The world of technology is moving at lightning speed, and while tech can be impressive, we have to be careful not to let it do the heavy lifting for us. As speakers, our value lies in being authentically ourselves and ensuring every presentation is deeply customized for the client. But that begs the question: where exactly does technology fit into a high-level speaking business? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, we’re excited to welcome Sylvie diGiusto to the show to dive into some truly revolutionary ideas on how we present to our audiences.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Integrating Technology into Your Speaking with Sylvie di Giusto 0:00
• Fulfilling a life-long dream 2:00
• How hard can it be? 6:00
• The evolution takes time and patience 11:00
• Learning in the trenches 16:00
• Keeping the audience connection 22:30
• Speaking is a gift 30:00
• Tech isn’t for everyone 36:00
• See you next time 39:04

If you want to see some truly fresh ideas on how technology may be used to help you stay ahead of the curve, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

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Most speakers start with a list of "to-dos," but the truly wealthy speakers start with a vision. You have to know exactly what you want your business and your life to look like before you can build it. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome back my former client, Jacob Green. Jacob is a fantastic example of what happens when you get clear on what you want and put the right systems in place to make it happen. We’re diving deep into his journey and sharing actionable strategies to help you bring your own vision to fruition.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• The Keys to an Expanded Speaking Business 0:00
• Life can change in an instant 1:00
• Jacob’s speaking journey 7:00
• Building a great team 12:00
• Avoiding overwhelm 19:00
• Bringing life lessons to the stage 25:30
• Overcoming fear and self-doubt 29:00
• Public vs private sectors 36:00
• See you next time 43:51

If you could use some innovative ideas on how to create the speaking business of your dreams, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

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Let’s be honest: walking onto a stage and commanding a room isn't just about having "the gift of gab." It requires a level of unshakeable confidence that separates the hobbyists from the high-fee experts. But that kind of swagger doesn’t just fall out of the sky—it’s built. The real question is: where do you find that internal spark, so it serves your business and your audience? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome best-selling author and TEDx speaker Tara LaFon Gooch to pull back the curtain on how to build confidence and ensure your message lands with maximum impact every single time you step into the spotlight.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Gaining Confidence in Your Speech 0:00
• How Tara became a “corporate drop-out” 1:00
• Intelligence doesn’t equal confidence 4:00
• Can you be over-confident? 8:30
• Going viral…be clear, not clever 14:30
• Becoming a thought leader 20:00
• Getting your message out there 24:00
• See you next time 30:59

If you would like to up your speaking game and gain confidence in your speech, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

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If there is one thing I’ve learned in over 30 years in this business, it’s that the speaking industry never stands still. The landscape is constantly shifting, and if you aren’t willing to evolve your business model, you’re going to find yourself irrelevant pretty quickly. To stay ahead of the curve, you have to be intentional about your growth. That’s why I am so thrilled to welcome Arel Moodie back to the show. Arel has his finger on the pulse of where this industry is headed, and today, he’s sharing exactly what you need to do to adapt, scale, and ensure your speaking business remains profitable in any climate.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Industry trends for 2026 with Arel Moodie 0:00
• The origin of Talkadot 3:30
• How Talkadot works 7:00
• Optimizing in the dark 11:15
• Fads vs trends 14:00
• Finding a niche 17:00
• Qualified leads matter 21:00
• Talkacon is coming 24:30
• See you next time 30:15

Strategy is everything. If you're looking to scale your business and stay ahead of the industry trends for 2026, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.

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We’ve all navigated those 'off' days that test our patience. But occasionally, the universe throws a curveball so massive it makes a standard bad day look like a walk in the park. This isn't just a hiccup; it’s the kind of disaster that requires a total mindset shift to survive. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome my friend and former client, Paul Templer, to share his harrowing experience and how he rebounded to create a life of service and to continue finding joy through adversity.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• A bad day at the office 0:00
• This is more than just an off day.1:30
• I was a hot mess 13:00
• The power of language 18:00
• Lessons learned 21:00
• A healing journey 25:00
• Building resilience 30:00
• Adversity can bring great gifts 34:00
• Next time… 38:03

If you could use some inspiration to help you get through your next bad day at the office, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

I don't know a single soul who hasn't hit a few speed bumps on the road to success. But the real question isn't whether you’ll face obstacles; it’s how you’re going to move past them to build the life and the business of your dreams. How do you actually manifest that "big stage" vision? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome back my former client, Penny Tremblay. Penny is joining us to share her incredible journey of resilience, and she’s going to show you exactly how to clear the debris and start manifesting your absolute best life. You’re going to want your notebook for this one!

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Obstacles & Manifesting Your Life and Business 0:00
• Penny’s current business model 1:00
• Overcoming some pretty big obstacles 4:00
• Keep on keeping on 8:00
• Manifesting what you want 15:00
• Working your CRM for better customer relationships 19:00
• Making your dreams come true 23:00
• Prioritizing what’s most important 28:00
• Staying in touch 30:00
• See you next time 38:13

If you want some great advice on how you can overcome obstacles and manifest great things in your life and business, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Today, we’re diving into a topic that hits close to home for almost every speaker, entrepreneur, and high-performer I know: mental health. Let’s be honest—in the fast-paced world of professional speaking (and just life in general), most of us are carrying a heavier load than we care to admit. To help us navigate these waters, I’ve invited the brilliant Mark Mayfield to the show. We’re discussing his powerful book, “I’m Not Okay, You’re Not Okay, And That’s Okay,” and walking through the practical coping strategies you need to stay resilient, healthy, and ready for the stage.

Highlights You Won’t Want to Miss:

• I’m Not Okay, You’re Not Okay, and That’s Okay 0:00
• Morphing into a speaking career 2:00
• A caregiver's journey. 6:00
• Wasted emotions 12:00
• REACH 18:00
• Caregiver self-care is essential 23:00
• Triggers, do you know what yours are? 31:00
• Hallway conversations are meaningful 38:00
• See you next time 42:14

If you could use some tips on protecting your mental health, both at home and on the road, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Happy New Year...Pop the champagne—we are celebrating a massive milestone today as we mark 350 episodes of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, helping speakers build the business of their dreams!

I am thrilled to introduce you to the winner of our 2025 Best Speaker Video Contest, Vanessa McNeal, and let me tell you—she is the real deal. Vanessa is not only a fantastic speaker, but is also an award-winning filmmaker and social activist who leverages her background in social work to advocate for systemic change. She is also a two-time TEDx speaker and a powerhouse who understands that to be a "Wealthy Speaker," you must provide a transformation that is both deep and sustainable.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Winning Demo Videos and Rising Stars: 0:00
• A David vs Goliath race. 1:00
• Vanessa, reinvented. 3:30
• Next…you only have about a minute. 8:00
• Having a big impact. 11:00
• Change your question. 15:00
• Create a growth experience. 20:00
• So many great videos to choose from. 25:00
• See you next time. 29:49

If you want to learn what it takes to build a successful speaking business and create an award-winning speaker video, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/