The Speaking Club: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking

I was asked to do a session for Catherine Gladwyn’s membership on ‘How to Nail Public Speaking’... I didn’t choose that title…she did… now I can certainly get you a long way forward, but even I can’t teach you to nail public speaking in an hour!  In order to deliver the most value to this group of entrepreneurs and business owners, I asked Catherine to ask them a couple of questions…      What problems / fears do you have around public speaking?     What do you want to be like? We had some great responses.  The top five fears centred around lack of confidence, concern about looking or feeling inadequate, forgetting what to say, and two around delivery in terms of filler words and being clear and articulate. The top five desires were to be confident, relaxed, natural, interesting and entertaining and to have a presence.  So I created this interactive talk, which I’m sharing across two episodes, to move them closer to overcoming those problems and becoming the speaker they want to be. And I hope it helps you too!   What you’ll discover: The honest admission I make about one of their biggest fears.  The experience I had with a troll. The decision you need to make in relation to other people to be able to become a great speaker. What confidence is and how you build it.  What you share when you feel completely comfortable. The three ingredients to becoming a great speaker. A framework for nailing the intention of your talk. Why you should avoid talking about how brilliant you are. How you should hook your audience in at the start of your talk. How you add value to the audience. The reasons why stories are so powerful and you should be using them.  Why you should repurpose the same story and how to do it. The different ways you can use stories in your talks. Why you need to let go of worrying about perfect delivery and what you should concentrate on instead. Enjoy!   Leave a rating or review for The Speaking Club (Take a photo of your review and get a free e-copy of my book Cracking Speech Mate - How to Use Humour to Make You an Amazing Speaker!) Resources: FREE Masterclass on The Three Step Formula to Selling When You Speak Join the Next Snackable Story Challenge The Stand Out Pitching Bootcamp The Speaking Club Facebook Group The Speaking Club ‘Live’ Membership Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.storyledmarketing.com  https://www.hotflushrebels.com   Thanks for listening!  To share your thoughts:                                                       leave a comment below.     Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn  To help the show out:     Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one.     Subscribe on iTunes.

Lexa Wokersien has had a career in marketing and communications for 17 years, and during that time, in addition to juggling the demands of her job, she has been keeping a big secret. Worried about what it would mean for her career should it come out, she has struggled alone to find workarounds and tools that will enable her to fulfil her potential despite being at a significant disadvantage to her peers. Recently, Lexa came on my Snackable Story Challenge and over the course of five days she found that she had a powerful message to share.  Lexa is dyslexic, and she wants to tell her story so that other people in the same situation don’t have to hide away and cope on their own like she did.  When I heard about her journey and the potential her story had for showing other people with dyslexia that speaking and storytelling are possible for them, I knew I had to have her on the show.   What you’ll learn: What made Lexa decide to keep her dyslexia secret How she managed to keep it hidden for so long The stigma and shame she was trying to avoid and what toll it took How it affected the way she approached her career The new attitude she has towards her dyslexia and what shifted her perspective. What she would say to a younger version of herself looking back from today. The tools and techniques she has developed over the years to help her in her marketing role.  Why organisations should embrace hiring a dyslexic person. Why she decided to take on a speaking challenge with me and what happened.  The unexpected side effects of developing her storytelling and speaking skills. The new possibilities that have opened up for her and her future.  All things Lexa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexa-wokersien-31627914/ https://youtube.com/channel/UCvU600rA5eWecNhDTgt1ckA https://www.robinshobden.com/coaching/ https://screening4dyslexia.com/   Books:  SUMO (Shut Up and Move On) by Paul McGee Resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thespeakingclub/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk/challenge  https://www.facebook.com/SarahArcherSpeak/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.standoutpitch.com   Thanks for listening!  To share your thoughts:                                                       leave a comment below.     Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn.  To help the show out:     Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one.     Subscribe on iTunes.    

There are some areas of my own life and business where I’ve not been getting the results I want. No matter what I’ve tried I just can’t seem to get it to work, and it’s been frustrating and upsetting and a few times I’ve wanted to throw in the towel.  But recently, I discovered that I might be making the same mistake that countless numbers of us do, a mistake that leads us down the path of suffering and away from the island of success. If there is any aspect of your life or business where you have or are experiencing similar feelings, then take a listen as this might apply to you too! What you’ll discover: The difference between ‘attention’ and ‘intention’  The big mistake that many of us make that drowns our desires in the well of intention.  How you are supposed to use them together. What you need to do to maximise the chances of your intention being realised. Enjoy!   Resources: FREE Masterclass on The Three Step Formula to Selling When You Speak Join the Next Snackable Story Challenge The Stand Out Pitching Bootcamp The Speaking Club Facebook Group The Speaking Club ‘Live’ Membership Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.storyledmarketing.com https://www.ratethispodcast.com/tsc https://www.hotflushrebels.com   Blogs: https://coachcampus.com/coach-portfolios/power-tools/tonia-jenny-attention-vs-intention/ http://www.avishparashar.com/article-attentionvsintention.html   Thanks for listening!    To share your thoughts:                                                   leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review at https://www.ratethispodcast.com/TSC Subscribe on iTunes.

