Best Cat Matson Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 128. Crafting Content with purpose, passion and profit in mind with Mel Daniels 41:25

19d ago41:25

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Mel Daniels is a content strategist and podcast host and joins me to discuss the importance of authenticity and content in social media marketing. In this awesome chat with Mel, we talk about how social media engagement does not necessarily equal sales and that engagement rates have dropped significantly in recent years. She encourages entrepreneur…

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Ep 8: Joy and Happiness with Guest Anne Maree Wilshire 43:04

2h ago43:04

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Joy. Do you feel joy in your day to day? Or is it an idea that you can’t quite wrap your fingers around to claim for yourself? Is it even what you think it is? Let’s find out. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as …

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Ep 7: Grief (It's more than Death) 41:37

2d ago41:37

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Grief - it’s more than dealing with the death of someone we love. And, it’s yet another place we often fear to tread. So, let’s go there. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they explore the landscape of grief in…

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077: How To Be Remarkable Under High Stress with Leigh Anderson 46:05

14d ago46:05

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In this episode of The Remarkable Project Jay speaks with Leigh Anderson, a seasoned paramedic as well as an author, broadcaster and thought-leader on the topic of thriving in high-stress, unpredictable situations. They unpack why the power of a pause can be so significant in any situation, how self-leadership is key to responding calmly and creati…

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Ep 6: Facing Death with guest Jacqui Williams, end of life doula 58:33

9d ago58:33

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What would it be like to have an end of life doula by your side as you faced your own mortality? Yep … we’re going deeper into our conversation around death. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they chat with the…

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Ep 5: Where we Fear to Tread - Death 21:19

25d ago21:19

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Death. We don’t talk about it, but why? It’s the one guarantee for all of us in life, so why don’t we go there? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they tread where so many are unwilling to go. You will hear: > W…

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Ep 4: Making Space with Guests Alex Hanlon and Cat Matson 1:01:44

1M ago1:01:44

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How do you make space to do the inner work that really matters? Especially when life is full and even chaotic? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb along with their special guests, Alex Hanlon and Cat Matson, as they…

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Ep 3: The Art and Science of Curiosity 35:54

1M ago35:54

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Curiosity. You might have heard that it killed the cat … but the truth is that curiosity can truly expand your life, your perspectives and your capacity to meet yourself with love and compassion. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachla…

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Episode 2: Great Expectations 49:34

2M ago49:34

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Shame. The expectations we place on ourselves and that the world imposes. How do we navigate these while simultaneously getting closer to our own authenticity and who we truly desire to be? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and …

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076: Using Technology to Revolutionise Automotive Marketing with Faruk Heplevent 49:29

2M ago49:29

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In this episode of The Remarkable Project Jay speaks with Faruk Heplevent, a celebrated creative force in the automotive marketing industry, about why cutting-edge technology can allow even industries steeped in tradition to be revolutionised, how creative minds adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving landscape, and the importance of focusing on one's…

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Ep1: Making Friends with Future You 34:26

2M ago34:26

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Future you: who is she, what does she want, and what outdated beliefs is she dismantling about what it means to be a woman in midlife and beyond? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as we delve into exploring ‘futur…

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Welcome to Midlife Unfiltered! Season 1 Trailer 2:10

2M ago2:10

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Welcome to midlife unfiltered, a podcast about unapologetically embracing the season of me. As we live the lives we want in midlife and beyond. I'm Anita McLaughlin. I'm Erica Webb. We're here to make some noise, say hell no to outdated stereotypes, and hell yes to living life on our terms. We’re kicking off Season 1 by diving into the important (s…

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Your Non Financial EOFY To Do List 17:30

2M ago17:30

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today Matt and Kristy-Lee are sharing their key end of financial year activities–that are not strictly finance based (although numbers do get a mention). Quite often in business the plans we set at the beginning of any calendar year, well they simply don’t go to plan. Things chan…

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Minimum Wage Increase - What Small Businesses Need to Know 10:37

2M ago10:37

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Welcome to this weeks episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today Matt and Kristy-Lee are talking about a recent decision by the Fair Work Commission which impacts the National Minimum Wage, and the Modern Award minimum rates. There is no doubt that we are in an unprecedented time when it comes to HR and Industrial Relations Law changes in…

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075: Improving Your Impact, Confidence and Authority with Cat Matson 47:43

3M ago47:43

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In this episode of The Remarkable Project Jay speaks with force-of-nature facilitator, speaker and CEO of Impactful Presenters, Cat Matson, about why effective communication is rarely about the perfect words, how meeting an audience where they’re at can unlock untapped potential in conversations, and the importance of authentically personalised sto…

