Present Influence
Present Influence, hosted by professional coach, speaker, and trainer John Ball, is the podcast dedicated to helping business owners and C-suite professionals develop the personal and professional skills to inspire, influence, and make a lasting impact. With a passion for ethical persuasion, rhetoric, and personal presentation, John brings years of experience working with some of the world's largest personal development companies to the table. Each week, John shares insights through solo episodes, interviews with influential guests, and in-depth book reviews. Whether you're looking to sharpen your presentation skills, master the art of persuasion, or enhance your leadership presence, Present Influence provides practical strategies and expert advice to help you lead with confidence and authenticity. Tune in and discover how to communicate your ideas in a way that resonates, persuades, and inspires lasting change.
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Overcoming Obstacles to Success: Avoiding Common Pitfalls for Coaches and Speakers Summary In this solo episode of Present Influence, John, despite battling the flu, shares insights and personal experiences on overcoming common obstacles to success. He emphasises issues such as taking on too many unimportant tasks, the
Summary First, a quick apology that this week's episode is later than usual. I've been under the weather this week but I was so excited to talk with Cam Beaudoin that I've pushed through to share it with you. Cam is a professional speaker and demo reel specialist. We dove deep into why a demo reel is absolutely essenti
Unlocking Speaker Fees: Learn How to Charge $/£/€10,000+ for Your Keynote Engagements
Mastering the Art of Negotiating High Speaking Fees Summary In this episode of Present Influence, John discusses the journey from low speaking fees to commanding $10,000 or more per event. He shares a firsthand account of a client's successful negotiation, insights on building confidence, and tips on perfecting keynote
Your Marketing Is A Joke! Boost Your Brand with Comedy | Adam Hunt (White Label Comedy)
Harnessing Humor in Marketing: An Interview with Adam Hunt of White Label Comedy Summary In this episode of 'Present Influence,' host John Ball is joined by Adam Hunt from White Label Comedy to discuss the power of humour in marketing. Adam shares how humour can serve as a unique tool to help brands stand out amidst th
The Courage to Break Through: Insights on Influence and Overcoming Self-Doubt Summary In this episode of Present Influence, John reflects on his recent interview with Lida Citroen and delves deeper into the theme of courage. He underscores the importance of courage in breaking through self-doubt and achieving success a
How to Be More Influential: Lessons from Lida Citröen on Courage, Visibility, and Realness
The New Rules of Influence with Lida Citroen Summary In this episode of Present Influence, host John Ball sits down with Lida Citroen, author of 'The New Rules of Influence, How to Authentically Build Trust, Drive Change, and Make an Impact.' They discuss the 10 essential elements to truly becoming influential, without
