Chats with Yvonne is our space to explore the art of public speaking, con cultura. Each week, you'll get tips, insights, and strategies to help you practice your public speaking, grow your speaking skills, and speak & lead with your truest essence.
Your host Yvonne also reflects about what it means to be an introverted speaker in a world that rewards extroversion, how our unique lived experiences shape our connection to the art, & how introspection is our most powerful asset as speakers.
Beyond the Tips: Unpacking the Types of Introverts and Your "Quiet" Power as a Speaker
In our journey exploring the stories behind the way we speak, we're turning inward. As an introvert, keynote speaker, and coach, I know that standard speaking advice often fails when it feels like it completely contradicts your nature.
We dive into the types of introversion to understand how they manifest in our daily lives.
I then provide commentary on what those specific types can tell us about our power as speakers. This is about centering your lived experience and building lasting communication skills, rooted in who you are:
We look at the profoundness of our introversion, showcasing why it's an asset, not an obstacle in your journey as a speaker.
You'll discover how your natural cognitive functions might provide the most authentic and effortless path to confident communication.
I guide you in a reflection to help shift our perspective about introversion and use your built-in strengths to master any stage or room.
This is public speaking, con cultura y a tu manera.
14 Oct 2025
95. A "Motivational Speaker" Tried to Get Me to Help with Their MLM Pitch
Hola everybody!
Studies show that 99% or more of participants of MLM's lose money.
In this episode, I share a short (and kinda spooky) story about the time someone reached out for help refining their “motivational speech,” only for me to realize they were actually trying to pitch an MLM.
We’ll unpack what multi-level marketing really is, how these companies use public speaking to sell false hope, and why their “personal development” mindset is how they keep people stuck.
As a public speaking consultant, I’m all about helping people tell their story with impact and integrity. We'll chat about the red flags, the lessons learned, and how you can build your own authentic speaker brand while remaining ethical in your approach.
Other episodes mentioned in this episode:
7 Keys to Ethical Storytelling (https://open.spotify.com/episode/4U1E82eipOLn2nleIrXbsb?si=MqLmZYpRQSaqYXSH10Y1vw)
MLM "Motivational Speakers" Opinion Piece (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CleYEq6ys0eIGxmF5zJ6L?si=HuGGlfiCRjedvU9u8JZjcA)
1 Oct 2025
Public Speaking Scams: The Truth About Paying to Speak
Hola everybody! Have you ever been invited to speak at an event, only to find out they expect you to pay for the opportunity?
In this episode of Chats with Yvonne, I’m breaking down the truth about pay-to-speak scams, why they prey on speakers, and how to spot red flags before you waste your money.💡 We chat:
What “pay-to-speak” events really are (and why they’re often a scam).
The difference between investing in your speaking career vs. being taken advantage of.
How to evaluate speaking opportunities to make sure they’re legit.
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