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The Ops Authority260. Using Your Voice to Build Trust and Attract Clients with Jessica RasdallOn today’s episode of The Ops Authority Podcast, I am chatting with Jessica Rasdall about using your voice to build trust and attract clients. We are discussing more specifically on the importance of trust and effective communication for business success. Jessica shares strategies for creating trust and intimacy at scale. We highlight the power of storytelling, focusing on client transformation rather than technical details. Jessica shares about intentional visibility to avoid burnout and stresses the significance of quality interactions over quantity. This episode is a great one that shares the value of authenticity, personal connections, and leveraging digital pl...2024-09-1837 min
The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast132: Getting started with speaking in your business (the systems to start incorporating now) featuring Jessica RasdallThis week on the podcast, I am joined by public speaker and coach Jessica Radsdall. She shares her inspiring journey from surviving a tragic car accident to becoming a motivational speaker and business scaling expert. Listen in as Jessica shares with us the importance of honing your message and how that can lead to business growth.Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:How systems support speaking engagements and generate revenueThe importance of refining your messageAnd much more!Full Show Notes Here!Connect with Jessica Rasdall2024-05-2052 min
Conversations With #AskAshThe Resilience Factor with Jessica RasdallThe person behind the business. There’s nothing like unpacking the finer details of someone’s story. I see the threads of details that aren’t common to the naked eye. With Jess’ story, she shares her personal journey of facing a fatal car accident at a young age and the impact it had on her life. Instead of letting the tragedy consume her, Jess found the strength to turn her pain into purpose and use her experience to help others. But that’s not where the story ends. In fact, her journey is unfolding in spectacular ways and she shares...2024-05-011h 01
The Messy Success Podcast149: Navigating the Impossible, Crafting Your Story, and Finding Your Niche in Speaking: A Conversation with Jessica RasdallIn this conversation, Jessica Rasdall shares her journey from a traumatic event to becoming a professional speaker and eventually starting the Speak to Scale agency. She discusses the evolution of her speaking career and how she helps business owners share their stories effectively. Jessica also talks about the transition to her new direction and the impact of the agency on her clients. She emphasizes the importance of following what feels aligned and letting go of old stories to embrace new chapters. In this conversation, Jessica Rasdall and Elizabeth Henson discuss various aspects of speaking engagements and business interactions. They...2024-04-0358 min
Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition53. Becoming the Narrator of Your Story: How to Craft Your Food Freedom Story in the Most Effective Way with Jessica RasdallHearing others’ stories can be impactful and inspiring, but it can be hard to determine what your story entails and how to share it.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have insight into understanding the major aspects of your story and how to strategically share it to impact others in a meaningful way and reflect the Lord’s purpose in your life.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by best-selling author, motivational speaker, and host of The Speak to Scale Podcast, Jessica Rasdall to talk all about personal stories. Your story can be such an...2023-11-2844 min
The Business Reboot Podcast59. Interview with Jessica RasdallSpeaking engagements are a powerful tool for growth when used well, and there's no one better to show us that world than Jessica Rasdall, the Public Speaking Strategist. She joins Corry and Melissa and shares her insights into the world of speaking, bringing 17 years of public speaking experience with her. Jessica's Website: www.thepublicspeakingstrategist.comThe private Speak to Scale podcast: www.speaktoscalepodcast.com/privateHer instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicarasdall/2023-10-1145 min
CEO Moms Building Wealth: Tax Strategy for Female Service Providers58. Less OR, More AND with guest Jessica RasdallYou can’t always predict when a weather shift will happen. You might have some indicators but every year is a little different. It’s the same with family and business! Today’s guest, Jessica Rasdall, shares some amazing insights into how she’s adjusted with each changing season. Jessica partners with small business owners to help them craft presentations and speaking strategies that connect with their audience and scale their business from the stage. When she’s not handcrafting presentations for industry experts, she’s homeschooling her children. Jessica reminds us even when we are the ones running the...2023-09-2243 min
She's All That Video-Podcast𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡! - "Speak to Scale" Your Business with Jessica Rasdall"Speak to Scale" Your Business - Make speaking a strategic part of your business model that will be a growth engine for your business. I'm talking with Jessica Rasdall who is an expert in that - and a speaker at the Break Through with Media summit, June 14-16 - and in this conversation Jessica sharesthe role it can play in your strategyhow she came to be a leading expertsome examples of people using it effectively, andmore!We're going even deeper on...2022-06-0922 min
Write Publish MarketEpisode 5.20: Pair a Book with Speaking for Maximum Results with Jessica RasdallJodi chats with Jessica Rasdall all about how to use your book in partnership with your goals to become a speaker. But before you get to that point Jessica suggests asking these questions about your book, especially if it’s a more personal book: Who is this book for? Who do I want to speak to? How does that fit into my business? And Jessica believes that if those are not all in alignment, then they probably they don't have to go together - your personal story and your business, and th...2022-05-2525 min
Hope Motivates ActionS10 | E01 Finding Hope in the Dark with Jessica RasdallWhat if I had made a different decision? Why did I make it out the other side? Do I even deserve to be here?After a traumatic experience, questions like these might be swirling around your head on repeat. Guilt, shame, and trauma are trying to hold you in place, telling you that you don’t deserve to move forward. But the truth is, you do deserve to move forward, and you can.Jessica Rasdall joins me on the podcast today to share her raw story of finding hope in the dark. She knows better th...2022-03-3036 min
A Cup of Confidence with Erin RectorSpeaking Out with Jessica RasdallEpisode Summary:In today's episode of A Cup of Confidence, we are joined by special guest Jessica Rasdall, motivational speaker and host of the "Speak to Scale" podcast and Founder of “ The Public Speaking Strategist.” As a public speaking strategist, she shares with us how she helps small business owners overcome the fear of public speaking and her step-by-step system to transform their confidence. This episode is so empowering! You don't want to miss it - stay tuned!Thanks for Listening:Thanks so much for listening to my...2022-03-1035 min
Virtual Summit SuccessDeliver an Impactful Presentation in 20 Minutes or Less with Jessica RasdallCutting down your summit presentation to a 'mere' 20 minutes can feel daunting! Jessica Rasdall breaks it down so that it feels (and is) reasonable and doable - AND doesn't dilute your message. This is an episode you don't want to miss!Take the quiz at http://howtostartspeaking.com/Want to learn more about booking more summit speaking engagements and making more money from them? Get access to Jessica's full presentation - and more! - with all the steps to a powerful presentation at https://sellwithasummit.com/speakeredition/Learn more about Jess at https...2022-02-0813 min
Mindset First PodcastHow to Scale Your Business With Speaking with Jessica RasdallToday on the Mindset First Podcast, I’m excited to share with you a woman I recently met live (I had been on her email list for a couple of years). Jessica Rasdall is a public speaking strategist who has such an easy manner that you can’t help fall in love with her - off stage and on. I wanted to have Jessica on to talk about how to use speaking to scale your business because it’s a tool that so many business owners think of as a nice to have or offshoot of their main marketing tools...2021-12-2143 min
The Law of RelevancyThe Law of Relevancy with Jessica RasdallWe’re joined by Jessica Rasdall, best-selling author, motivational speaker, and host of the, on this episode! Jessica has shared her story of turning her “mess into a message” for fifteen years and has been featured on major international media outlets such as ABC’s 20/20, Katie Couric, The Guardian, MTV, Netflix, and many more. Today, Jessica is fiercely dedicated to helping small business owners craft presentations and speaking strategies that connect with their audience and scale their business from the stage. Tune in to hear about the moving story of how Jessica became a public speaker!2021-11-2944 min
The Law of RelevancyThe Law of Relevancy with Jessica RasdallWe welcome best-selling author, motivational speaker, and host of The Speak to Scale Podcast, Jessica Rasdall, to this episode of The Law of Relevancy. Jessica has shared her story of turning her “mess into a message” for fifteen years and has been featured on major international media outlets such as ABC’s 20/20, Katie Couric, The Guardian, MTV, Netflix, and many more. Today, Jessica is fiercely dedicated to helping small business owners craft presentations and speaking strategies that connect with their audience and scale their business from the stage. Tune in to hear about the moving story of how Jessica became a public...2021-11-2944 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 153 - Navigating Jealousy and Speaking ft. Natalie FrankeDoes business ownership or public speaking ever feel like a competitive sport to you? I know It sure has for me. And that's why today we're having a dive deep conversation about how to navigate jealousy, and public speaking, so that you can show up as your best self, even when you don't feel like your best self. Natalie Franke joins us to share about the importance of overcoming jealousy by building a powerful community where you belong. Let's shift any jealous tendencies into the mindset of, "If it can happen for her, it can happen for...2021-07-2142 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 152 - Craft Your Billboard Statement - How to Tell the Right StoryBuilding a successful business can take years, then add in sharing your story on stage—that's scary. We can hide behind the beauty of our brands and the success of our clients, but when we have to step in front of our peers and put ourselves out there, the fears start to sink in. If we prepare for and approach speaking opportunities with intention and craft our stories well, we can set aside those fears and succeed on stage without misrepresenting who we are and what we do. Let's craft your statement so that you're telling the ri...2021-07-1420 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 151 - How to Scale with a Membership Site (ft. Megan Martin)As a speaker and educator, you may be looking to add digital offerings to scale your brand—could a membership model the right fit for you? Last year, Megan Martin made a major pivot in her educational offerings and created Digital Lab All Access, a membership offering for her students. Listen in as she joins us to share a behind the scenes look at her membership, how it was created, how involved she is day-today, and if it’s the right fit for you! For full show notes and episode links: www.thepublicspeakingstrategist.com/show...2021-07-0735 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 150 - How to Select The Right Speaking Topics for Your BusinessWhat would happen right now if you were to get the call that a company or conference needed a speaker and they were making the decisions today? Would you have signature topics prepared to share with them? Would you have a plan for how you’d deliver your talk? What about having a defined goal for how speaking will serve your business? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the importance of signature speaking topics, defining what type of speaker you are, and how to select the right speaking topics for your business.2021-06-3018 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 149 - Scale from the Stage with a Digital Product Shop (ft. Christina Scalera)As a service provider, you’re limited by time, which obviously caps the income you can generate as a service provider. In this episode of Speak to Scale, we’re always exploring opportunities to scale your impact and your income—so we’ve brought on Christina Scalera, owner of The Contract Shop®, to share all about building a digital product shop! If you had a digital product shop to accompany your business, what kind of impact could it make? Listen in as we discuss how quickly you can launch and scale your product shop, generate an income, and serve...2021-06-2338 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 148 - Should You Be Paid for Summit SpeakingAs virtual summits have become more and more popular, a new conversation has popped up: Should summit speakers get paid for their presentations? This may seem like a simple yes or no question, but everyone has a different answer. If you’ve been a host, participant, or