Standing Ovation

Why It's Critical to Use Examples The Audience Has Never Heard Aug 24, 2020

Unless you are just an extraordinary motivator on stage, at some point all speakers must provide EVIDENCE that the recommendations they are making to the audience actually work.

Legendary speaker Zig Ziglar used to say that the similar situation is the best way to make a sale. Show me somebody in my scenario who has benefitted from this solution, and I’m more likely to buy it, right?

Keynote speaker, author, entrepreneur, marketing consultant, and podcast host Mitch Joel includes a lot of evidence in his presentations, including a closing story about a man who was so successful in following Mitch’s advice, he changed his entire business model. You’ll hear all about this win in this episode of Standing Ovation!

Find out about:

Hear Mitch’s signature story about how a rare guitar shop went viral on YouTube
How Mitch came across the star of his signature story
How Mitch integrates this story into his keynotes
Why it’s important to tell stories that the audience can see themselves in
How Mitch uses visualization to remind him about his stories
Why speakers need to build their personal brand as a speaker
How Mitch uses other forms of his content as trial runs for his stories
The importance of preparing for your keynotes
How Mitch injects humor in his stories to let him know if the audience is really with him
Mitch shares his number one criticism for other speakers

Key Quotes:

“I collect stories…and integrate them into my master keynote”

“I like stories that are quirky, weird, and different, but also have the same message that a massive IT association event needs to hear”

“You need moments in your presentation to let you know the audience is really with you”

Connect with Mitch Joel

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How to Tie the Story Back to the Audience's Needs Aug 17, 2020

What do you think is possible in your speaking career? Could you do 40 paid events per year? Could you speak at the biggest events in the world? Could you have a hugely popular TED Talk? Could you make one million dollars a year as a speaker?

All of that is possible, and more.

Our guest on this episode of Standing Ovation is Hall of Fame keynote speaker and leadership expert, Mark Sanborn. Mark uses an outstanding closing story to demonstrate to his audiences that when it comes to what’s possible, they too often are living with artificial constraints.

Some of Mark’s best stories are best told over a beer or a bourbon, but he tells some good ones while on stage with a mic in hand too. This one is all about speed, and the nature of true potential!

Find out about:

Hear Mark’s fascinating signature story about speed and why most people never come close to their true potential
How Mark came up with this signature story
How Mark contextualizes his material and draws connections to his audience
How Mark would change his story if he was doing a 60-minute presentation
Why Mark enjoys getting the audience involved in his presentations
How audiences’ expectations from a keynote speaker have evolved over time
Why Mark decided to be a speaker at such a young age
How Mark finds new material for his stories

Key Quotes:

“A really good story transcends audiences and audience members.”

“We have not come close to our true potential and we are limited by our thinking because we look backwards instead of forwards.”

“When there’s a story that’s big enough to carry an entire concept or speech, those are the goldmines.”

Connect with Mark Sanborn

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The sponsor of this episode is Content 10x, the content repurposing experts who have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message.

Brand Builders Group can help you start building your personal brand by defining your message, clarifying your positioning, expanding your reach, and increasing your revenue! Just visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to request a free call!

Want to get better at the business of speaking? If so, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, a SYSTEM that anyone can use to get more gigs, get more repeat gigs, and increase their fees.

Only 25 slots are available for every bootcamp and Clappers can get $500 off the 3 Ring Circus bootcamp if you go to www.3ringcircus.com and use the promo code STANDING.

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How to Make it All About the Audience Aug 10, 2020

What is your actual job as a speaker and as a brand? To educate? To inform? To entertain? To make the audience feel good? Or, is it to make the audience feel good about themselves?

Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, author, and acclaimed branding expert Bruce Turkel would probably say the latter, and he tells a story on stage to back it up. Like all good stories, this one raises the stakes, because it involves Bruce’s wife!

Bruce Turkel is a master at telling stories and observing the truisms of life and business and tying them back to his audience. You’ll hear this signature story and gain lots of great insights into the life of a Keynote Speaker on this episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

Bruce shares his signature story that teaches a valuable lesson for brands and speakers alike
How Bruce develops the on-stage structure of his stories
How to put the audience at ease
Bruce shares his opinion on stories in books vs stories on stage
How Bruce uses sequences of his stories for his presentations
Why it’s important to find a way to keep track of the stories you share with different audiences
How Bruce started ‘The Marketing Minute’ on Instagram
Bruce shares how he stores ideas and moments of inspiration for great stories

Connect with Bruce

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

The sponsor of this episode is Content 10x, the content repurposing experts who have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message.

Brand Builders Group can help you start building your personal brand by defining your message, clarifying your positioning, expanding your reach, and increasing your revenue! Just visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to request a free call!

Want to get better at the business of speaking? If so, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, a SYSTEM that anyone can use to get more gigs, get more repeat gigs, and increase their fees.

Only 25 slots are available for every bootcamp and Clappers can get $500 off the 3 Ring Circus bootcamp if you go to www.3ringcircus.com and use the promo code STANDING.

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Differentiation Strategies from Lady Gaga Aug 03, 2020

What are you willing to do to stand out? How many chances will YOU take? Will you reinvent an entire product category, just to be different?

Lady Gaga would and she did. And keynote speaker and author Jackie Huba tells the story of the most unusual Lady Gaga perfume in her presentations.

You’ll hear all about it on this glamorous episode of Standing Ovation as Jackie Huba takes the stage to share a story about Lady Gaga and her ground-breaking product.

Find out about:

Hear Jackie’s signature story about Lady Gaga’s perfume
Why Jackie leaves the stage and goes into the crowd during her keynotes
What Lady Gaga can teach you about customer loyalty and standing out
How Jackie engages with her audience and gets people talking
How Jackie’s story performs with different audiences and countries
How Jackie uses a prop (the perfume) on stage
How Jackie captures new stories to add to her keynotes
The challenges that come when you tell personal stories on stage

Key Quotes:

“We need to create things worth talking about”

“I spent months preparing (for TEDx) because I had to learn how to speak about these things without looking like a blubbering mess”

Connect with Jackie

Watch Jackie’s TEDx Talk – Unleash the power of your inner drag queen

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

The sponsor of this episode is Content 10x, the content repurposing experts who have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message.

Brand Builders Group can help you start building your personal brand by defining your message, clarifying your positioning, expanding your reach, and increasing your revenue! Just visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to request a free call!

Want to get better at the business of speaking? If so, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, a SYSTEM that anyone can use to get more gigs, get more repeat gigs, and increase their fees.

Only 25 slots are available for every bootcamp and Clappers can get $500 off the 3 Ring Circus bootcamp if you go to www.3ringcircus.com and use the promo code STANDING.

For more information and to explore the show click here.

