The final episode of 2021! Today, we are doing a highlight reel of the top 10 episodes of 2021. If you missed some of these, then you can go back and listen to the whole thing. But here's the best of the best. Here's the chef's choice of the episodes from 2021.

Have you ever met a fellow entrepreneur and thought: Yup, this person gets it. This person is going to do big stuff. This person is a thinker. Jeff Goins is absolutely that person. 

We're going retro today and bringing back an oldie, but a goodie from a few years ago. This is my interview with speaker and author, Jeff Goins.

The speaking business can feel a little logistically complicated. There is a lot for us to be doing between showing up on social media and getting contracts out and writing content and more. There's a lot happening.

So, I want to share with you three essential tools that have helped me in my business that might help you as well!

Are you ready to think bigger about your speaking in 2022? Me too.

Wherever you are at right now with your speaking, I want you to think bigger in 2022. I want you to move from expert to thought leader. I want you to move from making no money with speaking, to making $1,000 or $1,500 or $10,000 in one gig.

Because once you get there, there is no limit.

Let's talk about goals for the new year and get an update on our mission!

Part of the holiday season is giving to other people. Let me just remind you that this is an opportunity to give yourself some self-care and love too. On the show this week, we're talking about some really wonderful things that you can do for yourself and get for yourself for the holidays because you deserve it.

Let's do some self-care, speakers!

Have you ever had one of those "wow" moments from an audience? Well, that happened to me with this next guest. I cannot wait for you to hear Amena Brown share what was a "wow" moment for her. 

She is a poet, an author, and a speaker. This woman is powerful and she is just soul driven. Amena's content has teeth and you're going to hear it in her This Moved Me moment.

I'm excited for you to check this out! 

"Sally, I have rewritten my talk 500 times and I'm now super confused each week. What do we do when we are overwhelmed and confused and we're sort of lost in the content creation process?"

I've been here a million times. I completely understand it's a very frustrating place to be in, but it is also super normal. Many of us get stuck in this spot.

Listen for my advice on what to do! 

We are in Q4 and 2022 is right around the corner. Do you have your speaking goals set and ready to go? Do you know where you're going? If not, check this out!

Do you know what is holding you back from making a million dollars from becoming all that you possibly can be? 

Today, what is moving me is this conversation that I got to have with Janet Breitenbach. Janet is an executive coach and the director of the Meta Performance Institute for Coaching at Novus Global. It is her drive for mastery that has her working with fortune 500 executives, founders, creatives of all types - she's living it. She has an incredible story herself about moving beyond what we think is possible and what we think we are capable of because our thinking can help us.

300 episodes. Big learnings, big changes - and an invitation to a different way forward. Let’s go!

Today - what’s moving me - is that this is my 300th episode!! And I’ve learned SO MuCH about showing up weekly - and how that can serve your audience… or not. So, let’s dive in.

You want to grow with speaking? Part of the reason why it's hard to do that is not because of your skills. Most likely you're not growing with your speaking because of your mindset.

On the show today, I'm sharing with you four mindsets that you need if you want to grow your impact, your authority and your revenue with speaking.

So let's dive in.

You have a signature talk, which is awesome, or you're thinking about it, but you're wondering how you use a signature talk to grow.

Let's imagine your future together. Are you ready? Let's dive in.

Experts give you information, which is great. Speakers give you perspective. If you truly want to step out front and take your place as the go-to in your industry then you need to watch this.

The rat race is real. I feel the rat race and I'm sure you have too! Then we throw speaking into our business and we hope that it will save us time.

Because we want to step into a one to many model, but it doesn't save time unless we do this...

Let's dive in.

On the show this week, I'm sharing a few tips to focus on to leverage speaking in your business. If you use speaking as a tool or funnel to help grow your impact, your authority and your revenue, there are three things that you have got to be thinking. Listen to find out!

What's the mark of a true professional? They aren't afraid to get feedback. They are constantly improving. They get on their feet. 