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Episode 127. Overcoming blockages and influencing impact in the public sector, with Georgie Smith 38:18

3M ago38:18

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Georgie Smith is an expert in getting things done in the public sector, is the Founder of Upsides Training and the author of the book, The Formula for Impact, the young public servant’s guide to doing well while doing good. In this juicy and fun conversation, Georgie and I share our respective experiences in the public sector and how influencing de…

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A Rebrand Case Study 13:49

3M ago13:49

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Welcome to this weeks episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today Matt and Kristy-Lee are taking a look at Kristy-Lee’s recent business rebrand and sharing their experiences and learnings from the process. We discuss why she made the decision to rebrand, the process she undertook and some of the challenges they have faced along the way. If…

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Episode 126. The Power of Authentic Storytelling with Michelle Pritchard 31:24

3M ago31:24

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Learning to speak with confidence to establish authority in your industry is a journey – one that requires showing up, speaking up, being authentic and seeking help from mentors. And it’s just that journey that I’m discussing in this episode with Michelle Pritchard, founder of Aligned Business Consulting, who helps dental professionals who are wear…

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Episode 125. Webinars that make an impact, with Jodi Porteous 31:43

3M ago31:43

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As an accountant and an engineer earning “good money”, Jodi and her husband thought they were doing well with traditional models of household budgeting and saving. of what we were told worked in relation to household budgeting. It turned out, they could be doing a whole lot better. Jodi Porteous is a Money Management Coach who works with couples wo…

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Episode 124. Being Seen – The Power of Authentic Self Expression with Rebecca Taylor 42:52

3M ago42:52

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Rebecca Taylor is a leading personal branding photographer and visibility mentor, renowned for her ability to capture the authentic essence of top-tier executives, industry experts and entrepreneurs. She is also the creator of the Leadership Visibility Breakthrough coaching program, empowering trailblazing women to confidently command the spotlight…

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5 Tips for Creating Content for Your Small Business 14:44

4M ago14:44

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Welcome to this weeks episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today Matt and Kristy-Lee are sharing 5 quick tips for creating content in your small business. This episodes follows on from last weeks episode where we were joined by special guest Sanki Tennakoon from Stellar Frequency. Sanki shared the difference between copywriting and conten…

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Episode 123. Intuitive Business & Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Chenae Carey 42:27

4M ago42:27

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Chenae Carey is an Intuitive Business Mentor bridging the gap between practical strategy and intuitive guidance for her clients. In this episode we have a frank and honest conversation about being authentic, the perils and ‘ick-factor’ of ‘bro-marketing’ and how to use intuition and practical strategy to create a business (or career) you love. List…

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What is a Copywriter and How Can They Help Your Small Business 19:48

4M ago19:48

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today Matt and Kristy-Lee are joined by special guest Sanki Tennakoon from Stellar Frequency. Sanki is a genre spanning content writer, copywriter and consultant who has over a decade of experience in marketing and communications. Today we get straight into the questions many of …

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Episode 122. Doing Business HER Way with Rosie Shilo 48:32

4M ago48:32

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Rosie Shilo is the Virtual Assistant Advocate. She coaches, teaches and supports Australian Virtual Assistants while teaching other business owners about the reality of outsourcing. Rosie owns and runs ‘Virtually Yours’, a network which has supported thousands of Australian Virtual Assistants since in 2004. She is Australia's loudest VA advocate br…

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7 Tips to Creating Healthy Cash Flow in Your Business 18:11

4M ago18:11

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Welcome to this weeks episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today Matt is sharing with us 7 tips to creating healthy cash flow in your business. In a previous episode we shared the 5 numbers we think every business owner should be keeping an eye on in their business, and we had such great feedback on that episode that we decided to do a de…

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Episode 121. Being just one step ahead – How Jenn Donovan uses speaking to make impact 39:25

4M ago39:25

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How do you impact 100,000 small business owners from a farm in regional NSW? That’s the question that drove Jenn Donovan of Social Media & Marketing to start speaking, first through her podcast and then from stages. Now she’s working towards impacting one million small business owners through her no-nonsense, fluff-free marketing advice. In this co…

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Networking - Love it or Hate it 12:36

4M ago12:36

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Welcome to this weeks episode of The Australian Small Business Show! Today we’re discussing Kristy-Lee’s least favourite subject ever – networking!! Whether you love it or hate it, networking is an important part of running and promoting a successful small business. Kristy-Lee and Matt discuss the changing formats of networking, the difference betw…