The Magic of Being YOU on stage Jul 27, 2020

Some of the most effective and impactful stories from speakers are when they are the butt of the joke; when their own foibles and uncertainties make the speaker more relatable to the audience, who can envision themselves doing the exact same thing.

Meredith Oliver is a Keynote Speaker, author, and sales and digital marketing expert, who often works with homebuilders and their teams. She’s been around a construction site or two in her day, and knows how things work (which is what makes her signature elevator story even funnier).

On this episode of Standing Ovation, you’ll hear Meredith’s hilarious story whereby she almost stripped herself naked at the National Speakers Association annual conference – INFLUENCE.

Find out about:

Hear Meredith’s funny story about the elevator at the National Speakers Association annual conference
How Meredith encourages her audience to participate during her presentations
A sneak peek into another hilarious signature story from Meredith
Why you should try to be more vulnerable and relatable on stage
How Meredith decides where to place her signature stories in a keynote
The benefits of building a speaker mastermind group and getting feedback from other professional speakers
Why Meredith is a big believer in scripting her keynotes

Key Quotes

“I didn’t understand how people reacted to my material…until you get a sample of all types of thought-processes, you don’t know what people are hearing”

“I’m a big believer in scripting out the beginning and end of a story”

Connect with Meredith

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Brand Builders Group can help you start building your personal brand by defining your message, clarifying your positioning, expanding your reach, and increasing your revenue! Just visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to request a free call!

Want to get better at the business of speaking? If so, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, a SYSTEM that anyone can use to get more gigs, get more repeat gigs, and increase their fees.

Only 25 slots are available for every bootcamp and Clappers can get $500 off the 3 Ring Circus bootcamp if you go to www.3ringcircus.com and use the promo code STANDING.

Our sponsor, Content 10x, the content repurposing experts who have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message.

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How to Add Bold Texture to Your Presentation Jul 20, 2020

Is it possible that your comfort zone is actually your danger zone? How willing are you to push it up, take a risk, and break through whatever stands in your way? Those are the questions Rob “Waldo” Waldman asks his audiences.

Rob is a Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, and retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and Fighter Pilot who has flown 65 combat missions. But even someone who has made a living being courageous and adventurous has to overcome very real fears.

You’ll hear what scared him, and what he did about it, as motivational keynote speaker Waldo Waldman takes the stage on this episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

Hear Waldo’s signature story of how he overcame his worst fear
How setbacks can be blessings in disguise
Why Waldo decided to share the scuba diving story on stage
How Waldo adds more ‘texture’ to his stories
Why speakers must emulate the same philosophies they share on stage
What to look for in a speaking coach
Why you shouldn’t practice in front of your audience
How (and why) Waldo changes his rate of speaking and volume throughout his presentation
How to pick up tell-tale cues from the audience to help direct your presentation and keep the audience engaged

Connect with Waldo

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How to Tell Your Audience the Future Without Scaring Them to Death Jul 13, 2020

As speakers, we spend a lot of time and energy trying to get known and stay known. Websites, demo videos, outreach to meeting planners, search engine optimization, email newsletters, writing books - It’s a lot. And, maybe none of it matters very much?

Keynote speaker, author, and marketing consultant, Mark Schaefer, calls today’s relationship between companies and customers the ‘Third Rebellion’, and it changes everything about how organizations – even speakers – find and gain more customers.

You’ll hear about the Third Rebellion and a terrific example of how it works day-to-day on this episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

Hear Mark’s Third Rebellion story
Why great marketing is actually about telling great stories
The power of having a powerful story to share with your audience
The challenges that come with telling a story that didn’t actually happen to you
How Mark takes stories from his book and converts them into a keynote
How Mark injects laugh lines into his speeches
Why you need to be willing to learn from others as a professional speaker
How being more ‘theatrical’ on stage has helped Mark become a better teacher

Connect with Mark

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We have two sponsors of the show this week!

Brand Builders Group is a personal brand strategy firm for influencers and entrepreneurs. Their unique services are designed to help you start building your personal brand by defining your message, clarifying your positioning, expanding your reach, and increasing your revenue! Just visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to request a free call!

The sponsor of this episode is Content 10x, the content repurposing experts who have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message.

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How to Use a Prop the Right Way Jun 29, 2020

Speakers are on the road a lot, which naturally means that speakers often spend a great deal of time alone.

This solitude can produce several “interesting” superstitions, preferences and proclivities. By her own admission, Keynote Speaker Laurie Guest has a thing like that. She is an unabashed bottled water expert and takes her bottled water very, very seriously.

Laurie Guest tells the story of her obsession with a particular brand of water in her presentations, and we talk about her unique signature story all about water and how we package and position our products on this special episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

Hear Laurie’s famous story about bottled water and the power of good packaging
How Laurie uses her natural personality quirks in her presentations
Why you need to tighten your stories where possible
How Laurie introduced certain elements and ‘bits’ into her keynote
How to make the most out of a prop
Why speakers need to be open to new experiences
The value of coaching for professional speakers
How Laurie plans the different modules of her talks and presentation
Advice for speakers on finding the right pricing for their services

Connect with Laurie Guest

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

We have two sponsors of the show this week!

Brand Builders Group is a personal brand strategy firm for influencers and entrepreneurs. Their unique services are designed to help you start building your personal brand by defining your message, clarifying your positioning, expanding your reach, and increasing your revenue.

The second sponsor of this episode is Content 10x, the content repurposing experts who have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message.

For more information and to explore the show click here.

How to Tie a Story Back to the Audience's World Jun 22, 2020

When you tell a story, how often does the lightbulb go off in the heads of your audience?

Stephen Shapiro is a master at this. He speaks about innovation, but he doesn’t get bogged down in futurism like so many others. Instead, his stories of innovation are refreshingly relatable to the audience.

Hall of Fame Speaker, Stephen Shapiro, takes the stage on this episode of Standing Ovation and shares a signature story about the nightmare that is baggage claim at airports. He also shares his best tips to help clappers ‘keep it real' on stage.

Find out about:

Hear Stephen Shapiro’s story about problematic baggage claim at airports
How to keep you audience present
How to craft a story that you didn’t experience personally and make it your own
How Stephen keeps track of all of his stories
Technology that helps Stephen deliver incredible keynote presentations
How the expectations of audiences and event planners has changed
Why Stephen’s baggage claim story is so effective
Stephen shares his philosophy on coaching for speakers
How Stephen writes his books in relation to his speeches
How to know it’s time to write a new speech

Connect with Stephen Shapiro

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How to Spend 35 Years Perfecting a Story Jun 15, 2020

Well-traveled keynote speakers have a tendency to complain about the trials and tribulations of life on the road. You know, trivial things like dirty bed sheets, a poor Wi-Fi connection, blue cheese on your salad (even though you asked for none).

However, a few speakers have overcome so much more than mundane travel misfortunes. Some speakers, such as Hall of Fame keynote speaker Captain Charlie Plumb, have overcome real-world challenges that are almost unimaginable for the rest of us.

