Speaker Success Secrets Podcast

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The Speakers Success Secret Podcast is your shortcut to speaking success—practical, no-fluff strategies to book speaking gigs, build your brand, and monetize your message. Hosted by Lord Al Jensen (7,500+ stage presentations and counting), each episode is packed with real-world tactics to help you land speaking opportunities, grow your influence, and make money—on your terms. No more waiting. No more guessing. Just actionable insights to get you on stage and paid. Subscribe now and start speaking! 🎤🔥

  1. 06/12/2025

    S2 E10: How to Adapt Your Stories for Different Audiences & Speaking Platforms

    Send us a text How to Make One Story Work for Every Room, Every Time Ever tell a story that usually lands… but this time it flops? In this episode, Lord Al Jensen—founder of Next Stage Communications—breaks down why even your best story can fall flat if you don't know how to shape it for the audience in front of you. You don’t need 17 different stories. You need one story that switches—based on the room, the platform, and the moment. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: – Why “story mismatch” kills connection (and how to fix it) – The 3 adjustments that make your story land anywhere – Real-world examples of story switch-ups that hit – How to adapt your story for podcasts, keynotes, corporate, and more – What to change (and what NOT to) when you're tailoring your story 🎁 Mentioned in This Episode: ✅ Download the Story Switch-Up Workbook (no cost): https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184700 🎓 Get the $37 Mini Course – The Story Switch Method: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/adapting-your-story-for-any-audience 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    19 min

  2. 06/05/2025

    S2 E9: The 3-Story Framework Every Speaker Needs: Connection, Lesson, Call to Action

    Send us a text In this episode, Lord Al Jensen — founder of Next Stage Communications — walks you through his powerful, proven 3-Story Stack™. These three stories work together to build trust, teach through transformation, and inspire action without ever sounding like a pitch. This is the same framework he’s used to help speakers: Sell out programsDouble their close ratesTurn cold rooms into hot leadsAnd deliver talks that actually get resultsTimestamps 00:00 – Why your talk didn’t land the way you thought 00:52 – The Three-Story Stack explained 01:32 – Lord Al Jensen’s background 04:14 – The Connection Story: Build trust 05:00 – The Hero’s Guide Lesson Story: Teach through transformation 06:35 – The Call to Action Story: Inspire action naturally 08:23 – Deploying your stories strategically 11:59 – Adapting stories for different formats 13:28 – Final Summary & Takeaway 17:45 – Your message matters — here’s what to do next 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Why most stories fall flat — and how to fix it with structureHow to tell a Connection Story that builds trust instantlyWhat makes a Hero’s Guide Lesson Story magnetic (and NOT preachy)How to use a Call-to-Action Story to invite, not sellWhere to place your stories across keynotes, webinars, and sales conversationsThe real power of strategic transitions and multi-platform story deployment💡 Resources Mentioned: ✅ The 3-Story Builder Worksheet (No-Cost Download) Map out your Connection, Lesson, and CTA stories fast — with clear, effective prompts. 👉https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184490 🎯 Mini-Course: Next Stage Story Stack™ Learn how to turn your 3 stories into a signature talk or sales message you can use anywhere. 👉 https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/Story-framework 🎤 Signature Chunk Session Need help shaping your message into a pitch or talk that books? This one-on-one session is the shortcut. 👉 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    19 min

  3. 06/05/2025

    S2 E8: How to Make Boring Stories Unforgettable (Using Humor, Suspense & Emotion)