Today, I want to share with you three essential practices to help you go from meh to memorable in your speaking. 

Let's get started! 

If you want to build your signature talk, there is a simple trick that you can use that will make your content easy, adaptable, and powerful.

Today on the show, what is moving me? This surprisingly simple, totally fabulous, secret, content building strategy that will help you build your authority.

Let's dive in!

Is your message really hitting home?

Maybe you're struggling with how on earth you sum up your life in one message, because that's really, really hard to do. Maybe you talk to multiple audiences and you're not quite sure what to say to who and when.

This episode is a deep dive into my Moving Message exercise, which can be found in the FREE Get Started with Speaking Guidebook at www.bemoved.com/gss

Let's talk about the three ways to find that moving message!  

If you find yourself saying, "I speak, but I'm not a speaker." Or "I'm a facilitator, not a speaker." "I do workshops, but I'm not a speaker."

Well, this episode is for you because if you cannot say "I am a speaker", you are leaving impact on the table.

To get started and get serious about your speaking biz, there are three big S's you need to focus on. 

How do you know when it's time to get more serious and invest in your development as a speaker?

You're sitting there in the audience and you're looking at this amazing speaker out front, and you're thinking to yourself, I want to do that. If that is you, it is time to take speaking from a side gig to something you take seriously.

Let's get started!

On this show this week, we're talking about the power of community. If we're going to up-level our speaking, and truly step into what's possible (in other words, make more money with our speaking) - we can't do it alone. We need each other. Let's get paid to speak! So - what kind of support helps us do that? Let's talk about it!

Did you catch that moment in the show last week where I couldn't even believe myself when I said that I was creating a Million-Dollar Business... which is a problem.

But that is what this million-dollar mission is all about!

So, today on the show, I'm bringing with me somebody who can actually speak to it for real - because she is a million dollar business owner. Tasha Booth is the CEO and the founder of The Launch Guild, an agency that helps entrepreneurs like us launch their programs, podcasts and courses. And last year they hit a million dollars. So we talk about: what did it take to get there? What was the mindset shift required in order for this magic to happen? Listen in and find out! 

Are you ready to create your moment-making signature talk? The signature talk that you can deliver again and again, in any context and set you up as an authority, a go-to help you make more money, grow your audience, all the things a signature talk can do?

BUT: you're not quite sure what that single topic can be. I mean, how do you sum up your life's work in one talk? Well, I get it. It's hard. We're going to talk about it.

Join us inside the free Emerging Speaker Society for deeper trainings and support: https://www.bemoved.com/ess

100 BeMoved speakers making $10,000 or more in speaking fees. And if that sounds bonkers to you, you're going to really like this episode. I have brought together some of my all-time favorite entrepreneurial pals. Jenny Evans, Jenn Whitmer, Kevin Jennings. And Jayla Rae! The five of us talked about all the things, because we as entrepreneurs, we have got to tackle our money stuff!

Also: I want to make sure you know about something really exciting happening next week a week from today, Wednesday. July it's July time-space continuum is weird. Wednesday, July 28th and Thursday, July 29th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM central. So one hour each day, we are going to be doing a talk topic, intensive workshop, a workshop to help you get clear on your signature talk topic before you dive in to create. Join us! https://www.bemoved.com/tti

How do you feel about money? When I talk about making a lot of money, what comes up for you? 

We are all carrying around belief - including me! And as we continue on our Million$$Mission - I'm trying to share my money story and beliefs, become aware of what might be holding me back - because if I'm going to help lead you on this million dollar mission, I got to tackle my money story.

AND - I invite you to think about YOUR money story, as well!

A few months ago, my awesome strategist said to me, Sally, do you think people really know what's possible with speaking? And I was like, I hope so because that's all I talk about and blabber on all the time - and she said, no, The money. Do you think they know how much money you can make the speaking?

And I was like, Oh that, um.... maybe?  

So - we're going to talk about it. 

We're going to set bigger dreams and goals around money. 