Captain Charlie Plumb is a Former Fighter Pilot, six-year prisoner of war and a Keynote Speaker who was ejected from his plane behind enemy lines and spent six long years in a Vietnamese prisoner of war camp. Hear his life-changing story about a man who had a very special role to play in that fateful flight as legendary speaker, Charlie Plumb, takes the stage on this episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

Hear Captain Charlie Plumb’s ‘Packing Parachutes’ story
How to take your stories and apply them to your presentation
What holds speakers back from believing in their stories
Why it’s important to move the action along in a story and make it as concise as possible
How Charlie keeps his story fresh - even after 35 years of telling it!
Tips for tying your story back to the audience
Why Charlie became a keynote speaker
How Charlie integrates new stories into his presentations

Connect with Captain Charlie Plumb:

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What Happens in the Dark Makes the Best Stories Jun 10, 2020

Heroes are at the center of our stories… but what about antiheroes? Christine Cashen shares stories that don’t paint her in the finest of lights, all in the name of her mission to stop the world whining.

Every speaker needs humility, but Christine takes it to a different level – not least in her signature story about a literal run in with a former President. You can’t get much more cringe-inducing than nearly knocking George W Bush off stage!

So how does fighting the fear of poking fun at yourself work to the audience’s benefit? And what can we, as speakers, learn from Christine’s novel approach to heroes and antiheroes?

In this episode, find out about:

How Christine adapts stories to fit a conversational style vs a scripted style
Why observational humor increases empathy and how to add humor to your presentations and stories
How Christine walks the dangerous road of bringing politics into speaking
Christine’s method for keeping track of her stories and selecting the right one
What Christine believes is the best and worst amount of time to deliver a speech in

Connect with Christine Cashen:

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Standing Ovation is sponsored by Prezi Video and Content 10x.

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Tim Gard Jun 08, 2020

The greatest stories leave us feeling inspired, motivated, and moved to take action. But… the best stories are arguably the ones that make our eyes water and sides split with laughter.

Hall of Fame Speaker, Tim Gard, knows the worth of a great story. Many of his ‘greatest hits’ are drawn from his traveling experiences, including a hilarious story about a big sweaty guy on a plane.

Self-claimed to be his ‘million-dollar story’, you’ll hear it for yourself on this episode of Standing Ovation, where Tim Gard takes the mic and delivers his secrets to turning life’s frustrations into story telling gold.

Find out about:

Tim’s ‘million-dollar story’ that has had audiences laughing for years
How the ‘Big Sweaty Guy’ on a plane story was born
How to make a long story work on stage
Why you should view your stories on stage as more of a feature film than a documentary
How your word choice can help make your stories funnier
How to use humor to enhance the audience’s experience
How often Tim plans, adds, and rehearses new stories
The rejuvenating power of learning to look at the funny side of life more often

Connect with Tim Gard:

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Standing Ovation is sponsored by Prezi Video and Content 10x.

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Dan Thurmon May 26, 2020

As speakers, our goal is to leave our audiences inspired to take action, to accomplish things, and to help them answer big questions.

But that doesn’t mean we necessarily know the answers ourselves. Dan Thurmon can attest to that, and his signature story about his mentor works on a level that everyone in the room can understand.

Not only that, but he adds it into his keynote in a truly unique way.

If you want to know more about finding your purpose, uncovering some important answers, and how to use a bookend approach to create a more powerful speech, you’re going to love this episode.

Find out about:

How Dan uses his signature story as both the start and end of his speech
Why fewer words and less time distil the power of your story
Why understanding the basics is the key to advanced storytelling
What Dan’s advice is for new and aspiring speakers
How Dan uses props on stage – from knives to unicycles!

Connect with Dan Thurmon:

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

This show is sponsored by Content 10x, the content repurposing experts. Content 10x have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message. Visit content10x.com/standingovation to learn more!

If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

Brand Builders Group are the best in the world at helping you find your personal brand and monetizing it. They're offering any Clappers who want to take their speaking and personal brand to the next level a free brand strategy call. Visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to schedule your free call.

For more information and to explore the show, click here.

Andrew Davis (Greatest Hits Episode) May 18, 2020

With everything that’s going on in the world, it’s safe to say that not a lot of us are speaking on stages right now.

During this uncertain window of time, I wanted to bring you some of my favorite episodes of the show so far featuring guests that entertain you, amaze you, inform you, and educate you.

So, I’ve prepared a special encore presentation of the episode featuring Andrew Davis.

Drew is without question, the hardest working speaker in the business and an absolute joy. He has helped me with my business in the same way he has helped many others.

Drew is one of my favorite folks on the planet, so it’s no surprise that he’s made it onto the Greatest Hits of Standing Ovation.

You’re going to learn a lot from this episode, enjoy!

Find out about:

How Andrew’s delicious Meatloaf story has changed over time
How visuals can enrich the delivery of a story
Using audio from presentations to improve tone, pace, and rhythm, etc.
Why Andrew infuses bounds of energy into each presentation
How and why Andrew video tapes the audience’s reaction at each event
Tips for rehearsing your speech until it’s perfect
How to come up with an impactful lesson to share in your presentation

Connect with Andrew Davis:

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

This show is sponsored by Content 10x, the content repurposing experts. Content 10x have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message. Visit content10x.com/standingovation to learn more!

If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

Brand Builders Group are the best in the world at helping you find your personal brand and monetizing it. They're offering any Clappers who want to take their speaking and personal brand to the next level a free brand strategy call. Visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to schedule your free call.

For more information and to explore the show, click here.

Patricia Fripp (Greatest Hits Episode) May 11, 2020

If you’re going to listen to anyone tell you the secrets of successful speaking, Patricia Fripp should be top of your list.

Patricia is an award-winning Hall of Fame speaker and world-renowned speaking coach – a most enviable combination.

The years Patricia has spent wowing audiences and polishing rough diamonds into gleaming speaking gems are hard to distil in a single conversation, but she gave it her best shot in what is undoubtedly one of Standing Ovation’s Greatest Hits.

Listen to learn:

How Patricia harnesses the power of spontaneity to create great speeches
What the ultimate recipe is for great storytelling
Why delivery is the key to great dialogue in your speech
How to write a knockout speech
Whether Patricia thinks great speakers are born that way or can be made
Patricia’s top tips for becoming a better speaker

Connect with Patricia Fripp:

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

This show is sponsored by Content 10x, the content repurposing experts. Content 10x have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message. Visit content10x.com/standingovation to learn more!

If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

Brand Builders Group are the best in the world at helping you find your personal brand and monetizing it. They're offering any Clappers who want to take their speaking and personal brand to the next level a free brand strategy call. Visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to schedule your free call.

For more information and to explore the show, click here.