speaker at a virtual summit, you’ve probably heard some talk about this issue. In this episode, we’re going to see if we can figure out an answer together. We’ll take a look from several different perspectives to decide if, and when, summit speakers should get paid. For full show notes and episode...2021-06-1620 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 147 - Repurposing Summit Presentations (ft. Nicole Batey) "Now what?" This is a question about summits that I get all the time inside our Speaking Strategy Academy. You get invited to present at a virtual summit or event, and you spend all that time crafting a presentation, preparing for the event, and generally pouring your best ideas into it. But then what? Today's guest realized that we as speakers are missing a huge opportunity when it comes to what we do after those virtual summit presentations. For full show notes and episode links: www.thepublicspeakingstrategist.com/shownotes/1472021-06-0934 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 146 - The Secret to Getting Speaking Results, FASTDo you dream of being the keynote speaker at a huge conference? Maybe you just want to get consistently booked at more events. Either way, chances are you’ve searched high and low for tips or hacks on how to become an in-demand (and paid!) speaker. The good news is: I have the answer for you. The potentially bad news: it’s not the “magic button” answer you might be looking for. However, it is a proven strategy that can fast-track your way to success. In this episode, I’m breaking down what you can do to reach your speaking goals and g...2021-06-0216 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 145 - Scale from the stage with Virtual VIP Days (ft. Jordan Gill)Want to start speaking at more conferences, on more podcasts, or at more events...but don’t know how you can comfortably step away from your everyday work as a business owner? I’ve been there, and I completely understand being torn between the two. The thing is, you don’t have to take on new and exciting speaking roles at the expense of the quality of your work and the value you provide for your clients. You can continue to serve your people, while also reaching a brand new audience from the stage. I have a very s...2021-05-2639 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 144 - Moving From Virtual to In-Person Speaking Whether you’re doing a virtual speaking event or an in-person one, you should take certain steps to prepare, like understanding your audience, understanding the host’s goals, and keeping logistics like format in mind. That’s just part of being a good speaker. However, when you’re doing an in-person event, you have to take preparation to the next level. There are details for in-person events you’ve probably never had to consider for virtual. In this episode we're breaking down how to make a seamless shift from virtual speaking to in-person events. Full Shownotes, Links and Resources: https://thepublicspeak...2021-05-1921 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 143 - Hosting Hybrid Events (ft. Jillian Smith) Have you ever spoken at or attended a hybrid event yet? If you haven't, I'm willing to bet you will soon. After 2020, the way we deliver our message from the stage and receive it as an audience member has changed — and will continue to do so. If we really want to do our best to show up and serve our audience, we've really got to understand what goes into a virtual or hybrid event experience. If you're not sure what a hybrid event is, it means an event that's a blend of in-person and virtual. There may be a smaller cro...2021-05-1232 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 142 - Prepped and Polished vs. Off the Cuff SpeakingSo many people say, "I do better with informal, casual, off-the-cuff style speaking." This kind of speaking can feel better for many of us because off-the-cuff speaking removes the pressure for us to be perfectly polished. However, this approach can also give us a false sense of security, making us think that we actually work better this way. Plus, let's be honest: It can also make us feel safer when we step on stage. If we don't put a lot of time into preparing, it doesn't feel like a 'loss' if it doesn't go well...2021-05-0620 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 141 - How to say no to a speaking opportunity that doesn't align with your business (ft. Aleia Walker)When a speaking request lands in my inbox, I get so excited. I'm honored I was even considered to be a part of the event and I'm already envisioning how I'm going to show up and serve that audience to the best of my ability. How do you feel when a speaking request hits your inbox but it's not a good fit? Are you nervous? Are you anxious? Are you worried about how you're going to turn this down without burning bridges for the future? On this week's episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast...2021-04-2938 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 140 - Updating Your Talk or StoryStories play a big role in our communication strategy. But with our businesses (and communication strategies) constantly evolving, how do we make sure our stories are evolving with us? What does it look like to change or update our stories? How do we know when it's time to do that? Where and how do we do that when it comes to our speaking presentations? Our stories can hold us back... if we don't allow them to evolve with us. In this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast we're talking about how to know when it's time...2021-04-2123 min
Females on Fire with Hayley Luckadoo148: How to Use Speaking to Grow Your Business with Jessica RasdallWhat if you could make a massive impact on the world, encourage people to take action, and drive sales to your book, coaching, or services all at the same time? Well, you can…as a speaker! Whether you’re already a speaker looking to up their game or you want to add speaking to your business, this one’s for you. Speaking Strategist, Author, and Podcaster Jessica Rasdall joins me today to share about how you can use speaking to grow your business, plus gives some great tips on creating and presenting your talk, pitching, and how to find your n...2021-04-1453 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 139 - Creating Connection and Credibility with Virtual Photography (ft. John DeMato)Are you capturing the energy, the engagement, and the emotion that we're bringing to our virtual presentations and sharing it with others who are not in the room? The best way to get booked to speak is to allow others to see what it's like to be an audience member. Whether that means watching the presentation, hearing from audience members, or seeing snippets of the presentation... capturing the energy, emotion, and impact of your presentation is key to becoming an in-demand speaker. CLICK HERE for episode links, show