And together, we're going to make a million dollars, and have a massive impact on this world. 

Let's go!

The moment you step out front (on stage, in Zoom, in that Facebook Live, in your workshop!), you are making an impression. And, even more importantly, our clothes affect how we feel (which affects how we speak)! So - if you want to be a more impactful speaker, you've got to be intentional about your clothes! I brought on the show with me LaToya Bell, a style confidence coach who helps entrepreneurs bring more confidence into their business by defining their style and making more aligned choices in their clothing.

What should I wear when I present? What clothes are best for speakers? How do I develop my speaking style? How can I develop my speaking confidence? How can I be a more confident speaker? 

Join us over in the Emerging Speaker Society, our free, private group, where we help you step into the next stage of your speaking, and leverage the power of speaking to grow your impact and authority: https://www.bemoved.com/ess

We are on part five of the How to be Memorable on Stage series. We have talked about the before, stories, the BET (beginnings ending transitions) - and the between.

Our final session today is all about how we show up in our bodies and the movement of our talk.

People think this part is pretty obvious. Most people come to me and they're like, I'm not as worried about delivery.

Not so fast... cause there's a lot to tackle here! Ultimately, we're trying to find that really difficult balance of being intentional without being robotic.

So let's dive in!

Also - come and join us inside the Emerging Speaker Society where we do the full version of these trainings, and I answer all your questions... https://www.bemoved.com/ess

You know that special ‘thing’ of effortlessness and ease and magic that happens in a talk? That thing that helps the audience connect and EXPERIENCE the experience? That helps us focus their attention on the things that really matter?... Well - it’s all about the BET and Between!

Last week we talked about the BEFORE moment - and how critical it is for helping us keep our audience’s engagement… 

And today we’re talking about the magical memory power of STORIES. If you want to be memorable on stage - these are must-knows, and must-do's.

The moment before you begin? It’s THE MOST IMPORTANT moment of your talk… so what do we do with it?

If you want to be memorable… don’t do what everyone else is doing. Don't waste your BEFORE... 

And here's how: 

Great delivery is one thing, but being memorable is really something else. Great delivery is about mechanics; being memorable is a finesse and a mastery that we don't talk about a lot. So today we kick off the How to be Memorable on Stage Series - Part 1! (An overview)

(Psst! - Come and join us in the Emerging Speaker Society where we do trainings like this one almost every week! www.bemoved.com/ess) 

Today on the show, we are talking with Kathy Young, a super talented copywriter with Rekindle Communications. And I wanted to bring her on the show to talk about what makes a compelling and highy-converting speaker page. What does it take? We dig into it together!

You can also download a checklist of what you need on your speaker page at bemoved.com/speakerpage

Today on the show we're looking at the science of confidence with biologist, keynote speaker - and the hilarious and delightful - Rebecca Heiss! In other words - how do we create and discover our own self-confidence? How do we trick our brain into taking risks? And how do we develop that magic sparkle that audiences are just hungry for? Well - take a listen to this super power-packed episode full of tangible advice for us so we can show up at our bravest in the biggest moments! 

Emcee Dan Ram has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the world, including Barack Obama. In this conversation, Sally and Dan talk about the art of the emcee (and how important it is!) — and the essential elements required to create trust, and a seamless experience for the audience.

Today what’s moving me is the idea that we’re never going to be done with virtual… and that this weird relationship we have with Zoom (and the like!) will continue. 

And YES - last week we were dreaming about getting back out on stage!... and we WILL! But today we're focusing on what really makes virtual speaking work. 

Enter Lea Pica!

Lea is a Data Viz expert - which means she knows how to help people present their data well. She is the host of the Present Beyond Measure podcast - and is an absolute GEM… 

Lea has had a long history of presenting not just in-person, but also online, virtually. And in this episode she shares with us the "Four Horsemen of the Presentation Apocolypse" - i.e., what we can do to make sure that virtual doesn't take us down!!  These ideas are essential - so I hope this helps you not just get through virtual speaking - but to really make the most of it. 

