The most critical step to achieving speaking mastery!

In "Practice Makes Progress," we turn great ideas and vocal skill into an effortless, polished performance. This lesson is your deep dive into intentional rehearsal.

You'll discover the secret to building unshakeable confidence, mastering your timing, and making your delivery look spontaneous and natural.

Stop just reading your notes—start performing your message with purpose, using our proven Three-Pass System to refine your speech to perfection.

• Practice Mindset Shift: Understand why rehearsal is the ultimate antidote to nervousness and the key to reducing cognitive load on stage.
• The Three-Pass System: Learn a structured approach to practice:
• • Pass 1 (Content): Focus on flow, structure, and initial timing.
  • Pass 2 (Delivery): Practice standing up, exaggerating nonverbals, and using vocal dynamics.
  • Pass 3 (Simulation): The dress rehearsal—practice with all tech and simulate the real environment.
• Refining for Polish: Discover how to memorize the sequence of ideas (not the words) to ensure authenticity and easy recovery from mistakes.
• The Video Test: Learn why recording and watching yourself is the fastest, most honest way to refine your posture and gestures.
• Mastering the Clock: Get tips on timing your speech with a buffer to ensure you always finish on time.
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• 1 Corinthians 9:26

  "I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air:"

  • Connection: This verse is a powerful metaphor for intentional rehearsal. It encourages the speaker to practice and "fight" with focus and purpose, not "as one that beateth the air" (practicing aimlessly or uncertainly). It reinforces the lesson's goal of moving beyond mindless repetition to purposeful, targeted refinement of your delivery.

  Proverbs 21:5

  "The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want."

  • Connection: This verse directly supports the theme of diligence over haste. In the context of public speaking, "diligence" means dedicating the necessary time to practice (the Three-Pass System). This thoughtful preparation ("plenteousness" or success) prevents the negative outcomes that come from being "hasty" (rushing the rehearsal process).

  Proverbs 24:27

  "Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house."

  • Connection: This speaks to the need for thorough external preparation before presenting the finished product. The speaker is advised to "prepare thy work without" (the hard work of outlining, writing, and practicing) and "make it fit" (refining the timing, nonverbals, and delivery) so that the final presentation ("build thine house") is successful and well-founded.

Discover how to grow your business without stress or overwhelm by simply living life with intention. In this training, Laurie shares practical strategies for weaving your business into everyday moments—whether at restaurants, hotels, networking events, or daily errands. Learn how to share stories, connect authentically, and let conversations naturally open doors. Build as you live, not live to build your business.

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Are you tired of chasing one-time sales and feeling like your business growth is unpredictable? After 35+ years of building multiple successful companies, I’ve discovered that the secret to long-term profitability isn’t just in sales—it’s in relationships.

In this training, you’ll learn how to create loyalty, referrals, and consistent business through the principles of relationship marketing.

What you’ll learn in this video:

• ✅ Why most entrepreneurs fail at relationship marketing (and how to fix it)

• ✅ The power of consistency to build trust and stay top of mind

• ✅ How to turn one client into 10+ new introductions

• ✅ Simple tools to make follow-up and connection easy

• ✅ 3 actionable steps you can implement this week

💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or network marketer—this training will show you how to turn your relationships into your most valuable business asset.

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Welcome to where we turn a one-way street into a two-way conversation! In "Connecting with Your Crowd," you'll discover powerful strategies to transform your audience from passive listeners into active participants. We'll explore how to use rhetorical questions, compelling storytelling, and direct participation to build a dynamic, interactive experience. Get ready to go beyond just giving a speech and learn how to truly connect, engage, and inspire your audience.

Summary Bullet Points

• The Power of Dialogue: Learn why audience engagement is essential for creating a shared experience and making your message memorable.
• Ask the Right Questions: Master the art of using rhetorical questions to activate your audience's minds and make them feel personally involved.
• The Storyteller's Secret: Discover why a good story is a powerful tool for building empathy and helping your audience relate to your message.
• Encourage Participation: Explore practical ways to get your audience involved, from a simple show of hands to a well-structured Q&A session.
• From Monologue to Conversation: Understand how to make your speech a collaborative experience where your audience is a key part of the journey.

Proverbs 20:5

"Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out."

This verse highlights the role of a communicator in actively "drawing out" understanding and counsel from others. This parallels the goal of audience engagement. Instead of simply pouring information into the audience (the "deep water"), a skilled speaker uses techniques to get the audience to think, participate, and reveal their own thoughts and understanding, which is a powerful form of connection.

Luke 24:32

"And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?"

This verse describes a conversation where the listener felt a deep, emotional connection ("Did not our heart burn within us"). It wasn't just a lecture; it was a relational interaction ("while he talked with us"). This verse speaks to the power of a speaker to use their words in a way that creates a profound and personal experience for the audience, going beyond simply conveying information to stirring their hearts and minds, which is the ultimate goal of true engagement.

