The Presentation Whisperer Show

Rob Jolles
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Step inside the world of presentations with professional speaker and bestselling author Rob Jolles as he hosts The Presentation Whisperer. Through candid conversations with top professional speakers, seasoned trainers, and authors finding their voice, Rob uncovers the secrets behind powerful delivery. He’ll share trainer-tested techniques for holding a room’s attention for hours, or even days. And when a presentation isn’t hitting the mark, you’ll discover how to diagnose the problem and transform it into something that truly connects. With a mix of expert interviews, real-time coaching, and Rob’s own four decades of battle-tested experience on stages and in training rooms around the world, The Presentation Whisperer goes beyond the surface to reveal what really makes a presentation resonate. Whether you’re a keynote speaker, a trainer, or simply someone with a message to share, you’ll walk away with practical tools and inspiring ideas to elevate your delivery. Because every presentation matters.

  1. Stop Waiting To Feel Ready!

    3 days ago

    Stop Waiting To Feel Ready!

    In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • How Sara discovered she had a message worth sharing with audiences and what inspired her speaking journey. • Why so many aspiring speakers struggle with self-worth, pricing, and charging appropriately for their expertise. • The fears that most often prevent talented people from pursuing professional speaking opportunities. • Why waiting until you feel completely ready may be the very thing holding you back. • What almost stopped Sara from writing Who Cares? and what ultimately motivated her to move forward with the project. • The key differences between people who talk about writing a book and those who actually finish one. • How becoming an author changed the way audiences, organizations, and clients viewed Sara's expertise. • The biggest surprises Sara encountered during the writing and publishing process.   To learn more about this guest: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellbeing4carers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarachallice/ X: https://twitter.com/SaraChallice YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ-ZVfI8Liu7_8CWkr-Xj6w Website: https://www.whocares4carers.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-challice-293852199/   Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    42 min
  2. From Fear To Focus On Stage

    5 days ago

    From Fear To Focus On Stage

    In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: Why so many presenters mistakenly believe audiences want them to fail when most audiences are actually rooting for their success. What Jenn sees as the most difficult part of speaking for many of her clients. What's happening psychologically in the moments before a presentation that creates stage fright and performance anxiety. How to reframe nervous energy so it becomes an asset rather than an obstacle. Practical techniques speakers can use in the final minutes before taking the stage to calm nerves and improve focus. How preparation reduces anxiety and where over-preparation can actually increase stress and undermine performance. What to do when panic begins to surface in the middle of a presentation. Strategies for recovering quickly after stumbling over words, losing your place, or making a mistake. How to rebuild confidence after a difficult speaking experience and regain trust in your abilities. Why many talented presenters miss opportunities to generate business at the end of their presentations. Simple, authentic ways to create a call to action that generates leads without feeling pushy or sales-oriented. What speakers can do when event organizers prohibit selling from the stage. To learn more about this guest: www.jennspingo.com https://www.youtube.com/c/JenniferEspinosaGoswami www.linkedin.com/in/jennspingo Mic Drop Mindset podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2593278 Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    36 min
  3. The Three P's Of Virtual Presentations

    25 Jun

    The Three P's Of Virtual Presentations

    In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why client-facing virtual meetings require a different standard than internal calls. o How lighting and internet stability affect credibility. o Why audio quality matters more than most people realize. o How camera height and eye contact improve connection. o The impact of cluttered backgrounds on audience focus. o Why multitasking is obvious—and costly—during online meetings. o How body language can show attentiveness through a screen. o The three P’s that can elevate every virtual presentation. Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    6 min
  4. Career, Marriage, and Life on the Road

    23 Jun

    Career, Marriage, and Life on the Road

    In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • What Linda believes is the "secret sauce" behind building and sustaining a successful speaking career for more than thirty years. • The marketing strategies and relationship-building approaches that helped her remain relevant and in demand throughout her career. • Some of the craziest experiences she's encountered on the speaking circuit, and a few lessons learned from her own missteps. • What a life on the road has truly cost her, and what it has given back in return. • How her perspective on travel, family, and parenting evolved as her children grew up. • Where speaker guilt tends to show up and how to manage it in a healthy and productive way. • What speakers often misunderstand about the impact frequent travel has on their spouse or partner. • The invisible workload family members often carry when a speaker is away from home. • Practical ways to stay connected with family and maintain strong relationships while traveling.. • The perspective shift Linda hopes every speaker will embrace when navigating the tension between career success and family life.   To learn more about this guest: www.lindaedgecombe.com Email: linda@lindaedgecombe.com LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-edgecombe/ Instagram :@lindaedgecombe TikTok :  @lindaedgecombe60 Facebook : lindaedgecombe, motivational speaker Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    48 min
  5. From Informative to Transformational