Today on the show you’re going to hear from David Meerman Scott - the author of a BUNCH of books - as well as a global keynote speaker - having spoken on the biggest stages and the biggest conferences. 

David’s sharing with us strategies around building FANS - not just clients. And as speakers - one of the things we’re focused on is building an audience, and creating a genuine connection with that audience. And David, along with his daughter Reiko, studied the difference between those brands and people who create that powerful FANDOM - and those that don’t. 

Super excited for you to check it out. Here he is - David Meerman Scott

Today on the show we’re going to look at 5 signs that you’re ready for a signature talk in your business. After working with speakers for 20+ years - what I can tell you is that not EVERYONE is ready for a signature talk… but if you’re experiencing any of these 5 things, a signature talk will make a significant difference for you!

If you’re listening to this and hearing all about the power of the Siganture Talk… there are only a few more days left open to the Signature Talk Studio. 

If you are ready to bring your signature talk to life - and leverage the power of speaking in your business - then head to bemoved.com/join to learn more.

Yes, there’s a PATH to 5-figure speaking opportunities - and it could be mere months away…  

So - if you’ve hit the revenue ceiling in your business - or are simply tired of the runaround of the 1:1 coaching model (I hear you!!)... speaking offers a super powerful way to move out of that cycle of overwhelm while building a more profitable arm in your business!

Join us for the free video series, How to Leverage Speaking to Double Your Business - and join us in the Move Your Audience Facebook Group for Thursday's LIVE training! 

• 1) THEY KNOW SPEAKING IS POWERFUL AND A NEEDED PART OF THEIR BUSINESS…and:
• 2) they RESENT it in some way… 

• RECOGNITION, AUTHORITY, AND IMPACT

In the show today, we're clarifying some key terms so we can leverage them specifically in our business in an intentional way. They are connected to each other. And at the heart of an intentional approach to leverage speaking? A signature talk. 

Today on the show I’m super excited to share with you an exercise that is the first step in building your authority and trust in your business and with your speaking. Without this clarity, you waste time, energy - and miss out on the audience that is literally waiting for you to show up and help them. 

Your “boring” life is still full of stories that can help build your authority and audience - IF you know how to use them! So today on the show I’m sharing with you a training from inside the Move Your Audience (free) Facebook group where we have just wrapped up our January #BeVisible challenge - a low-key nudge to get out front, And of course one of the best strategies for being visible is using our every day stories to connect with our audience. So Let’s get to the power of your every day stories!... 

Today on the show I’m so excited to be introducing you to Lauren Ready - an Emmy Award-Winning producer, videographer and documentarian… and one of my speakers! Lauren started her career as a TV reporter, in front of the camera - and felt a pull to tell the stories that often didn’t get told…So she stepped behind the camera and started producing stories, events and virtual experiences from that angle.

I'm so excited for Lauren to share her unique vantage point, focusing on how the speakers she’s produced have been able to overcome the obstacle of disconnection - and bust through that wall - aka the camera! - that too often exists in this virtual world… 

What made MLK such a powerful speaker? On today’s show - in honor of Martin Luther King Day - I’m gonna nerd out on the persuasive techniques that MLK used to geniusely persuade - and how YOU can bring your own persuasive power to life in your talks, too… 

Movers - I scrapped my plan this week to take a raw moment to talk with you about words, and power - and courage. The idea that I've built my business on is that words can move the world. That idea is a neutral one, unfortunately - as we've seen these past four years. People can move the world in ways that harm others... But our words? - Our words are NOT neutral. So after listening to the show today I hope you'll step out into the world in 2021 with a renewed purpose to use this incredibly powerful tool we have - our words and our voices and our stories... for good. <3 

Last year was the LEAP. And now? We surrender to the fall. We FLOW. And you know what that means for our business and life? We have no idea yet… but we’re going to do our best to enjoy the ride. It’s all about FLOW.