March 5, 2024 • 32 mins
In a compelling episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt converses with Sally Zimney, an acclaimed speaker and coach.
Sally imparts her wisdom on the significance of internal authenticity in public speaking and how it trumps mere performance. She champions the concept of a signature talk, advising individuals to concentrate on a singular topic they are passionate about to solidify their authority and brand.
Kurt shares his own transformation and echoes Sally's sentiments on the personal journey involved in becoming an effective public speaker. They touch upon Sally's book, "Speaking Story," which explores speaking as a mechanism for persuasion and leadership.
Addressing common fears, Sally and Kurt discuss overcoming the reluctance to stand out and utilizing public speaking to enhance one’s professional influence. They stress the role of speaking engagements in expanding one's business network, generating new clients, and building a persuasive market presence.
The episode also covers strategies for becoming a thought leader, incorporating personal stories with professional expertise to resonate deeply with audiences. Both guest and host exchange gratitude for their shared insights, leaving listeners with actionable advice for using public speaking to drive business growth and establish oneself as a trusted industry voice.
Sally on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallykoeringzimney/
Website: https://www.bemoved.com
Grab the book here: https://bemoved.com/speaking-story
Find out about Sally's programs here: https://bemoved.com/programs
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-inspiring-leaders--2664825/support.
Sally imparts her wisdom on the significance of internal authenticity in public speaking and how it trumps mere performance. She champions the concept of a signature talk, advising individuals to concentrate on a singular topic they are passionate about to solidify their authority and brand.
Kurt shares his own transformation and echoes Sally's sentiments on the personal journey involved in becoming an effective public speaker. They touch upon Sally's book, "Speaking Story," which explores speaking as a mechanism for persuasion and leadership.
Addressing common fears, Sally and Kurt discuss overcoming the reluctance to stand out and utilizing public speaking to enhance one’s professional influence. They stress the role of speaking engagements in expanding one's business network, generating new clients, and building a persuasive market presence.
The episode also covers strategies for becoming a thought leader, incorporating personal stories with professional expertise to resonate deeply with audiences. Both guest and host exchange gratitude for their shared insights, leaving listeners with actionable advice for using public speaking to drive business growth and establish oneself as a trusted industry voice.
Sally on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallykoeringzimney/
Website: https://www.bemoved.com
Grab the book here: https://bemoved.com/speaking-story
Find out about Sally's programs here: https://bemoved.com/programs
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-inspiring-leaders--2664825/support.
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