Sally Hogshead (Greatest Hits Episode) May 04, 2020

20 great episodes, 20 fantastic speakers, 20 different perspectives from people at the top of their game.

It’s time to go back to some of the Greatest Hits in Standing Ovation history – and no, this was not an easy task.

But when you have a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, an inspiration to audiences and peers alike, on the show… How could Sally Hogshead not be part of the Greatest Hits?

If you want to know how to get into speaking, if you want to hone your craft, if you’re at the top of your game – whoever you are, listening to Sally will help you take it to the next level.

And she’ll do it with her signature affable, engaging style. And maybe a shot of Jägermeister…

Clappers, this episode is packed to the rafters with sublime suggestions for speakers. Grab a notepad and let’s dive in.

Find out about:

Why being different is best, and why Sally’s signature Jägermeister story proves it
The hilarious origin story of Sally’s Jägermeister story
How focusing your presentation around your advantages as a speaker will help you
Why you should never try to be ‘the speaker for all audiences’
What the difference is between a great keynote speaker and a world-class keynote speaker
How the proximity effect can help you bond with your audience
Why you should avoid certain events for the sake of you and your personal brand

Connect with Sally Hogshead:

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

This show is sponsored by Content 10x, the content repurposing experts. Content 10x have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message. Visit content10x.com/standingovation to learn more!

If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

Brand Builders Group are the best in the world at helping you find your personal brand and monetizing it. They're offering any Clappers who want to take their speaking and personal brand to the next level a free brand strategy call. Visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to schedule your free call.

For more information and to explore the show, click here.

Phil M Jones (Greatest Hits Episode) Apr 27, 2020

20 great episodes, 20 fantastic speakers, 20 different perspectives from people at the top of their game.

It’s time to go back to some of the Greatest Hits in Standing Ovation history – and no, this was not an easy task.

As speakers, knowing what to say is sort of in our job description, but that’s easier for some topics than others.

How about… a pen?

It’s a topic that has no right to set the world alight, but Phil Jones has been leaving scorched stages across the globe for years with his story of a humble piece of stationery.

How does he do it? What are the secrets to Phil’s storytelling skill? And what does he think every speaker should know about this business?

Phil’s dedication to helping people see their worth and understand the value they bring – whether it’s to a relationship, a room, or an entire business – can be quite literally life-changing.

I wouldn’t promise a life-changing experience to you, Clappers… but I can guarantee a standout episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

How Phil’s signature story came from a story he hated
The two foundations of great stories and speakers
How comedic timing maximizes your impact
Why being unpolished is more important than being perfect
What giving yourself permission to play can do for your talk
The way to work out your worth (and subsequently, your fee)
Why you should embrace being the bread, not the filling

Connect with Phil Jones:

Please Support Our Show Sponsors:

This show is sponsored by Content 10x, the content repurposing experts. Content 10x have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message. Visit content10x.com/standingovation to learn more!

If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

Brand Builders Group are the best in the world at helping you find your personal brand and monetizing it. They're offering any Clappers who want to take their speaking and personal brand to the next level a free brand strategy call. Visit brandbuildersgroup.com/so to schedule your free call.

For more information and to explore the show, click here.

Kindra Hall (Greatest Hits Episode) Apr 20, 2020

20 great episodes, 20 fantastic speakers, 20 different perspectives from people at the top of their game.

It’s time to go back to some of the Greatest Hits in Standing Ovation history – and no, this was not an easy task.

A whirlwind of Kylie classics, marriage, and spin classes in Phoenix, AZ, Kindra Hall’s signature story is so perfectly… Kindra.

But it’s not just the excellent delivery of her stories (that should come as no surprise, coming from the President and Chief Storytelling Officer at Steller Collective) that makes Kindra stand out.

Her innate ability to convey complicated topics in simple ways, her engaging and empathetic style, and her passion for what she does all make her a standout star on the Standing Ovation stage.

Clappers, enjoy going back to this classic episode, another of Standing Ovation’s Greatest Hits.

Find out about:

How Kylie Minogue helped her win her husband’s heart, and how that story has taken her everywhere from spin classes in Arizona to stages across the world
A brilliant method for testing out new stories
Why bringing your own energy, rather than relying on your audience, is key
Why the right details make any story unforgettable
The power of minimal slides
Why you should aim for co-creation, not listening, from your audience
How to tell a better story from beginning to end

Connect with Kindra Hall

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Scott Stratten (Greatest Hits Episode) Apr 13, 2020

20 great episodes, 20 fantastic speakers, 20 different perspectives from people at the top of their game.

It’s time to go back to some of the Greatest Hits in Standing Ovation history – and no, this was not an easy task.

This time, we’re going back to Scott Stratten.

Scott is infamously disruptive, never one for the rulebooks, and instead has always lead the charge on his own path to speaking splendor. And what a path that’s been for this Hall of Fame speaker and stand-up guy.

Just at home making people laugh as he is blowing minds, Scott’s unique approach to storytelling – or ranting, as his signature story proves perfectly – has won him fans across the globe. But how did he get started? How has he kept things fresh? And what advice does he have for speakers who are trying to up their game?

Clappers, enjoy this journey back to the first of Standing Ovation’s Greatest Hits.

Find out about:

Scott’s signature story on the truth about Millennials
Where his inspiration for ‘The Millennial Rant’ came from
How to time your story perfectly every time
Why you don’t need to rely so much on scripts and rehearsals
Why giving the client what they want is mission critical
Scott’s thought process behind certain creative choices when presenting

Connect with Scott Stratten:

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Amy Landino Mar 31, 2020

Not all speakers are lucky enough to have a signature story that happened to them.

Not only is Amy Landino one of those lucky few, her signature story is one that completely changed the trajectory of her life.

Forget going from bridesmaid to bride, Amy went from bridesmaid to bestselling author, YouTube sensation, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. That’s quite the bouquet to catch!

But what’s the story of how she started and what has she learned along the way?

Clappers, this is a “lights, camera, action” moment… Prepare for an amazing view inside the world of the inimitable Amy Landino.

Find out about:

Why it’s important to keep the subjects of your story in the loop and ensure you’ve got their consent
How a good opener removes your audience’s worries and levels the playing field
How focusing on the individual can help you reach more people
Why finding someone to speak to in the audience can improve your talk for the whole room
What walking the line between being real and being scripted looks like

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Josh Linkner Mar 23, 2020

Innovation comes in many forms, but to deliver an innovative speech about innovation is… Complicated.

But not if you’re Josh Linkner.

A serial entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and professional speaking coach with 3 Ring Circus, Josh is a force of nature and a delight to listen to. His years of experience and love for our profession have made him one of the most sought-after speakers on the circuit today and, as you might imagine, he’s learned some valuable lessons about making it in this business.

He’s also got a bit of a penchant for telling those stories.

