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What if confidence isn’t the thing that makes great speakers great? In this episode, I sit down with former Obama speechwriter Terry Szuplat to unpack the hidden mechanics of powerful communication - including the moment Barack Obama froze mid-speech early in his career. We talk about: • Why public speaking is an experience, not information transfer • How leaders build real connection instead of sounding polished but forgettable • The biggest mistake executives make when they try to “just be authentic” • Why most corporate presentations fail before they even begin • How AI can support speakers - without replacing their voice This isn’t about tricks, hacks, or stage personas. It’s about conviction, clarity, and learning to say what only you can say. If you want to speak to influence - in meetings, on stages, or behind a mic - this episode is for you. 👉 Get Terry's book Say It Well: https://www.terryszuplat.com/buy-the-book 👉 Connect with Terry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-szuplat-456914137/ 👉 Get my free course on Learning to Speak Fearlessly: https://www.speaking.coach/free-course/

Pat Flynn is the founder and host of Smart Passive Income podcast with 50 million downloads. He has created a massive community of online business owners and built SPI over the last 14 years. His YouTube channel has almost half a million followers. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to build your brand, gain visibility and influence to grow your business. You will learn directly from the OG himself on: • How to gain trust from your audience online • How to build influence and become a thought leader • How to make your influence work for your business I’m your host - Nausheen I. Chen - 3-time TEDx speaker and public speaking coach for the C-suite and founders + public speaking professor at Central European University. Enjoyed this episode? Give us a 5-star review - it’ll help others find out about us. Grazie! 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader bootcamp: ⁠https://www.speaking.coach/bootcamp-join-now/⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Pat Flynn https://patflynn.com/

When Kim Rittberg launched the video unit at Us Weekly, she had no idea it would sell for $100 million. This shows the richness of her 20 years of experience as a creative producer at Netflix, PEOPLE Magazine, and in TV News. She turns CEOs into thought leaders and her video content has been viewed 500 million times. In this episode, you’ll learn: The best way to establish your credibility How to build your video strategy for success The power of storytelling Conquering the fear of judgement in public speaking How to build influence that drives sales I’m your host - Nausheen I. Chen - 3-time TEDx speaker and public speaking coach for the C-suite and founders + public speaking professor at CEU. Enjoyed this episode? Give us a 5-star review - it’ll help others find out about us. Grazie! 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader bootcamp: https://www.speaking.coach/bootcamp-join-now/ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Kim Rittberg https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimrittberg/

In this re-released episode, I chatted with Katie Stoddart, host of the Focus Bee podcast, to share strategies and insights on how to get rid of your anxiety before speaking in public. I share actionable tips to boost your confidence and take control of your nerves! I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 500+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠⁠⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader community: ⁠⁠⁠www.speakasaleader.com⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Katie Stoddart https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/

Alan Stein has interviewed more than 2000 people, hired hundreds and fired a handful. He's worked at director-level roles at Facebook, Salesforce and Google. In this episode, we talk about how to nail the toughest interviews in the world- and Alan tells us how he aced his Amazon interview and got a job offer that he didn't even want. You’ll get insights into what interviewers and hiring managers are actually looking for in candidates who get 6-and 7-figure job offers. And of course - super actionable tips on how to ace your next interview. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 500+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠⁠⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader community: ⁠⁠⁠www.speakasaleader.com⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Alan Stein https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanjstein/

Meet Jahmaal Marshall, a mental health advocate, CEO and host of Listen Then Speak. Join us as we talk about his journey from going through depression and burnout to being a counsellor and top podcaster. In this episode, we share actionable strategies to overcome nerves and how he has built thought leadership in the somewhat saturated field of mental health. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 500+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader community: ⁠⁠www.speakasaleader.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Jahmaal https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahmaalmarshall/

I talk to Jay Clouse, Founder of Creator Science. Jay shares his journey of building his business through speaking versus writing, showing up as an introvert, and connecting with his audience. . Discover why being authentic doesn’t always mean being yourself and get tips on how to get started in building your business as a creator. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 500+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader community: ⁠www.speakasaleader.com⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Jay https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayclouse/

