On the Figures Of Speech podcast, Presentr co-founders Tammy Palazzo and Tim Wikstrom talk to a wide range of amazingly successful executives, business owners, and leaders about how learning to communicate changed their lives and fortunes. Every episode gives us stories we can emulate and lessons we can follow.
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Episode 16: How To Become A Public Speaking DIVA – Shola Kaye
On today’s show we welcome Shola Kaye, a personal impact coach, keynote speaker, and author of How to be a D.I.V.A. at Public Speaking. She is known for using her training in cabaret, stand-up comedy, and TV-presenting to help people conquer their fears of public...
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Episode 15: Is The Fear Of Public Speaking Phobia An Anxiety Disorder Or Learned Behavior?
Glossophobia is the cool and scientific name for the fear of public speaking. It is believed to affect up to 75% of the population, making it one of the most common phobias in the world. But what if we told you that this disorder may not, well, exist? What if we told...
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Episode 14: Public Speaking And Happiness: An Interview With The World’s First Chief Happiness Officer – Arnaud Collery
On today’s show we welcome Arnaud Collery, a multifaceted coach, entertainer, emcee, comedian, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and innovator. He is also known as a catalyst for personal and organizational change and is the world's first Chief Happiness Officer....
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Episode 13: Inside Silicon Valley’s Gender Bias: Helping Female Entrepreneurs Secure Funding From Investors – Lakshmi Balachandra
On today’s show we welcome Lakshmi Balachandra, a Professor of Entrepreneurship at Babson College and an International Diana Institute Research Fellow at Babson’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership. Topics include: Lakshmi’s early days as an associate VC...
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Episode 12: The Secrets Of Becoming A Great Speaker – Carmine Gallo
On today’s show we welcome Carmine Gallo, a business communication expert, internationally popular keynote speaker, and author of several bestselling business books like Talk Like TED, The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs, and his latest, Five Stars: The...
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Episode 11: The 7 Deadly Sins Of Speaking (And What To Do Instead) – Julian Treasure
On today’s show we welcome Julian Treasure, sound and communication expert, author, five-time TED speaker, and founder of The Sound Agency. Topics include: Understanding the visual elements of effective communication. How technology has contributed to a lack of...
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Episode 10: The Power Of Authentic Communication Across Cultures And Generations – Dr. Jennie Walker – Dr. Jennie Walker
On today’s show we welcome Dr. Jennie Walker, Global Leadership Consultant and Author at Luminary Global, and Lead Faculty for M.A. in Organizational Development and Leadership at Ashford University. Topics include: Jennie’s journey into the world of organizational...
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Episode 9: How Pro Athletes Are Learning Improv & Game Theory To Become Stronger Communicators – Blair Dalton-Bloomston
On today’s show we welcome Blair Dalton-Bloomston, Partner and VP of Business Development at game on NATION. Topics include: • Game theory, improvisation, and communication—game on NATION’s work with professional athletes and high-level performers. • The culture of...
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Episode 8: The Evolution Of Communication In The Corporate Environment – Valorie Rivero
On today’s show we welcome Valorie Rivero, the Principal Consultant of WestWhile. Topics include: Valorie’s role as Principal Consultant at WestWhile and how they serve nonprofits. The driving force behind Valorie’s curiosity towards adopting new technology. How...
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Episode 7: Closing The Communication Skills Gap – Jennifer Neumaier
On today’s show we welcome Jennifer Neumaier, Enterprise Sales Manager, Learning Solutions at LinkedIn, and Strategic Advisor for Presentr. Topics include: Exploring Jennifer’s passion for communication and the challenges she’s faced in her life and career. Jennifer’s...
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Episode 6: Uncovering The Power Of Internal Communication – Jennifer Sproul
On today’s show we welcome Jennifer Sproul, Chief Executive at the Institute of Internal Communications (IoIC). Topics include: An introduction to the Institute of Internal Communications (IoIC). Why everything we do at work and in life is rooted in communication....
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Episode 5: Inspiring People To Speak Up And Make An Impact With Their Work – Monica Mo
On today’s show we welcome Monica Mo, the CEO and founder of WellSeek. Topics include: Monica’s background, college years, and why she began her career in science. How her work transitioned into a more entrepreneurial realm. Monica’s natural affinity for communication...
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Episode 4: How To Communicate While Networking And Make Mindful Connections With New People – Michael Roderick
On today’s show we welcome Michael Roderick, founder and CEO of Small Pond Enterprises and founder of ConnectorCon. Topics include: Learning new material through simulation. The “bookmark technique” and the importance of active listening when connecting with new...
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Episode 3: Insider Tips For Becoming A Better Communicator And Launching A Podcast – Neil Mody
On today’s show we welcome Neil Mody, CEO and Founder of SpareMin. Topics include: Content and technology: the intersection of Neil’s two loves. Why search and social doesn’t work well for podcasts. Converting audio to video for podcasts, radio and music. What goes...
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Episode 2: Why Great Speakers Are The Ones Who Can Be Themselves – Frans Johansson
On today’s show we welcome Frans Johansson, author of The Medici Effect and The Click Moment, thought leader, and CEO of the Medici Group. Topics include: The history of the Medici family and the Medici Effect. The role that diversity plays in innovation and how The...
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Episode 1: How To Communicate Successfully In A Startup Environment – Zach Ferres
On today’s episode we welcome Zach Ferres, CEO of Coplex. Topics include: Zach’s background in college and early career in entrepreneurship. Building a dream team of colleagues and relocating across the country. Zach’s experiences as an interim and then permanent CEO...
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