Clappers, people normally pay a lot of money to hear Josh Linkner talk about his trade. For you, though, the next 45 minutes are completely free.

Find out about:

Whether you should fit your stories to your talks, or vice versa
Where some speakers go wrong before even starting their story
What ‘multi-modal’ stories are and why they’re so important
Why a great business model always trumps talent in the speaking business
Josh’s secrets to structuring great speeches

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If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

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Ron Tite Mar 16, 2020

Ron Tite has some stories to tell about hotel rooms, but they’re a lot more wholesome than you might expect.

They’re also moving, side-splittingly hilarious, and perfectly crafted to deliver the powerful message in his talks – all with his signature effortlessness and charm.

For Ron, though, his signature story is the product of years of effort. It’s taken practice, tweaking, and questioning to get it to this stage, and he’s taking you Clappers backstage to explain the intricacies of how he developed his story and what he’s learned about speaking over the years.

Find out about:

How Ron tests new material with his “new two” method
What Ron takes from his experience of stand-up comedy to make him a better speaker
How to know if your new bits are landing well – and what to do if they’re not
Why personal stories are so special
What to do when the stage doesn’t fit your talk

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This show is sponsored by Content 10x, the content repurposing experts. Content 10x have a unique service just for speakers called Talk 10x, where they transform your presentation into a suite of unique content to help spread your message. Visit content10x.com/standingovation to learn more!

If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

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Colette Carlson Mar 09, 2020

The best stories are all about connection. They connect with us and help us to connect the dots about something.

When Colette Carlson tells the story of her father surviving a prisoner of war camp, all thanks to an unexpected moment of connection, you can imagine how many layers pile up and drive home the power of connecting.

Colette tells beautiful stories with poise and passion – but how does she manage the prickly subject of speaking about her father’s intensely personal experience? When did she realize this story was a winner? And how has she learned to adapt it for the four different types of audiences she speaks to?

All of these questions and plenty more are answered in the latest episode of Standing Ovation, Clappers. Prepare to feel moved – and connected – by Colette Carlson’s signature story.

Find out about:

How Colette’s story is enhanced by visuals, but not dependent on them
How she gave herself permission to share a personal story
What it means to embrace the applicability of your story
Why there is a right way and wrong way to customize your story
Whether Colette intentionally picks out stories from moments or just lets them happen
What Colette thinks will help Clappers tell better stories

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David Horsager Mar 02, 2020

As speakers, we need our audiences to trust us.

Nobody knows this better than David Horsager. But how does the world expert on trust in all kinds of relationships make his own audiences trust him when that’s the very topic he’s there to discuss?

Well, there are a lot of ways this Hall of Fame speaker does it but – at the heart of it – he thinks it comes down to authenticity.

David is my guest on Standing Ovation and I consider myself very lucky to have seen his ‘mutton busting’ signature story several times in person. To dive into its roots, its nuances, and its adaptability was a real bucket list moment for me.

Clappers, I’m very proud to be able to share this episode with you. Pull up a seat – or a sheep – and enjoy.

Find out about:

How many iterations David’s signature story has had
Why you need to use your body as an accent, not just your voice
How you can be both authentic and practiced, not one or the other
When you need to kill your darlings
Whether or not to use visuals
Whether the geographical location of your talk should change its content

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Ramon Ray Feb 24, 2020

Entrepreneurs tend to be made by inspiring situations – a big idea, a moment of clarity, a story they tell at all the dinner parties.

They don’t tend to be made by a letter from head office telling them they’re fired.

Ramon Ray has a history of being an exception to the rule, though. And his story is fit for the stage, not for the dinner table.

After losing his job with the UN, Ramon found inspiration where others would find desperation. He used that experience to pivot to a career in speaking and now, with trademark humor and passion, that story has become his signature.

To have Ramon join me on Standing Ovation was a delight. For me, his brightness, vivacity, and mile-a-minute style makes him as entertaining as he is informative and, Clappers, I know you’re going to agree.

Grab yourself a seat at the front, you’re going to want to hear what Ramon has to say.

Find out about:

When Ramon felt able and ready to share his now-signature story
How Ramon chose his path as he was already walking it
What the key differences are between speaking for free and for payment
The approaches Ramon believes helped him become a better speaker over time
How to find the balance between your classic lines and new material
How to use your voice to great effect
What a great audience looks like to Ramon

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Tamsen Webster Feb 17, 2020

Signature stories come from all sorts of experiences, from the ordinary and mundane to the fantastical and unbelievable.

But what if your story has nothing to do with you? What if you weren’t there or even alive when it happened?

It might go against the grain for most speakers, but it’s never been a problem for Tamsen Webster.

With a glittering career as a speaker, strategist, marketing maestro, TEDx executive producer and Weight Watchers leader, Tamsen has more than enough stories of her own to tell, but her most popular and powerful talk remains her signature story that starts 200 years ago.

She’s been telling the story of Dr Ignaz Semmelweis to rapturous applause for years and, now, she’s telling it for Standing Ovation.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did, Clappers.

Find out about:

How taking your audience’s perspective and knowing their problems will make your talk untouchable
What your audience want to know at the very start of your talk
How to find new ways to tell the same story
Why some great stories don’t have a place on stage
Why a shift in focus can give the same story a completely new perspective
What Tamsen’s process behind planning a great speech is

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If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

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Phil M Jones Feb 10, 2020

Phil M Jones may be a bestselling author and sales and marketing specialist, but it’s his knowledge of stationery that seems to blow people away most often.

With his signature story about a humble pen, Phil is living proof that good storytelling comes from delivery, context, and simplicity – not from bright lights and overproduction.

Phil’s journey is like something out of a movie. Since cutting his teeth in business at just 14, washing cars and hiring a fleet of his friends to become something of a local legend, Phil has gone on to work for Premier League soccer clubs and grow a £240m property business.

It’s no surprise, then, that Phil has a lot of stories to tell and an incredible knack for telling them.

I’ve been listening to Phil speak for several years now and I’m always amazed at how well he can change up his story depending on where and to whom he is speaking. That’s not what I love most about Phil, though. Phil’s dedication to helping people see their worth and understand the value they bring – whether it’s to a relationship, a room, or an entire business – can be quite literally life-changing.

I hope you’ll agree, Clappers, after hearing his advice in this episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

How Phil’s signature story came from a story he hated
Why adaptability and creativity are the foundations of the best stories and speakers
What comedic timing can do to maximize your impact
How being unpolished is more important than being perfect
Why giving yourself permission to play will improve your talk
How to work out your worth (and subsequently, your fee)
Why you should embrace being the bread, not the filling

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Neen James Feb 03, 2020

What can we learn from five-year-olds?

Probably some great opinions on the best flavor Pop Tart, but would you expect to end up with a life-changing lesson and the source of your signature story?

That’s what happened when Neen James, my guest on this episode of Standing Ovation, was trying to have a cup of coffee in her friend’s house.

