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08 Jun 11:00
Do you know that feeling when you take on too much at once and feel like you’re spinning a million plates that could fall and break any second? Deirdre Van Nest knows this feeling all too well. The way to get out of this chaos is knowing when to say NO. With this in mind, … Continue reading 35. How Saying ‘No’ Can Create New Opportunities in Your Business →
23m ·
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25 May 11:00
Humans have been using storytelling to communicate, pass on knowledge and connect for thousands of years. But, did you know that when you share your wisdom and stories, and package them in the right way, your stories actually become assets in your business? In this episode, Deirdre Van Nest has a conversation with John LoDuca, … Continue reading What it means to be a Thought Leader With John LoDuca Part 2. (Ep 34) →
34m ·
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11 May 11:00
A ‘Thought Leader’ has the ability to transform people, industries, and sometimes even the world. In order to be considered a thought leader you must voice (or pen) original ideas AND you must differentiate yourself through a unique process. In this episode, Deirdre Van Nest speaks with John LoDuca, founder of Playbook Builder, about how to … Continue reading What It Means To Be a Thought Leader With John LoDuca Part 1. (Ep 33) →
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27 Apr 11:00
Remote work has opened up a whole new world of opportunities. But, there is still some resistance and fear from business owners who are not comfortable moving to this new way of working. The truth is if you’re not willing to provide at least some remote options, you will not be competitive when it comes … Continue reading Top Secrets to Effectively Leading a Remote Team with Andrea Schlapia (Ep 32) →
30m ·
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13 Apr 11:00
Most people think their presentation starts when they take the stage, but it actually starts at your introduction. A Crazy Good introduction paves the way for you and is just as important as the presentation itself. Why? Your introduction needs to be compelling so your audience is primed and excited to hear what you have … Continue reading How to Get People Excited to Hear You Speak-Even Before You Take the Stage (Ep 31) →
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30 Mar 11:00
Just saying the word…Video. Strikes fear in hearts of even the most courageous advisors and entrepreneurs. In addition to hearing your inner critic tell you how bad you look and sound, if you’re not a video expert, filming, editing, and producing a video can be really intimidating! Plus, it’s easy to make mistakes. That’s why … Continue reading Top 10 Tips for Crazy Good Videos With Laura Garfield (Ep. 30) →
30m ·
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16 Mar 11:00
Would you believe that the subject matter of a great story is almost irrelevant? What makes a story great and what can RUIN it… is all in the editing! Finding the right details in a story to capture the audience’s attention and relate to the presentation’s topic is much more important than having an action-packed … Continue reading Why “Killing your Darlings” Is Absolutely Critical in Storytelling (Ep 29) →
29m ·
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02 Mar 11:00
Do you want to know the secret behind the success of Michael Kitces, one of the most sought-after speakers and thought leaders in his industry? Through consistency, practice, and following specific communication strategies, Michael has become the legend he is today. In this episode, Michael talks to Deirdre and reveals the strategies he uses to … Continue reading How One Presentation Started a Digital Empire With Michael Kitces Part 2 (Ep 28) →
27m ·
Published
16 Feb 11:00
Imagine if one presentation could change your life forever. That’s exactly what happened to Michael Kitces, one of the most sought after speakers and thought leaders in the financial services industry. But if you’re an entrepreneur, don’t tune out. This episode is for you too because even though Michael’s an advisor, at his core, he’s … Continue reading How One Presentation Started a Digital Empire With Michael Kitces Part 1 (Ep 27) →
22m ·
Published
02 Feb 10:00
One of the biggest challenges a presenter has is grabbing the attention of your audience from the first words out of your mouth. In this episode of Crazy Good Talks®, Deirdre will teach you how to inspire your audience and hook them at the beginning of every presentation both virtually and in person. In this … Continue reading REPLAY – How to Grab Attention from the First Words Out of Your Mouth →