notes, and more. 2021-04-0738 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 138 - What to Do When You're Not Seeing the Speaking Results You Hoped ForOur speaking and business journeys are not always going to be a straight path from where we are to where we want to be. If that's the case, why does it seem as though successful business owners and public speakers are only sharing the highlight moments of their journeys? On this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast we're pulling back the curtain and sharing the reality of the more difficult moments on your speaking journey. Whether you're in the thick of it now or you want to be better equipped to handle a difficult business season should it...2021-03-3123 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 137 - How to Find and Pitch Podcasts to Speak On (ft. Case Lane) Speaking on podcasts is a great way to grow your business and strengthen your public speaking skills. While most of us already know this, we may not be clear on how to go about finding podcasts to speak on. How do we know what podcasts are a good fit for our business? How do we actually find podcasts to speak on? What podcasts are our ideal clients listening to? In this week's episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast we're chatting with Case Lane on how she finds, pitches, speaking on, and maximizing podcast interviews. If you've been thinking about a...2021-03-251h 06
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 136 - Even Bad Speakers Write Great SpeechesWhat really makes a great speaker? Is it a well-written talk? Is it an impeccable stage presence? Is it something the speaker is "just born with" or is it a combination of everything above? Today, we're breaking down why even bad speakers can write great speeches so that you can start looking beyond your outline when it comes to improving your speaking presentation. In this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast, I'm breaking down how to up-level your presentation whether you're a good speaker or not. Check out the full show notes and grab the episode...2021-03-1716 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 135 - How to Build an Engaged Remote Team (ft. Tianna Tye)As you continue to step into your role as the leader of your business, how confident are you in making new hires and keeping your team members engaged? How do you feel about keeping your remote team members engaged even if you've never met in person? In this week's episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast, I've brought on a very special guest, who's going to break down exactly how you can hire and lead a remote team. If you haven't already met Tiana Tye, she is an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist and Team Dynamics Consultant from Atlanta, GA...2021-03-0334 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 134 - Leveraging Clubhouse for Speaking and BusinessClubhouse is an invitation-only audio-chat social networking app launched in 2020. If you’ve heard of it but are not currently leveraging it for your business, you're likely feeling one of two ways: Annoyed and unbothered by another social media platform that you fear will take up all of your time Feeling FOMO when you see people spending all day on CH, racking up followers, and building new relationships In this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast we're breaking down: The positive aspects of Clubhouse that may make you want to le...2021-02-1134 min
Tell Me in Ten by TELL Public RelationsS2E2-- How to position yourself for speaking engagements w/ Jessica RasdallIt's one of our to requests: "I want you to help me book speaking engagements." Speaking is one of the top ways to build thought leadership, so we're not surprised to see an influx of questions on the subject. This week, we're honored to have Jessica Rasdall-- host of the Speak to Scale Podcast-- talk to us about: 1. what's changed in the speaking industry since COVID 2. what you need to do before you're ready to book a gig and 3. how to get crystal clear on your goals. So grab a post-it (trust us, it'll make sense once you start...2021-01-2909 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 133 - How to Scale Your Digital Products with SpeakingYou've put in the time and energy to create an incredible digital product, you know the results that it gets for your client and the impact it makes. So it's very clear that you want to get it into even more people's hands. But with so many different marketing activities out there, you're wondering if speaking is even a possibility for scaling your digital product. Well, friend, it is. And in today's episode, I'm going to show you exactly how you can scale your digital products with speaking. Let's dive in, and stay till the end and I'll share...2020-12-1719 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 132 - How to Craft a Webinar that ConvertsAre you currently using webinars for your business? Or are you somebody who attends them, and watches what other people are doing, trying to deconstruct their formula and make it your own? Today, we are having a full-blown mini-workshop right here on the podcast, to help you start crafting and delivering webinars that convert. For full show notes and links, visit: www.thepublicspeakingstrategist.com/shownotes/1322020-12-0923 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 131: Niching Down for Speaking Success (ft. Connie Holen)We've heard it over & over again, from experts and gurus, that we need to niche down as much as possible. But sometimes, the thought of getting that specific with who our audience is, and who we serve, can be a little scary. We're afraid of eliminating audience members or ruling out events where we really want to speak. So today, we're gonna dive deep into what success can actually look like by niching down, and how that impacts your speaking strategy, both in-person and online. Our guest today is Connie Holen, the owner of web design agency Pix...2020-12-0233 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 130 - What to Expect from Speaking in 2021As you're starting to make your business plans and goals for 2021 and with most events canceled in 2020, are you debating whether or not you should consider speaking at all next year? Yes, you should definitely plan on it! Because there will be events in 2021. Now, not all of these events are going to look like they used to and that's okay. At the end of the day, speaking is not canceled. Today, we're going to dive deep into what you can expect when it comes to speaking in 2021. And how we can make sure that you are...2020-11-1817 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 129 - Own Your Message and Start Speaking (ft. Jordan Lee Dooley)When it comes to public speaking or running a business, comparing where we are on our journey to where others are is an easy trap