It seems some of the best stories come from the most innocuous situations, but Neen’s story is far from ordinary. Neen has had an illustrious career in the boardroom and on the stage and her personal story spans several industries and borders.

Now an attention and productivity coach, Neen knows all the tricks when it comes to capturing and keeping attention… Probably because she wrote the book on it!

All the way from humdrum Sydney, Australia to the bright lights of Doylestown, PA, it’s my absolute pleasure to welcome Neen to Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

How a five-year-old taught Neen what it means to really pay attention
Why relatability is at the heart of every good story
Whether you should change the details throughout a story’s life cycle
Why the first two minutes on stage matter most
Why mentors are so important, and coaches are worth paying for
How to get started in speaking and business
Why speaking is all about playing the long game

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If you want to get better at the business of speaking, you need to attend a 3 Ring Circus bootcamp, run by Josh Linkner and his team. Josh has created a system that will get you more gigs, more repeat gigs and increase your fees. Get $500 off by using the promo code ‘standing’ on their website.

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Shep Hyken Jan 27, 2020

A cab ride to the airport is a pretty uneventful experience for most people.

Shep Hyken isn’t most people.

Clappers, what should have been an innocuous cab ride became one of Shep’s finest stories – and it’s the one he brings to this episode of Standing Ovation.

With over a 30+ year career in public speaking, Shep Hyken has seen and done it all, from being inducted to the NSA Hall of Fame, to breaking his own speaking rules to this very day. Shep is a whirlwind of energy and enthusiasm, and his eye-opening conversation has helped hundreds of clients deliver moments of magic through their customer service. And, he does it all through creative storytelling.

Strap yourselves in and get a pen and paper. This episode of Standing Ovation is an amazing journey of storytelling and speaking, but it all starts with a simple cab ride.

Find out about:

How to find stories in real life and bring them to the stage
The ways Shep’s trademark story has evolved over time
Why you need to record and listen to your best (and worst) deliveries
Whether silence and fewer words can really make a better talk
Why specificity is the most important tool in a speaker’s arsenal
Two brilliant tactics for testing out new content and acing Q&As
Shep’s take on the infamous ‘slides or no slides’ question

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Kindra Hall Jan 20, 2020

How do you tell the perfect story?

It’s a question that’s plagued me and many Clappers for years. It’s also been renowned keynote speaker, Kindra Hall’s focus since she first started telling stories at 11 years old. Now, with a lifetime of experience and practice under her belt, she’s ready to share what she believes makes truly great storytelling.

There is no secret formula or magic pill for being a great storyteller, but there are some universal truths that sit behind every good story.

As President and Chief Storytelling Officer at Steller Collective, Kindra has spent years teaching people and businesses how to use storytelling to overcome their communication challenges. From working with Facebook and Berkshire Hathaway to delivering in-house training and being keynote speaker at global conferences, Kindra has helped countless people tell their story better.

I’ve been listening to Kindra’s talks for years and we’ve been bouncing ideas off each other since we first met. To have her join me on Standing Ovation is a real honor and I hope you come away feeling empowered to tell your own story. Like Kindra, it could even put a ring on your finger!

Find out about:

How Kindra enlisted Kylie Minogue to win her husband’s heart, and how that story helped her teach sell-out spin classes in Phoenix, AZ.
Kindra’s genius idea for testing out new stories
Why you have to bring your own energy, not rely on your audience for it
How choosing the right details will make your story unforgettable
How minimal slides will make your words last longer
Why you don’t want your audience to listen – instead you want them to co-create
How to tell a better story from beginning to end

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Andrew Davis Jan 13, 2020

When you tell a story, how much energy do you put into it?

Andrew Davis is a highly caffeinated speaker who brings a high wire style to every gig. He's also one of the world’s most prolific marketing and communications speakers. Before becoming an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, Andrew worked for The Muppets in New York, wrote for Charles Kuralt and produced for NBC’s Today Show.

He’s got an impressive track record but what makes my jaw drop about Andrew is his infectious enthusiasm and magnetic speaking style. Andrew has some great stories and he’s not one to shy away from telling a lengthy and complex story. Actually, one of his all-time gems is a story about meatloaf.

That’s right Clappers, for the first time in the history of Standing Ovation, you’re going to hear a delicious signature story all about the wonder that is meatloaf. Satisfy your cravings and hear all about how Andrew cooked up this great story, how it’s evolved over time and get your fill on Andrew’s top tips for exuding energy on stage.

Find out about:

Hear Andrew’s famous Meatloaf story and how it’s evolved over time
Whether visuals are always needed to enrich the delivery of a story
Using audio from presentations to improve tone, pace, and rhythm, etc.
Why Andrew infuses bounds of energy into each presentation
How and why Andrew video tapes the audience’s reaction at each event
Tips for rehearsing your speech until it’s perfect
How to come up with an impactful lesson to share in your presentation

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Vinh Giang Jan 06, 2020

How well does your audience really know you? Do you ‘let them in,’ or do you remain on your professional speaker pedestal on a stage they can never reach?

Vinh Giang is one of the most successful speakers in the world today and works incredibly hard on his craft. But what I admire the most about his work on stage is how he humanizes himself immediately. Believe it or not, ‘being human’ on stage is more challenging than you might think and sometimes it’s about not only sharing your own stories on stage but helping the audience to find their own stories too.

Vinh Giang began his stage career as a very successful magician. Five years ago, he turned to keynote speaking and it wasn’t long before he catapulted to the top of the industry. In this episode of Standing Ovation, you’ll hear one of Vinh’s signature stories about how he became a magician and his family’s reaction to that decision. Discover the origin of the story, how it’s evolved, and get ready to seize Vinh’s top tips for connecting to the audience.

Find out about:

Hear Vinh Giang’s story about how he became a magician
How to use stories to humanize yourself
Why you should follow a career path that gives you true fulfilment
How Vinh sprinkles laugh lines throughout his signature story
Vinh shares the best ingredients for putting together a story that captures the audience
The biggest difference between doing a magic show and a keynote
Tips for using the instrument of your voice more effectively on stage

Connect with Vinh Giang

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Patricia Fripp Dec 30, 2019

When you tell a story, are you telling the story or just delivering the story? Award-winning Hall of Fame speaker, Patricia Fripp, knows how to expertly craft and deliver memorable and powerful stories. She’s also one of the world’s top presentation coaches, helping executives and professional speakers communicate with power and clarity.

With decades of presentation and coaching experience behind her, fused with her genuine passion to help speakers master their art, Patricia is THE presentation skills expert. She has a library of impactful stories that she’s polished to perfection over the years both for her own work and with other speakers and executives.

