The Speak to Scale Podcast

Are you someone who is really itching to step into your role as a leader or educator in the industry? Or are you someone who is wanting to start speaking or hosting events? What fears are holding you back? Most people are afraid because in their minds, they are thinking this is a big leap from A to Z. But I am here to shatter that thought and get you thinking from step A to B or maybe A to C. I've...

You've taken the time to craft your perfect presentation and now you're not sure how to feel confident presenting it. Should you memorize it? Use flash cards? Wing it? What's the best way to practice and prep your talk? There's no one "right" answer to that. We all absorb and retain information in our own way. In this episode, I want to share what has worked best for myself and my clients to pract...

The world of Instagram is always changing and evolving. But it is in the favor of Creative Speakers! We just need to know how to use it to build our business, audience reach, and speaker credibility in the best way, which is why I have brought my friend, Tyler McCall on for this episode. Tyler is passionate about helping entrepreneurs use Instagram in a more intentional and genuine way so they can...

If you happen to be a creative speaker who's been wanting to put themselves out there more, this episode is for you! Over the last decade, I have had my fair share of media experience from local to national to international. And I know I rarely talk about it, but I really want to pull back the curtain and let you in, because it has made such a huge impact on my speaking journey! Don't get me wrong...

Have you ever felt like you needed to say yes to everything or you're afraid of missing out on an event or an opportunity because it seemed like everyone else was going to it or doing that thing? This episode is for you! We're talking all about the value of niching down your events and even saying no sometimes. Katie Hunt is joining us to give her expertise in this area. She is a speaker and a con...

Slide decks are important as you build your presentation, as they will complement what you are speaking on. They can be created on various types of platforms, but should be cohesive with your branding style and social media platforms. You want your audience to experience who you are even in your slide decks! So, what are slide decks? How can you use them to benefit your presentation? What are some...

So if you haven't noticed, there is a massive trend in our industry to become an educator. And while I am a big believer in this trend, I also believe in making sure that as creatives, we do it in the right way. I want to help you add education without it confusing your audience or being a big distraction from the incredible work that you already do! The last thing we should be doing is adding som...

One of the questions I get asked a lot is how I pick out what I wear for speaking engagements. Admittedly, I feel like I have zero fashion sense. I am home all day in sweatpants a t-shirt so I don't know who I am to be giving you some fashion advice! But I have been speaking for a long time and can help guide you in what outfit choices have worked best for me and the things I have learned along th...

I have a love-hate relationship with video if I am being honest. It isn't my personal strength, but I truly do believe that using video as a Creative Speaker makes us better speakers. And since film and video aren't my forte, I brought in an amazing powerhouse duo to share their wisdom! Tyler and Ashley Herrinton are storytellers at their core and they love telling a story through video. From film...

There are so many resources out there for Creative Speakers that it can feel overwhelming sometimes! Today I want to break down every single must-have resource that I use for my speaking business as a creative entrepreneur in hopes of helping you along your own speaking journey. And I am sharing about all the things ... from the software, the workflows, the techie gadgets, and items that I pack wi...

Welcome back to another Q&A session on The Creative Speaker podcast! I love sitting down to answer some of the most frequently asked questions I see come across from social media platforms. In today's episode, I will be discussing how I handle my nerves before speaking, if being an introvert affects my speaking ability, why I have purple hair and I will be telling you all about my dogs. This is go...

Are you wanting to speak at creative conferences, but need a little more insight as to what conference organizers are looking for? If you said yes, then this is a great episode for you! It's also  a great episode for those who are planning on hosting your own events or conferences. So whether you're thinking about attending a conference as an attendee or as a speaker or you are thinking about host...

In this episode, I have compiled the most common mistakes that creative speakers make to help YOU avoid these traps. From selecting the wrong topic to not setting enough time aside to prepare your presentation and more, I hope to bring light to these common mistakes. If you've been guilty of making some of these mistakes in the past, don't worry my friend. This is the perfect opportunity for you t...

We have a lot about big conferences on the podcast, but today I want to chat about intimate retreats. If you are somebody who has been attending larger conferences and you're feeling like maybe it's just not the best fit for you, maybe you're craving something a little more hands-on and a little more intimate, we're digging into that today! Bonnie Bakhtiari of B is for Bonnie Design is bringing a...

My story isn't an easy one to tell or hear, but it brought me to where I am today. I don't want you to listen to this episode and think that I have arrived or that I am ahead of you in my journey … I am still in the trenches friend. I want to walk alongside you and remind you that your story can make an impact. Don't get stuck in the cycle of letting your story hold you captive. You are the author...

Video is all the rage right now and organizers are looking to video content to get a better understanding of how you actually perform from the stage. Whether you are just starting to build that credibility as a speaker and you want to start showcasing your expertise in a more approachable way or you're a speaker who has tons of video content and you're not sure how to repurpose and leverage this t...

I believe all of us have the same opportunities to reach our audience from the stage. However, not all of us know how to bundle up our business into a cohesive speaking platform. I'm tired of watching incredible business owners halting their own speaking success because they feel trapped in the cycle of "I need experience in order to be selected to speak. But in order to gain experience, I need to...

As speakers we are storytellers. And we have the ability to communicate our story however we want it to be perceived. People will judge our story whether we share it or not. That is out of out control! But if our focus is in the right place and our heart is supported with the right intentions, then we can share our story confidently and bravely. You can choose to be either a celebrity or a leader...

There will always be criticism. Always. No matter what you do. You can't and won't please everyone. You're not supposed to. There are specific people that you have been called to serve and it's your job to show up and serve them, not try to figure out how to tailor your message to appease others. As a speaker, you will face criticism for many things; your style of speaking, your presentation mater...

Today's episode is a little more meaty than usual! We're getting down to some technical, nitty-gritty details to help you make the most out of your speaker agreement. Maybe you're a speaker who's starting to get on the stage and you're worried about what to include in your speaker contract. Do you even need one? What's the point? Or maybe you're a host who's bringing speakers into serve at your ev...

I thought it would be fun to switch things up a bit and do a Q&A in today's episode! I love that you guys ask me questions all the time + what better place to answer them than in an episode. Get to know me a bit more as I answer questions about my college education, my favorite events to speak at, and hear all about why I wrote a book. I hope you enjoy this episode! Do you want to book more speaki...

So you're a great writer who has no fear putting your words on paper, but are terrified to take those words to a stage. And no matter how good you are at your craft, there can be something really intimidating about stepping into that educator role, jumping onto a stage and teaching others how to do what you do. In this episode, we are really getting into how to go from writing to speaking. Ashlyn...

When somebody asks us to be a part of something, we are so honored and excited and cannot believe they chose us! Then in that moment, the only answer that wants to come out of our mouth is "yes". However, we need to slow down, ask some questions, do a little math, and make a wise decision before we hit that email with capital letters, YES, and a million exclamation points. Making decisions based o...

Are you somebody who's thinking about hosting your very first conference, workshop or maybe even a half day intensive? Then this episode is for you! Experienced conference-host, Lucretia Williams, is here to share tons of golden nuggets for us around hosting your first conference. Lucretia Williams is the owner of the Distinct Event Planning, a wedding/event planning and design firm in Columbus, O...

You landed a speaking opportunity and you're super nervous. You're not scared of speaking, you already got that in the bag! You're freaking out because they told you there will be Q&A after your presentation and you're nervous about navigating that. On today's episode, we're diving into my best practices for helping you rock your Q&A session! Do you want to book more speaking engagements and have...