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Artwork for Professional Speaking: Public Speaking Skills, Keynote Marketing, and Speaker Business Growth

Professional Speaking: Public Speaking Skills, Keynote Marketing, and Speaker Business Growth

John Ball
Podcasting
Communication Skills
Personal Development
Public Speaking
Trust
Presentation Skills
Coaching
Keynote Speaking
Storytelling
Automation
Influence
Marketing
Content Creation
Consulting
Speaking
Networking
Empathy
Presentation Structure
Keynote Presentations
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Are you a professional speaker who’s mastered your message but still finds the "business of speaking" a constant uphill battle? Welcome to The Professional Speaking Show, the definitive podcast for keynote speakers, subject matter experts, and coaches who are ready to stop being "well-kept secrets" and start building a scalable, high-impact career. Most speaking advice is either too "soft" (focusi... more

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Artwork for Professional Speaking: Public Speaking Skills, Keynote Marketing, and Speaker Business Growth

Latest Episodes

A hot market does not guarantee hot bookings. In this coaching session, John works with tech and emerging-tech speaker Cortney Harding to diagnose the real reasons her calendar is not matching her credibility. They unpack why prestige signals and “bu... more

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Mastering Virtual Presentations: Tips and Techniques

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Virtual presentations are not going away. Job interviews, client meetings, and hybrid work all mean your first impression is increasingly happening through a webcam. In this episode, Jel... more

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Most leaders avoid conflict. Not because they are weak, but because they want to be liked, respected and seen as reasonable.

In this episode of The Professional Speaking Show, John Ball and leadership expert Julie Holunga unpack how conflict aversio... more

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Stand Out on LinkedIn: Strategies for Speakers and Coaches

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In this episode of the Professional Speaking Show, host John Ball engages with LinkedIn expert Michelle J Raymond to discuss the evolving landscape of LinkedIn and how speakers and ... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Holunga
Leadership and culture expert who works with leaders and teams on conflict and hard conversations.
Episode: Conflict Avoidance: How Avoiding Tension Undermines Your Authority - With Leadership & Culture Expert Julie Holunga
Katie Nelson
Sales expert and founder of Sales Uprising
Sales Uprising
Episode: You Don’t Hate Sales – You Hate Bad Sales: How Speakers and Coaches Sell High-Ticket Offers Without the Sleaze (Katie Nelson)
Steven Puri
Former film executive, technologist, and founder of SUCA
SUCA
Episode: Remote Work Productivity: How to Focus, Avoid Distractions, and Get More Done (with Steven Puri)
Merit Khan
Speaker and comedian known for her one-woman show 'Optimistic Personality Disorder'.
Merit Khan Company
Episode: Sell First, Speak Later! Why Professional Speakers Need To Master Sales Skills Before Their Speaking Skills | with Merit Khan
Marianne Hickman
Expert in public speaking and storytelling, advocates for sharing stories from scars rather than open wounds.
Episode: How To Be Credible When Everyone's Faking It
Susan Ibitz
Expert in negotiation, behavioral analysis, and communication.
Episode: Influencing the Irrational: Lessons from a Former Hostage Negotiator
Joel Benge
An expert on Message Mastery who helps people in the tech world communicate effectively.
Episode: Before You Speak: The Pre-Game Rituals That Actually Work
Rebecca Williams
Co-author of Presenting the Art of Public Speaking and How to Do It Better
Episode: Stop Performing, Start Connecting | Rebecca Williams on Presenting That Moves People
Lucille Ossai
Award-winning communication coach and author
Lagos Business School
Episode: The 3 Rules of Communication Every Leader Needs | Lucille Ossai

Host

John Ball
John Ball is a keynote coach and influence expert, hosting sessions that empower professional speakers, coaches, and leaders to enhance their communication skills and ethical persuasion techniques.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Excellent Strategies