One such story tells the tale of what it’s really like to write a crucial executive speech on the spot and how dialogue became a key component of the final story. Aspiring speakers and presenters who wish to refine their craft will find inspiration and encouragement from Patricia’s nail-biting story. Listen in to find out where this story came from, how it’s evolved and get ready to take away some of the best pieces of advice you’ll find anywhere about how to become a better speaker and a better storyteller.

Find out about:

Hear Patricia’s incredible spontaneous speechwriting story
The ultimate recipe for a perfect story
Why you shouldn’t report on the dialogue, but deliver the dialogue
Patricia shares her incredible scriptwriting process and advice for other speakers
Whether great speakers are born or made
Tips for becoming a better speaker

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Mark Scharenbroich Dec 23, 2019

Gifted with the ability to create authentic connections with his audience, Mark Scharenbroich is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker who began his career in a comedy troupe in the mid-1970s. His career catapulted to the stars when the Jostens award-winning film, “The Greatest Days of your Life…(so far)” featuring Mark was viewed by millions of high school students in the 1980s. Little did he know that the success of the film would lead him on the path to becoming one of the top-rated keynote speakers in America.

To Mark, connections are everything and he has built a career speaking about how to create authentic connections in the workplace and between companies and customers. Mark’s signature story, ‘Nice Bike,’ is more than just a bunch of clever words strung together. It’s a metaphor and a memorable principle that, in Mark’s words, ‘helps create raving fans one customer at a time.’

Interestingly, Mike’s entire brand stems from his ‘Nice Bike’ story. He even wrote a book about it called Nice Bike: Making Meaningful Connections on the Road of Life. In this episode of Standing Ovation, you’ll hear the Nice Bike story in all its glory. You’ll also discover where this incredible story came from, how it’s evolved and what’s next for this truly brilliant Hall of Fame keynote speaker.

Find out about:

The remarkable genesis story of Nice Bike
Why you shouldn’t be afraid to be spontaneous and try new things
How Mark applies the Nice Bike philosophy to different audiences
An insight into Mark’s approach to preparing stories for the stage
How specific lines in the Nice Bike story have evolved over time
Why speakers need to be more open to coaching
Techniques to paint a picture in the mind of your audience
Why some speaker’s stories don’t land as powerfully as they hoped

Quotes from the episode:

“We all have two core needs: Number one, we need to belong. Number two, we all need to hear, ‘nice bike.’”

“If you can find a signature story that people remember, that's relevant to them, and has a hook that’s memorable three days, three months or three years later - now you're cooking.”

Connect with Mark Scharenbroich

2 Key Questions

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given about the speaking business?

“The obvious one that most people hear is to write a book. It helps you frame your writing but more than anything else, its value added. It helps with your negotiation. I’ll throw in 100 books for everybody in the audience and personally sign them. That helps from a negotiation standpoint and it adds value. My second piece of advice is to be open to coaching.”

Who is your dream guest for Standing Ovation?

“Jeanne Robertson is in a league all by herself: her storytelling, her humor, her heart, and her work ethic. I asked Jenny, “Does it drive you crazy when people steal your material? And she said, ‘Well, you know, number one, they can’t do it as well as I can. And number two, I'm constantly writing - I'm staying ahead of them.”

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Sally Hogshead Dec 16, 2019

To succeed in the speaking industry, you’ve got to be good at speaking, sure. But you also need to have a knack for branding. Owning your intellectual property is a huge part of success for speakers and nobody knows or does this better than Hall of Fame keynote speaker, Sally Hogshead. She’s a thought leader, dynamic speaker, New York Times bestselling author and a world-class creator of advertising. She’s so good that her advertising work has been on exhibit at the Smithsonian Museum of American History. If that’s not proof of someone’s success, I don’t know what is.

If that wasn’t enough, Sally has been awarded the #1 Global Brand Guru in 2016 and 2019 and was inducted into the Word of Mouth Marketing Hall of Fame. After helping over a million people discover their personal brand, Sally is still blazing a trail for herself in the speaking industry and beyond.

If you don’t know who Sally is yet, let me jog your memory. Speakers and meeting planners worldwide are familiar with a premise she created that has become somewhat of a speaking legacy and it consists of just five words: Different is better than better. Sally often introduces this research-backed premise to her audiences with a vividly told case study that combines intriguing insights, witty humor, and booze.

You’ll hear this story on this episode of Standing Ovation where Sally graces the stage and shares how her Jägermeister story has aged like fine wine.

Find out about:

Sally’s Jägermeister story and why being different is better than better
The hilarious origin story of Sally’s Jägermeister story
Why you have to identify your advantages as a speaker and focus your presentation around it
Why it’s futile to try to be ‘the speaker for all audiences’
What separates a great keynote speaker from a world-class keynote speaker
How to use the proximity effect to create a bonding experience with the audience
The importance of avoiding events that aren’t the right fit for you or your personal brand

Quotes from the episode:

“When we say something that’s slightly shocking and provocative, but it's also about to lead into a highly strategic story with a clear deliverable - It bonds you to the audience.” - @SallyHogshead

“The higher your fee goes, the more the client is basically buying an insurance policy.” - @SallyHogshead

“Just as you need to be a right fit for an audience, an audience needs to be a right fit for you.” - @SallyHogshead

Important Links & Mentions

Connect with Sally Hogshead

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Jim Cathcart Dec 09, 2019

What does it take to be a professional motivational speaker?

Courage? Yes, probably. Confidence? Definitely. But above all of that, to be a successful motivational speaker, you need to be able to tell motivational stories. Jim Cathcart is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker who started his career repossessing log trucks in the mountains of northern Arkansas. It wasn’t until he heard speaker and author, Earl Nightingale, on the radio in 1972, that he decided to take a complete U-turn and become a professional speaker.

Since then, Jim has built quite a reputation for himself as one of the most recognized and highly sought after motivational and sales speakers in the world. He is the author of 16 books including the famous, Relationship Selling, which has transformed the entire world of sales. Jim has given more than 3,000 presentations worldwide and his motivational stories have moved countless people to change their lives for the better.

One of Jim’s best (and my personal favorite) stories is about a memorable employee of a fast food restaurant. Chances are, you’ve heard of this restaurant before and you’ve probably had lunch there this week. Listen in to hear the story about Grandma, where it came from, how it’s evolved and what’s next for this Hall of Fame speaker.

Find out about:

The surprising story about Grandma and the importance of providing memorable moments for your customers
How the Grandma story has evolved and survived 40 years of professional speaking
How Jim can change the lesson of the story by altering the application
The problem with depending on ‘sight gags’ in your presentation
How to strategically withhold information from the audience in a way that builds suspense
How Jim got into the professional speaking business
How to find, curate and adapt better stories

Quotes from the episode:

“If you're telling a story, you’ve got to create your characters visually in the mind of your audience.” - @jimcathcart

“Everybody’s got stories. The human brain works through experience. You either have an actual physical personal experience or you have a vicarious experience through a story.” - @jimcathcart

Important Links & Mentions

Relationship Selling

Connect with Jim Cathcart

What’s the best piece of advice you've ever been given about the speaking business?

