Ready to make your presentations unforgettable? I'm Philip Sessions, and I've got the strategies to help your smile and your message stick in people's minds. From understanding your audience to sharing authentic stories that resonate, we'll dive into the art of genuine connection. It's not just about storytelling—it's about crafting experiences that leave a lasting impression. Tune in as we explore how authenticity amplifies your impact, turning listeners into loyal followers. No guest this time, just me sharing personal stories and expert tips to elevate your communication skills. Let's make you the speaker who truly connects.

NOTABLE QUOTES
"The more that you can smile when you're presenting yourself, that's… more memorable." – Philip
"Know your audience. What makes them tick, laugh, what their interests are, things [that are] going to help you be more memorable because you can connect with them." – Philip
"As you're speaking, speak to who you are, be yourself, be your unique, authentic, genuine self, and people will remember you for that." – Philip

RESOURCES
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
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Join Tara Gooch and me as we explore confidence, leadership, and the power of self-belief. Tara shares her journey from childhood insecurities to the TEDx stage, highlighting how vulnerability can unlock new possibilities. We discuss the balance of competence and confidence and the importance of purposeful action in shaping success. Discover the impact of personal stories on inspiring others and building your brand. Tara's insights provide a roadmap for navigating the speaking world and enhancing your digital presence. Tune in for actionable advice on self-worth, action, and storytelling to redefine your path to success.

NOTABLE QUOTES
"A lack of confidence is what holds people back." – Philip
"If you don't have the confidence, you're not going to change anybody's mind. They're not going to believe or trust what you're talking about if you don't have the confidence in yourself." – Philip
"Trust leads to growth." – Tara
"To be a leader of many, we first have to be a leader of one." – Tara
“When I say confidence, that is someone else's ability to trust in you and believe that you are competent." – Tara
"A leader [who] is more confident, is more trustworthy, has higher retention rates, trains their people better, is more emotionally intelligent, more empathetic because they want others to succeed and bring them up together." – Tara
“Action eradicates self-doubt.” – Tara
“One percent improvement every day.” – Tara
“Stacking of behavior… builds confidence.” – Tara
“If you can help change one person's life or save someone's life, then you have a moral responsibility and obligation to share [your] story, and you need to share it with a sense of urgency.” – Tara
“As speakers… be the wise counsel for the audience is by sharing a portion of [you]” – Philip
“Our story helps us be unique and be different.” – Philip
“The thing about failure is we've all been there.” – Tara
“Show the bumps in the roads so people can relate with that more and feel like it's something a little bit more realistic, but also show the good side too, because you want people to strive to be better also, so you have to blend both of those.” – Philip
“At the end of the day, what people need is [a] leader who shows them what's possible for them based on their… actions.” – Tara
“If you don't have gratitude for yourself and how far you've come, how could you be grateful for anybody else?” – Tara
“Express gratitude first.” – Tara
“Gratitude is attitude.” – Philip
“Be ready, so you don't have to get ready.” – Tara
“You are made for more than you could possibly realize.” – Tara
“Believe in yourself. You're worth it.” – Tara

RESOURCES
Tara
Website: https://taralafongooch.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taralafongooch/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-lafon-gooch/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tara.lafon
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTXN57YGfMOMJdkphzr2PoQ

Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
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Struggling to connect with non-techy audiences? You're not alone. Dive into this Speaking Sessions episode tailored for engineers and tech pros aiming to refine their communication game. I share my own pitfalls presenting to management and a fun encounter with my financial advisor that hits close to home.

Discover what management really wants to hear: safety, financials, production. Learn to balance detail and clarity to resonate with any audience. No guest this round – just me sharing tips and humor to prep you for your next big presentation. Tune in for practical insights that'll boost your speaking skills and reshape how you tailor your message.

NOTABLE QUOTES
"We live in a world where not everybody is the same, but that's the beauty of it." – Philip
"Don't try to be like your manager or be like somebody else that's in your group that seems to know it all. Be you." – Philip
"You just had to be a confident person, the person that's going to get things done. You are good enough, so you need to be yourself." – Philip

RESOURCES
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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