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The Presentation Whisperer Show
Step inside the world of presentations with professional speaker and bestselling author Rob Jolles as he hosts The Presentation Whisperer. Through candid conversations with top professional speakers, seasoned trainers, and authors finding their voice, Rob uncovers the secrets behind powerful delivery. He’ll share trainer-tested techniques for holding a room’s attention for hours, or even days. And when a presentation isn’t hitting the mark, you’ll discover how to diagnose the problem and…
Episodes
The Presentation Whisperer ShowHow To Handle Yourself Professionally During A Confrontation
Most of us try to avoid confrontation, and for good reason. But sometimes a difficult conversation is necessary, and knowing what to say... and what not to…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowIs This The Message You Were Meant To Give
What if the most powerful message you could give an audience is the one that comes directly from who you are? Finding the right message is one thing, but…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Art Of The Giveaway
What makes a giveaway memorable instead of forgettable? The right giveaway can do more than reward participation; it can extend the impact of a presentation…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowHow To Speak With Confidence
Confidence changes when you stop waiting to feel it and start believing in what you have to say. Because when you truly believe in your message, and yourself…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowTwo Words That Can Change Everything
What if two simple words could help you in almost any professional interaction? Whether you’re facing a big presentation, an important sales call, a job…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowHow to Practice a Presentation Without Sounding Rehearsed
What separates a speaker who looks completely prepared from one who simply knows the material? The difference may come down to what happens long before they…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowHow To Get More From Every Networking Meeting
Networking meetings can feel productive and still leave you with absolutely nothing. You ask the right questions, listen carefully, and make a good…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowYour Unique Brilliance
What if the thing you’re trying hardest to hide as a speaker is actually the thing that could make you unforgettable? The most compelling presenters don’t…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowIt's What You Learn After You Know It All
What’s more dangerous than not knowing enough? Thinking you already know it all. Sometimes the experience that makes you confident as a presenter can also be…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Video Advantage: A Unique Way To Build Trust
Landing a speaking engagement is hard. Getting invited back can be even harder. Actor, and key note speaker Zack Starr sits down with Rob to explore how…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhy Your Audience Needs a Destination
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why the “big picture” is essential in any presentation or conversation. o How audiences become confused when they receive…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Secret To First Time Deliveries
Ever notice how the most confident presenters rarely sound rehearsed? That’s because confidence doesn’t come from memorizing every word; it comes from knowing…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowPresenting Without Your "A" Game
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o The difference between being “in the zone” and being in a grind. o Why performance is often inconsistent, even for high…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhat Presenters Can Learn From Salespeople
The best presenters have something in common with the best salespeople: they don’t simply deliver information. They create the energy, awareness, and belief…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Bully In Your Brain
“You’re just not good enough.” That voice can show up at exactly the wrong moment, especially when you’re about to step in front of an audience. What if that…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowAre You Preparing For The Wrong Audience?
Most presenters prepare carefully for their presentations. Unfortunately, they often prepare for the wrong audience; themselves. Chief Thought Leader and…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Paul Harvey Method Of Storytelling
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why Paul Harvey’s storytelling style was so effective at capturing attention. o How strategic pauses can dramatically…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Introverted Speaker
Does speaking up drain you before you ever say your first word? And what if the anxiety that makes communication feel so difficult could actually become a…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Elephant In Your Presentation
Don’t let your call to action become the elephant in the room. Every presentation that asks an audience to buy, change, support, or act can create a certain…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowHandling The Unexpected Like A Pro
In this episode of the Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: How the principles of protective intelligence apply directly to presenting in front of an…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhy Great Presenters Think Like Artists
In this Whisper Shot, you'll learn: o Why artists create work for others but ultimately seek to satisfy themselves. o What presenters can learn from the…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowStop Comparing And Start Connecting
In this episode of the Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • Why so many presenters and leaders compare themselves to people with massive online…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowHow to Become a Bureau's Go-To Speaker
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • How John became known as "The Pitch Whisperer" and the common mistake he saw speakers…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Moment Your Difference Becomes Your Superpower
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you will learn: o Why so many speakers feel pressure to look, sound, and behave like everyone else on stage…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowMental Movement: The Secret to Virtual Engagement
In this Whisper Shot, you'll learn: o Why adults struggle to stay engaged during lengthy virtual sessions. o The difference between physical movement and…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhy Great Presenters Think Like Coaches
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show you will learn: How shifting from “having the answers” to guiding discovery can dramatically increase…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Coaching Advantage
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • Why knowing your subject isn't enough to be a great presenter. • How personalized coaching…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowTurning Uncomfortable Messages Into Memorable Presentations
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: How to present information audiences need to hear, even when they’d rather avoid the topic…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhy Great Presenters Crave Pressure
In this Whisper Shot, you'll learn: o Why the word "anxious" can be more productive than the word "nervous." o How anxiety can be channeled into focus and…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhat Makes Audiences Buy In
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • The difference between getting audiences to believe what you're saying and getting them to…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Mindset Shift Every Virtual Presenter Needs
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • The biggest mindset shift presenters must make when moving from live to virtual delivery. •…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowBefore the First Word Is Spoken
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • How to design presentations for different cognitive styles without making delivery overly…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Presenter’s Webcam Adjustment
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why high energy can sometimes weaken credibility. o The difference between performing and connecting. o How camera…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Question Every Audience Is Asking
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • Why so many presenters, even experienced ones, miss the audience's WIFM and the…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowStop Waiting To Feel Ready!
