Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 16 hours ago

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Public speaking and personal branding are becoming more important than ever. In this video, I sit down with Jen Gottlieb to talk about how to build visibility, grow your audience, and become a more confident communicator. Jen shares practical advice for getting speaking opportunities, crafting compelling keynote speeches, improving your storytelling skills, and overcoming the fear of being seen online and on stage.

We also talk about why human connection matters even more in the age of AI, the mistakes most speakers make, and how entrepreneurs can use both social media and public speaking to build trust and authority. Whether you want to speak on physical stages or simply become more confident showing up online, this conversation will help you communicate your message more effectively.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Why visibility matters for business growth
01:15 Jen Gottlieb’s business model and Stage Leaders program
03:02 How Jen got started in public speaking
07:49 Why everyone is already “on a stage” online
10:34 Why personal branding matters in 2026
14:07 Why public speaking is becoming more valuable in the AI era
17:40 How to start getting speaking opportunities
19:11 Why storytelling is the key to powerful speaking
22:09 Common mistakes public speakers make
36:08 Overcoming the fear of being seen

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