How I Prepare to Get On Stage at Events - Ep. 3
Win Fast Win Often with Mike Claudio
Release Date: 11/19/2025
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info_outlineIn Episode 3, Mike Claudio pulls back the curtain on how he prepares to walk on stage and deliver high-impact talks at events. Instead of scripting word-for-word or obsessing over a rigid outline, Mike shares the simple framework that keeps him clear, confident, and powerful every time he speaks.
Drawing inspiration from something he once heard from Ed Mylett—
“Tell them what you’re going to tell them.
Tell them.
Tell them what you just told them.”
—Mike breaks down why this structure works and how he builds talks around outcomes, not paragraphs.
He explains why the most important part of public speaking isn’t the script, the slides, or even the energy—it’s knowing the desired outcome and deciding the action you want them to take when they leave the room.
This episode gives listeners a practical, repeatable blueprint for crafting talks that land, resonate, and create real transformation.