Mastering a speech goes far beyond just your words. In this powerful lesson, we dive into the art of "Visual Victory: Integrating Technology and Visual Aids." Learn how to transform your presentations from a static wall of text into a dynamic, engaging experience. We'll explore the cognitive science behind visuals, reveal the secret to using slides effectively without reading from them, and discover how videos, props, and other technologies can amplify your message. Get ready to make your next speech unforgettable by connecting with your audience through their eyes and their minds.

• The Power of Dual-Coding: Learn why combining your words with visuals is a shortcut to your audience’s brain, enhancing both understanding and retention.
• The Golden Rule: Discover the most crucial principle of all—that visuals are an aid, not a replacement, for your spoken message.
• Design for Impact: Get practical tips on how to create clean, simple, and professional slides with minimal text and high-quality visuals.
• Beyond the Slide Deck: Explore how to strategically use videos, physical props, and even interactive technology to bring your content to life.
• Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Understand the mistakes that undermine so many presentations and learn how to avoid them to ensure a seamless and confident delivery.

Why Your “Why” Matters – Defining Your Purpose

In this training, I share one of the most important foundations for building your business—and your life: defining your WHY.

Your WHY is your fuel. It’s the reason you’ll keep going when challenges show up. Without it, success feels empty. With it, you become unstoppable. 💪✨

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Training:

• ✅ Why your WHY is the foundation of success
• ✅ The difference between a surface WHY and a deep WHY
• ✅ How to uncover the real reason that drives you
• ✅ The 5-Why exercise to dig deeper into your purpose
• ✅ Why your WHY must be written, visible, and shared
• ✅ How a strong WHY helps you push through obstacles

💡 Key Takeaway:

When your WHY makes you cry, you’ve found it.
Your WHY is your anchor, your engine, and your motivation to keep building—no matter what.

✨ Action Step for You:
Take a few minutes today to write out your WHY. Then share it with your leader, a teammate, or in the comments below. Let’s cheer each other on as we stay rooted in purpose. 🙌

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Beyond Words: Utilizing Nonverbal Communication Effectively

This explores the impact of eye contact, gestures, posture, and movement in conveying confidence and connecting with the audience.

Welcome to Lesson 9, where we discover that your body speaks louder than your words! In "Beyond Words," we'll explore the silent but powerful language of nonverbal communication. We'll dive into the impact of eye contact, gestures, posture, and movement, and show you how to use them to convey confidence, build trust, and forge an authentic connection with your audience. Learn how to transform your body language from a source of nervousness into a tool for engagement and influence.

• The Silent Symphony: Understand why nonverbal communication is a critical part of your message, often conveying more than your spoken words.
• The Power of the Gaze: Learn how to use effective eye contact to connect with individuals and build immediate trust.
• Gestures with Purpose: Discover how to use natural, open, and purposeful gestures to add energy and emphasis to your points.
• Confident Posture: Master the art of standing tall and open to project authority and approachability.
• Intentional Movement: Explore how to use movement on stage strategically to transition between ideas and engage your entire audience.

• Proverbs 6:12-13: "A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward mouth. He winketh with his eyes, he speaketh with his feet, he teacheth with his fingers;"
• Psalm 24:3-4: "Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart, who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully."
• Proverbs 16:18: "Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall."

Bringing Your Speech to Life: Mastering Vocal Delivery

This covers crucial elements like volume, pitch variation (intonation), rate, pauses, and articulation to add dynamism and keep the audience engaged.

Welcome to Lesson 8, where we turn your words into a powerful performance! In "Bringing Your Speech to Life," you'll learn that your voice is your most dynamic instrument. We'll dive into the crucial elements of vocal delivery: volume, pitch, rate, pauses, and articulation. This lesson will show you how to intentionally wield these tools to add emotion, emphasis, and engagement, ensuring your message doesn't just get heard, but truly resonates and leaves a lasting impression on your audience.

• Beyond the Words: Understand why vocal delivery is a powerhouse, conveying confidence, passion, and credibility before your words even register.
• The Vocal Toolkit: Learn to control your volume (for power), your pitch (to avoid monotone), and your rate (to create rhythm and emphasis).
• The Power of Silence: Discover how strategic pauses are not dead air, but a powerful tool to build suspense and allow your audience to process key information.
• Speak with Clarity: Get tips on how to improve your articulation and ensure every word you say is crisp, clear, and easy to understand.
• Practice with Purpose: Learn how to practice your vocal delivery to create a dynamic, engaging, and unforgettable experience for your listeners.

• Ecclesiastes 12:10: "The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth."
• Proverbs 15:23: "A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!"
• Psalm 19:14: "Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer."