The Stage Whisperer

Why I Almost Gave Up on Speaking for Myself (And What Finally Changed) Ever feel like you have all the credentials to be a speaker, but can't seem to land consistent stages? You're not alone. In this episode, Aurora shares how she spent years successfully placing clients on major industry stages (with a 75%+ proposal acceptance rate) while quietly struggling to book herself. The missing piece wasn...

How much content should you share from the stage? Aurora discusses the importance of serving your audience in a spirit of generosity so they experience empowerment and transformation. Sincere, authentic generosity can create meaningful and impactful experiences for their audience that will lead to deeper engagement and future opportunities. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us your feedback on t...

This episode explores micro presentations. Aurora shares her experience of being invited to a virtual summit where she had the unique challenge of delivering a concise five-minute presentation. Aurora discusses the process of narrowing down her extensive knowledge on “Landing Paid Speaking Opportunities” into a single, clear, effective and actionable tip. Remember to subscribe and leave us your fe...

AI is everywhere and while it’s a great tool that we should all be using, there’s a distrust element to it that has to be accounted for. In this episode, Aurora discusses the impact AI is making on the public speaking world and why the human factor is the perfect antidote to the tech-heavy and tech-savvy world we live in. Learn more about Aurora at https://auroragregory.com Grab your FREE Speaker...

Are your slides helping you be a better presenter or are they just a distraction to your audience? In this episode, Aurora addresses the art of crafting presentation slides that elevate your message. Learn her tips for using your deck as prompts rather than a script, and how to use slides to reinforce your message with your audience, ways to make sure your slides have the visual appeal to support...

Does the actual presentation of your speaking proposal impact the likelihood of being selected for stage? Tune in as Aurora offers advice on how to improve the presentation of your proposal document so you communicate the value of what you’ll bring to an event host and their audience from the stage. Learn more about Aurora Gregory at https://auroragregory.com Remember to subscribe, review, and sha...

Aurora talks about the importance of a strong, attention-grabbing presentation title. She provides practical tips for crafting great titles, including using a creative and practical "A-B" format that will draw attention while focusing on the key take-aways. She wisely highlights the importance of aligning the proposal's title with what the audience wants to know so you start connecting with the au...

Aurora reflects on her recent experience at CEO Week, an annual event hosted by her business coach. She shares her personal reflections from the week, and offers encouragement and advice for embracing the role of CEO in your own business and how a change of scenery can do wonders for your perspective when it comes to growing your business. Remember to subscribe and leave us your feedback on the sh...

Join Aurora Gregory as she shares her personal journey into the world of speaking. Aurora reflects on the profound impact a speaker can have on an audience and traces her path from early competitions to becoming a renowned consultant for speaker engagements, empowering speakers worldwide. Resources mentioned on today’s show: Book by Aurora Gregory and David Pitlik – “Get Picked: Tips, Tricks, and...

Listen in as Aurora Gregory dives into the art of crafting compelling speaker pitches. Drawing from over 20 years of experience and insights from the book she co-authored, "Get Picked," Aurora outlines the essential elements of an effective pitch. Listen as she analyzes a unique pitch example and shares a framework to enhance your pitch effectiveness. Stay tuned for more insights and discussions o...

Today’s episode explores the topic "To One Sheet or Not to One Sheet," diving into the debate surrounding speaker one sheets. The discussion centers on whether a one sheet is essential in today's speaker landscape. Get the FREE One Sheet Wonder Guide + Template so you can create your own speaker one sheet -- https://getpickedtospeak.com/checklist Stay tuned for more insights and discussions on all...

Today, we're diving into the art of storytelling for speakers. Join us as we explore how crafting compelling narratives can captivate your audience and enhance your presentations. Stay tuned for more episodes where we delve into different aspects of public speaking and personal development. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us your feedback! Theme music and sound design by Kenneth Gregory Artwor...

Today's episode covers this question: Why is it so challenging to land speaking gigs, even when you're doing all the right things? We'll explore how developing a strong speaker brand can transform your success in the speaking industry. Stay tuned for more insights and discussions on future episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback with us! Theme music and sound design by Kenneth...

Welcome to The Stage Whisperer podcast, your go-to resource for expert speakers aiming to stand out on stage. Hosted by speaker branding expert and speaker performance coach Aurora Gregory, this podcast explores the secrets of powerful speaker branding, landing stages, and speaker performance.