This episode was originally released a couple of years ago, and it definitely meets my ‘best of’ criteria.  Richard Wiseman is a powerhouse in many different worlds from entertainment to academia. He’s a multiple best-selling author, renowned academic, global speaker, and youtube influencer, which really doesn’t even scratch the surface of what he does!  Suffice to say he’s a man of many talents…he started off in magic and still acts as a creative consultant to the world’s best magicians and illusionists, TV shows, and movies…and if he’s not advising on them he’s presenting them. He is a Professor of Psychology, and his research has been published across the world, alongside being a 12-time author of some of the most popular business psychology books today. His books have been translated into over 20 languages, and many of them explore the science of success, and focus on practical, evidence-based, techniques that improve people’s personal and professional lives. Alongside all of this he’s spoken globally for the likes of Google, Amazon, and The Royal Society, has two YouTube channels ‘In 59 Seconds’ and ‘Quirkology’ that have over 2 million subscribers and 500 million views. Described as one of the most “innovative experimental psychologists in the world today”, he’s clearly got lots to share on the secret of success, how to make your stuff, (even science stuff), engaging Enjoy!   What are the genuine lessons of magic for performers and speakers Why you must understand things deeply to explain them simply Why speakers must find a skin they’re comfortable in How authenticity is a skill to be developed rather than a quality you have. Why you should throw your book away before you prepare a speech on it. How military tactics can be used as a planning structure for presentations. The most vital two minutes of your talk and tips for making this successful. The difference between performing and showing off and why this is important for speakers. How Richard uses humour in his talks, (including practical examples). Why the audience must believe it’s the first time you’ve done your talk… every time. How Richard adapts his talk depending on the audience. How to get the balance right between education and entertainment. A trick for getting people to remember the most important message of your talk or conversation. Richard’s top 3 tips for making your content engaging Why talks are like soap bubbles. All things Richard Wiseman: http://www.richardwiseman.com Quirkology - https://www.youtube.com/user/Quirkology In 59 Seconds - https://www.youtube.com/user/In59seconds Richard’s Books: The Luck Factor 59 Seconds Night School Quirkology How to Remember Everything 101 Bets You Will Always Win – The Science of the Seemingly Impossible Rip it Up – Forget Positive Thinking it’s Time for Positive Action Paranormality – The Science of the Supernatural Did You Spot The Gorilla?: How to Recognise the Hidden Opportunities in Your Life The As If Principle Shoot for the Moon The Little Book of Luck Other Resources*  Think and Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill Think and Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill (Original) How to Win Friends & Influence People – Dale Carnegie The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking – Dale Carnegie Resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thespeakingclub/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk/challenge https://www.facebook.com/SarahArcherSpeak/ https://www.storyledmarketing.com https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.standoutpitch.com    Thanks for listening!    To share your thoughts:                                                   leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review at https://www.ratethispodcast.com/TSC Subscribe on iTunes.

So many people worry about using umms and ahhs when they speak ... and some speaking organisations and coaches make the elimination of filler words a big focus. But do they matter? In this show I want to share why we use them, and to make the case for and against focusing on getting rid of filler words. We’re also going to look at the psychological trick we play against ourselves that contributes to this fear.  Finally, I’m also going to give some strategies for eliminating them, if you really feel they are getting in the way of you becoming a successful speaker. What you’ll discover: Why we use filler words The case for eliminating them. The case against eliminating them. My view about filler words. Strategies for eliminating filler words. Next steps.  Enjoy! Resources: Join the Next Snackable Story Challenge The Stand Out Pitching Bootcamp The Speaking Club Facebook Group The Speaking Club ‘Live’ Membership Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.storyledmarketing.com  https://www.ratethispodcast.com/tsc https://www.hotflushrebels.com Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts:                                                       leave a comment below.     Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn.  To help the show out:     Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one.     Subscribe on iTunes.

