Shows
She CountsUnmuted: Turning Down the Self-Doubt, Turning Up the VolumeQuestian and Nancy sit down with Misty Megia of the Theatre of Public Speaking to explore why women so often stay muted—in meetings, on stages, and in their own heads. They unpack the roots of negative self-talk, why we're so much harsher on ourselves than we'd ever be with a friend, and how to bridge the gap between knowing something logically and feeling it emotionally. Misty shares specific techniques for moving past self-doubt and making self-promotion feel authentic instead of performative.SponsorsForwardly - https://www.forwardly.com/shecountsRe...
2026-01-281h 02
The BlissFULL LifeTaking Center Stage with Misty Megia | Ep 14In this episode Regina is joined by Misty Megia, an award-winning corporate Speaker, Creative Director and Founder of The Theatre of Public Speaking (ToPS) program. Regina and Misty discuss:The importance of championing women in leadership roles.The impact of theater on communication skills and the significance of body language in presentations. Misty's journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship and her recent experience as a creative director on an upcoming film. Finding bliss in everyday life through intentional choices.And much more!🌟CONNECT WITH REGINA:Connect on Instagram @reg...
2025-08-0157 min
She CountsDo It AnywayNancy and Questian dive deep into the difference between fearlessness and courage, sharing vulnerable stories: about becoming a dancer at age 40, speaking to a room of hundreds of people, and starting their own businesses. They explore why saying "don't be afraid" misses the point—true courage isn't the absence of fear, but choosing to act despite it. From imposter syndrome to asking for money, they discuss the specific fears women in accounting face and offer practical tools, such as: affirmations; breaking down scary tasks; remembering your “why”; and borrowing confidence from mentors.SponsorsForwardly - http...
2025-07-021h 06
MyCOREConversation No. 019 w/ Misty Megia | Lights, Camera, LeadershipLeadership Lessons You Can’t ScriptThis week on The MyCORE Podcast, I’m sitting down with Misty Megia for a conversation that proves leadership isn’t just about boardrooms and spreadsheets—it’s about owning the stage, both in business and in life.Misty, a powerhouse who’s taken her passion for theater and turned it into a thriving career in leadership, shares her journey from shy kid to confident CEO. We dive deep into the transformative power of performance art, how to find your voice, and why being seen a...
2025-04-281h 53
Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis154. Corporate burnout, with Regina Lawless and Misty MegiaBurnout is real, and it’s something a huge percentage of people will experience in their lives. In this week’s episode with former head of DEI at Instagram Regina Lawless and public speaking expert Misty Megia, we dig into what burnout is, how to recognize it, and what to do about it.
Regina is also a past client whose book is a wonderful read if you’re experiencing a big personal shift, including grief, loss, burnout, or other big challenges—or just want to read a great book.
Misty Megia CEO and creative director is a bus...
2024-09-0435 min
Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis117. Behind the scenes: How I work with authorsI recently hosted an author celebration and meetup for my clients and students. It was a beautiful celebration of the amazing authors I get to work with, and I left overflowing with gratitude. I had such a good time that I was inspired to record a podcast episode with a look behind the scenes at the work I do with authors.
In this solo episode, I share:
A recap of the community meetup (it was so good!)
Why I’m so passionate about growing authors
How I work with authors, including my Idea-to-Draft Accelerator and Author Me...
2023-12-0622 min
The House of PodEpisode 206 - GlossophobiaKaveh is joined by public speaking coach Misty Scachtell-Megia to discuss tips and strategies for managing the fear of public speaking.Send your questions and comments to hopquestions@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-211h 13
I Hardly Know Her!083: Using Body Language and Self Awareness to Tell Your Story with Guest, Misty Megia
Misty Megia is a CEO and Creative Producer Director of the ToP Speaker program for executives. As a Creative Director she helps high achieving speakers with curating and topic ideation, develop outstanding delivery techniques, build their personal branding and supports all stages of the final production. She brings over 25+ years in representing companies and organizations globally and 20+ years as a professional actor and director. Misty mentions Malcolm Gladwell, check out his podcast Revisionist History on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, or Stitcher.
Follow on IG: @TheatreofPublicSpeaking; FB: @mistymegia ; LinkedIn: @mistymegia & @TheatreofPublicSpeaking.