to fall into. We see big names speaking on stages we've dreamed about, releasing best-selling books, or having incredibly successful launches. Suddenly, we forget their success didn't happen overnight. In this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast, we're going to quiet that comparison voice for a moment and focus on what really matters: how to own your message, build a solid business foundation and start speaking based on YOUR unique path. ...2020-11-1128 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 128 - Virtual Speaking vs In-Person SpeakingIf you feel like your virtual presentations are not as good as your in-person ones, you are not alone. But it doesn’t need to be this way. In this episode, I'm breaking down the similarities and the differences between in-person speaking and virtual speaking. And I'm going to show you exactly what you need to do to improve that virtual presentation, and how to start doing that today. Because virtual speaking is becoming more profitable than in-person events. So grab a pen and join me. You don’t want to miss this. For full show notes and l...2020-10-2822 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 128 - How to be Captivating on Camera (ft. Mike Ganino)As so many of our speaking events are getting moved online, does the thought of showing up on camera make you feel nervous? Whether you're showing up in your Instagram stories, you're creating consistent video content, or you're delivering virtual presentations where you need to be on your webcam, it's time to get comfortable getting in front of the camera, and doing it in a way that truly serves your audience and your business. Today’s guest is Mike Ganino, a storytelling and communication expert. He is the host of The Mike Drop Moment podcast and author, ex...2020-10-2146 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 126 - Start Speaking By Building a Community (ft. Taryn Jerez)Getting started as a speaker can be intimidating. We get in our own way and overthink what we should say in a pitch, how we can reach out to an organizer, or wonder if anybody actually wants us on the stage. One way to get started speaking is to host your own event, like Taryn did. Taryn Jerez, owner of One Crafty Miss, really wanted to start speaking and she wasn't going to wait around for somebody to hand her a microphone. She saw a need in her creative industry and started hosting an event where she...2020-10-1436 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 125 - When Conversions Don't Really MatterWhen a new speaking opportunity comes across your desk (whether an in-person or virtual event), how are you determining if this is something that you should say “yes” or “no” to? If your only determining factor is, “Can I get a conversion” or “Can I make a new sale?” you are missing out on half of the equation. Conversions are not everything. This might sound a little crazy coming from me, considering this is The Speak to Scale Podcast, and that my job is to help you scale your business with speaking! In today’s episode of The Speak to Scale P...2020-10-0719 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 124 - How to use Instagram as a Public Speaker (ft. Natasha Samuel)Whether you’re already using Instagram to book speaking engagements or you’re just starting to show up more consistently, there’s no denying that event planners are looking to Instagram to spot new speakers. If you’re not sure what you should be posting on your social media platforms, how to build enough confidence to ‘go live’ on camera, or how you should be showing up to position yourself as an industry expert… today’s episode is for YOU! Natasha Samuel is host of The Shine Online Podcast and the founder of Sol Studio, an Instagram creative studio...2020-09-2433 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 123 - How to Book More Clients from SpeakingWouldn't it be amazing if you could grab a microphone (whether that's virtually or in-person) and share a message that delivered value for your audience and brought in new clients? Selling from the stage growing your business with speaking is hands down my favorite way to grow and scale my business. And it's not my favorite because it's a sleazy get rich quick scheme. It is my favorite sales strategy because we get the privilege of educating our audience, serving from the stage, and delivering a transformation that can change our audience’s lives… all while growing our business at t...2020-09-1724 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 122 Leadership Lessons for Speakers and Entrepreneurs (ft. Kaylan Thompson)What does it take to be a great leader? When it comes to running a business, it’s easy to get lost in the day to day operations. When you’re busy or stressed, tasks such as social media, which are meant to inspire and motivate can seem like a chore. This can transcend into your business presence and really hurt your client relationships, retention rates and bottom line. At the end of the day, you’ve got to continue to lead from the front no matter the circumstances. If we don’t strengthen our leadership skills, those marketing activiti...2020-09-0337 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 121 Maximizing PR as a Small Business (ft. Danielle Bayard Jackson)As you’re growing and scaling your business, publicity should be one of your top priorities. However, before you start looking for a publicity agency to hire, it's important to know what PR is and how you should be leveraging it for your business. Whether you’re looking to speak on more stages, be featured on podcasts, or get published in major publications, this episode is going to help you better understand exactly what public relations actually is and how you can harness its benefits to grow your business. On this episode of The Speak to Scale Podc...2020-08-2849 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 120 - How to Build an Effective Speaker Webpage“Do you need a speaker webpage if you’re not a professional speaker? At what point should you consider creating one?” If you’ve ever considered these questions, this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast is for you. We’re breaking who should have a speaker page, what it can do for your business, and how to get it set up without overcomplicating the process. Your speaker webpage can be a valuable asset that does the heavy lifting for you and helps you to book more speaking opportunities on podcasts, virtual summits, conference stages, and more. Gra...2020-08-2028 min
SHE with Jordan Lee DooleyHow to Become a Speaker (Ft. Jessica Rasdall)You have a story to share but... how do you get it out there?
You see yourself owning the stage and changing lives from the mic but the whole *getting hired as a speaker* seems more like a fantasy than something that could be a reality, right?
What if we told you it wasn't as hard as you might think?
