The Power Table with Taylor Smith

What if the missing piece in your business growth isn’t another marketing tactic… but your energy? In this episode, I’m joined by Relle Dixon — keynote speaker, wellness strategist, and founder of Be Well with Relle — for a conversation every high-achieving woman needs to hear. Inside this episode, we talk about why your body is your business strategy. Relle breaks down why you can’t burn a busine...

What if AI didn’t just help your business… but helped you prioritize your family? In today’s episode, I’m joined by April Wilhelm , marketing strategist, operations expert, and founder of April Wilhelm Consulting — and this conversation goes far beyond productivity hacks. April shares her deeply personal story of how the growing demands of entrepreneurship were quietly pulling her away from her fa...

Goodbye attention economy, hello trust economy. In this episode, Taylor sits down with guest expert Lyndsey Akers , public relations powerhouse and strategic advisor to founders and executives building influence at scale. With over 15 years of experience across Capitol Hill, corporate communications, and national nonprofit leadership, Lyndsey breaks down how earned media, PR, and third-party credi...

What if using urgency in your marketing didn’t have to feel manipulative or inauthentic? In this episode, Taylor sits down with messaging strategist Chelsea Quint (aka The Business Whisperer) to unpack the four urgency levers that actually drive sales — even for evergreen offers with no hard deadlines or expiring bonuses. Chelsea breaks down how to use scarcity, incentives, desire-based urgency, a...

The ROI of events is in your follow up! In this episode of the Power Table podcast, Taylor discusses the importance of following up after networking events to build meaningful relationships. She shares practical strategies for maintaining connections, such as using social media for follow-ups, inviting contacts to virtual coffee chats, and being intentional about relationship-building efforts. Tay...

Taylor shares her most effective in-person networking strategies, including some not so popular but highly effective tips on WHO to approach in the room (and it's not who you think). From wearing bright colors to starting conversations with compliments, Taylor provides actionable advice to help listeners navigate networking events successfully. She also discusses the significance of asking en...

There's winning an award; then there's maximizing your visibility from it. Are you leveraging your awards properly? In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith discusses the importance of leveraging awards and recognition in business. She shares strategies for maximizing visibility and credibility through storytelling, positioning, and creating omnipresence. Taylor emph...

In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith discusses the newly launched Power Table 100 Awards, emphasizing the unique approach taken to create a recognition program that values integrity, visibility, and the true impact of women in business. Taylor outlines the reasons behind rejecting traditional award structures, such as popularity contests and pay-to-play models, and highlig...

In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith discusses the significance of applying for awards as a strategic visibility tool for women entrepreneurs. She emphasizes that awards are not merely for ego but serve to position women in their industries, build authority, and close the recognition gap that often leaves women underrepresented. Taylor introduces The Power Table 100 Award,...

In this episode, host Taylor Smith and special guest Kristina Bartold share their insights from PodFest, discussing key takeaways on podcasting, AI, SEO, community building, and monetization strategies. They emphasize the importance of credibility, networking, and consistency in achieving podcast success, while also exploring innovative growth techniques and the role of analytics in understanding...

Start with the end and work backwards— and create your 2026 visibility strategy in just 15 minutes. In this episode of The Power Table Podcast , Taylor unpacks how to stop spinning your wheels with random content and start getting strategic with what actually moves the needle: your offers. Instead of guessing what to post, we’re building your visibility around what you’re selling . You’ll learn ho...

NOW is a great time to build out your expert topics for speaking on stages, being a podcast guest, or teaching guest workshops in communities, masterminds, and virtual summits so you can go into 2026 with clarity. In this episode of the Power Table podcast, Taylor discusses how to effectively prepare for speaking engagements in 2026 during the slower holiday season. She emphasizes the importance o...

The end of the year is the PERFECT time to follow up with people in your network, collect testimonials from past clients, and nurture relationships with people already in your network in just 10-15 minutes a day with these easy strategies and ideas. In this episode, Taylor emphasizes the importance of nurturing relationships during the holiday season to fuel business growth. She discusses how oppo...

Grab your hot cocoa and cozy up on the sofa with your laptop and lay the foundations for a successful New Year with these easy project ideas for your business that will help you with planning, client retention, social proof, content creation, and building your personal brand! Pick one or all of the ideas shared in this episode on what to do during the holidays or in any slower season of your busin...

2025 was my biggest year yet for both The Power Table community and for my personal brand. In this episode, I share the 8 questions I use at the end of every year to help me make big shifts and jumps forward. And I pull back the curtain to share what worked and what didn't in 2025 for The Power Table to help you refine and plan out your 2026 visibility and marketing plan. In this episode, Tay...

Know everything you *should* do for visibility and your personal brand but something's holding you back? This episode is for you. In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Kelly Pender, a neuroscience manifestation coach, explore the invisible barriers that ambitious entrepreneurs face. They discuss the importance of understanding the subconscious mind, identity...

Events are expensive, whether they're in person or online. In this episode, I share how to make a decision about the ROI of events so you can make the best decision for your time and your money. Taylor discusses the importance of reframing financial decisions related to attending events and investing in oneself. She emphasizes that the biggest opportunities often come from inconvenient situat...

SPICYYY - Speaking has made me a better event host and being an event host has made me a better speaker. I've seen the good and the bad from both sides, and in this episode I share some hot takes about speakers that most people won't tell you to help you land more speaking gigs and fully understand the speaker selection process, plus some of my non-negotiables personally as a speaker! In...

The mindset shift I made from to shift from "Am I ready?" to "How can I serve others?" helped me ditch the imposter syndrome, walk into rooms I didn't feel ready for, and land some incredible opportunities. In this episode, Taylor Smith discusses the concept of readiness in business and personal growth. She emphasizes that feeling ready is often a misconception and that tr...

Not every room is right for YOU - even if the content is cute and it's giving you FOMO. In this episode, I share how I evaluate which events I should attend and how to tie them to my business and marketing goals. MORE: SAVE the date for our 2026 conference, The Power Table LIVE! It's April 22-23, 2026 in Destin, Florida. Get on the waitlist for attending here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://taylor-renee-co...

The right events can actually save time by providing valuable connections and collaborations that would take much, much longer to achieve online. Taylor encourages listeners to rethink their approach to time management and consider the benefits of in-person interactions for business growth. MORE: SAVE the date for our 2026 conference, The Power Table LIVE! It's April 22-23, 2026 in Destin, Fl...

In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith reflects on a recent mastermind weekend focused on visibility strategies for 2026. She emphasizes the importance of aligning visibility efforts with business goals, the necessity of exposure for growth, and the dual role of visibility as both a marketing tool and a leadership opportunity. Taylor encourages listeners to model the leaders...

In this episode, Taylor Smith shares insights into the Power Table Live conference, detailing what the event seeks in speakers for 2026. She emphasizes the importance of strategy and collaboration, the emotional journey of building the conference, and the unique aspects that set it apart from other events. Taylor outlines the types of speaking opportunities available, the selection process, and th...

SOLD OUT launches with a tiny audience? No problem. In this fireside chat, Taylor & Power Table Mastermind Member Steph Rubio swap strategies and personal brand tips for launching any kind of group coaching, membership, or group program that helped Steph sell out her very first mastermind cohort! In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Steph Rubio discuss the in...

In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Koco Gunn, a public speaking coach, discuss the art of impactful speaking. They explore common mistakes speakers make, the importance of presence and connection, and the role of storytelling in engaging audiences. Koco shares her journey to becoming a voice architect and offers practical tips for effective rehearsals and audie...