2023-10-0642 min
Accountants Law PodDeveloping Professional Confidence with Misty MegiaLynda and Sarah have been working with Misty Megia, CEO and Creative Director of Theatre of Public Speaking, to grow their skills as presenters and public speakers and have found that working with Misty has also grown their professional confidence as business owners.
In today's episode, Misty walks us through how to present our most confident and professional selves.
Through her work, Misty shows individuals and teams step by step skills to present to any size audience from the boardroom to the keynote stage. Misty has been honored with various awards including, after three short...
2023-08-2454 min
Accounting High134 Smile to Inspire and Reignite your Fire (feat. Alex Miles aka Ms. Smiles) | #SocialStudiesEpisode 134
In this episode of Accounting High, host Scott interviews Ms Smiles aka Alex Miles, a social media marketer and former employee of T-Sheets. Alex talks about her journey from high school pranks to her passion for social media marketing, and how she used her skills to connect with others and brighten their days. She also shares insights into the power of community, the importance of being authentic on social media, and the value of in-person meetups. Alex's infectious energy and positive attitude make this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to find their own passion and...
2023-04-271h 46
The Concierge CPA23 - Being Present with Mariette Martinez and Misty MegiaYour host, Jackie Meyer, talks with IRS Enrolled Agent Mariette Martinez and the CEO and Creative Director of the Theatre of Public Speaking, Misty Megia. Mariette is a small business advisor and public educator helping Entrepreneurs thrive by sharing the importance of small business financial management and leveraging technology to improve their processes. Misty is a Creative Director for high-achieving leaders who want to unmute themselves and give presentations that move people. She aligns theatre with the corporate world, helping your speech remain alive in the memory of your audience, and persuading investors, executives, teams, and peers to take...
2023-04-1750 min
Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis82. How to set yourself up as an expert, with Misty MegiaNot only is Misty a dear friend, but she’s also a lighthouse for women around the world. We recently hosted a conversation live on LinkedIn that ended up being so powerful I had to share it again on my podcast. It’s short—about twenty minutes—and so inspiring.
Listen to this week’s episode on how to set yourself up as an expert.
In our conversation, we also talk about the transition from expert to thought leader and how to fully step into your powerful purpose.
Learn more about Misty:
www.mistym...
2023-03-1520 min
Accounting High091 Use Your FOMO for Good | #VarsityEpisode 91 | Recorded January 6, 2023Â
Put your party pants on because it's time for a #VarsityParty with the Queen and Kings of party FOMO. Your favorite Accounting High trio is back and reviewing the last half of their 2022. Kenji Nikole and Scott are here to ChatGPT all about their lessons learned throughout their busiest year of travel to date. From airports to conferences to the reason you probably shouldn't ever let Scotty order spicy food at a restaurant, this episode is sure to give you a good laugh. Join us for the party to find out what Kenji's favorite m...
2023-01-091h 21
Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis66. How to deliver a phenomenal virtual keynote—and recover from business disaster with Misty Megia (replay)Misty Megia is a creative producer extraordinaire who has helped craft and produce keynotes on some of the biggest stages in the world. After leaving her high-profile Fortune 500 position on February 26, 2020, to start her own company, Misty lost $85,000 in contracts in one day as events around the US were cancelled due to the pandemic—income she’d been counting on for the first few months of her new enterprise. Quickly, she reframed the situation, came up with a new strategy, and took action, applying insights from helping tech companies reach multi-hundred-million-dollar exits. Today, she helps speakers and event producers crea...
2022-08-2443 min
All Things GrowthWhy Leaders Need to Be Intentional StorytellersDo you become paralyzed by fear whenever you have to present your metrics or have one-on-one client meetings? Did you know this fear might not be related to speaking at all? You might need to improve your listening skills and learn how to connect with clients through storytelling. Â In this episode, we are talking to Misty Megia about how she combined her experience in the theatre and business world to assist high-achieving leaders who want to deliver powerful presentations. Â 3 reasons to listen to the complete episode:Â Learn how Misty used her...
2022-06-211h 00
The SmallBizChat with Melinda EmersonGetting Started with Speaking with Misty MegiaIn this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Misty Megia about overcoming the fear of public speaking, securing speaking gigs, leveraging podcasts for practice, and strategies for positive self-talk. Megia shares her proven "NPR" formula to manage speaking anxiety and recommends programs for beginners.