If you want to turn your mess into a message that moves people and serves as a profitable career, tune into this episode as Jordan chats with Jessica Rasdall, a Public Speaking Strategist...2020-08-1946 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 119 - Increase Your Income and Impact with Virtual Summits (ft. Krista Rae)With so much of our lives and businesses moving online, it’s time to consider alternative routes for sharing our message, serving our audience, and growing our businesses with public speaking. Whether that means appearing on podcasts, doing live-streams, hosting webinars, or more, we want to be sure that our efforts serve both our audience and our business. On today’s episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast, Krista Rae of ‘Summit in a Box’ joins us (again) to revisit the topic of Hosting Virtual Summits. As more and more of our businesses are taking a virtual route, t...2020-08-1227 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 118 Scale Your Business with Podcast Interviews (ft. Ashley Gartland)With so many different marketing strategies out there, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and wonder where we should start. What if you could grow your business, strengthen your communication skills, and get public speaking experience? Would that be something you would want to do? What if I told you that you could do all of this without even leaving your house. Podcasting is your secret weapon for getting started with public speaking as a business owner and growing your business at the same time. But you don’t have to host your own podcast in order for p...2020-08-0532 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 117 - Profitable Speaking Goals for Any Business ClimateDid you set big speaking goals at the beginning of the year? Maybe you said you were going to speak at five conferences, get new clients from speaking and sell more copies of your book only to have 2020 flip all of your plans upside down. Now you're left wondering, “How am I going to reach my speaking goals if all of the events have been canceled?” In this episode of The Speak to Scale Podcast, I'm going to show you how to get back on track and achieve (and maybe even exceed) the speaking goals you’ve set no matter...2020-07-2920 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 116 Leveraging Your Book as a Speaker (ft. Geo Derice)Have you ever wondered what difference a book could make for you when it comes to public speaking? I traveled the country speaking for over a decade before I published my book, Shattered. Rather than spending today’s episode telling you about my experience with publishing a book, I’ve brought in an expert to help you get started. In this episode, Geo Derice is sharing what being a published author can do for your speaking strategy and how to make the most of it to increase your impact and income. If you loved this episode and it mo...2020-07-2251 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 115 - Building a Passive Income Business (ft. Paige Brunton)Does the promise of passive income feel just too good to be true? Perhaps, you've scrolled past one too many Instagram posts of somebody living it up on the beach, telling you how they made X amount of dollars in their sleep all they were sipping mai tai's. I get it. A lot of the messaging out there makes it feel like it's too good to be true, but what if it wasn't? In this episode, we go behind the scenes with my friend and amazing client Paige Brunton who built a HUGE entirely passive income business (f...2020-07-1537 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 114 - Coach or Consultant: Which speaker are you?If you’ve transitioned into a role where you’re helping others achieve a desired result, you may be unsure what to call yourself. You are not alone! You may have heard the words “coach” and “consultant” used interchangeably and you’re not sure what the difference really is. Maybe you’ve shifted away from being a service provider and started sharing your expertise with others. We see this quite often when our students and speakers are growing as educators. Although this may sound like a business issue, it also impacts your speaking strategy. On this episode of The Speak to...2020-07-0823 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 113- Stepping into Your Greatness (ft. Ginny Krauss)When you think about speaking: grabbing that microphone, stepping onto the stage and pouring into your people, how do you envision yourself? Can you feel those beads of sweat starting to appear as your heart beats like a drum? Maybe you're excited and you know exactly what you're going to say, and you're ready to jump on the stage. No matter where you fall on this scale, I'm willing to bet there's been a moment or two in your life or in your business when there was an opportunity for you to step up to the plate and own...2020-06-2437 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 112 - Creating a Financial Plan for Speakers (ft. Stephanie Skryzowski)While the life of an entrepreneur is really exciting, it’s full of challenges and tasks you need to be performing to ensure you’re remaining solvent at the end of the day. No one likes to talk about all of the fears, uncertainties, and worries that come with this unique path we've chosen…..Like when is that next contract going to come in? When will we book that next speaking engagement? When are we going to get paid again? I know that after this recent COVID scare, all of us were feeling these emotions on overdrive. So why aren't...2020-06-1834 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 111 - Get Booked to Speak from Podcasting (ft. Christopher Hines)What if I told you that you could increase your influence and book more speaking engagements without having to send an email, pick up the phone or even leave your house? Would you be in? I bet you would! In this episode of the Speak to Scale Podcast, I host special guest Christopher Hines to show you exactly how to book more speaking engagements with podcasting If you loved this episode and it motivated you to add speaking to your business, please take the time to leave me some positive feedback on iTunes. I’d also love to...2020-06-1036 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 110 Visionaries vs. Integrators (ft. Kristin Kaplan)Are you the big dreamer who always has a new idea? Maybe you can visualize and see what you want to happen in your business, but figuring out the proper execution strategy (especially while traveling for public speaking engagements) seems impossible. Maybe you excel at the nitty gritty day-to-day tasks of your business and your vision for your business seems fuzzy. In this episode of the Speak to Scale podcast, I'm going to show you how to figure out which role you fall into and how to tap into the other side of the equation so that you can...2020-05-2733 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 109 How to Find Speaking Opportunities Post COVID-19In the wake of Covid-19 it feels like things are changing every single day and this may leave you wondering if you should still be looking for public speaking opportunities and how to go about it. Spoiler alert: YOU ABSOLUTELY SHOULD. In this episode I'm going to discuss what you need to consider and how to seek out speaking opportunities post quarantine. I'm also breaking down exactly how to increase your conversions when it feels like the numbers are stacked against you and how to find speaking opportunities when it feels like everything is canceled. If you want to...2020-05-2017 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 108 Behind the Scenes of Hosting a Conference (ft. Kearn Cherry)Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when hosting a conference attended by thousands of people? Well in this episode of the Speak to Scale podcast, I’ve brought in a friend who is fully immersed in the conference scene. She has not only hosted many of her own conferences, but has played a big role in helping others sell out theirs. Kearn Cherry covers everything from how to structure your team, how to get sponsorships and what to look for in speakers… Basically everything you need to know to put butts in seats! You aren’t goin...2020-05-1343 min
Chasing Simple Marketing for EntrepreneursEpisode 003: How to Deliver a Transformation with Story with Jessica Rasdall
Welcome back friend! I’m so glad you’re here! In this episode, I have another amazing guest for you to learn from. And I’ve got to be honest, I totally had a huge fan girl moment when she agreed to the interview, and also the whole time we were talking. This lady is so smart, and I LOVE popping her podcast into my earbuds. I won’t leave you in suspense any longer ….. today I’m chatting with Jessica Rasdall.
