31m ·
Published
25 Aug 11:00
Are you struggling to create a clear brand message? One a 10-year old can understand? No matter how long you’ve been in business, messaging is tough! Especially if you’re not a professional marketer. In this episode, Deirdre Van Nest gets solutions from Casey Fuerst, the owner of Tic Tac Toe Marketing and a StoryBrand Certified … Continue reading 16. 7 Steps To Creating a Clear Brand Message That Turns Prospects Into Clients With Casey Fuerst →
39m ·
Published
11 Aug 11:00
Do you have a book inside you that’s aching to get out? Of course you do! Well, you’re in luck because the Crazy Good Talks® Blueprint will give you the guidance and structure to write it. In this episode, Deirdre Van Nest is joined by Ross Marino CFP®, the founder and chief executive officer at … Continue reading 15. Writing a Book Using the Crazy Good Talks® Blueprint With Ross Marino →
18m ·
Published
28 Jul 11:00
When you’re presenting, do you feel pressured to fill every space with words? A lot of professionals feel this way. They believe that if they pause, they’re giving the audience “nothing.” In this episode of Crazy Good Talks®, Deirdre Van Nest explains why the opposite is true. You will discover why taking a pause is … Continue reading 14. How to Master the Power of the Pause in Your Presentations →
19m ·
Published
14 Jul 11:00
What’s the difference between a good speaker and a Crazy Good Speaker? In this episode, Deirdre Van Nest shares four trade secrets that Crazy Good Speakers use to stand out and own the room every time they speak. Whether you’re a new speaker, seasoned speaker, or somewhere in between, these are tips you can use … Continue reading 13. So What Does It Actually Take To Be a Crazy Good Speaker? →
23m ·
Published
30 Jun 11:00
“To script or not to script?” Do you ever ask yourself this question as you prepare for a Crazy Good Talk®? In this episode, Deirdre Van Nest helps you decide which approach to take for your next speaking engagement –– and why (hint: It’s all about keeping your audience’s attention!). She also dispels the myth … Continue reading 12. To Script or Not to Script? How To Know Which Approach Will Keep Your Audience’s Attention →
36m ·
Published
16 Jun 11:00
Have you ever had tons of people register for your event, but then, only a few people actually show up? It’s frustrating. Especially when you’ve prepared a Crazy Good Talk®. Help is here! Whether you’re an advisor, thought leader, or executive, this episode is for you. Deirdre Van Nest talks with Brad Swineheart, senior vice … Continue reading 11. 5 Strategies To Get More People To Attend Your Events With Brad Swineheart →
28m ·
Published
02 Jun 11:00
Did you know that breathing is a secret weapon for decreasing anxiety and increasing your effectiveness as a presenter? In fact, when used daily, this secret weapon will give you more peace of mind and help you be more successful in all areas of your life. In this episode of the Crazy Good Talks® Podcast, … Continue reading Episode 10 – The Secret Weapon for Decreasing Your Speaking Jitters — with Jesse Tordsen →
26m ·
Published
19 May 11:00
Contrary to popular belief, one of the ways even the best presentations can be derailed is by closing with a Q and A session. If you are presenting like this, it is absolutely time to make a change! In this episode of the Crazy Good Talks® Podcast, Deirdre Van Nest shares why it’s a mistake … Continue reading Episode 9 – Never, ever end your presentation with a Q & A session. Never! →
41m ·
Published
05 May 07:00
What if you could become one of the best professional keynote speakers in the entire world? What would that journey look like, and how would you want to be remembered? In this episode of the Crazy Good Talks® Podcast, Deirdre Van Nest sits down with Craig Valentine, MBA, an award-winning professional speaker, and speech coach. … Continue reading Episode 8 – Speak To Be Remembered — with Craig Valentine, MBA →
27m ·
Published
21 Apr 03:00
Your ability to build trust and emotional connection may not be as easy to quantify, but research shows, to the consumer, these qualities are MORE important than competency. In this episode of Crazy Good Talks®, Deirdre sits down with Joey Davenport, International speaker and president of Hoopis Performance Network. Joey and Deirdre share the top … Continue reading Episode 7 – The Blind Spot of Building Trust — with Guest Joey Davenport →