(0:00) Welcome and Introduction to the Small Biz Chat podcast - Melinda Emerson
(1:39) Guest Introduction: Misty Megia's Background and Journey - Melinda Emerson
(5:12) Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking and Importance of Niche Content - Misty Megia
(9:08) Securing Speaking Gigs, Charging, and Practice Strategies - Misty Megia
(13:55) Leveraging Podcasts and Webinars for Speaking Practice - Misty Megia
(16:13) Building a...
2022-06-0121 min
Friday Night Live with Accountants Andrew Wall & Brad Celmainis2021 April 9 with Misty MegiaIt's Friday night and we are live with one of the most powerful women in accounting, Misty Megia!
2022-03-181h 00
The Thriving Solopreneur - with Janine BolonThe Thriving Solopreneur - Misty MegiaMisty Megia, is a CEO, and an amazing creative director and she thrives on being able to help people with her business strategy training. She has had 20 years of experience in marketing strategy, project management, public speaking, corporate branding, and channel marketing. She's one of those people you definitely want to have in your back pocket so that you can access the information and content she has.
Website: https://mistymegia.com/about-misty/
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2021-07-0930 min
The Janine Bolon ShowThe Thriving Solopreneur - Misty MegiaMisty Megia, is a CEO, and an amazing creative director and she thrives on being able to help people with her business strategy training. She has had 20 years of experience in marketing strategy, project management, public speaking, corporate branding, and channel marketing. She's one of those people you definitely want to have in your back pocket so that you can access the information and content she has.
Website: https://mistymegia.com/about-misty/
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2021-07-0930 min
Finding FearlessOvercoming the Challenge of Feeling Comfortable and Confident with Misty Megia - S2:E9Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Misty Megia on to share all of her best advice on speaking with confidence. Misty, the CEO and Creative Director of Theater of Marketing, has a unique blend of talents and skills from her 20+ years of experience in both theater and corporate speaking. Her fresh perspective shines both in her brand and in this episode. In this episode, Misty and I cover:- Finding your flow and what brings you energy- Why taking a pause is impo...
2021-04-0944 minBeyond Better with Stacy Ennis29. How to deliver a phenomenal virtual keynote and recover from business disaster with Misty MegiaMisty Megia is a creative producer extraordinaire who has helped craft and produce keynotes on some of the biggest stages in the world. After leaving her high-profile Fortune 500 position on February 26, 2020, to start her own company, Misty lost $85,000 in contracts in one day as events around the US were cancelled due to the pandemic—income she’d been counting on for the first few months of her new enterprise. Quickly, she reframed the situation, came up with a new strategy, and took action, applying insights from helping tech companies reach multi-hundred-million-dollar exits. Today, she helps speakers and event producers crea...
2020-12-0443 min
What's Your "And"?278: Misty Megia is a Creative Producer & Theater Nerd [podcast]Misty Megia returns to the podcast from episode 23 to talk about her shift in theater work as a director and producer. She also talks about how her work in theater has influenced her in the office to help executives make engaging presentations and be more thoughtful leaders!
2020-05-0819 min
Breaking BeliefsEpisode 33: The Power Of Positive Thinking: Your Mood Is 100% In Your Control With Misty Schachtell-MegiaThere’s no such thing as normal. Everyone’s got an issue and going through their own individual experiences. For Misty Schachtell-Megia, she was called painfully shy, and rightly so because it seemed she was always hiding behind people. Misty is now the CEO and Founder of Misty Megia, LLC. Today, she joins Amy Vetter to share how the power of positivity and being authentic has helped her in each of her pivots in her career. Learn how her background in dance and theater has helped her as an executive and entrepreneur.Love the show...
2020-04-2844 min
The Accounting PodcastAccounting for CoronavirusSponsorsClockShark: https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/clocksharkSplashtop: https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/splashtopBQE Succeed: https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/bqesucceedShow Notes02:57 Shark Tank host Barbara Corcoran loses $400,000 in a scam - CNN04:55 Email Scammers are Savvier, and More Successful than Ever - WSJ07:51 Los Angeles is now the least affordable housing market - Housing Wire10:59 SEC and PCAOB offer potential relief for audit firms in China amid coronavirus - Accounting Today11:49 Under Armour is Investigated for Accounting Fraud - Yahoo! Finance12:58 Intuit confirms that it is buying Credit Karma for $7.1B in cash and stock – TechCrunch13:23 TurboTax's Bi...
