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128: From Page to Stage - Interview with Alexia Vernon

04 Jan 2017

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Hey there word nerds! Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to someone who has been instrumental in helping me up my speaking game. Whether you've been hearing me speak on this podcast or have seen me speak on stage, this person has had a tremendous impact in helping me become the speaker that I am. This person is Alexia Vernon. Alexia has been branded a "Moxie Maven" by the White House Office of Public Engagement because of her unique and effective approach to developing female leaders, for a decade she has been a go-to speaking coach to CEOs, New York Times bestselling authors, media personalities, and scores of visionary entrepreneurs and change-makers who are ready to go from best-kept secrets to hotshot, transformational speakers.   Her unique background as a former Miss Junior America, public speaker, professor, actor, dancer, TEDx organizer, and corporate trainer has enabled Alexia to speak on stages such as the United Nations during the Commission on the Status of Women, INBOUND, and the Association of Talent Development (ATD). She has appeared on major media outlets like CNN, NBC, Inc., and Women's Health Magazine. Her clients have spoken on stages like the World Domination Summit, Transformational Leadership Council, Entrepreneurs' Organization, Off the Charts Live, and at TEDx's around the world, not to mention scoring some amazing media coverage in publications like The New York Times, TIME, and Vanity Fair, and networks like OWN and Good Morning America.   In this episode Alexia and I discuss: The importance of public speaking for authors Finding your voice as a speaker How speaking can help you hone your ideas Plus, Alexia's #1 tip for writers. About Alexia Vernon Branded a "Moxie Maven" by the White House Office of Public Engagement for her unique and effective approach to developing female leaders, for a decade she has been a go-to speaking coach to CEOs, New York Times bestselling authors, media personalities, and scores of visionary entrepreneurs and change-makers who are ready to go from best-kept secrets to hotshot, transformational speakers. Her unique background as a former Miss Junior America, public speaker, professor, actor, dancer, TEDx organizer, and corporate trainer has enabled Alexia to speak on stages such as the United Nations during the Commission on the Status of Women, INBOUND, and the Association of Talent Development (ATD). She has appeared on major media outlets like CNN, NBC, Inc., and Women's Health Magazine. Her clients have spoken on stages like the World Domination Summit, Transformational Leadership Council, Entrepreneurs' Organization, Off the Charts Live, and at TEDx's around the world, not to mention scoring some amazing media coverage in publications like The New York Times, TIME, and Vanity Fair, and networks like OWN and Good Morning America. For more info and show notes: DIYMFA.com/128

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