This episode was originally released in early 2018 and it has so much gold in it for making your stories more powerful and growing your audience and business, that I wanted to bring it to the top of the pile.  It’s like you’re attending a mini-masterclass from a Hollywood expert. Michael Hauge has been involved with creating compelling stories for years. Mention Michael’s name at any exclusive Hollywood party and everyone knows who he is and how he supercharges the power of story in their scripts. He’s written best-selling books on screenwriting, how to pitch your story in Hollywood, and one on how you can share your story so that you build an emotional connection with your audience and win more business. Michael began working with entrepreneurs like Andre Chaperon and Russell Brunson to take their stories deeper and help their messages create amazing results. In this show, he is sharing the same lessons and value and I hope they help you to have as much success with stories in your business. Enjoy!  How Michael works with Hollywood heavy hitters like Will Smith The biggest distinction between movie writers, speakers and marketers How one story generated over $100 million in sales for one of his clients. Why stories are so powerful in marketing Why everyone in business is a problem solver Why giving an emotional experience to your potential client or customer through your story is the key to success. The correct way to tell your story to emotionally connect with your audience. Why conflict is crucial to telling a compelling story and how you can use it. How you can use case studies and testimonials as stories to convert potential clients and customers. The Six Step Success Story Approach and Case Study.   All things Michael Hauge: http://www.storymastery.com Michael’s Freebie – 6 Step Success Story E-book & Case Study FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.hauge.96 LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/michael_hauge   Other Resources*  Think and Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill Think and Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill (Original)   Resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thespeakingclub/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk/challenge  https://www.facebook.com/SarahArcherSpeak/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.standoutpitch.com Thanks for listening!   To share your thoughts:                                                   leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one  Subscribe on iTunes.

A load of old rubbish, or the secret to unlocking everything you’ve ever hoped and dreamed of? Those are the two sorts of reactions that you get when the subjects of ‘Manifestation’ and ‘The Law of Attraction’ come up.  Like many, I watched ‘The Secret’ and was ever so slightly skeptical that if I visualised a Maserati turning up in my garage it would happen … (I actually don’t have a garage, so I would have been doubly impressed!) But over the past two years I’ve been actively exploring the Law of Attraction and manifestation and I’ve had results with it that I can’t ignore… that’s why I wanted to bring Andrew Kap onto the show.  Andrew is the author of “The Last Law of Attraction Book You’ll Ever Need To Read” and it offers readers a different take on it from the usual books you’ll find. It addresses WHY people who get excited about trying it still can’t manage to get in the habit of using these methods for just five minutes a day.  The book has enjoyed continued success, including over 1,500  five-star rave reviews, #1 Best Seller status in multiple categories on Amazon, and a growing YouTube channel devoted to it. I’m getting the low down on his work and how he manages skeptical audiences too! Whatever your current position on it, I hope you’ll listen with an open mind to what he has to say … you never know it might change your life!   What you’ll learn: How Andrew discovered the Law of Attraction and how he used it when his life fell apart.  The results he’s personally experienced using it in his life and business.    Why we consistently fail to get results in different areas of our lives, even though we know exactly what we need to be doing.  How Andrew was taking a risk when he chose the title of his book.   Why Andrew didn’t include many stories or social proof in his book. How Andrew presents this topic to a cold audience to give his message the best chance of landing. Why you don’t need to believe in it or care about the Law of Attraction for it to work. The side benefits of practicing gratitude in your life.  The biggest obstacle to people getting results using the Law of Attraction in their life and business.  Why you should let go of the ‘when’ and the ‘how’ and surrender to enjoying the experience of living in the future you want right now. How mindfulness and the Law of Attraction are connected.  The ‘Time Lapse’ method that Andrew used to bring abundance into his life and how to use it.  The five minute gratitude tool that can get you results in just five minutes a day. Why there’s no way to do these techniques wrong if you’re having fun. The ‘Story Scripting’ and ‘Instant Replay’ methods that can make you the movie director of your life.  How Andrew uses speaking and storytelling build his audience and get his message out there. How your ego is keeping you from succeeding with the Law of Attraction and in other parts of your life or business. Why you shouldn’t be looking for a perfect life. All things Andrew: https://www.lastlawofattractionbook.com https://www.youtube.com/andrewkap http://www.instagram.com/andrewkapinsta   Books:  What to Say When You Talk to Yourself by Shad Helmstetter   Resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thespeakingclub/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk/challenge  https://www.facebook.com/SarahArcherSpeak/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.standoutpitch.com   Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts:                                                   Leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes.

