
You Don’t Hate Sales – You Hate Bad Sales: How Speakers and Coaches Sell High-Ticket Offers Without the Sleaze (Katie Nelson)
SUMMARYMany speakers, coaches, and consultants say they hate sales. In reality, what they hate is manipulative, impersonal, high-pressure selling that feels out of alignment with who they are.In this ...
7 Tammi 45min

The Professional Speaking Shift: The Process My Clients Use To Get Unstuck & Grow
SUMMARYIn this conversation, John Ball discusses the importance of treating speaking as a business rather than just a performance. He emphasises that many speakers struggle not due to a lack of skill ...
2 Tammi 7min

Remote Work Productivity: How to Focus, Avoid Distractions, and Get More Done (with Steven Puri)
How to Beat Digital Distraction and Do Deep Work From HomeSummaryIn this conversation, John Ball and Steven Puri explore the challenges of remote work, emphasising the importance of focus, intention, ...
31 Joulu 202550min

Why Great Speakers Are Often Broke
Why Great Speakers Stay Broke SUMMARYIn this episode, John addresses the challenges faced by speakers and coaches in gaining visibility and securing bookings. He emphasises the importance of marketing...
17 Joulu 202512min

Sell First, Speak Later! Why Professional Speakers Need To Master Sales Skills Before Their Speaking Skills | with Merit Khan
Unlocking the Power of Stagecraft with Merit Khan: From Keynotes to ComedySUMMARYIn this episode of Present Influence, join John as he converses with Merit Khan, a dynamic speaker and performer, about...
11 Joulu 202552min

Is Podcast Guesting Still Worth It For Speakers?
Strategic Podcast Guesting: Boost Your Professional ImpactSUMMARYIn this episode, John delves into the nuanced value of podcast guesting for professional speakers and coaches. The discussion explores ...
20 Marras 202529min

You Don't Need To Become An Overachiever To Be Successful
Rejecting Overachievement: Embrace the Low-Pressure Success MethodSUMMARYIn this episode, John reflects on the pervasive culture of overachievement and hustle culture, discussing its detrimental effec...
12 Marras 20258min

Simplifying Success: One Stage At A Time
Finding Clarity: Narrowing Focus for Greater SuccessSUMMARYIn this episode, the host talks about the importance of clarity and shares personal insights on overcoming mental fog and distractions. The h...
5 Marras 202522min



















