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Conference OverviewTake it from an author and speaker who used to get hives when presenting at important meetings during her time at Google: we all get nervous before major speaking opportunities — our body is going into a predictable fight or flight response from being isolated on an open plane, with dozens of eyeballs staring at us. The question is, do you know the insider tips and tricks to harness those nerves and use them to your advantage?Based on years of international speaking experience and over five years on the Training and Career Development teams at Google, Jenny Blake interviews 25 authors, TED speakers and the world’s leading experts to bring you practical tips to improve your confidence, delivery and impact while speaking in front of others. Oral speech is an art form as old as time; in this series we will go behind-the-scenes to uncover the psychology, strategy, physiology and business-building best practices of public speaking to influence audiences of any size.In this virtual conference, you will learn:- How to structure a presentation effectively to enact positive behavior change- The brain science behind how to practice your delivery to nail your content without notes- Physiological tips for calming nerves- Pointers for delivering your speech in an engaging, concise manner- How to build a strong reputation and profitable business as a professional speaker[/*]These skills will help you with everything from company presentations to client meetings to larger speaking engagements, and ensure that your audiences walk away feeling inspired and motivated to action. The Experts and Their Topics:Day 1Show and Tell: How Everybody Can Make Extraordinary Presentationswith Dan RoamDan Roam is the author of the international bestseller The Back of the Napkin, the most popular visual-thinking business book of all time. He’s also the founder and president of Digital Roam Inc.Beyond Resonate: Start a Movement through Stories of Transformationwith Nancy DuarteNancy Duarte is a writer and notable graphic designer. She is well known for her 3 bestselling books, including “Resonate”, and as the CEO of Duarte Design, the largest design firm in Silicon Valley.Design with the End in Mind: Connect With Your Audience Long Before You Enter the Roomwith Pamela SlimPamela Slim is an award-winning author, speaker and recognized expert on the new world of work. She is the founder of Escape from Cubicle Nation, one of the top career and business sites on the web.Don’t Be Afraid to Break the Rules: How to Engage Your Audiencewith Michael Bungay StanierMichael is the Senior Partner of Box of Crayons, a company that helps organizations do less Good Work and more Great Work. He’s the author of Do More Great Work and the philanthropic End Malaria.Right-Brain Planning: How to Map Your Speech Structure through Drawingwith Kelly KingmanKelly Kingman is a New York-based graphic recorder and visual notetaker at Kingman Ink. She creates visual summaries of spoken content like talks, discussions and meetings.Day 2So Good They Can’t Ignore You: How to Practice Effectivelywith Cal NewportCal is an Asst. Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University and author of So Good They Can’t Ignore You, a book which debunks the long-held belief that “follow your passion” is good advice.Master Your Set-up Before You Set Foot on Stagewith Clay HebertOne of the world’s leading crowdfunding experts, Clay has helped over 60 entrepreneurs and creatives raise over $10 million on platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo.Practice Like a Pro: Tips from a Veteran Actor and Professional Speakerwith John HavensJohn Havens is the founder of The H(app)athon Project, keynote speaker and author of the book Hacking H(app)iness. He’s also a contributing writer for Mashable, The Guardian and The Huffington Post.From Broadway to the Big Screen: How Actors Practice to Own the Stagewith Monica McCarthyMonica McCarthy is an Actress, Director, Producer, Writer, Traveler, Speaker prone to philosophizing, wondering & wandering. Currently calling NYC home, though her passport is never far away.Presenting for Geeks: Use Introversion to Your Advantagewith Dirk HaunPresenting for Geeks author, Dirk Haun is an Open Source enthusiast and a frequent speaker at tech conferences. When he’s not dabbling in code, he is helping others improve their presentation skills.Day 3Create Meaning by Making Connections Across a Wide Range of Ideaswith Shane ParrishShane is the founder of The Farnam Street Blog and the Principal at WM Canco Inc, a consulting organization that helps provide insights, strategies and tactics for