What's Holding You Back from a GLOBAL Speaking Career?

From Startup to Wunderbrand with Nicholas Kuhne

In this episode your host Nicholas Kuhne sits down with internationally renowned public speaker and event producer, Mitch Carson. With over 2,000 live events in 63 countries under his belt, Mitch shares his incredible journey of becoming a global speaker, overcoming event challenges, and engaging diverse audiences. From managing high-pressure situations as an event producer to navigating cultural sensitivities in foreign markets, Mitch offers invaluable insights for aspiring speakers and event professionals. Whether you're an entrepreneur, an aspiring public speaker, or simply interested in the world of event production, this episode is packed with actionable tips on handling adversity, building rapport with your audience, and leveraging your foreign status for international success. 📌 Topics Covered: The life of an international speaker Handling event challenges and technical failures Building audience engagement and connection Cultural sensitivity in public speaking How to leverage your foreign status for media coverage 💡 If you're interested in becoming a successful public speaker or want to learn more about Mitch's journey, make sure to watch the full episode and visit Mitch Carson's website: https://mitchcarson.com 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more insights on branding, entrepreneurship, and public speaking! 00:00 Introduction to Nicholas Kuhne and Wunderbrand 00:51 Special Guest: Mitch Carson 01:50 The Life of an Event Producer 04:06 Handling Event Disasters 09:40 Cultural Sensitivity in Public Speaking 14:43 Dealing with Hecklers 18:08 The Importance of Stage Management 18:54 Introduction to Les Brown and Event Challenges 19:48 Unexpected Obstacles and Handling Adversity 22:12 Insights on Becoming an International Speaker 23:40 The Glamour and Reality of Speaking Abroad 24:58 Experiences with Royalty and Cultural Differences 27:57 Consulting and Building a Public Profile 31:57 Impact of the Pandemic on Speaking Engagements 33:47 Adapting to a Hybrid Speaking Model 36:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts