{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F8a55a3be-1747-494e-8e21-476e3f823c78","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Episode 162: Become a TEDx Speaker: Tips for Powerful Public Speaking [featuring Michael Ashford]\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/8a55a3be-1747-494e-8e21-476e3f823c78\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 162: Become a TEDx Speaker: Tips for Powerful Public Speaking [featuring Michael Ashford]","description":"In this episode, Patrick Casale and Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, a podcaster, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a speaking coach, discuss the journey of becoming a paid public speaker, the highs and lows of pursuing TEDx talks, and the importance of authentic storytelling.\n\nHere are 3 key takeaways:\n\nTake Action Despite Fear: Patrick discusses his journey of overcoming imposter syndrome and committing to TEDx speaker coaching, emphasizing the importance of moving forward despite self-doubt.\n\nPrepare Through Diverse Experiences: Michael Ashford shares how his extensive background in podcast hosting, creating social media videos, and speaking at conferences, highlighting the value of varied experiences in preparing for major speaking engagements.\n\nEmbrace Authenticity: Both Patrick and Michael stress the importance of showing up as your true self. Audiences appreciate authenticity and personal perspectives, making your message more relatable and impactful.\n\n\nMore about Michael:\n\nMichael Ashford is a communications explorer and a tireless optimist. He has spent years researching leadership, conflict communications, and how to overcome political and social polarization in an effort to chart a path to help us bridge divides, communicate well, and find more common ground. Michael is the Director of Marketing at a Denver-based software company, The Receptionist, as well as a podcaster, a two-time TEDx speaker, and what he calls an \"independent journalist\" as a shoutout to his former career as a newspaper editor.\n\nWebsite: michaelashford.com\n\n\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fListen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fSpotify\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fApple\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fYouTube Music\n\u25b6\ufe0f YouTube\n\u2708\ufe0f Learn about Retreats\n\ud83d\udde8\ufe0f Join the free Empowered Escape FB Community\n\ud83d\udde8\ufe0f Join the free All Things Private Practice FB Community\n\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\n\nThanks to Our Sponsors: The Receptionist for iPad, Alma, & All Things Private Practice + Empowered Escapes 2025 Retreats & Summits!\n\u2728 The Receptionist for iPad\nThanks to The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode.\nThe Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the need for you to buy an iPad and stand. 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