Public Speaking
What TEDx Organizers Look for When Selecting Speakers with Nick Rogers and Liam Rogers: Podcast Ep. 468
TEDx is one of those stages that so many people aspire to. After being part of the speaker curation and coaching team for TEDxOrlando, I can tell you that there’s a lot that happens behind the scenes that most people never see. In this episode, I’m joined by experienced TEDx organizers Nick Rogers and Liam…
Read MoreMaking the Shift from Performer to Keynote Speaker with Andy Nunn: Podcast Ep. 467
I’ve worked with a lot of speakers over the years, but Andy Nunn brings something truly unique to the stage. He’s a mentalist turned keynote speaker who knows how to captivate an audience. In this episode, Andy and I talk about what it really takes to evolve from entertaining an audience to transforming them. Because…
Read MoreHow to Get ChatGPT to Recommend You as a Speaker
You’ve probably Googled yourself before. (I have a very funny story about what happens when people Google my name. 😳) But have you ever asked ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity about you? Do you know if you show up if someone is looking for a speaker like you? Just last month, a client got a $30,000 speaking…
Read MoreBecome Bookable: NEW Online Workshop for Speakers
if you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to speak more… but how do people actually get invited to speak at conferences and events?”, our new workshop is for you. A lot of speakers assume they just need to pitch themselves more. But the real reason speakers get invited isn’t because they pitch harder; it’s because they’re positioned as bookable.…
Read MoreCarol Cox Speaking at Innovation Stories in Orlando
If you’re in the Orlando area, join me at Orlando Innovation League’s Innovation Stories on Tuesday, February 24. Innovation Stories is an evening focused on the real journeys behind innovation – the decisions, pivots, lessons, and moments that shape leadership, growth, and change. I’ll be sharing my real-world experiences and practical insights that people…
Read MoreSame Message, Different Medium: Why Your Talk Isn’t Landing (and How to Fix It)
Why Your Message Must Fit the Medium (and How to Get It Right) Have you ever watched a keynote and felt like you were sitting through a 90-minute training crammed into 45 minutes? Or attended a talk that felt more like a checklist than an experience? You’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it.…
Read MoreImposter Syndrome: Why You Struggle to Claim Your Voice and What to Do About It
Why You Need to Claim the Identity of Speaker and Thought Leader Have you ever hesitated to call yourself a speaker or a thought leader — even though you know you have something important to say? If that hesitation feels familiar, you’re not alone. I see this pattern constantly in the women I work with:…
Read MoreA reflection on women’s voices, democracy, and leadership
Today in the U.S., we mark Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and my heart is heavy. I find myself returning to Dr. King’s unwavering belief in love, compassion, and nonviolent resistance: not as lofty ideals, but as deliberate, strategic choices. His work reminds us that justice doesn’t move forward through silence, neutrality, or patience for patience’s…
Read MoreCome to Our Orlando Speaking Workshop on February 19
Hey there, it’s Carol, popping in for a minute! I want to make sure you know about our 1-Day Master Your Message & the Stage Workshop coming up on February 19, 2026, in Downtown Orlando, Florida. You’ll go from having a rough idea (or no idea at all!) to building your talk using our Signature…
Read MoreOur Different Approach to Public Speaking, Thought Leadership, and Visibility
If you’re exploring programs to improve your public speaking or become a more visible thought leader, you may have come across well-known options like Speaker Lab or Heroic Public Speaking. These organizations have helped many speakers refine their craft. At Speaking Your Brand, we take a different—and very intentional—approach. We don’t just help you speak…
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