specific business challenges.Set the Stage: Choose Your Role or Be Miscastwith Michael PortMichael Port is an author, speaker and small business marketing consultant. He’s been called an “uncommonly honest author” by the Boston Globe and a “marketing guru” by The Wall Street Journal.Find Your Truth: Impact Audiences by Speaking from the Heartwith Christina RasmussenChristina is on a crusade to change the way we live after loss. She founded Second Firsts and spends her time speaking, coaching and helping people rebuild, reclaim and re-launch their whole lives.Practice Like Your Career Depends On It (How to Give a TEDx Talk that Goes Viral)with Scott DinsmoreScott Dinsmore is the founder and Chief Experimenter at LiveYourLegend. He is an entrepreneur, coach and value investor obsessed with adventure, life experiments and learning.The Business of Belief: How to Make a Lasting Impressionwith Tom AsackerTom Asacker is often described as a catalyst and a nonconformist. He is a strategic advisor, an internationally acclaimed speaker and the author of six books including The Business of Belief.Day 4Lessons from a Paediatric Surgeon on Empathy: Practice Just Being Yourselfwith Ross FisherRoss Fisher is a Consultant Surgeon at Sheffield Children’s Hospital in England. He has a strong interest in medical education but has somewhat broken away from traditional teaching methods.Platinum Presence: Master Your Non-Verbal Communicationwith Cheryl DolanCheryl is a Communication Expert who believes that each individual innately possesses a powerful, resourceful state of being. She holds a BS in Communication and an MA in Speech/Language Pathology.Tips from a Professional Wingman on How to Find Your Confidencewith Thomas EdwardsThomas Edwards is the creator of The Professional Wingman, a company that helps single professionals achieve a higher quality of life through coaching and innovative dating and lifestyle strategies.How to Calm Nerves on the Big Day (and Nail Your First and Last 30 Seconds)with Susan WeinschenkBehavioral psychologist, Susan Weinschenk is the Founder and Principal of Weinschenk Institute, LLC. She’s the person to go to when you need to know how to persuade and motivate people to take action.Find the Essence of Your Idea and Fully Embody Itwith Mozart GuerrierMozart Gurrier is a writer, social worker, and TEDx speaker at MG SPEAKS. His work focuses on sharing stories for change and purpose on the page and stage. He’s an urban community builder, editor of Social En… MoreDay 5Generate a Momentum for Your Speaking Business (and Tips for Avoiding Burnout)with Adam CarrollAdam Carroll is the founder of National Financial Educators, co-founder of Succeed Faster Seminars, and the co-author of the book, Winning The Money Game.How to be a Memorable, “Sticky” Speakerwith Barry MoltzBarry Moltz is a nationally recognized expert on small business, a speaker, author and radio talk host. He has given hundreds of presentations and has appeared on many TV and radio programs.How to Nail Appearances on National Mediawith Jacquette TimmonsJacquette M. Timmons, MBA, is an author, coach, speaker, teacher and writer and founder of Sterling Investment Management, Inc., focusing on the psychology + emotions of money.How to Systematically Build a Speaking Career: Relationships are the Universal Currencywith Michael Parrish DuDellMichael Parrish DuDell is an entrepreneur, award-winning keynote speaker and consultant and bestselling author of Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business—the official book from ABC’s hit show Shark Tank.Stories Make Speeches: How to Find Your Authentic Voicewith Mike RobbinsMike Robbins, author of Focus on the Good Stuff and Be Yourself is a sought-after keynote speaker who teaches people how to infuse their lives and businesses with authenticity and appreciation.Your Host:Jenny BlakeJenny Blake is a bestselling author, career and business strategist and international speaker who helps smart people organize their brain, move beyond burnout, and build sustainable, dynamic careers they love.With two years at a technology start-up as the first employee, over five years at Google on the Training and Career Development teams, and three years of running her own business, Jenny combines her love of technology with her superpower of simplifying complexity to help clients through big transitions — often to pivot in their career or launch a book, blog or business.Jenny is the proud author of Life After College: The Complete Guide to Getting What You Want and blog of the same name. Today you can find her at JennyBlake.me, where she explores the intersection of mind, body and business. Follow her on Twitter @jenny_blake.