by Michelle Barry Franco | Podcast
This is one of the most important topics I’ve talked about on the podcast. Sounds mysterious, I know – but what I talk about today seriously has the power to change not only your approach to speaking, but to change the way you approach creativity and even...
by Michelle Barry Franco | Podcast
Recently, I was at an event where one of the speakers shared a story about an event he spoke at where he wasn’t allowed to use slides during his talk. No big deal, right? Except this was two days before he was scheduled to speak to a room full of colleagues and...
by Michelle Barry Franco | Podcast
If you’re a speaker, you’ve undoubtedly thought of (or experienced!) the following scenario: you’re on stage, looking out into the audience… and you forget everything you were going to say. Or this one: you’re ready to give the biggest speech of your career, and you...
by Michelle Barry Franco | Podcast
I’m so excited for Beyond Applause to become Speak So It Matters and to welcome you to this first episode! This shift really encapsulates what I hope the podcast achieves: Helping you change the world and serve others by sharing your message. On this episode,...
by Michelle Barry Franco | Podcast
Have you ever felt like you’ve really hit your stride with speaking – you’re making eye contact, feeling prepared but not rehearsed, and truly connecting with your audience? Today’s guest Alexia Vernon might tell you you’ve successfully...
by Michelle Barry Franco | Podcast
When is the last time you set aside all your work, went outside, and played in the grass? Or sung at the top of your lungs? Or done something else purely because it’s fun? Today’s interview with Nona Jordan — transformational coach, teacher, and...