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • How Sara discovered she had a message worth sharing with audiences and what inspired her…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowFrom Fear To Focus On Stage
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: Why so many presenters mistakenly believe audiences want them to fail when most audiences are…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Three P's Of Virtual Presentations
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why client-facing virtual meetings require a different standard than internal calls. o How lighting and internet…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowCareer, Marriage, and Life on the Road
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • What Linda believes is the "secret sauce" behind building and sustaining a successful…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowFrom Informative to Transformational
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • The biggest difference between speakers who entertain an audience and those who truly…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Power of Vulnerability on Stage
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • Why audiences tend to disconnect from polished, “perfect” presentations. • What…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Missing Link in Great Storytelling
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why stories are far more memorable than facts alone. o The common mistake speakers make when they abruptly “drop in” a…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowConfidence By Design: What Great Speakers Do Differently
In this episode of the Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o What we’re really talking about when we say “confidence,” and how it differs from arrogance…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Secret to Long-Term Success as a Speaker
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • What separates speakers who build lasting careers from those who fade out early. • Why…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhat A Speaker's Brand REALLY Is
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • Why so many speakers confuse having a single talk and good slides with having a true brand…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Presentation Trap Nobody Talks About
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: Why “more” can quickly turn into a distraction instead of an enhancement How overloading your presentation weakens clarity…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowStop Performing And Start Connecting
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • How Erin’s personal and professional journey shaped her work as a speaker, coach, and…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowFrom Battlefield Briefings to Boardroom Keynotes
In this episode of the Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o What presentation technique consistently creates “aha moments” across different audiences…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowAI Tools Every Speaker Should Understand
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o Why so many speakers struggle to turn passion into predictable income—and where the real…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowWhat I Got Wrong About Personality Models
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: Why traditional personality models can fall short in real-world presentations How to quickly read your audience without…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Real Business of Getting Booked
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o The most common misconceptions about becoming a professional speaker and how the business…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowConfidence, Presence, and First Impressions That Stick
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o What audiences are silently deciding about you in the first few moments before you even…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowSpeaking to Latino Audiences the Right Way
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o Why treating “the Latino audience” as a single group is one of the biggest mistakes…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Lesson Lombardi Meant For Us to Hear
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: The surprising truth about the famous quote often attributed to Vince Lombardi Why the real message behind the quote…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowStyle vs. Technique: Where Presenters Get It Wrong
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o The difference between personal style and proven technique—and why confusing the two can…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowFrom Speaker to Author: What’s Really Holding You Back
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o What speaker bureaus and decision-makers really see when comparing speakers with and…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowTurning Experts into Engaged Participants
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: The first mistake many speakers make when presenting to rooms full of subject matter experts…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Danger Of Emphasizing Everything
In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: Why telling an audience that everything is important actually weakens your message. How overloading presentations, slides…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowThe Framework Behind Great Keynotes
In this episode of the Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • What Brian means by the “crisis of expertise” and what actually breaks down when highly…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowFunny on Purpose: Humor as a Presentation Tool
In this Presentation Whisperer Show you will learn: o Where the belief comes from that humor is something you either have—or you don’t. o What people…
The Presentation Whisperer ShowFrom Stage To Strategy: Turning A Talk Into A Brand
In this Presentation Whisperer Show you will learn: How to define “going viral” and why views alone aren’t always a meaningful measurement of success. What a…