Michael looks back on the conversations he had this season and shares his thoughts on how you can apply what we learned from our guests. For episode resources and transcripts, visit https://stealtheshow.com/podcast

How to Use Writing as a Thought Leader

Jul 25th, 2023 50m 17s

Michael talks to Heroic Public Speaking’s Brand and Communications Director, Dylan Gallimore, about how to translate brand values into engaging communications. Dylan shares his approach to writing, and how you can use writing to connect with yo

Partnering with Speakers Bureaus

Jul 18th, 2023 1h 12m

One of the most common questions we get from speakers is “how do I get a speakers bureau to represent me?” It can feel like a big mystery, especially when you’re new to the industry. So we reached to the smartest person we know when it comes to

Listener Q&A: Gimmick-Free Creativity, Showing vs. Telling, and Recovering When You Bomb

Jul 11th, 2023 42m 6s

Michael answers your questions with the help of Heroic Public Speaking’s Creative Swiss Army Knife, Queena Bergen. Learn how to be creative without gimmicks, make dry information memorable, and recover when you bomb. For episode resources and t

Forgiveness is a High Performance Tool

Jul 4th, 2023 1h 2m

Orlando Bowen is a former professional football player whose career was cut short by a vicious attack. As a keynote speaker, he empowers people to overcome adversity, find their passion, and use their gifts to serve. In this episode, Orlando ta

Is Social Media Still Worth Your Time?

Jun 27th, 2023 53m 18s

Heroic Public Speaking’s own Creative Swiss Army Knife, Queena Bergen, drops hard won wisdom about how to leverage social media to build your brand as a thought leader. This eye-opening episode will change your mind about social media and give

Create Transformational Experiences on Video

Jun 20th, 2023 53m 37s

This week’s guest is a breath of fresh air with amazing energy. She’s also your secret weapon for leveling up your online video performances. Luria Petrucci is the founder of Live Streaming Pros. In the past 17 years, Luria has produced over si

Listener Q&A: How to Get the Gigs You Want

Jun 13th, 2023 40m 39s

Michael answers your questions with the help of Heroic Public Speaking’s Creative Swiss Army Knife, Queena Bergen. Get all the juicy details on booking speeches, establishing your brand identity as a speaker, and becoming a true performer. Fo

Change Is Inevitable. Will You Evolve With It?

Jun 6th, 2023 56m 13s

Change can be hard. That’s just human. But as visionary speakers, we need to think differently about the fear that comes with change. Because change is what drives our evolution. Change and our intentional choices about what comes next. Which i

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Steal the Show is back for Season 5!

May 30th, 2023 1m 14s

Steal the Show is back with a new season just in time for summer listening! We hope you’ll take us with you in your ears as you kick back on the beach, in the mountains, or wherever you take a summer pause. Learn what’s coming in this short sea

S4E10 Keeping More of What You Make

Apr 26th, 2022 1h 17m

On our Season Four finale, we’ve saved the best for last. (Well, not necessarily, but that’s a thing people still say, right?) Either way, this episode is a big one. On this episode, we get into the weeds on how you can keep more of your money—

S4E9 Keeping Your Income, Your Family, and Your Estate Safe and Sound

Apr 19th, 2022 49m 33s

You work hard. Very hard. You strive to grow your business and build wealth so that you can create financial stability not just for yourself, but your loved ones. On this episode, we talk about what it takes to protect the results of all your

S4E8 Asset Allocation

Apr 12th, 2022 1h 4m

On this episode, Michael and Matt explore the concept of portfolio asset allocation—and how to take emotion out of your investment decisions. If you’re someone who’s interested in maximizing gains and minimizing losses in the stock market, thi

S4E7 Money Advisors: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Apr 5th, 2022 1h 3m

At times, the world of business and finance can seem like the wild west—and when it comes to money advisors, things are no different. You’ve got your white hats, your black hats, and a whole mess of ugliness in between. On this episode, Michael

S4E6 What To Do With Additional Savings?

Mar 29th, 2022 1h 5m

On this episode, Michael and Matt break out their magnifying glasses and plaid Sherlock Holmes caps as they launch a live investigation into how speakers and entrepreneurs like you should think about additional savings. This is one of those dri

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It Doesn’t Matter What You Did Before (Michael's Soapbox)

Mar 25th, 2022 16m 15s

Whoa, what’s this? A bonus episode? Huh? Wha? That’s right. Welcome to the very first episode of Steal the Show: Michael’s Soapbox, our brand new bonus episode series. On this episode, Michael takes on one of the biggest questions that most asp

S4E5 Turning Your Business Into Your Own Family Bank

Mar 22nd, 2022 44m 51s

On this episode, we investigate an innovative way to think about your business: as your own, personal family bank. Any business owner or aspiring entrepreneur can benefit from thinking of their business in these terms. We discuss what that shif

S4E4 Increasing Cash Flow Through Savings and Efficiency. (Plus, Debt!)

Mar 15th, 2022 38m 5s

Uh oh. There’s that word. “Debt.” It’s a little scary, isn’t it? Well, go ahead and tap the play button, anyway—this episode will help put your mind at ease. On this episode, we talk about things that you and your business can do right now to s

S4E3 Setting up Your Business Operations, Personal Operations, and Bookkeeping for Financial Success

Mar 8th, 2022 52m 24s

On this episode, we take a hard look at a tricky question: “How should I set up my business?” As speakers and entrepreneurs, we want to make sure we’re doing everything we can to set our businesses up for success. But that doesn’t mean we’re

S4E2 How to Speak the Secret Language of Business Jargon

Mar 1st, 2022 47m 6s

On this episode, we decode the previously impenetrable ancient language known as “business jargon.” Like your own personal Rosetta Stone, we plunge headfirst into the deliberately confusing language of business and break it down for you piece b

S4E1 Introduction to Speakers with Money

Feb 22nd, 2022 10m 26s

Welcome to Steal the Show Season 4: Speakers with Money. On this introductory episode, we’re joined by season-long guest co-host Matt Rzepka, founder and owner of specialized financial services firm Valley Oak. Now, maybe you’re thinking, “Hmm.

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Season 4 Teaser

Feb 18th, 2022 1m 20s

New ideas. New discussions. New intro music. (Featuring an absolutely screamin’ saxophone.) Steal the Show is BACK. Check out this teaser episode for a sneak preview of all the good things to come.

140 How Danny Iny Pivoted from Hosting an In-Person Event to a Profitable Virtual Event

Apr 28th, 2020 57m 31s

Three weeks before the annual LIFT event, Danny Iny had to make a decision: cancel because of growing coronavirus concerns or keep moving forward. He did a little bit of both, which wound up being a million dollar choice. Read more at https:

139 Profit First Innovator Mike Michalowicz on Entrepreneurship Simplified in Uncertain Times

Apr 14th, 2020 52m 12s

Welcome to our first recording since social distancing. And if there’s any message we’d want to hug, it’s the words of Mike Michalowicz. From micro- to macro-crises, we cover how to prep your business when the economy is not on your side. This

138 Duct Tape Marketer John Jantsch on Becoming a Self-Reliant Entrepreneur

Mar 17th, 2020 52m 50s

Did you know that 19th century thinkers hold the secrets for today’s successful entrepreneurs? We’re talking about the practices and philosophies that help entrepreneurs become self-reliant. John Jantsch is a marketing consultant, speaker, and