Un-Conventionally Speaking - The Professional Speakers Australia podcast where you will get to know our Learning Gurus and Experience Masters who will be helping you hone your craft, grow your business and manage your mindset during Un-Convention 2022.
The Journey to Becoming A Professional Speaker with Allan Parker, OAM
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with Allan Parker about his journey to becoming a professional speaker. He shares the things he has been through before he became a professional speaker and gives a sneak peek at what to expect from him.
To Allan, the road isn’t easy. He has been through a lot before becoming a professional speaker. But what matters most to him is the feeling he gets when he connects with his audience. It’s the best feeling in the world, and it’s worth all the hard work.
As hard as it seems, the journey to becoming a professional speaker is worth it. And Allan Parker is a prime example of that. Be sure to stay tuned for his episode!
9 Mar 2022
Getting Future Ready In A Fast-Changing World With Gihan Perera
In this episode, Warwick Merry talks with Gihan Perera, a futurist, online presenter, conference speaker, and author who gives you a glimpse into what’s ahead. He is also the author of “The Future of Leadership,” “Disruption By Design,” “Disrupted,” and ten other books.
According to Gihan, in today's world, it's more important than ever to be prepared for a future in a fast-changing world. Whether you're just starting in your career or are already established, it's crucial to keep up with the latest trends and technologies.
If you want to know what you can do to stay ahead of the future, then this episode is for you.
7 Mar 2022
Data And Exploration Of Influence in Professional Speaking with Jon Yeo
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with Jon Yeo, who works with TEDxMelbourne. John is known for his interest in the psychology of influence over the mechanics of storytelling.
28 Feb 2022
From Theatre Stage to The Boardroom with Marianna Pascal
In this episode, Warwick Merry chats with Marianna Pascal, a theatre actress turned professional speaker. Marianna's hilarious and engaging style speeches have been important in ensuring easy collaboration and good communication inside organizations. She was a semi-finalist in the 2019 Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking and has been granted the designation of CSP (Certified Speaking Professional).
For Un-Convention 2022, Marianna will talk about the key to becoming an effective speaker -preparation. You must first understand why you are speaking and what you want your audience to learn or do as a result of your talk.
If you are interested in becoming a professional speaker with a different background, then this episode is for you!
21 Feb 2022
The Many Paths to Speaking Professionally with Karen Tui Boyes
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with the professional speaker, Karen Tui Boyes. Karen has been a professional speaker, predominantly in the education sector, for 27 years, giving her a unique perspective in her quest to improve the lives of teachers, children, and young people.
For Un-Convention 2022, Karen will help you on how you can jumpstart your career as a professional speaker.
If you want to know more about Karen and how you can jumpstart your career as a professional speaker, then keep on tuning in!
14 Feb 2022
How to Un-Suck Panel Discussions with Brian Walter
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with the professional engager, Brian Walter. He knows that at some point in a professional speaker’s life, they will be asked to moderate a panel discussion.
For Un-Convention 2022, he will demonstrate several techniques to make panel discussions engaging.
If you want to learn more about how to level up panel discussions through fun and quirky ways, let’s dive in.
7 Feb 2022
Feed Your Starving Crowd With Dr. Neryl East
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with the incoming president of the Professional Speakers Australia (PSA) and credibility specialist, Dr. Neryl East.
Dr. Neryl showcases her credibility by working with leaders of all levels. She guides them through communication when they're in spotlight situations. As Dr Nerly explains, these situations occur when circumstances and stakes are high and the outcome greatly matters.
For Un-Convention 2022, Dr. Neryl will show you the importance of continuously developing skills regardless of any situation levelling up. This results in becoming better leaders able to face any type of challenge.
31 Jan 2022
How to Sell Yourself Using the Power of Communication with Chris Huet
In this episode, Warwick Merry speaks with the communication ace, Chris Huet. He shares his interesting journey from being the Commanding Officer of Australia’s Air Force to becoming a poet and professional speaker.
For Un-Convention 2022, Chris shows how you can better sell yourself using one thing we do every single day - communicate.
24 Jan 2022
Monetizing Your Business in Different Ways with Jeffrey Hayzlett
In this episode, Warwick Merry chats with Jeffrey Hayzlett, appropriately tagged as “The CEO’s CEO.” Jeffrey shares why it’s important for speakers to transcend business relationships beyond the stage. This way, they create an avenue to monetize their business when they are not speaking.
For Un-Convention 2022, Jeffrey will discuss the thought monetization line and curve. He’ll let participants in what the top executives in business ladders do to have various forms of sustenance.
19 Jan 2022
How to Sell Ideas and Trademark Them For Your Branding with Kathryn Williams
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with Kathryn Williams, a Financial Soulmate® for business owners.
For Un-Convention 2022, Kathryn speaks about how to sell ideas more effectively - and how to protect them - to make sure you get clients into your buying advantage.
17 Jan 2022
Ending Energy Poverty Through The Power of Partnerships with Simon Doble
In this episode, Warwick Merry chats with Simon Doble, the Founder and Global CEO of SolarBuddy. He narrates how the darkest moment in his life led him to what would be his true passion and purpose.
