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Are you looking for tips to leverage public speaking in your business?

If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider wondering

***How to pitch yourself for speaking opportunities?

***How to sell from the stage?

***How to get booked to speak?

***How to use organic lead generation?

***How to make money speaking...

***How to overcome that block to getting visible by your ideal clients...

During this live coaching session, our guest Ray Comeau gets clarity on why to lead with awareness to get more booking with his sensitive and possibly uncomfortable topic.

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Stories are 13x more memorable than any fact or figure you could ever share with an audience.

If you want to get seen and heard by your ideal clients, this episode is your backstage pass. Learn why stories work, what mistakes to avoid, and how to use stories to effortlessly connect, overcome objections, and get referrals.

You don’t have to master complicated story formulas or cram your story into the hero’s journey. There are powerful, simple shifts that make your stories unforgettable, and Laurie-Ann Murabito lays them all out. Start building your story bank and watch your authority, credibility, and connection with your audience skyrocket.

• How to avoid the two most common mistakes in storytelling, so your stories keep listeners glued to every word
• Using stories to handle client objections without having to argue or defend, so your audience convinces themselves
• Why humor and surprise make your story stick, even with tough or serious topics
• The three-step method to tie every story to your business goals, so you always inspire action and not just applause
• How to build your own story bank, so you always have fresh material and never feel stuck for what to say

Every time you stand up to tell a story, you build a bridge straight into your audience’s hearts and minds.

***Sign up for a 20 min Speaker Success Call at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Success *****

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Today's Speaker Circle Community Call:

• You'll run through an exercise I use myself and with my private clients to find stories from your past.
• You have a lifetime of stories, you've been overlooking most of them
• Plus, you'll hear what to do after you've made your list of stories to use on stage, emailing your list and social media content.

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Your credibility isn’t in your credentials, it’s in your stories.

Stories aren’t just for children’s books or fairy tales. They’re the secret behind why audiences remember you, connect with you, and trust you as an expert. If you’re a coach, consultant, or service provider, weaving stories into your speaking gives you the competitive edge and helps you stand out.

Anyone can rattle off a list of achievements, but it’s real-life examples and transformation moments that set you apart. The right story makes you relatable and builds instant authority, proving your value without sounding like you’re bragging. If you want clients to listen—and remember—you, it’s time to rethink how you talk about your journey.

• How to use authority stories to build instant credibility, so your audience sees you as the go-to expert from the very first moment
• The difference between telling and selling, so you position yourself without sounding like a walking billboard
• Why client success stories can break all objections in the room, so listeners imagine themselves achieving similar results with your help
• The simple “transformation story” formula, so you share your expertise in a way that inspires action, not boredom

Don’t just talk about what you do, share how you got there, and be unforgettable.

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During this live coaching session, our guest Alexi Bracey gets clarity on the myth that you need a speaker reel. During her coaching session, she gets back on the right track to avoid procrastination with her daily non-negotiable.

Are you looking for tips to leverage public speaking in your business?

If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider wondering

***How to pitch yourself for speaking opportunities?

***How to sell from the stage?

***How to get booked to speak?

***How to use organic lead generation?

***How to make money speaking...

***How to overcome that block to getting visible by your ideal clients...

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Stories aren’t just for kids. They’re your secret weapon for capturing and keeping attention, being unforgettable, and connecting with anyone you want to influence.

Most adults don’t realize how powerful storytelling is for learning and selling. Whether you’re a speaker, coach, or looking to stand out in your niche, crafting a strong story helps listeners remember you long after you step off the stage. Your words can literally spark different parts of the brain, allowing people to feel, imagine, and act on what you share.

Just like a movie, a good story lights up the senses, creates trust, and moves people to action. This is the fastest route to filling your calendar and building your brand.

• How and why stories make your message stick, so that your audience remembers and refers you
• Simple ways to make your introductions memorable, so you’re seen as relatable and interesting right from the start
• How to trigger emotions and senses in your listeners, so they feel as if they’re part of your story (making them more likely to say yes to you)
• The neuroscience behind storytelling, and how to use facts and feelings to create a deeper impact

Want your audience hanging on your every word? Tell stories.

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Are you looking for tips to leverage public speaking in your business?

If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider wondering

***How to pitch yourself for speaking opportunities?

***How to sell from the stage?

***How to get booked to speak?

***How to use organic lead generation?

***How to make money speaking...

***How to overcome that block to getting visible by your ideal clients...

During this live coaching session, our guest Lizette Cloete gets clarity on how how to search for and use speaker bureaus, plus using the Follow the Leader strategy to get more dates on your calendar.

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Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND

Peek behind the curtain of the In Demand membership, how it started, and why it's the perfect environment if you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or just tired of figuring out speaking alone.

Discover actionable tools, live support, and the insider know-how that will finally let you step into the spotlight, without having to do it all on your own.

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Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Get on the waitlist for IN Demand Signature Speech NOW!
• Get daily inspiration on Instagram: @laurieann.murabito
• Click and read more info over on my website.
• Looking for support to grow your business faster, get positioned as the expert and leave your audience mesmerized with your story, then schedule a call to learn more about my programs and how we can get you speaking in front of the "right" audiences.