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The Small Business Owners Elevator Pitch with Cat Matson from Impactful Presenters 20:10

5M ago20:10

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How Do You Introduce Yourself at an Event? As small business owners we are often put in situations where we are asked what we do - hello networking events! And for many of us that results in sweaty palms, staggering over our words, rambling or having a completely blank look on our faces. How do you succinctly tell someone what you do, why you do it…

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074: How to Make Smarter Decisions in a Noisy World with Nuala Walsh 53:37

5M ago53:37

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In this episode of The Remarkable Project Jay speaks with behavioural scientist, CEO, author and speaker Nuala Walsh, about why ego often hijacks decision-making, how to harness “decision friction”, and the key ways organisations can encourage and nurture customer loyalty. Nuala is an independent non-executive director, behavioural scientist, visit…

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Episode 120. The Power of Storytelling in Securing Grant Funding with Liz Fleming 37:01

5M ago37:01

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Would you like to successfully secure grant funding for your business or community group? Have you ever wondered what makes for a successful grant application? Liz Fleming, from The Grants Club is a grant expert and is so passionate about supporting people to access money to help them make a bigger impact. Listen in to hear How to get ‘grant ready’…

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What's the Difference Between a Coach and a Mentor in Business? 12:50

5M ago12:50

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What's the Difference Between a Coach and Mentor in Business? In the journey of entrepreneurship, having guidance and support is invaluable. Both coaches and mentors can provide this, but they serve different roles within the context of personal and professional development. Understanding the distinctions between these two can empower business owne…

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The Numbers Don't Lie - The 5 Numbers Every Business Owner Should be Looking At 15:30

5M ago15:30

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The Numbers Don't Lie - The 5 Numbers Every Business Owner Should be Looking At Business success often hinges on the careful monitoring and management of several key metrics. These metrics serve as vital signs for a company, indicating its overall health and guiding strategic decisions. For business owners, understanding and optimizing these five c…

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Choosing the Right Business Structure 12:59

5M ago12:59

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Choosing the Right Business Structure When starting a business in Australia, one of the most critical decisions you'll make is selecting the appropriate business structure. This choice impacts your tax obligations, legal liability, and potential for growth, making it crucial to understand the available options. Each structure has its distinct advan…

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Welcome to The Australian Small Business Show 6:57

5M ago6:57

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Hello and welcome to The Australian Small Business Show! Join us, your hosts, small business owners just like you, as we bring our first hand experiences to offer insights, advice and inspiration to help you build a successful small business. Each week we’ll discuss one specific strategy, topic, resource or tip that’s relevant for every small busin…

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Episode 119. The Fear Of Being ‘Seen’ and how I manage it 23:22

5M ago23:22

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Do you have a fear of being ‘seen’? Are you tired of ‘playing small?’ This has been a common theme across many conversations I’ve been having lately … and when I realised I was bumping into myself I wanted to share with you my process for understanding and then managing my fear of being seen. Listen in to hear How the fear of being seen is closely …

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Episode 118. Are you making this speaking mistake? 33:51

6M ago33:51

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Are you making this speaking mistake? In this special episode where I share part 1 of my recent 3-part Speaking with Impact workshop, I share one of the biggest mistakes people make when speaking. Chances are you, you’re making it too! Listen in to hear: Why speaking powerfully is a key to professional success The number one mistake people make whe…

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Episode 117. Where Does Confidence Come From 16:46

6M ago16:46

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Where does confidence come from? Confidence generally comes from experience, training, results … but when you’re a service-based professional, our results are ephemeral. It’s not like we can see our work hanging on the walls like art, or a beautiful, bountiful garden. In the absence of ‘tangible evidence’, confidence comes from the stories we tell …

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Episode 116. Speaking Impactfully On Instagram with Tracy Harris 43:50

6M ago43:50

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Tracy Harris, aka Mums with Hustle on Instagram, has created a multi-million dollar business using Instagram as her primary audience building tool. In this episode, we explore the power of short-form video content to build an audience of your soulmate customers and HOW to speak impactfully in 30, 60 and 90 second reels. Listen in to hear: Tracy’s m…

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Episode 115. Selfless Selling: How To Get Comfortable Having Sales Conversations with Frances Pratt 37:32

7M ago37:32

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In this episode I chat with sales expert Frances Pratt, about overcoming the discomfort associated sales. We explore the importance of mindset and understanding the process of selling. Frances encourages me, and listeners to be ourselves and how to get over our fear of rejection and we discuss how authentic selling is a selfless act, focused on pro…