2020-03-0354 min
Green Room On Air with Ray RenatiCircle Mirror Transformation - Misty Megia and Emma NelsonCircle Mirror Transformation
by Annie Baker
Directed by Misty Megia
Livermore Arts
Tickets:Â https://lvpac.org/
Synopsis:
When four lost New Englanders enroll in Marty’s six-week-long community center drama class and begin to experiment with harmless games, hearts are quietly torn apart and tiny wars of epic proportions are waged and won. Circle Mirror Transformation is a charming and beautifully-crafted diorama, a petri dish in which we see, with hilarious detail and clarity, the antic sadness of a motley quintet.
Taught by Marty, their free-spirited and...
2019-11-2224 min
Friday Night Live with Accountants Andrew Wall & Brad Celmainis2019 #42 Final Recap of #QBCONNECT 2019Andrew Wall, Michael Ly, and Hector Garcia do a live recap of QuickBooks Connect on the last Friday of the conference, Special Cameos from our colleagues: Jacob Schroeder, Bob Wang, Wes Hackett, Liz Scott, and Misty Megia (Leader of QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program)!
(Pre-recorded live on Friday 11/08 in San Jose)
https://www.facebook.com/fnlaccountants/videos/425358394802721/
2019-11-1845 minFriday Night Live with Accountants Andrew Wall & Brad Celmainis2019 #39 Advisory Services with Misty Schachtell-MegiaIn this episode, Andrew and Hector talk to Misty Schachtell-Megia about what effective advisory services look like!
https://www.facebook.com/fnlaccountants/videos/521972981695226/
2019-10-281h 01
FLP, the Finance Leadership Podcast"Using Improv to Communicate and Collaborate Better" with Kristy West of BraveSpace (Atlanta, USA)."One of the things we do is teach people that they need to use what they have, and that is ENOUGH...before you get up to do give a speech or a talk, or deliver a message to someone."Â GBD66: Human Intelligence. Jennifer Gardner talks to improv facilitator, speaker and founder of BraveSpace, Kristy West. 1 in 4 people are terrified of speaking in public, sometimes rating it their 2nd biggest fear (next to death). Recognising that improv is about more than just 'stand up' comedy, Kristy's focus is to take improv off the stage and into the corporate e...
2019-07-1024 minFLP, the Finance Leadership Podcast"Using Improv to Communicate and Collaborate Better" with Kristy West of BraveSpace (Atlanta, USA)."One of the things we do is teach people that they need to use what they have, and that is ENOUGH...before you get up to do give a speech or a talk, or deliver a message to someone."Â GBD66: Human Intelligence. Jennifer Gardner talks to improv facilitator, speaker and founder of BraveSpace, Kristy West. 1 in 4 people are terrified of speaking in public, sometimes rating it their 2nd biggest fear (next to death). Recognising that improv is about more than just 'stand up' comedy, Kristy's focus is to take improv off the stage and into the corporate e...
2019-07-1024 min
Tax Rep Network with Eric Green47. The Virtual Tax Conference: A Conversation with Intuit’s Misty Megia by Tax Rep NetworkIn this podcast Eric sits down with Intuit’s Misty Megia to discuss the merger with TSheets, the upcoming foray into tax conferences by Intuit and other news tax practitioners need to be aware of as we start of 2019! Want to catch Eric and all the other terrific programs at the virtual tax conference? You can register absolutely FREE here!
2019-01-0822 min
The Authentic Accountant PodcastThe World is Your Stage with Misty MegiaMisty wanted to be a waitress!
Bottom line, early on Misty always knew she wanted to help people in some way, shape, or form.
She was a painfully shy child.
Then she started dancing. This was perfect, because she could express herself without having to speak to anyone.
Then she got into theater and found her voice.
This helped her learn how to connect with an audience at a deeper level.
The world is your stage.
It's all improv every day. You just never know what someone is going to throw at you.
Next Misty found herself working at a...
2018-10-1656 min
What's Your "And"?23: Misty Megia makes the workplace her stage [podcast]Misty makes the workplace her stage
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When she was growing up, Misty was so shy she used to hide behind her parents in family pictures. That all changed after taking an acting class. Now she regularly acts and directs theater shows while also working in business development in the accounting industry. Thank goodness we didn’t arm wrestle because CPA Practice Advisor named Misty as one of the Most Powerful Women in Accounting.
In this episode, we laugh. A lot. And then Misty talks about how when she began to open up at...
2016-04-0638 min