Have you ever walked away from a presentation thinking, “That was… fine,” but not truly moved, inspired, or motivated? Here’s the truth: Most presenters mean well - they want to share valuable information - but they miss what truly makes a talk stick with the audience. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a recent presentation I gave at a local AI meetup that got amazing feedback - not because I taught all the things, but because I did these 3 key things instead. You’ll learn: What made this AI-focused talk both insightful and inspiring to a room full of people at all levels of tech Why having a clear structure (yes, our Signature Talk Canvas!) is non-negotiable How to go beyond teaching and step into thought leadership by showing your audience what’s possible The powerful “aha” moment a friend shared with me after my talk - and why it matters for your delivery How I use AI workflows and agents in my business, from podcast production to lead nurturing Whether you're speaking to clients, colleagues, or on a stage, these 3 secrets will help you create the kind of talk that resonates and gets you invited back. Links: Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/429/ Get my AI presentation slides + my Notion project: speakingyourbrand.com/ai-human Want to create your own insightful and inspirational signature talk? Book a VIP Day or join our Thought Leader Academy: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/work-with-us/coaching/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcox Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 288: A Framework for Creating a Signature Talk for Income and Impact Episode 327: From Expert to Thought Leader: 3 Key Strategies You Need Now in the AI Age Episode 355: What a Signature Talk Is and What It Should be Doing for You JOIN US: Our in-person Speaking Accelerator Workshop is coming up in Downtown Orlando on October 30, 2025. Create and practice your signature talk in one day using our proven framework, so you can confidently share your message and attract more opportunities. It's a fun, supportive environment where you get personalized feedback, professional photos, and more. Limited to 15 attendees. Get the details and secure your spot at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/orlando/.

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