Jessica Rasdall is a Motivational Speaker, Best Selling Author, Public Speaking Strategist and the host of The Speak...2020-05-0432 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 107 - How to Thrive with Audio (ft. Meghan Maydel)If you're listening to this podcast, chances are you listen to other podcasts and have possibly even considered hosting your own podcast. You’ve probably wondered how to go about not sounding like everybody else. You don't want to add to the noise in your industry; you want to craft a message that stands out and connects with your ideal clients. In this episode, I've brought in my dear friend Megan Maydel to help us understand what we can do right now in the thick of a pandemic to scale and market our business without having to sp...2020-04-2939 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 106 Growing vs Scaling What's the difference?Many businesses operate under the impression that bigger is better with the thought that the larger you get, the more likely you are to be a subject matter expert in your industry. I’m here to tell you that this logic doesn’t always hold true. I’m recording this episode in the middle of a pandemic - a lot of small businesses have been hit really hard. Many of us are evaluating what’s working, what isn’t, and considering changes and shifts in their businesses. The words growing and scaling are likely flying around your zoom calls or slack ch...2020-04-2322 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 105 Protecting Your Speech (ft. Joey Vitale)I am so excited that you're here because today we're talking all about protecting your public speaking content. If you joined us last week, we mapped out our signature frameworks and identified the repeatable process you can take your audience through, whether that's in a coaching program, an online course, or from the stage to deliver a transformation. Your signature framework is something you worked hard on and is extremely valuable and proprietary. Today we're talking about how to protect your content so you can share it confidently without holding back from your audience. To do this I've brought...2020-04-1529 min
Strategy Hour | Online Marketing for Business GrowthHow to Share a Story Your Audience Actually Cares About with Jessica RasdallToday on the show we have Jessica Rasdall, a motivational speaker, bestselling author, public speaking strategist, and host to the Speak to Scale Podcast to talk to us about crafting your story for the virtual stage. Now that we are homebound and communicating with our audiences online, we can do with some help when it comes to showing up as ourselves and helping people rather than just have a self-serving online presence. You’ve heard the vulnerability piece – that you need to be relatable and reveal your “humanness” to your followers, but what is the right amount of sharing? Jess...2020-04-0944 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 104 Creating Your Signature Framework for Public SpeakingIn this episode of the Speak to Scale Podcast we're covering your “signature framework”, which is the unique approach I take when it comes to helping you craft your talk. If the words “signature framework” seem a little foreign to you, don't worry. You've probably heard of this before, but it may have been referred to differently. I truly believe that once you nail down this part of public speaking, everything else with speaking becomes easier. In an age when anyone can stand up a website and call themselves an expert, this framework will ensure you stand out from your com...2020-04-0820 min
The Content Experiment Podcast034: Speaking Your Story with Jessica RasdallSpeaking can help you connect with new audiences, demonstrate your expertise and develop a new way to deliver your message. But speaking does not have to look like you standing on a stage in front of a big audience. (You’re welcome.) This week on the Stories in Small Business podcast, Jessica Rasdall is sharing her tips on using speaking to grow your audience and your business. You’ll learn how to leverage opportunities to benefit your audience and your own business. She shares how to decide which speaking events are best for you, what type of spea...2020-04-0652 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 103 - Creating a Virtual PresentationWe are in a strange time right now and with so many businesses being forced to move online, a lot of our speaking presentations are getting moved online too. I'm sure you've noticed a big uptick in virtual summits and Facebook lives. People are presenting their content in a way they didn't before and that's great because it means more people than ever are getting to digest your content and receive your message. This shift is going to allow you to create a bigger ripple effect than you did before. This is a great opportunity for you to transform...2020-04-0122 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 102 Coronavirus and Public SpeakingStages have always been the fastest way to increase your credibility and convert in-person. Whether you're speaking at conferences, retreats, workshops, network events, or you're taking the virtual route with webinars, live streams, summits, or podcasts... there is no shortage of places for you to share your message. What do we do when those opportunities are impacted beyond our control? What do we do when an unexpected crisis strikes and we're left to navigate cancelations and postponed events? After spending the last 14 years traveling the country sharing my story, I've had a few unexpected curveballs and learned...2020-03-2522 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 101: Behind the scenes of pivoting in business (ft. Alisha Robertson)As somebody who has hosted a few events focused on public speaking for business, I can tell you that it is equally terrifying and exciting. In this world of social media, we only get a tiny snippet of an entrepreneur’s voyage from their infancy to the strategic pivot point of hosting events. We don’t get to see all of the behind the scenes trials, tribulations and hard work it takes to arrive at a place in your business where you’re ready to host an event. In today's episode, I brought in my friend Alicia Robertson from “Living O...2020-03-1835 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 100 The Best of Speak to ScaleWelcome to episode 100 of the Speak To Scale Podcast!! Queue the confetti! I cannot believe we are here. When I started this podcast, I was preparing for maternity leave with my second child and I was looking for a way to consistently show up and pour into my audience during maternity leave. Here we are 100 episodes later and I'm so grateful that we started the podcast because it is one of the most fun