“Bill Gove was the first one President of the National Speakers Association and I met him in the year that NSA was created. I was at a conference in Phoenix and I had the privilege of spending a two-hour lunch with just him and one other person. And, he just he was holding court. You know, Bill was a master storyteller, one of the best I've ever met in my entire life. The impression I got was, first, you need to enjoy it, you really ought to let yourself get into this and have fun with it for heaven's sakes, and then look at it afterwards and make it better.”

Who is your dream guest for Standing Ovation?

“Jeanne Robertson must be on your show. She started as a Miss America candidate. She was Miss North Carolina and she says, “I'm the tallest woman to ever lose the Miss America contest,” and she became a humorist and had an entire career being a humorist. And then when she was around 60 years old, she started doing not humour, but comedy. The difference is humor is what I used in my grandma story, comedy is what Robin Williams and people like that use. So, she became a full-time comedian doing shows in theatres around the country and has just made a fortune doing that. But Jeannie is a story genius, and very masterful.”

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Scott Stratten Nov 29, 2019

When most speakers take the stage, they do exactly what’s expected of them. A great speech, followed by an eruption of cheer from the audience and hopefully, a standing ovation. However, not every speaker plays by the ‘rules’ of speaking and Scott Stratten is someone who, I think is fair to say, believes that speaking shouldn’t be bounded by so many rules. His signature rebel style on stage entices audiences and brings them to the edge of their seats as he encourages them to embrace ‘the age of disruption.’

Scott is a Hall of Fame speaker and although many people may know him as the ‘guy with the man bun’, he has built an enviable career out of pulling no punches and taking no shortcuts. He’s one of the most successful disruption speakers in the world and is often referred to as the ‘ultimate sales and marketing truth slayer.’

Scott’s stories get people laughing, thinking and perhaps more importantly, doing. When he is asked to do a keynote, he holds nothing back and never fails to deliver. Perhaps one of his best stories and certainly one that sends me into a fit of laughter is his famous story about Millennials. Well, I say story, but it’s really more of an impressive rant that forces his audience to question the Millennial bias and whether or not they deserve all of the negativity they get from older generations.

Find out about:

Hear Scott’s story that reveals the truth about Millennials
How Scott came up with ‘The Millennial Rant’
Tips for timing your story right so you don’t run over in time or cut it too short
Why scripts and rehearsals aren’t always necessary
The importance of giving the client what they want
Why Scott selects certain creative choices when presenting on stage
Why Scott is never afraid to challenge the audience

Connect with Scott Stratten

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Lisa Ford Nov 29, 2019

What are you doing to exceed your customers’ expectations?

Lisa Ford asks this question at the end of her eye-opening story about the importance of going beyond good service to exceed the customer’s expectations. Lisa is a speaker with over 20 years of experience and is one of the world's leading experts on customer service. She has a gift for helping companies, big or small, build a customer-focused culture and often speaks internationally on topics of leadership, team issues and of course, customer service. She’s so passionate about this topic that she created the number one selling business video series, How to Give Exceptional Customer Service, which leads me to my next question…

How much do you really care about customer service?

I ask this question because Lisa Ford just might be the one person in the world who cares about quality customer service so much that she was willing to try not one, but three different dry cleaners in search for five-star rated customer service. I know what you’re thinking, did she ever find what she was looking for? Well, Clappers, you’re going to have to listen in as Hall of Fame speaker, Lisa Ford takes the stage on this episode of Standing Ovation.

Find out about:

Lisa’s dry cleaners’ story and the true power that comes with providing exceptional customer service
Lisa’s ‘four S’s’ approach when it comes to telling her story on stage
How to get the most out of certain details in a story
How Lisa gets her audience to engage and participate with her story
How Lisa uses newspaper clippings and articles as an effective on-stage prop
Tips to help you choose the right stories to share with the right audiences

Connect with Lisa Ford

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Scott McKain Nov 29, 2019

Everyone has a story to tell and some of us are fortunate enough to share our stories on stage in front of a live audience. My new podcast, Standing Ovation, is a show about stories.

Stories that move us, inspire us and drive us to take action and change the trajectory of our lives. Let’s face it, not all stories are great stories. But, every once in a while, I stumble across a story that is so moving and so powerful that I just have to share it with my audience of Clappers (that’s you guys!).

So, in this first episode of Standing Ovation, you’ll hear one such story from Scott McKain, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker who has delivered thousands of presentations across six continents. Scott’s tapestry of speaking experiences has landed him on stages all over the world including being booked by the Terminator himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger, for an event on the White House lawn with the President in attendance. If that’s not impressive for a speaker who began his career when he was just a teenager in a small town in Indiana, I don’t know what is.

Scott is renowned for his storytelling ability and speaks a lot about distinction and helping his audiences understand how to stand out in today's crowded business environment. But, perhaps his most famous story of all is about Taxi Terry, a curious cab driver who uses a personal database to improve customer relations and provide his passengers with the best cab experience of their lives.

Find out about:

The curious story of Taxi Terry and the importance of providing excellent customer service
Why signature stories need constant revision
How the Taxi Terry story has evolved over time
What makes signature stories have a real impact
How Scott makes the Taxi Terry story relatable to his audience
How Scott has managed to inject comedy in his story
What makes the Taxi Terry story work so well regardless of where it’s told

Important Links & Mentions

Connect with Scott McKain

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Introducing Standing Ovation with Jay Baer Nov 18, 2019

Have you ever wondered what sets apart the great professional speakers from the very good?

It’s the ability to find, craft, tell, and polish stories. Stories from their own day-to-day lives. Stories they’ve overheard. Stories they’ve researched. Stories. Stories. Stories.

If you’ve ever found yourself completely in awe whilst watching a keynote speech and wondered if you could achieve the same level of confidence, then my new podcast, Standing Ovation is for you.

I’m Jay Baer, keynote speaker and emcee, and each week I’ll be joined by a special guest to discuss and dissect their signature story.

You’ll hear the truth about storytelling and the speaking business at large from some of the world’s best and most experienced professional keynote speakers; individuals who have delighted literally thousands of audiences, and have gathered and perfected hundreds of stories along the way.

Fans of the Standing Ovation show are known as Clappers, and I hope you’ll become a Clapper as we explore how we can become better communicators through, you’ve guessed it, stories.

You can expect:

To learn how to find, craft, tell, and polish stories
To find how you can become a better communicator
Guests telling the stories of their stories
The truth about storytelling and the speaking business at large
Intimate, useful, insightful conversations with the greatest speakers in the world

The show officially launches with episode 1 on Monday December 2nd.

Episodes 2 and 3 will be released on Tuesday and Wednesday to celebrate launch week.

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