If you feel that there is a gap between where you are with your speaking and where you want to be, then chances are this show will give you an insight into what might be causing it and how to begin closing it. That’s because in this episode, I’m going to be sharing how I believe you need to ‘be’ as a speaker, if you’re going to use speaking to successfully build your audience, business or movement. The greatest speakers, those who light up the space and the audience, have four things in common. They are natural, inspiring, compelling and engaging… NICE. I believe that being a NICE speaker is something that is within everyone’s grasp, but some people sabotage themselves before they’ve had a chance to fulfil their potential.  That’s why I’m going to be sharing the things that can sabotage your success and those that can make you soar. What you’ll discover: The complementary episodes. A breakdown of each NICE element and what that looks like in real life. The four ‘M’s that can sabotage you and what is at the core of them. The four ‘P’s that can make you soar and what is underpinning them. The three things that will bridge any gaps between where you are and where you want to be as a speaker. Enjoy! Other Episodes: Episode 118 – Is Your ‘Content Flow’ Causing Your Audience to Switch Off? Episode 135 – Have You Got The Most Desirable Attributes of a Great Speaker?   Resources: Join the Next Snackable Story Challenge The Stand Out Pitching Bootcamp The Speaking Club Facebook Group The Speaking Club ‘Live’ Membership Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.storyledmarketing.com  https://www.ratethispodcast.com/tsc https://www.hotflushrebels.com   Thanks for listening!   To share your thoughts:                                                       leave a comment below.     Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn.  To help the show out:     Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one.     Subscribe on iTunes.

My life and business revolve around stories… in my downtime I love reading, watching and listening to them, and in my business, I tell, teach and write them. But it’s not just my life that stories impact… they underpin the fabric of all of our cultures, religions and societies, and they can bypass defences, connect with us, and build bridges like nothing else can.   Whilst the power of stories has always been there, it feels like their potential is just being realised in the world of business and I think it’s true to say that if you are not using them yet in your business to market your products or services and build a relationship with your customers then you are missing a vital piece of the puzzle.  In my experience of working with clients both on the speaking coaching and the marketing side, there are two things that get in the way of people using stories. The first is not being clear on what is meant by story… and the second is doubting you have any interesting ones to share. In this show I want to tackle both of those barriers and move them out of the way for you. Enjoy! What you’ll discover: The power of stories. Why stories are vital in speaking and marketing. The myth of creativity. The critical ingredients for creating stories that sell. What a story is and must do. Different story examples. Enjoy!   Resources: Join the Next Snackable Story Challenge The Stand Out Pitching Bootcamp The Speaking Club Facebook Group The Speaking Club ‘Live’ Membership Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.storyledmarketing.com  https://www.ratethispodcast.com/tsc https://www.hotflushrebels.com   Thanks for listening!   To share your thoughts:                                                       leave a comment below.     Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out:     Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one.     Subscribe on iTunes.

If you’re hustling day and night, but finding you’ve very little to show for it in terms of results, then don’t worry you’re not alone. One of the biggest complaints you’ll hear from people in business is that “there’s not enough time in the day”... any yet many of us are wasting so much of it without even realising.  This can cause overwhelm, stress, anxiety and potentially burnout… and that’s why I wanted to bring Catherine Gladwyn on this show.  She’s an expert business mentor and multi-award winning #1 bestselling author of two business books. In 2018 The Independent newspaper listed her first book as one of ten best business books written by women and since then she has gone on to be featured in many national publications including The Guardian, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, etc. Catherine has learnt through experience and necessity how to protect and value her time.  That’s because as well as enduring a recurring brain tumour, she also lives every day with Addison’s disease.  After needing four months off in 2019, she has now designed and built her business so that if she ever needs surgery again, her business can continue on without her, keeping her finances and business presence secure. In this show, she’s not only sharing how to keep your business safe, but also how to grow by doing less.     What you’ll learn: Why valuing Catherine’s time became a necessity The difference between knowing what you need to earn and knowing your hourly rate.  Why creating time boundaries is important, and where you should implement them first. The benefits of outsourcing. What you should outsource first and why. How Catherine uses a VA in her business to to accelerate her growth whilst minimising time and effort. What not to outsource. Why and how to find a replica of you. Tips on finding the right support. Advice on delegating and how to ‘let go’. Why Catherine believes ‘avatars’ are overdone. Catherine’s 20% rule - what is it and why you should care about it. All things Catherine: www.catherinegladwyn.co.uk Facebook:  LinkedIn Personal Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delegateva/ Book - The 20% Rule by Catherine Gladwyn Book - How to be a Virtual Assistant  by Catherine Gladwyn   Books:  Living with Addison’s Disease   Resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thespeakingclub/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk/challenge  https://www.facebook.com/SarahArcherSpeak/ https://www.saraharcher.co.uk https://www.standoutpitch.com  Thanks for listening!   To share your thoughts:                                                       leave a comment below.     Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out:  Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes.