Are you an introvert who shies away from the spotlight, especially when it comes to public speaking?

Tune into this episode of The Quiet and Strong Podcast, where host David Hall sits down with Salvatore Manzi, a seasoned leadership communications coach and self-proclaimed introvert, to uncover strategies that transform the way introverted leaders approach public speaking.

You'll learn how to leverage your natural strengths, build confidence, and create memorable and compelling speeches, all while staying true to yourself. Listen in as Salvatore shares his insights into understanding key differences between introverts and extroverts and how these unique attributes can be channeled into your communication style.

Hear about the power of preparation, the significance of storytelling, and the art of mastering your energy when presenting. This episode not only promises to inspire, but also equip you with practical tools to face public speaking with ease and authenticity.

Embrace your introverted strengths—and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/215

Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communications coach with over 20 years of experience helps technical, analytical and introverted leaders amplify their influence and impact. With emphasis on frameworks, principles, and techniques, Salvatore empowers leaders to connect authentically and navigate high-stakes engagements with confidence. He’s an introvert who learned to harness the power of owning the spotlights and shares his passion for collaborative team environments through effective communication.

Connect with Salvatore:

Website: SalvatoreManzi.com
Socials: LinkedIn

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Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:

David Hall

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Are you ready to unlock the power of your introversion and boost your career success? In this episode of The Quiet and Strong Podcast, host David Hall welcomes certified career strategist and introvert advocate Lissa Appiah. Together, they explore overcoming introverted challenges and maximizing your inherent strengths to thrive in your professional journey.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into embracing self-awareness, building a personal brand, and discovering how introverts can effectively stand out in the workplace. Key takeaways include strategies for speaking up in meetings, initiating meaningful conversations, and leveraging your unique strengths for leadership success.

Tune in to learn how to articulate your strengths, become more visible in your career, and balance your need for solitude with professional demands. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand and harness their introverted gifts for career advancement.

Listen in, embrace your introversion, and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/214

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Lissa Appiah is a Certified Career Strategist, Certified Organizational Coach, Personal Branding Consultant, and the Founder of WeApply, with over a decade of experience in public policy, program operations, and human resources. She helps quiet leaders and their teams uncover their unique strengths and win at work while staying true to themselves.

Corporate leaders work with Lissa to deliver career and leadership workshops and training that boost engagement and retain talent. Career changers and promotion seekers choose Lissa to find their voice and stand out for opportunities. She has helped thousands secure roles with Fortune 500 companies and various government levels in Canada and the U.S.

Connect with Lissa:

Website: WeApply.ca

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Socials: LinkedIn | Youtube

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David Hall

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How can we build self-trust and transform our inner dialogue into a powerful tool for success?

In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall is joined by Dawn Ledet, a certified life coach and author of "Master Your Inner Dialogue, Transform Your Self Talk for Goal Success."

Listeners will learn how to own their choices, resist self-sabotaging labels, and turn negative thoughts into opportunities for growth. Dawn shares practical strategies for building self-trust, aligning your inner dialogue with your goals, and embracing your unique strengths.

Tune in to discover the importance of having your own back, the power of seeing a different perspective, and how to master your self-talk for achievement. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking clarity, confidence, and ease in reaching their aspirations.

Listen now, and be strong.

Episode Link & Show Notes: QuietandStrong.com/213

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Dawn Ledet, a certified life coach, former corporate sales executive, and author of Master Your Inner Dialogue: Transform Your Self-Talk for Goal Success, is on a mission to help high-achieving entrepreneurs and leaders crush their goals with clarity, confidence, and ease. Drawing on her expertise in coaching and years of experience in high-stakes sales and leadership, Dawn empowers clients to rewrite self-sabotaging narratives, build unshakable self-trust, and turn inner dialogue into a powerful tool for lasting success. Through practical strategies and proven frameworks, she helps people achieve their dreams without the overwhelm.

Connect with Dawn:

Website: TheSelfTrustCoach.com

Join Dawn's Challenge: 7 Day Self Trust Boost Challenge

Podcast: The Self-Trust Solution

Get Dawn's Book: Master Your Inner Dialogue: Transforming Your Self Talk for Goal Success

Socials: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

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David Hall

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How can introverts build meaningful, purposeful connections in a way that aligns with their natural strengths? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall welcomes Michelle Warner, a business strategist and introverted networking expert, to discuss strategies that empower introverts to create and nurture valuable networks with confidence and intention.

Listeners will discover practical tools tailored for introverts, such as the power of setting clear networking goals, finding ideal connections, and fostering long-term relationships. Michelle shares smart approaches like using structured assignments, creating purposeful projects, and mastering the art of small, meaningful asks to gradually strengthen relationships without overwhelm. You'll also hear eye-opening insights into how extroverts face their own networking challenges, and how building the right network—rather than the biggest one—can lead to professional and personal success.