and rewarding things in my business! I asked our team, our listeners and our clients what their favorite episodes are and I've pulled together a...2020-03-1119 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 99: Virtual Summit Email list ethics (ft. Ashlyn Carter)In this episode, we’re having a conversation about public speaking for business at virtual summits and protecting the integrity of your email list. I know as a business owner we truly want to serve people well. We want speaking opportunities we can show up to and pour into our audience, but sometimes we don't know how to identify if a virtual summit is going to be a good fit for us, especially when we're asked to share all of the summit information with our email list (that we are really trying to serve and protect). To unpack this su...2020-03-0437 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 98 Public Speaking Tips from Unexpected PlacesDo you ever see examples of your work out in the real world and wonder if anybody else notices? That's how I am when it comes to speaking. I see incredible examples of public speaking out in everyday life not happening on a stage and always feel compelled to share the lessons I take away from those scenarios with my audience. Recently, one of those places was in a spin class I started taking. I’m excited to share some of the insightful teachable moments from that spin class so that you can start to be more cognizant of pu...2020-02-2621 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 97 Developing a Content Strategy for Speaking (ft.Abby Herman)I know that many of you are at a season in your business where you really want to be seen as the go to thought leader, but you're not exactly sure how to make your content work for you. You want to make sure you're speaking to the right people, giving them what they need and not overloading your plate with unnecessary tasks. In this episode we're going to unpack exactly how to determine what your content strategy should look like: who are you creating content for, what our audience needs from you, and how to make it all...2020-02-1934 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp. 96 Why Talent is Not EnoughThis episode is for the exceptionally talented person in their industry who has been grinding away in their business doing incredible work. I’m willing to bet you're probably your industry's best-kept secret. You want to use speaking for business but remain hidden behind the scenes because you’re waiting for opportunities rather than seeking them out. I happen to know that some of the greatest talents in all of our industries are sitting dormant instead of driving change and sharing incredible messages. They have their heads down grinding away on the day to day operations but haven't stepped up o...2020-02-1214 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 95 - Why Your Speaking Topic Doesn't MatterWelcome back! A lot of us are terrified to look wrong or less than perfect. We waste precious time and miss out on great speaking opportunities because we’re being overly perfectionist about selecting the right speaking topic. What if I told you that it's NOT your speaking topic that converts. It doesn't matter how good your talk is... it will only convert if it's being delivered in front of the right audience. Instead of spinning your wheels about a specific topic, focus on your people. Zero in on the audience you are meant to serve and love speaking to...2020-02-0511 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 94 - How to Make Video Work for You (ft. Marvin Flavien)It is no secret that video plays a huge role in how we connect with our audience. It allows us to make fast connections, answer burning questions, and gives our audience a taste of what it's like to work with us. As speakers, it certainly makes sense that we tap into this valuable resource to make deep connections with our audience as well as decision makers who could book us to speak. I have brought in a friend and one of our Speaker Circle members Marvin Flavien to share exactly how you can leverage video to market your business...2020-01-2929 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 93 - How to Outsource Your Pitching (ft. The Chad)Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of the speak to scale podcast. In this episode we're talking all about how to outsource your pitching for getting featured on podcasts. As business owners, it’s always preached to us that we need to outsource things in our business to free up time to and stay in our zone of genius. I completely agree with this theory, but when it comes to pitching podcasts we've been sold a lie. We've been told that we should hire some agency or assistant to get our message in front of as many podcasts as...2020-01-2219 min
The Modern Creative77. How to Use Speaking to Scale Your Creative Business | Jessica RasdallIf you’re looking for new ways to get more visibility in your business, speaking may be for you. We’re chatting with Jessica Rasdall about how you can incorporate a speaking strategy in your creative business to attract your tribe, create connection, and scale your business through public speaking.
Jessica Rasdall is a Motivational Speaker, Best Selling Author, Public Speaking Strategist and the host of The Creative Speaker Podcast. She partners with small business owners to craft stories and presentations that connect with their audience and convert from the stage. Jessica has shared her story of turn...2020-01-2131 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 92 - How to Balance Speaking with a Full-Time Job (ft. Kari Roberts)Time management is one of the most crucial skills when it comes to succeeding in entrepreneurship. In this episode we’re discussing how to balance speaking with a full time job. I have brought in my friend and one of our Academy members, Carrie Roberts, who is a business coach for people who have a side hustle in their business. She’s going to pull back the curtains and show us how she balances a full time job with a side business while still finding the time to use speaking to scale her business. She does a great job of gi...2020-01-1538 min
The Speak to Scale PodcastEp 91 - Should you pay to speakHappy new year! This is our first episode of 2020 and I could not be more excited to ring in the new year and help you get set up for success to leverage speaking to scale your business. Today I want to answer a question that I actually get quite often, which is “should I pay to speak?”. Have you ever been put in a position where you were told about an incredible speaking opportunity and then you found out that in order to speak at the event you were going to have to make an investment? It might seem a li...2020-01-0814 min