PowerSpeaking Podcast
Carrie Beckstrom
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Join Carrie Beckstrom, CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc. every month to discuss topics that will help you become a more powerful presenter and communicator. We believe that everyone's voice deserves to be heard!
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Next-Level Technical Presenting
The best technical presenters know that to have an impact, they need to be clear, compelling, and focused on the business case for their data—not just the data itself.
Join us for an expert panel discussion on how to ensure you connect with and persuade people—whether you’re pitching a new product design, driving a complex project to completion, or lobbying for a bigger research budget.
*Panelists Include:
Emilio Reyes Le Blanc: *Technology Specialist, Microsoft*
Sarah Polan: *Field CTO, Hashicorp*
John Warren: *Master Facilitator and Coach, PowerSpeaking*
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Sep 5, 2023
Lessons in Powerful Leadership Communication
*In this episode, we’ll explore how the best leaders communicate across and outside the organization to build trust, inform, and inspire.*
*Panelists include:
Mary Olesky: *Associate Director, Strategy and Curricular Support, Stanford Graduate School of Business
*Dan Albaum: *Marketing Leader, Market Impact
*Mano Cheema: *former Head of Architecture, AstraZeneca
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Jul 14, 2023
Effective Presenting to Decision Makers
In this episode, we discuss insights and practical tips to deliver a winning presentation to time-pressed executives.
*Panelists include:*
*Brent Kedzierski *Chief Learning Officer, HumanWRKS
*Anshu Arora, *PowerSpeaking Master Facilitators and Coach*
David Binder, *PowerSpeaking Master Facilitators and Coach
*Payal Gandhi Hoon, *PowerSpeaking Master Facilitators and Coach
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Jun 16, 2023
From Fearful to Courageous Presenting
*In this episode, we’ll discuss how you can make the journey from fearful
to courageous public speaking and presenting.
*Panelists Include:
*Liane Davey: *3COze, Inc. Co-founder and Principal
*Mitesh Kapadia: *PowerSpeaking Master Facilitator and Coach
*Janell Payne: *PowerSpeaking Master Facilitator and Coach
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May 19, 2023
High-Impact Conference Speaking
*In this episode, we’ll discuss how to become a more confident, engaging, and memorable conference speaker.*
Panelists include:
*Rebecca Mackenzie: *Global Director, Product Marketing for Salesforce
*Bonny Shapira: *Corporate Events Planner for Cisco
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Apr 20, 2023
Use Your Voice to Make a Difference
*In this episode, we’ll discuss how becoming a more powerful communicator can help you make a difference at work, in your community, or for a cause.
*Panelists include:
*Geoffrey Kasangaki: *Uganda Country Director, Asante Africa Foundation
asanteafrica.org*
Christa Gannon: *Coach, Consultant, and Founder, Fresh Lifelines for Youth
flyprogram.org*
Kevin Yates: Owner, *L&D Detective, and Nonprofit Founder
mealsinthemeantime.org
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Mar 17, 2023
Powerful Communication for Women in Tech & Science
In this episode, we’ll discuss powerful communication strategies for women in tech & science to help you make your voice heard, your message clear, and your impact strong.
Panelists include:
*Neema Uthappa:* Head of Engineering for Cloud Data Analytics & AI, McKinsey & Company
*Sarah Palmer:* Director of Business Development EMEA with PowerSpeaking
*Karen McDonagh:* Transformation Director & Board member, London Market Joint Ventures
*Eleanor Deal*: Tech Lead for Digital Publishing, Office for National Statistics UK
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Feb 17, 2023
Storytelling That Drives Business and Community
In this episode, we’ll discuss the power of good storytelling to help you make a greater impact at work—and in your community.*
*Panelists include:
*Isabel Walker: *Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
*Mark Fleischer: *Founder and Executive Director of Storyboard Memphis
*Paul van der Lingen: *Director, Cloud Solutions Architects Office of the CTO at Netapp
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Jan 20, 2023
Best-Practice Hybrid Communications
In this episode, we’ll discuss the challenges of and best-practice solutions for this brave new world of hybrid communication in our workplaces and communities.*
*Panelists include:
* *Jenny DeVaughn: *VP, Transformation Communications at ADP
* *Amy Furber: *Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
* *Amy Riley: *Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
* *Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Dec 13, 2022
Lesson From The Stage: What Speakers Can Learn From Actors
In this episode we talk about "Lessons From The Stage: What Speakers Can Learn From Actors" The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you improve your speaking and presentation skills.