    John is a marvelous host, and I love this podcast because he and his guests always provide actionable strategies for me to use as a speaker.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Speaking247
    United States10 months ago
  • Helpful insights

    As someone who is looking to share my expertise and knowledge in my field of Early Years education. I have recently started listening to this podcast to gain insights and advice for becoming a speaker in my niche. Words are powerful and I’m finding this podcast to be very useful for practical tips but also very inspiring and motivating. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nurturing Wild
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • High-quality, practical content

    Working with John on the 'Present Influence' podcast was a fantastic experience. He conducted a thorough pre-interview to ensure the content was valuable for his audience and that I was a good fit for the show. We recorded two back-to-back episodes, and the collaboration was seamless, with a great vibe throughout. John is a true professional who genuinely cares about delivering high-quality, practical content. I highly recommend working with John if you want your ideas shared with care and profe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Authoritative Coach
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Full of Wonderful Conversations!

    Podfluence is an amazing podcast! Each episode is chock full of incredible conversation, poignant discussions and fantastic insights. John is a great interviewer who does his homework and obviously loves what he’s doing! I highly recommend…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yoddsy
    United States3 years ago
  • Thoughtful and helpful!

    I have really enjoyed listening to this podcast, and was honored by being a guest as well. John’s approach and questions are thoughtful and insightful, and I plan on using this podcast to help me as I grow my own.

    Grateful to know you John and thank you for producing this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christine McAlister
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate actionable strategies and personal insights shared in episodes, emphasizing the podcast's value for developing speaking skills.
Reviews highlight the importance of ethical persuasion and authentic communication, resonating with many in professional development roles.
The engaging and supportive interview style of the host receives high praise, making complex topics more accessible to listeners.

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You Don’t Hate Sales – You Hate Bad Sales: How Speakers and Coaches Sell High-Ticket Offers Without the Sleaze (Katie Nelson)
Q: How can we reframe this in our minds? How can we be thinking about sales in a way that we can love it?
Katie suggests that we focus on growing a genuine appreciation and curiosity about people, viewing sales as a human connection rather than a transactional interaction, thus moving away from fear and toward courage.
Remote Work Productivity: How to Focus, Avoid Distractions, and Get More Done (with Steven Puri)
Q: What is the Flow State and how can we achieve it?
Flow State is a concentrated state where distractions are blocked, leading to higher productivity and energy.
Remote Work Productivity: How to Focus, Avoid Distractions, and Get More Done (with Steven Puri)
Q: What are the kinds of things that come up as challenges for working remotely?
People often face distractions, both domestic and digital, that prevent them from doing meaningful work.
Sell First, Speak Later! Why Professional Speakers Need To Master Sales Skills Before Their Speaking Skills | with Merit Khan
Q: Do you have a recommendation for people who feel like they might be missing sales experience?
Merit suggests looking for sales jobs that provide experience in consultative selling, where training is available to improve persuasive skills.
Sell First, Speak Later! Why Professional Speakers Need To Master Sales Skills Before Their Speaking Skills | with Merit Khan
Q: How did you start to figure out what you wanted to do as a keynote speaker?
Merit reflects that her interest grew from personal development events and courses, especially after experiencing a Tony Robbins seminar.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the realms of ethical persuasion and exceptional communication, this podcast serves as a resource for professional speakers, coaches, and leaders. The host engages in discussions that cover a variety of topics, including personal stories that illuminate the struggles and successes of speaking engagements, the importance of presence and messaging, and practical strategies to improve communication skills. Noteworthy is the emphasis on authenticity and ethical influence, making it a unique offering in a space often marred by manipulation and superficiality. Listeners can expect episodes that blend personal insights with expert advice, actionable tips, and encouragement for those looking to enhance their speaking careers and leaders... more

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1. Julie Holunga
2. Katie Nelson
3. Steven Puri
4. Merit Khan
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6. Susan Ibitz
7. Joel Benge
8. Rebecca Williams

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