Join us on this empowering episode of "Speak as a Leader" as we talk about overcoming judgment and authentically expressing yourself. I chat with LinkedIn’s #1 Female Creator, Lara Acosta and we share simple, practical tips on overcoming criticism, finding your unique voice, and making a strong impact in the field of communication and personal branding. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ Join the Speak as a Leader community: www.speakasaleader.com Email: [email protected] 🔥 Get in touch with Lara https://www.linkedin.com/in/laraacostar/

Richard Moore, founder of LinkedIn Client Accelerator, makes selling look easy. We talk about his strategy for getting clients using sales and content and how establishing a strong rapport with your audience can lead to more deals. We share tips and techniques to engage your audience and create meaningful interactions. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ Join the Speak as a Leader community: www.speakasaleader.com Email: [email protected] 🔥 Get in touch with Richard Moore linkedin.com/in/richardjamesmoore

Can public speaking help LinkedIn entrepreneurs become more visible? Ryan Musselman rose to the top 10% of LinkedIn creators within a year. Now he’s built an entire business on his LinkedIn presence. We talk about everything from using LinkedIn to making awesome content and how speaking can influence the credibility of your brand. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ Join the Speak as a Leader community: www.speakasaleader.com Email: [email protected] 🔥 Get in touch with Ryan Musselman linkedin.com/in/rmuss

Can speaking help content creators emerge from behind the keyboard? Jasmin Alić, a Fortune 500 copywriter and one of LinkedIn’s top creators, talks about the symbiotic relationship between writing and speaking. We talk all things LinkedIn, content creation and how speaking can build or break brands. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ Join the Speak as a Leader community: www.speakasaleader.com Email: [email protected] 🔥 Get in touch with Jasmin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicjasmin

Can a nerve-wracking experience turn you into an impactful speaker? Omar Halabieh, Tech Director at Amazon Payment Services, talks about how he overcame his nerves and improved the way he spoke to improve his performance at work. We talk about how he built his personal brand through becoming an impactful speaker - both at Amazon and beyond. Watch the full episode to know the top 3 tips that will transform you into an impactful and powerful speaker- in any room or Zoom. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ Join the Speak as a Leader community: www.speakasaleader.com Email: [email protected] All my links: https://linktr.ee/nsheen.i 🔥 Get in touch with Omar: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarhalabieh

Can AI enhance the way we communicate? Varun Puri has revolutionized the industry with his vision for AI-driven speech coaching through Yoodli. Join Varun, the CEO and co-founder of Yoodli AI, and I as we discuss how AI can potentially transform the way we communicate (and how the future is closer than we think). I’m your host, ⁠Nausheen I. Chen⁠. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen): LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/⁠ Join the Speak as a Leader community: ⁠www.speakasaleader.com⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ All my links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/nsheen.i⁠ 🔥 Get in touch with Varun: LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/in/varun-puri001⁠ Yoodli: ⁠www.yoodli.ai

Just because you’re an employee, it doesn’t mean you can’t have your own personal brand. Jason Feifer, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, is the best example of an employee with an outstanding social media presence. Jason has navigated the transition from being viewed as a journalist to becoming a recognized expert and authority figure. He used his personal branding and speaking skills to build his thought leadership. Jason and I explore his journey of building a personal brand, the shift in perception from journalist to expert, and honing his speaking skills. We discuss the importance of developing future-proof skills and the role of audience feedback in refining one's message. I’m your host, Nausheen I. Chen. I’m a leadership communications coach. I’ve helped 300+ leaders speak confidently on stage, on camera and in person. If you enjoy this episode, please take 5 seconds to give us 5 stars. 🔥 Connect with me (Nausheen I. Chen): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ www.speakasaleader.com [email protected] 🔥 Get in touch with Jason Feifer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonfeifer/

I took an unplanned hiatus but I'm back! This week, I'm sharing a conversation I had with Katie Stoddart, host of the Focus Bee podcast. I share actionable strategies and insights into getting rid of your anxiety before you speak in public. 🔥 Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/ Join the Speak as a Leader community: www.speakasaleader.com Email: [email protected] All my links: https://linktr.ee/nsheen.i 🔥 Get in touch with Katie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGVQK1IQS6c