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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Becoming an Authoritative Coach and Speaker with Chris Marr Summary In this episode of Present Influence, host John interviews Chris Marr, author of the book Become An Authoritative Coach, to discuss the importance of owning authority in coaching and public speaking. They explore themes like the struggle with people-pl
Embracing Humour and Preparing for Standup: The Journey to Episode 200 Summary Host John Ball is excited about the upcoming 200th episode, which will feature an interview with Chris Marr. He also gives an update about his recent solo venture, which was inspired by a previous episode with Judy Carter. John discusses the
Unlocking the Secrets to Being Funny: A Conversation with Comedy Coach Judy Carter Summary In this episode of Present Influence, host John Ball interviews Judy Carter, renowned comedy coach and author of 'The New Comedy Bible' and 'The Message of You'. They discuss the possibility of learning to be funny, the importanc
Turning Competitors into Collaborators: A Mindset Shift for Speakers, Coaches and Consultants
Competitors or Collaborators? A Mindset Shift for Greater Professional Success Summary In this episode of Present Influence, host John Ball explores the often daunting topic of competitors within the industry. He shares his personal mindset shift from viewing peers strictly as competitors to seeing them as potential co
Mastering Visual Storytelling for Your Brand with John Demato Summary In this episode of 'Present Influence,' John delves into the art of visual storytelling with expert photographer John Demato. They discuss how images and photos on websites and social channels contribute to brand identity, moving beyond superficial a
Turning Insecurities into Presentation Superpowers Summary In this episode of Present Influence, John Ball, a keynote coach and professional speaker, addresses common insecurities that many speakers, coaches, and communicators face. He discusses how these insecurities, whether related to appearance, voice, or personal
