PowerSpeaking Podcast

In this episode we’ll explore how to manage question-and-answer sessions like a pro and deal effectively with challenging audience members. Panelists include: Sharon Black: President of Strategic Accounts, Robert Half Dan Molloy:  Communications Manager, Concussion Legacy Foundation and Amy Furber: Master Facilitator and Coach, PowerSpeaking Robert Half Insights: https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/i...

In this episode PowerSpeaking, inc. CEO Carrie Beckstrom and panelists explore how communication plays a vital role in responding to crises, adapting to disruptive change, and enabling employees to thrive through the challenges. Panelists Include: Curtis Kellogg: Strategic Communications Professional Staci Slaughter: Business and Strategic Communications Advisor

Join us for a fireside chat between Matt Abrahams (author, “Think Faster, Talk Smarter”) and CEO Carrie Beckstrom. You’ll learn proven strategies to communicate like a pro when you’re on the spot in meetings, in front of an audience, and more. Panelists Include: Matt Abrahams: Lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter.”

Do you create an environment for your team that sparks creativity and innovation? Do they feel free to experiment—and yes—fail? Do you know how to walk the fine line of giving needed direction yet letting them spread their wings? Join us for a lively, enlightening discussion about communication strategies that spark and support creativity among teams. Panelists Include: Dawn Bryan: Senior Vice Pre...

What you say and do in the first minute (sometimes seconds!) of a presentation or talk will either engage or disengage your audience. Do you know how to craft an opening that resonates and makes people want to hear what comes next? In this Live! conversation we’ll talk about how to create and deliver memorable openings that help you make a greater impact. Panelists Include: Josh Marx: Senior Progr...

In this episode, we’ll explore the powerful benefits of one-on-one presentation and speaker coaching, and how you can make the most of them. Panelists Include: Chris Brannen: Master Facilitator and Coach at PowerSpeaking Ralf Wolter: Master Facilitator and Coach at PowerSpeaking Nicole Wajer: Technical Solutions Architect at Cisco

Is it time to take your job interviewing skills to the next level? Whether you’re looking to move to another company or be promoted from within, this month’s Live! conversation is for you. PowerSpeaking CEO Carrie Beckstrom will be joined by expert panelists to share insights and tips to help you better prepare for and ace your next job interview. Panelists Include: Pamela Skillings: Co-founder an...

The best technical presenters know that to have an impact, they need to be clear, compelling, and focused on the business case for their data—not just the data itself. Join us for an expert panel discussion on how to ensure you connect with and persuade people—whether you’re pitching a new product design, driving a complex project to completion, or lobbying for a bigger research budget. Panelists...

In this episode, we’ll explore how the best leaders communicate across and outside the organization to build trust, inform, and inspire. Panelists include: Mary Olesky: Associate Director, Strategy and Curricular Support, Stanford Graduate School of Business Dan Albaum: Marketing Leader, Market Impact Mano Cheema: former Head of Architecture, AstraZeneca

In this episode, we discuss insights and practical tips to deliver a winning presentation to time-pressed executives. Panelists include: Brent Kedzierski Chief Learning Officer, HumanWRKS Anshu Arora, PowerSpeaking Master Facilitators and Coach David Binder, PowerSpeaking Master Facilitators and Coach Payal Gandhi Hoon,  PowerSpeaking Master Facilitators and Coach 

In this episode, we’ll discuss how you can make the journey from fearful to courageous public speaking and presenting. Panelists Include: Liane Davey: 3COze, Inc. Co-founder and Principal Mitesh Kapadia: PowerSpeaking  Master Facilitator and Coach Janell Payne: PowerSpeaking  Master Facilitator and Coach

In this episode, we’ll discuss how to become a more confident, engaging, and memorable conference speaker. Panelists include: Rebecca Mackenzie: Global Director, Product Marketing for Salesforce Bonny Shapira: Corporate Events Planner for Cisco

In this episode, we’ll discuss how becoming a more powerful communicator can help you make a difference at work, in your community, or for a cause. Panelists include: Geoffrey Kasangaki: Uganda Country Director, Asante Africa Foundation asanteafrica.org Christa Gannon: Coach, Consultant, and Founder, Fresh Lifelines for Youth flyprogram.org Kevin Yates: Owner, L&D Detective, and Nonprofit Foun...

In this episode, we’ll discuss powerful communication strategies for women in tech & science to help you make your voice heard, your message clear, and your impact strong. Panelists include: Neema Uthappa: Head of Engineering for Cloud Data Analytics & AI, McKinsey & Company Sarah Palmer: Director of Business Development EMEA with PowerSpeaking Karen McDonagh: Transformation Director &...

In this episode, we’ll discuss the power of good storytelling to help you make a greater impact at work—and in your community. Panelists include: Isabel Walker: Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Mark Fleischer:  Founder and Executive Director of Storyboard Memphis Paul van der Lingen: Director, Cloud Solutions Architects Office of the CTO at Netapp

In this episode, we’ll discuss the challenges of and best-practice solutions for this brave new world of hybrid communication in our workplaces and communities. Panelists include: Jenny DeVaughn: VP, Transformation Communications at ADP Amy Furber: Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Amy Riley: Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode we talk about "Lessons From The Stage: What Speakers Can Learn From Actors" The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you improve your speaking and presentation skills. Panelists include: Donnie Hill: Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Brian Moore: Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Lisa Rothman:  Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSp...

In this episode we talk about "Building Your Personal Brand." The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you build your personal brand. Panelists include: Kristin Lincoln: CEO, LiveWire Amy Powell: VP Leader Development, The Marcus Buckingham Company Morgan A. Wider: Founder, Wider Style Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode we talk about "C-Suite Communication Matters." The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you become a stronger communicator. Panelists include: Andrew Blotky, Founder, Azure Leadership Group Brad Whitworth, Senior Advisor, Strategic Services, Haiilo Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode we talk about cross-cultural communication. The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you become a more inclusive communicator. Panelists include: Rajani Shailender: VP of Sales, Tech Mahindra Elizabeth Bachman : Principal, Strategic Speaking for Results Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode we talk about the power of best-practice communication before, during, and after a major change. Panelists include: Sandia Ren: Chief Transformation Officer, Vitech Systems Group Mary Schafer : VP, Strategic Advisory Services, ADP Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode, we discuss the power of storytelling. Good storytelling is good for business. But not everyone knows how to tell a tale that drives a project or a proposal forward. Panelists include: Jon Billett: Salesforce Storyteller SE: EMEA Bei Wang: Media & Communication Consultant Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode, we discuss how to secure & nail a TEDx talk and enhance your day-to-day communication and presentation skills. Panelists include: Payal Gandhi Hoon: Master Facilitator, TEDx Speaker, and Coach Reci Schmellick: Master Facilitator and TEDx Coach Rachel Lindbergh: Space Policy Analyst, IDA Science and Technology Policy Institute Carrie Beckstrom: CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode we discuss re-entering the world of industry conferences, whether you're a keynote speaker, a panelist, or an attendee. Panelist include: Cindy Solomon : CEO, Courageous Leadership Institute Sarah Palmer : Director of Business Development, EMEA, PowerSpeaking, Inc. Joao Vasconcelos : Senior Content Producer, Ascend Global Media Carrie Beckstrom, CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.

In this episode we cover how sponsors are different from mentors, how they can benefit you, how to earn them, and much more. Panelists include:   Brent Bloom - Brent Bloom Consulting, LLC and PowerSpeaking, Inc. Board Member Gillian Fox - Program Lead and Managing Director, Gillian Fox Group