If you want to know more about the power of partnerships, mark your calendar for Simon's session in the Un-Convention 2022.
12 Jan 2022
Balance Your Business and Personal Life For Success With Sarah Cordiner
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith has an engaging conversation with Sarah Cordiner, a course creation specialist, bestselling author, and a mother to 2 young children. Sarah shares how she manages to succeed in her business as well as being a parent.
10 Jan 2022
How To Say Yes To Change and Take Action with Angelique Rewers
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with Angelique Rewers, the CEO and Founder of BoldHaus.
Their interesting conversation rotates around how leaders can say yes to change and take action, so their organization stays on top regardless of the circumstance.
If you want to know more about how speakers can have a global platform that allows them to maximize their impact on people, mark your calendar for Angelique's session in the Un-Convention 2022.
3 Jan 2022
Level Up for Exceptional Performance with Brian Trzaskos and Ani Anderson
In this episode, Warwick Merry is joined by Brian Trzaskos and Ani Anderson, mindset coaches with over 10 years of experience. They share their experience as entrepreneurs and what led them to create their unique approach to mindset coaching.
If you want to know more about the special process that is only reserved for Brian And Ani's certification students, mark your calendar for their session in the Un-Convention 2022.
27 Dec 2021
Achieve Your Goals Faster, Easier Sooner with Keith Abraham
In this episode, Warwick Merry chats with Keith Abraham, an award-winning keynote speaker. Keith has been a professional speaker for the last 24 years. He is also an inspirational speaker who engages, energizes the audience to take action and achieve their goals.
If you want to know more the power of “reach”. mark your calendar for Keith's session in the Un-Convention 2022.
20 Dec 2021
Change Your Positioning To Sell More With Steve Lowell
In this episode, Warwick Merry chats with Steve Lowell, a multi-award-winning global speaker, former president of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), and the current president of Global Speakers Federation (GSF).
Steve shares how changing his mindset has transformed his life and business. He believes that we speak to drive business into something else. However, it’s so easy to follow the crowd and do what they’re doing.
Steve is committed to helping entrepreneurs, experts, and thought-leaders change their positioning in how they speak and how they think. It starts with having the right mindset that will eventually lead to speaking the right ideas and concepts to potential customers.
If you want to know more about crafting outstanding sales messages that will create opportunities to sell more, mark your calendar for Steve’s session in the Un-Convention 2022.
15 Dec 2021
How to Master the Art of Facilitation and Hosting with Warwick Merry
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith has a wonderful chat with the one and only Warwick Merry. He is a master emcee, host, and producer. Warwick talks about his passion for facilitating and hosting events, whether it be face to face or online.
When the global pandemic struck the world and forced every one of us to work from home, Warwick noticed that even some of the most engaging speakers on stage struggled to go beyond ordinary online. And yet, it doesn’t take much to stand out from the rest of the crowd.
He saw this as an opportunity to be able to add value to people while still engaging in his fun, exciting and humorous ways. Warwick is committed to providing a top-quality experience to people while in the comfort of his own home.
Thanks to his IT background, Warwick knows how to take advantage of technology to ensure that he delivers inspiring messages while making sure that the audio and video are top-notch.
Watch out for Warwick Merry in the Un-Convention 2022 as he dives deeper into how speakers can master the art of facilitation and hosting to create a massive impact regardless of the venue.
13 Dec 2021
Converting Pipeline Opportunities with Ease and Flow with Ian Stephens
Not everyone is good at sales. Even the most eloquent professional speaker may struggle with how to sell themselves.
In this episode, Warwick Merry chats with Ian Stephens, an award-winning keynote speaker and a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP). Ian has spent years teaching sales professionals how to build their confidence and leverage themselves over their competitors.
He believes that we have a pipeline opportunity to get a deal done or a contract signed during every conversation we have with other people.
To be able to convert these opportunities with ease and flow, speakers must be able to recognise where to put emphasis and not waste time on the other factors on his sales emphasis model.
For Un-Convention 2022, Ian will share several very practical tools to equip you to have better sales conversations whether they are in a call or face-to-face meetings.
Join us at PSA Un-Convention 2022 - Register Now!
https://www.professionalspeakers.org.au/unconvention2022/speakers-sessions/
7 Dec 2021
001: Staying Relevant When The World Is Playing Whack-A-Mole With Michael McQueen
We live in a world where the only constant is change. The level of uncertainty over the past 2 years has been intense! What will 2022 hold? How do we navigate these challenges and opportunities? And how do we stay relevant with our message and our timing?
In this episode, Kim Seeling Smith speaks with Michael McQueen, a trend forecaster, best-selling author, and multi-award-winning speaker. He talks about his passion for public speaking and how he sustained his career during the past two years during the pandemic
Join us at PSA Un-Convention 2022 - Register Now!
https://www.professionalspeakers.org.au/unconvention2022/speakers-sessions/
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