Panelists include:
* *Donnie Hill: *Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
* *Brian Moore: *Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
* *Lisa Rothman: *Facilitator, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
* *Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Nov 30, 2022
Building Your Personal Brand
In this episode we talk about "Building Your Personal Brand." The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you build your personal brand.
Panelists include:
* *Kristin Lincoln: *CEO, LiveWire
* *Amy Powell: *VP Leader Development, The Marcus Buckingham Company
* *Morgan A. Wider:* Founder, Wider Style
* *Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Nov 3, 2022
C-Suite Communication Matters
In this episode we talk about "C-Suite Communication Matters." The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you become a stronger communicator.
Panelists include:
* *Andrew Blotky, *Founder, Azure Leadership Group
* *Brad Whitworth, *Senior Advisor, Strategic Services, Haiilo
* *Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Sep 30, 2022
Cross-Cultural Communication - A Global Skillset that Drives Business
In this episode we talk about cross-cultural communication. The episode includes insights and actionable tips to help you become a more inclusive communicator.
Panelists include:
*Rajani Shailender:* VP of Sales, Tech Mahindra
*Elizabeth Bachman*: Principal, Strategic Speaking for Results
*Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Aug 25, 2022
Making a major change? Communicate!
In this episode we talk about the power of best-practice communication before, during, and after a major change.
Panelists include:
*Sandia Ren:* Chief Transformation Officer, Vitech Systems Group
*Mary Schafer*: VP, Strategic Advisory Services, ADP
*Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Aug 12, 2022
The Power of Storytelling
In this episode, we discuss the power of storytelling. Good storytelling is good for business. But not everyone knows how to tell a tale that drives a project or a proposal forward.
Panelists include:
*Jon Billett:* Salesforce Storyteller SE: EMEA
*Bei Wang:* Media & Communication Consultant
*Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Jul 13, 2022
Is TEDx in Your Future?
In this episode, we discuss how to secure & nail a TEDx talk and enhance your day-to-day communication and presentation skills.
Panelists include:
*Payal Gandhi Hoon:* Master Facilitator, TEDx Speaker, and Coach
*Reci Schmellick:* Master Facilitator and TEDx Coach
*Rachel Lindbergh:* Space Policy Analyst, IDA Science and Technology Policy Institute
*Carrie Beckstrom:* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Jun 17, 2022
Re-entering The World of Industry Conferences
In this episode we discuss re-entering the world of industry conferences, whether you're a keynote speaker, a panelist, or an attendee.
Panelist include:
*Cindy Solomon*: CEO, Courageous Leadership Institute
*Sarah Palmer*: Director of Business Development, EMEA, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
*Joao Vasconcelos*: Senior Content Producer, Ascend Global Media
*Carrie Beckstrom,* CEO, PowerSpeaking, Inc.
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Jun 14, 2022
The Power of Sponsors in the Workplace
In this episode we cover how sponsors are different from mentors, how they can benefit you, how to earn them, and much more.
Panelists include:
* *Brent Bloom - Brent Bloom Consulting, LLC and PowerSpeaking, Inc. Board Member*
* *Gillian Fox - Program Lead and Managing Director, Gillian Fox Group*
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Jun 13, 2022
The Power of Mentors and Sponsors
In this episode we discuss the power of Mentors and Sponsors with our panelists and guests.
Panelists include:
* *Carla Borango - SVP Global Engineering & Facilities Pharma Technical Operations, Genetech*
* *Dr. Bindu Garapaty - VP Talent & Inclusion, Diversity & Equity, Impossible Foods*
* *Erna Grasz - CEO, Asante Africa Foundation*
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