Speak to Impact with Kelly Kaye Walker

In this episode, Brigham Blackham from the Levelin' Up Podcast with Brigham joins my podcast for a fun interview!

He shares tales from the stage that are both epic, funny, and embarrassing! Tune in for a great episode with former actor turned success coach, Brigham Blackham!! Find Brigham's podcast on YouTube here! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNjiS0Kaqpvl2_wIp4K49X7sMgJFbG_Bt

Ever wondered how some storytellers keep their audience hanging on every word? Watch this episode to the end because today, I'm giving you 12 tips to develop storytelling skills that will captivate your audience! Ready to share your story but don't know where to start? Download my free workbook designed to help you find and tell your most powerful stories! Get it at: https://www.kellykayewalker.com/workbook

In this engaging episode of Public Speaking Tips and Tales with Speaking Coach Kelly, host Kelly Kaye Walker welcomes a truly remarkable guest, Ann Washburn of 3 Key Elements, who has mastered the art of public speaking. With an impressive track record of over 5,000 presentations, Ann has not only spoken to diverse audiences around the world but also made significant appearances on national TV and radio over 50 times! She has also delivered a TED Talk, a milestone that many aspiring speakers dream of, with views currently at 1.9 MILLION! Throughout the episode, Kelly and Ann delve deep into the nuances of public speaking, exploring what it takes to captivate an audience and leave a lasting impact. They discuss the importance of persistence and how facing rejection, including multiple TED Talk rejections, can be a powerful motivator rather than a setback. Ann calls it Collecting NOs! Ann shares personal stories of resilience, recounting her journey from her early days as a speaker to becoming a sought-after figure in the industry. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the strategies that have helped our guest secure national TV and radio appearances. She breaks down the process of preparing for these high-stakes opportunities, emphasizing the significance of authenticity, confidence, and preparation. Kelly also shares her own experiences and aspirations, including her ongoing quest to land her own TED Talk. This episode is not just for seasoned speakers but for anyone looking to improve their communication skills, whether for professional or personal growth. From practical tips on presentation skills to a candid discussion on the emotional and mental aspects of public speaking, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. By the end of the episode, listeners will be equipped with a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in the world of public speaking and will feel motivated to pursue their own speaking goals, no matter the challenges they may face. To connect with Ann Washburn, go to 3ke.to/TalkToAnn To attend her next monthly body language hotseat event online, go to 3ke.to/hotseat (if there is no event coming up, it means she just finished one, so check back in a week or so!) To find Ann's 2 free trainings, go to 3kegift.com/ann but remember you are committing to taking an action step after watching these trainings if you claim these free gifts! Want to find the stories that will fit best with your message and audience? Download Kelly's free workbook that walks you through that process at www.kellykayewalker.com/workbook And if you want to CRUISE with Kelly, go to www.kellykayewalker.com/cruise This podcast is for new and aspiring motivational speakers and public speakers. Learn from international speaker Kelly Kaye Walker her best public speaking tips and presenting skills to help small business owners, coaches, and entrepreneurs improve their communication skills and reach more of their ideal clients. Kelly also shares the details of her ongoing quest to continue applying for a TedX Talk until she is finally accepted! The focus of this podcast is to: - Help you get better at Public Speaking - Show you ways to connect more deeply with your audience - Improve your storytelling - Level up your communication skills - Share presentation tips for stage or Zoom - Overcome the fear of public speaking - Create and encourage more public speakers Need help getting better at public speaking? Want to be a motivational speaker? Want to just not suck at presentations? Let's chat! Book a free 30 minute game plan session at https://tidycal.com/kellywalker/gameplan Check out my speaker coaching options at: www.kellykayewalker.com/coaching #publicspeaking #motivationalspeaker #publicspeakingcoach #publicspeakingtips #presentationskills #learn

When you are on stage speaking to an audience, you have several different jobs to do. And just like Liam Neeson, these jobs require a very particular set of skills.

In this episode I want to teach you about my favorite one of those skills - SNAPSHOTS!

Don’t know which of your stories to include in your signature presentation? Let me help! Download my workbook for free and use it to find those stories that will resonate with your audience and get you to your goal of changing lives from the stage.

Download it here: www.kellykayewalker.com/workbook

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast or have your speech evaluated, drop me an email at [email protected]!

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Last month I judged 22 speakers sharing a 10 minute speech for our first annual Speaker Games competition.

Based on that experience I have noticed a lot of common mistakes people make, and a lot of common things they do right too.

In today’s episode I want to share those with you so you can learn from my experience also!

Come watch Speaker Games LIVE in SLC, UT on July 13, 2024!

Get your tickets at the door for $20 or online for $10 at https://www.kellykayewalker.com/speakergames

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Check out the book Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks at Amazon here: https://a.co/d/0ilD7tNo

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Want to be a speaker or a better speaker using stories? Download my free workbook at the following link:

https://www.kellykayewalker.com/workbook