The Messaging Mistake That Costs Speakers Stages
Couch To Podium Podcast
Youâve got the credentials. Youâve got the passion. But if your message isnât clear and compelling, youâll keep getting passed over. In this episode, weâre unpacking the #1 messaging mistake thatâs costing brilliant speakers real opportunities. Spoiler: Itâs not your experience. Itâs how youâre positioning it. Youâll learn: Why your current brand message isnât sticking How to connect your story to what event planners actually book for If youâre tired of being overlooked even though you know youâre qualified, this episode is your reset. ...
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3 Free Places That Built My Business When Nobody Was Paying Me to Speak
Couch To Podium Podcast
If youâre sitting on your gift waiting for a check to show up before you speak, youâre playing the wrong game. There was one shift I made that changed the way I do business: I stopped looking at the front-end money and focused on the back-end strategy. Hereâs what I did and what you can do too: đĽ I started speaking for free on purpose in rooms that made sense for my offer. These 3 places? Solid gold: 1ď¸âŁ Chamber of Commerce â Monthly trainings with real decision-makers. 2ď¸âŁ Churches â Safe, trust-filled spaces where people are hungry for growth....
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Why Your Business Success Hinges on Energy, Not Effort with Lachelle Barnett
Couch To Podium Podcast
What if everything you've been taught about entrepreneurial success is actually sabotaging your business? In this provocative conversation, LaChelle Barnettâlicensed therapist, business consultant and founder of The Entrepreneurs Couch, she dismantles the glorified hustle narrative that's leaving entrepreneurs burned out and traumatized. Drawing from five years in the online coaching industry and her expertise in entrepreneurial trauma, LaChelle challenges conventional wisdom with the radical notion that feeling good in your business isn't just possibleâit's essential. Discover why most...
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Maximize Your Therapy Practice: The Power of Outsourcing
Couch To Podium Podcast
Are administrative tasks stealing your time and energy? As a therapist, your focus should be on helping your clientsânot drowning in the never-ending grind of scheduling, billing, marketing, and documentation. Yet, for so many therapists, these tasks consume valuable hours, leaving little room for personal growth, building a speaking career, or even enjoying a work-life balance. In this episode, we dive into the challenges therapists face when they try to do it all. Olivia Baylor, LGBTQ Affirmative Therapist and owner of Life Revisions Counseling LLC, shares how outsourcing transformed her...
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Travel, Work, Thrive: Running Your Insurance-Based Therapy Practice Anywhere with Kym Tolson
Couch To Podium Podcast
đď¸đ§New Podcast!đ¨ In this episode of Couch to Podium Podcast, Dr. Laura Louis interviews Kym Tolson, an online therapist whoâs mastered the art of running an insurance-based therapy practice while traveling the world. Kym shares her expert strategies for balancing work and adventure, teaching other therapists how to stay connected with their clients no matter where they are. If you've ever dreamed of running a flexible, location-independent practice, Kymâs insights are a must-listen. And, if youâre ready to take the next step in building a profitable speaking...
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Therapy to Leadership: Building Your Counseling Agency with Alison Pidgeon
Couch To Podium Podcast
đď¸ NEW PODCAST EPISODE! đ¨ Are you ready to take your therapy practice to the next level? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Alison Pidgeon, CEO of Move Forward Counseling LLC, as she reveals her journey from therapist to agency owner. In this episode, Alison shares her hard-earned wisdom on the rewards and challenges of transforming your practice into a successful counseling agency. Discover essential strategies for laying a strong foundation, building an exceptional team, and navigating the legal and operational complexities. Whether you're contemplating this leap or are...
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Are you attracting speaking gigs through LinkedIn?
Couch To Podium Podcast
đď¸đ§New Podcast!đ¨ Are you a professional speaker looking to land more engagements? Join us as we sit down with LinkedIn expert Adriane Simpson, CEO and founder of The LinkedIn Pros, a LinkedIn strategy and transition agency for executives and entrepreneurs who want to transition to more revenue and more income. Sheâs an expert at helping business owners position their brands for greater and helping professional clients secure their next high-paying role. On this podcast interview, Adriane will uncover the secrets of creating a magnetic LinkedIn profile...
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Streamline, Scale, and Stand Out: Transforming Your Business with Rick Meekins
Couch To Podium Podcast
Are you a business owner facing stagnant growth, operational inefficiencies, and a marketing strategy that just isnât breaking through the noise? Youâre not alone, but this podcast episode can make a difference. In this episode, I sit down with Rick Meekins, an expert in streamlining operations, scaling businesses, and creating brands that standouts. Rick has a passion for helping entrepreneurs and small business owners build the infrastructure and strategies needed for sustainable growth. Packed with practical advice and actionable insights, youâll walk away with tips you can apply...
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From Pitch to Profit: Here's How to Master the Art of Scaling Your Speaking Business with Cori Foster
Couch To Podium Podcast
đď¸đ§ New Episodeđ¨ Ready to elevate your speaking career? Join us on today's episode with Cori Foster, CEO of IROC Marketable Business Solutions where we break down the secrets to growing your speaking business. In this episode, we'll chat about how to pitch effectively, keep the conversation going with smart follow-ups, and other tips to help you scale up. Whether youâre just starting out or looking to expand your reach, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you thrive. Tune in and get inspired to take your speaking business to new heights! If you want to...
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Unlocking Media Opportunities: What You're Doing Wrong
Couch To Podium Podcast
đď¸đ§New Podcast!đ¨ Are you unknowingly sabotaging your media pitches? đ¤ Could a simple mistake be holding you back from landing media opportunities? In this episode, Dr. Alduan Tartt, a leading psychologist and media expert, reveals a common but often overlooked error that many speakers make when pitching themselves. to the media! Donât let this misstep stand between you and your next big breakâtune in to find out what you need to avoid and what you need to do to land those media opportunities. đ§Now playing in Apple Podcast,...
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"If you're making money but for the wrong purpose..." - Taurea Avant
In this eye-opening episode, we sat down with Taurea Avant, a multi-self-published author, international speaker, and business educator who's challenging the way we think about success.
Join us as we explore:
⢠Why making money isn't enough - and what really matters
⢠How Taurea aligns her business with her deeper purpose
⢠Practical tips for infusing meaning into your entrepreneurial journey
Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this conversation will make you rethink your definition of success.
Discover how to build a business that not only fills your bank account but also feeds your soul. It's time to ask yourself: Are you making money for the right reasons?
This isn't just another business talk - it's a call to redefine what truly matters in your entrepreneurial journey.