Posts by Lacey Updegraff
Igniting Change by Using Your Voice: How One Instagram Post Turned into a Powerful Movement with Sharon McMahon: Podcast Ep. 331
We are wrapping up our podcast series on Using Your Voice with a very special guest. Sharon McMahon is a former high school government and law teacher whose Instagram went viral in 2020 (she now has over 1 million followers!) and who is the host of the podcast Here’s Where it Gets Interesting. Sharon…
Read MoreThe Journey from Settling to Speaking Up with Kelly Lopez: Podcast Ep. 330
Have you ever felt so passionate about something that you experienced and the lessons you learned from it that you thought to yourself “others need to hear about this?” If you’ve ever thought something like this, then you’ll want to hear this conversation with our guest Kelly Lopez. Kelly is a graduate of our…
Read MoreCarol Cox on Enough Already Podcast | How to Become a Thought Leader and Influencer in Your Niche
Listen in as Carol shares her incredible journey from studying women’s history to becoming a software developer and ultimately finding her passion in public speaking and empowering women entrepreneurs. Discover how the concept of thought leadership emerged as a core service provided by Speaking Your Brand, and learn how Carol’s own experiences shaped her mission…
Read MoreFrom Compelled to Take Action to TEDx Speaker with Dr. Nicole Rochester: Podcast Ep. 329
Have you had an experience that impacted you so much that you were compelled to take action, to make a shift in your life, business, or career? “Compelled to take action” is one of the core stories you can use to frame a talk (others we teach include crisis of confidence, paradigm shift, pin drop,…
Read MoreFeeling Worthy Enough to Have a Voice with Kelly Schermerhorn: Podcast Ep. 328
Have you ever felt imposter syndrome, that you weren’t sure if you had enough expertise or experience or knowledge or credentials [or fill in the blank] to speak up, share your perspective, and use your voice? If so, you’re not alone – and there are ways to move past this. My guest is Kelly Schermerhorn,…
Read MoreFrom Expert to Thought Leader: 3 Key Strategies You Need Now to Set Yourself Apart in Our New AI-Driven World: Podcast Ep. 327
If I take a look at your slide deck or presentation outline and I can’t tell that the content is yours (vs. another speaker on your topic), you’re in danger of being a commodity speaker. Commodity speakers are undifferentiated and interchangeable. It will be harder for you to attract higher-profile speaking engagements, raise your speaking…
Read MoreDiane Diaz On The Art of Storytelling In Brand Building
As a guest on the Enough Already podcast, Diane Diaz talks about the art of storytelling in brand building! Diane is a coach and consultant who has helped countless businesses and individuals connect with their audiences through the power of storytelling. In this episode, they discuss how coaches and consultants can use their personal stories to…
Read MoreGetting PR and Media with Cheryl Tan: Podcast Ep. 326
We’re wrapping up our series on how marketing is changing and new approaches you can take to more effectively connect with your audiences and prospective clients. This episode is all about getting PR and media, which can be an important element of your visibility. Have you ever seen someone you know featured in a…
Read MoreA Marketing Framework that Feels Good for You and Your Audience with Wendy Kendall: Podcast Ep. 325
We’re continuing our series on how marketing is changing and new approaches you can take to more effectively connect with your audiences and prospective clients. Two weeks ago, I kicked off this series on how we’re ditching the traditional hero’s journey framework for marketing and how here at SYB we’re approaching marketing. Last week, I…
Read MoreCreating Strategic Collaborations with Cara Steinmann: Podcast Ep. 324
We’re continuing our series on how marketing is changing and new approaches you can take to more effectively connect with your audiences and prospective clients. Last week, I kicked off this series on how we’re ditching the traditional hero’s journey framework for marketing and how here at SYB we’re approaching marketing. I knew I had…
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