in your ears. In these high anxiety public speaking situations, how can you calm your nerves and quell your public speaking anxiety? Today’s guest Deb Dana teaches you how to befriend your nervous system so you can understand what’s going on in those moments and find calm in a sea of nerves. Deb D...

Does speaking off the cuff in a Q&A session give you the jitters? It can feel scary to open for questions when you’re not sure what people will ask. In this episode, you’ll learn Gigi’s secrets for “preparing for spontaneity” — because that’s what a great Q&A requires. Join her for “Q&A Best Practices: How to Lead a Question and Answer Session” and learn how to not lose control of the...

Years ago, when Linda Cohen launched a speaking career on the topic of Kindness, nobody thought it would fly. Flash forward, she’s now known as the “kindness catalyst,” and has created a successful business as a professional speaker and consultant focusing on the ROI of Kindness. Linda’s superpower is her ability to share personal stories from the stage. Join Gigi as she interviews Cohen about how...

Everyone is born with presence yet many of us diminish our presence when under the stress of public speaking. Join Gigi in conversation with the world's expert in voice and speech, Patsy Rodenburg. We delve into topics far and wide including how to: Rediscover your Presence Learn Shakespeare’s Public Speaking Tips Calm Pre-show Stagefright in 5 minutes Use the Public Speaker’s Daily Warm-up Ex...

Wouldn't it be great if you could carry confidence in your pocket? It might quell the dry mouth, sweaty palms and racing heart which can all be signs of "Glossophobia" — otherwise known as public speaking anxiety. Tune in and learn 10 tips in less than 10 minutes for calming your nerves before you speak. Get a sneak peek at Gigi Rosenberg's interview in the current issue of Preve...

Seth Barrish has directed Netflix comedy specials, acted in major movies and TV shows and co-founded one of NYC’s most exciting theatre companies, the Barrow Group. He also coached Gigi when she wrote and performed her one-person show for NYC’s United Solo Theatre Festival. Join Gigi for this conversation with Seth about how to foster a performance that feels real, not fake or forced. Seth reveals...

Terri Trespicio’s TEDx talk from 2016 is nearing 8 million views. If you want the story behind this award-winning writer/speaker’s explosive following and learn how Terri keeps her cool on big stages, listen or watch. Her TEDx became her recent book, Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You . In this episode we dive into two chapters with tips that can be applied to nervous...

When you sit in the audience at one of Dave Lupinsky’s presentations, you feel like he’s talking to you at his kitchen table. If you’d like to develop this easy, friendly style take a listen or peek. You’ll also discover how being an athlete, especially a wrestler and a gymnast, helps Dave rehearse his presentations.  And why every speaker needs a “foam pit” when you practice your talk.

Miriam Schulman can chit chat with anyone. Find out how this introvert networks like a superstar. If you’re wanting to feel less anxious at the next networking event, conference or sales booth, take a listen or watch. We also take a deep dive into her latest book Artpreneur: The Step by Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living From Your Creativity and her tips on how to work a crowd full of stran...