Whether you're an introverted business owner, creative, or professional looking to confidently grow your connections, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories to guide your journey. Learn how to embrace your natural talents, honor your needs, and build connections that matter. Gain clarity, confidence, and effective strategies to make networking work for YOU.

Listen in, and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/212

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Michelle Warner designs tiny companies that are built for the long run. With an MBA from one of the world’s top business schools and 15+ years growing small businesses, Michelle knows how to help you diagnose and fix what’s not working while designing a new iteration of your business that will work for you.

She’s also the creator of Networking That Pays, the introvert-friendly, always awkward-free connection system that delivers reliable leads, consistent referrals and meaningful connections.

Connect with Michelle

Website: TheMichelleWarner.com

Podcast: Sequence Over Strategy

Socials: LinkedIn

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David Hall

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In this insightful episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall and guest Mahlena-Rae Johnson explore the unique strengths that introverts bring to public speaking. Mahlena-Rae, an accomplished speaker, comedian, and author, shares her journey from a shy student to a dynamic presentation coach for introverted CEOs.

You'll learn practical strategies to harness your introverted superpowers in public speaking, from preparation techniques to embracing imperfection. Discover how even those with stage fright can captivate an audience by leveraging their natural strengths.

This episode is a must-listen for introverts looking to master the art of public speaking and for anyone interested in understanding how introverted qualities can be turned into powerful strengths. Tune in to learn how you can present to the world in a way that aligns with your natural abilities and achieves your goals.

And be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/211

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Speaker, comedian, and 6-time author Mahlena-Rae Johnson is Professor X for Introverted Edtech CEOs with Stage Fright. She has consistently taught leaders how to hone superpowers of public speaking for over 2 decades. Mahlena has been featured on CBC Kids, The Great Canadian Woman Podcast, BusinessBecause, and more.

Mahlena's Website: MahlenaSpeaks.blogspot.com

Get Mahlena's New Book: Speak Anyway: A Public Speaking Guide for Introverted CEO's with Stage Fright

Socials: LinkedIn | Bluesky

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David Hall

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Are you an introvert struggling to overcome common business fears? In this enlightening episode of the Quiet and Strong Podcast, host David Hall sits down with Mark Franklin, a speaker, mindset expert, and business strategist, to tackle the four fears that often hold business owners back: procrastination, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the fear of failure.

Mark shares his unique journey from graphic design to becoming a mindset coach and introduces his new book aimed at helping individuals embrace these fears. Listeners will learn valuable strategies for recognizing and managing these fears, understand the importance of clarity and bravery in business, and find ways to leverage their introverted strengths to achieve success.

This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspirational stories that will empower you to confront and embrace your own business fears, helping you unlock your full potential. Listen in and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/210

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Mark Franklin is a speaker, mindset expert and business strategist with over 20 years’ experience supporting business owners to embrace their Four Fears® - the most common barriers preventing them from having the business and life) of their dreams.

Mark invests deeply in his clients’ stories, providing uplifting, relevant and engaging support to unlock the bravery and belief they need to pursue their happy path to success.

The Four Fears® Programmes are designed to move companies, team members and business owners from inertia to victory and find joy in that journey. Mark’s vision is to help others write a better story for themselves and their families.

Connect with Mark:

Website: MarkFranklin.co

Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

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David Hall

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Have you ever wondered what makes a story truly impactful in a presentation? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall sits down with Dr. Simon Raybould to explore the art and science of purposeful storytelling. Dr. Raybould, a research scientist and presentation trainer, shares his unique insights into how stories can be powerful tools for introverts and extroverts alike.

Listeners will learn about the different types of stories—whether for building rapport, establishing authority, or simply entertaining—and how to strategically deploy them to make a lasting impact.

Why should you listen? This episode offers practical advice on mastering storytelling to elevate your presentations, making them not just informative but transformative. It's a must-listen for anyone wanting to harness the power of stories to influence, educate, and inspire.

Tune in, learn, and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/209

Dr. Simon Raybould started life as a research scientist, with a PhD looking at the causes of childhood cancers. It's this intellectually rigorous approach that differentiates him from most presentation trainers...but he's also been a lighting designer for dance companies, a playwright, an author, a teacher, a trainer, professional speaker, and a fire-eater.

Connect with Dr. Raybould

Website: Storymaking.Business/

Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram

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Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:

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Are you spending your time in a way that truly fulfills and energizes you? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall explores how introverts can harness their natural strengths to manage their time and productivity effectively. You'll learn why understanding your introversion is crucial for time management and how your unique approach can lead to extraordinary success.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

• Identifying what drains and energizes you
• Strategies for intentional reflection and goal setting
• The importance of carving out solitude for recharging, dreaming, and planning

Whether you're overwhelmed by a busy schedule or looking to create more meaningful progress towards your goals, this episode offers valuable insights tailored especially for introverts. Tune in to discover how to align your time and energy with your true self, and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/208

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David Hall

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