ASK!The Most Overlooked Skill That Can Transform Your Speaking CareerBy Darren LaCroixOne simple word can change a speaking career: ASK.It sounds almost too basic. Yet, most presenters underestimate the power of asking for help, guidance, clarity, or mentorship. Here’s the truth: If you do not ask, the answer is already no.On the Unforgettable Presentations Podcast,…
The Power and Purpose of Pain PointsWhy Understanding Audience Pain Points Makes a Presentation UnforgettableBy Darren LaCroixPain points. Every audience has them, and they matter more than most presenters realize. Anyone can deliver a speech, but unforgettable presenters understand what is top of mind for their listeners. They address the real struggles in the room,…
Customizing Your Presentations Why Customization Is No Longer Optional for Speakers Who Want to Stand Out By Darren LaCroix Last week, we talked about understanding our audience’s pain points. This week, we will take the next step. If pain points are the heartbeat of audience connection, customization is the bridge that makes your audience feel…
Ep. 304 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE – PART 1 An unforgettable presentation requires an unforgettable process. Today Mark and Darren begin breaking down their 7-Step speech process, laid out in their book DELIVER UNFORGETTABLE PRESENTATIONS. This episode covers STEP #1: FINDING YOUR CONTENT, and STEP #2: CLARITY, CLARITY, CLARITY! SNIPPETS: You need an unforgettable…
Ep. 303 TOP 10 MISTAKES – PART 2 In Part 2 of their conversation about the Top Ten Mistakes, Darren and Mark talk with Stage Time University faculty member Mike Davis about mistakes #5 through #1 in the countdown. SNIPPETS: Identify the guide/guru/compass, which may not be a human The hero should not solve their…
Ep. 302 TOP 10 MISTAKES – PART 1 Over the years Darren and Mark have made…and seen…several mistakes. Today they’re joined by Stage Time University faculty member Mike Davis as they discuss the mistakes they see most often…even after 30+ years of coaching. This episode features mistakes #10 through #6 in the countdown. Avoiding these…
Ep. 301 PREPPING FOR THE ROAD At some point in your speaking career, you will have to travel…sometimes overseas…and it’s important to be prepared. Proper preparation includes getting ready for your presentation, and more. Darren and Mark break down their preparation process and provide tools to help any speaker prepare for their unforgettable presentation. SNIPPETS:…
Ep.300 Your Video Intro? Perhaps you’ve seen a poor introduction, or a well-written one poorly delivered. In this episode, Mark and Darren give insight into the power of a video introduction and share two examples to show how a good video introduction can help you to be unforgettable. SNIPPETS: A good video intro connects your…
Ep. 299 ACCELERATE YOUR BOOKINGS WITH LINKEDIN – RICHARD BLISS LinkedIn has become the business ‘go-to’ platform, but many users haven’t been using it properly. Today, Mark and Darren talk with LinkedIn expert Richard Bliss about the mistakes and best practices for maximizing LinkedIn to accelerate your business. SNIPPETS: LinkedIn is a business platform Don’t…
Ep. 298 THE 11TH HOUR Webster’s Dictionary defines The 11th Hour as “the latest possible time before it’s too late.” Today Darren and Mark give examples of 11th hour speaking situations and offer advice on how to be unforgettable by performing professionally at the 11th hour. SNIPPETS: We are paid to make 11th hour decisions…