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Episode 114. How Kindness & Nervous System Regulation Helps You Speak with More Confidence with Erica Webb 33:22

7M ago33:22

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In this episode, I chat with Erica Webb, a registered counsellor and somatic exercise coach, about the importance of self-kindness and nervous system regulation. We chat about the importance of finding a safe home in our own skin and how learning to be kind and compassionate towards ourselves can change our speaking … and our life. We chat about ne…

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Episode 113. Speaking Human with Louise Davis 35:24

7M ago35:24

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In corporate environments, why do we speak in ‘stiff, robotic, corporate speak’ in our workplaces? That’s the very conversation I’m having with Louise Davis, Creator of the Speaking Human Strategy, in this episode. Louise specialises in building leadership capability in frontline managers and is a master facilitator. In this episode we explore: How…

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Episode 112. 2023 Season Finale | A Year In Review 19:11

8M ago19:11

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Season Finale! This is an ‘out-of-character’ episode to finish up the year with a reflection on the year that’s been. No speaking tips as such, instead though a casual reflection and some questions for you to wrap up your year with presence and satisfaction. Listen in to hear: The most popular 3 episodes of the year My biggest highlights of the yea…

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Episode 111. How To Successfully Wear Many Professional Hats With Laura Elkaslassy 31:41

9M ago31:41

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How do you effectively introduce yourself when you wear many professional hats? That’s the question I asked Laura Elkaslassy, owner of FOUR different business and mum of two! We also discussed how to find that common thread through all those hats and roles. Listen in to hear: How Laura introduces herself even when her approach doesn’t ‘fit’ the box…

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Episode 110. Authentic Storytelling with Jen Jeavons 31:15

9M ago31:15

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What would you tell your 20-something self about life and business? Somehow that’s the question that Jen Jeavons and I ended up answering in this discussion. Jen is a storyteller and a story-crafter … creating brands and stories for her clients that connect, drive recognition and growth. Her early career though was as a pop star. A true pop star! I…

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Episode 109. Performer, Pitcher, Presenter or Conversationalist? Which one are you? 14:23

10M ago14:23

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When we think of highly impactful speakers the image we conjure in our minds is often the most rarefied of all speakers – the keynote speaker or performer. A good keynote ‘performer’ is amazing … and that’s not where most of us mere mortals ‘sit’. In this episode I talk about the distinctions between a keynote performer, a ‘presenter’, a ‘pitcher’ …

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Episode 108. The Art of Negotiating a Pay Rise with Alex Hanlon 34:39

10M ago34:39

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Have you ever had to negotiate a pay rise? Or are you like me … and just cross your fingers and hope you’ll get one? Alex Hanlon from Fair Pay Negotiations is determined to bridge the gender pay gap by teaching women how to negotiate for themselves … authentically. Even if you’re not about to negotiate a pay rise you’re going to love this episode. …

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Episode 107. How To Find The Gold In Your Own Stories 15:53

10M ago15:53

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One of the biggest barriers to speaking confidence is thinking we’re not good enough, not interesting enough or not ‘smart/experienced/focused/specialised’ enough 😊 To overcome this barrier I talk A LOT about the Earn The Right Framework (listen to episodes 4 and 7 for more on this) … and finding the gold in your own professional and personal histo…

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Episode 106. How Julia Slowed Down for Industry Leadership 26:03

11M ago26:03

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As an industry expert, Julia found herself frustrated that people with less experience and less knowledge were speaking at industry events. She also recognised that, as an industry expert with extensive knowledge, she often drowned her listeners in ALL THE THINGS, leaving them more confused. Julia Van Der Sommen runs The Pattern Room, Australia’s f…

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072: The Journey from Workplace to "Workplayce" with Kristi Herold 47:43

11M ago47:43

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In this episode of The Remarkable Project Jay speaks with author, speaker and founder Kristi Herold, who as CEO of JAM champions the culture and connections which can be built through play, about why welcoming a playful culture can be so powerful for adults as well as children, how meaningful guarantees can help build trust and team happiness drive…

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Episode 105. The Power of Leading with Effective Communication With Kristy-Lee 29:35

11M ago29:35

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In personal relationships there’s a massive focus on effective communication. But what about in workplace relationships … especially when you’re leading a team? In this episode of Speaking with Confidence I chat with Kristy-Lee Billet of People Powered HR, about the speaking challenges that are all too familiar to anyone leading a team, and especia…

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