    18 Jun

    From Informative to Transformational

    In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • The biggest difference between speakers who entertain an audience and those who truly transform one. • What Rosie means by “the gap” and what many speakers are missing in their presentations. • What experienced coaches hear in presentations that most audiences never consciously notice. • The key ingredients that turn a message from informational into transformational. • How belief impacts both the speaker delivering the message and the audience receiving it. • Why powerful signature talks don’t happen by accident and what makes them repeatable. • The essential building blocks every speaker needs before creating a signature talk. • How to identify which personal stories genuinely serve the audience; and which do not. • One immediate shift speakers can make to become more impactful and memorable. • What should ultimately change for an audience after hearing a transformational talk. To learn more about this guest: Email:   rosie@wonderinyourwoman.com Website:   www.wonderinyourwoman.com   Linkedin:www.linkedin.com/in/rosie-ortiz-wiyw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wonderinyourwoman/ Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    33 min
  6. The Power of Vulnerability on Stage

    16 Jun

    The Power of Vulnerability on Stage

    In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: • Why audiences tend to disconnect from polished, “perfect” presentations. • What vulnerability in a presentation actually looks like in practice. • How to tell the difference between purposeful vulnerability and oversharing. • The signals that tell you an audience is leaning in versus leaning back. • Whether vulnerability is a skill that can be learned or something that comes naturally. • How to decide when vulnerability strengthens a message—and when it distracts from it. • The common mistakes speakers make when trying to sound more “authentic.” • How vulnerability changes the level of trust between a speaker and an audience. • Why vulnerability can strengthen credibility and authority for leaders instead of weakening it. • One simple way to bring more real connection into your very next presentation. To learn more about this guest: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamika-fair-associates-professional-speakerBusiness Email:Tamika@Inquirytamikafair.org Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    34 min
  7. The Missing Link in Great Storytelling

    11 Jun

    The Missing Link in Great Storytelling

    In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn: o Why stories are far more memorable than facts alone. o The common mistake speakers make when they abruptly “drop in” a story. o How to transition into a story so it feels natural and authentic. o Why audiences can enjoy a story but still miss the point. o The biggest storytelling mistake: failing to connect back to the audience. o Simple phrases that help bridge your story to your message. o How to make stories serve your presentation instead of distract from it. o Why strong transitions can dramatically improve audience impact. Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    6 min
  8. Confidence By Design: What Great Speakers Do Differently

    9 Jun

    Confidence By Design: What Great Speakers Do Differently

    In this episode of the Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn: o What we’re really talking about when we say “confidence,” and how it differs from arrogance in a presentation setting. o How speakers develop authentic confidence through intentional actions and habits. o Why Tracy focuses on teaching what technology can’t—and what that means for human connection. o The subtle word choices that can instantly weaken a speaker’s presence. o Specific phrases and question styles that project confidence right away. o How internal mindset and external delivery work together to shape how confidence is perceived. o Where speakers unknowingly sabotage their confidence before they even begin speaking. o How speakers should rethink rehearsal to build real, usable confidence. o Common “words to lose” that quietly undermine credibility. o “Words to use” that help anchor confidence in real time. o The first practical step anyone can take to begin building confidence immediately. To learn more about this guest: ConfidenceProject.com Instagram:  @theconfidence_project LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyhooper/ Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room. Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn  or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters

    51 min
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Step inside the world of presentations with professional speaker and bestselling author Rob Jolles as he hosts The Presentation Whisperer. Through candid conversations with top professional speakers, seasoned trainers, and authors finding their voice, Rob uncovers the secrets behind powerful delivery. He’ll share trainer-tested techniques for holding a room’s attention for hours, or even days. And when a presentation isn’t hitting the mark, you’ll discover how to diagnose the problem and transform it into something that truly connects. With a mix of expert interviews, real-time coaching, and Rob’s own four decades of battle-tested experience on stages and in training rooms around the world, The Presentation Whisperer goes beyond the surface to reveal what really makes a presentation resonate. Whether you’re a keynote speaker, a trainer, or simply someone with a message to share, you’ll walk away with practical tools and inspiring ideas to elevate your delivery. Because every presentation matters.

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