How To Have Difficult Conversations With Melanie Whitney

🎧Timestamps:13:27 Prepping before the day of your talk24:09 Two tips for presenting online28:05 What distracts the audience most36:35 The piece of public speaking most people miss40:05 Tips for introverts when presenting45:56 Two tips for handling impromptu speaking49:02 Pitching vs keynoting: how to prepare for each53:22 My go-to warm-up before any talk57:14 A new LinkedIn feature you might’ve missed 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love:How To Speak Confidently in Important Conversations 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today?Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations.📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you!And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

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Timestamps:07:07 Why video content18:47 Video editing platforms21:06 3 questions to ask yourself to find your audience26:32 The three people to speak to27:36 Three tips for creating video39:10 Creators to follow on LinkedIn for video content45:35 Insider secret to help you get started If you loved this episode you should check out this episode The Power Of Video Content On LinkedIn With AJ Eckstein If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

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