    Send us a text 🎯 In this episode, Lord Al unpacks exactly why so many smart, talented speakers unintentionally turn powerful stories into forgettable filler — and more importantly, how to fix it fast. Whether you're pitching on stage, selling on Zoom, or applying for TEDx — this episode is your guide to making your message land with humor, tension, and emotional firepower. 🔥 Inside This Episode: • Why your story isn’t boring — it’s just underdeveloped • The 3 biggest storytelling mistakes (and how to fix each one) • How to punch up flat stories without making stuff up • Where to insert stories inside your speech or pitch for max impact • How to use humor (even if you're “not funny”) • The Curiosity Trigger: Keep your audience on the edge of their seats • Why emotion = memory — and how to hit the heart without fake drama Timestamps 00:00 – Why some stories fall flat 00:40 – It’s not your story. It’s your delivery 04:09 – The 3 mistakes that kill story momentum 06:41 – Fast fixes for flat intros, middles, and endings 08:52 – How to add humor naturally (no punchlines required) 11:14 – Using curiosity + emotion to hold attention 13:31 – Where to use your upgraded story 16:29 – Recap, resources, and your next step 🎁 Grab the Free Resource Mentioned: The Story Spark Sheet™ 15 fast plug-and-play upgrades to transform flat stories into audience-grabbing, emotionally sticky moments. 👉 Grab it here: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184149 🎓 Want to Master This Skill Fast? If you're done winging it and ready to actually craft stories that sell, inspire, and get remembered — go deeper with Lord Al inside the mini course: How to Make Boring Stories Unforgettable – Using Humor, Suspense & Emotion ✔️ Just $37 ✔️ Instant access ✔️ Story frameworks, emotional drills, and humor formulas that work without gimmicks Get it here:👉 https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/making-stories-unforgettable-using-humor-s 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    19 min
  4. S4 E1: How to Build a Profitable Speaking Career While Keeping Your Full-Time Job

    05/19/2025

    S4 E1: How to Build a Profitable Speaking Career While Keeping Your Full-Time Job

    Send us a text Want to get paid to speak but not ready to quit your day job? You don’t have to! Discover how you can build a thriving speaking career on your terms—without the risk of going all in. Speaker Success Secret Podcast Episode #1 In this episode of Next Stage Speakers Success Secrets, Al Jensen breaks down how to start booking speaking gigs, making money, and growing your influence—all while keeping your full-time job. You'll discover: Why part-time speaking is a smart move (and how some of the most successful speakers started this way)How to book your first (or next) speaking gig—even if no one knows who you are yetThe best places to find speaking opportunities (including some hidden gems most people overlook)How to balance speaking with your job & personal life—without burning outThe easiest ways to monetize speaking—so you're not just speaking for "exposure"Timestamps: 0:12 – Introduction: Why Part-Time Speaking Works 2:02 – The Truth About Getting Started 3:01 – Why Part-Time Speaking is a Smart Move 5:11 – Find Your Speaking Niche 6:25 – Define Your Speaking Goals 7:05 – Find Your First Speaking Opportunities 8:02 – Hidden Speaking Opportunities Most People Overlook 9:00 – How to Balance Speaking with a Full-Time Job 9:42 – Making Money as a Part-Time Speaker 10:14 – Recap: How to Get Started Today 11:34 – Final Words: Take Action NOW! You don’t need to quit your job to become a successful speaker—you just need to start speaking! Pick one small action today: ✔ Reach out to an event organizer ✔ Post about your speaking expertise online ✔ Record a short video sharing an insight Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: Special Offer for Podcast Listeners: Booked & Busy - The Part-Time Speaker’s Quick-Start Guide  Learn how to land your first (or next) speaking gig FASTDiscover the three easiest ways to make money from speakingGet a 30-day, step-by-step action plan to get resultsRegular Price $47. Special price for podcast listeners—just $17!  (Use Coupon Code: SSSPODCAST) 📍 Get it here:https 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    13 min

  5. 04/28/2025

    S2 E7: Why Stories Sell: The Psychology Behind Persuasive Storytelling

    Send us a text 🔥 What if the story that builds the most trust... isn’t the one where you won? In this episode, Lord Al Jensen reveals the truth behind persuasive storytelling — why logic falls flat, how stories bypass resistance, and how to structure your message so it lands, connects, and moves people to act. Whether you're pitching a product, presenting from stage, or just trying to get your message heard… This episode gives you the roadmap to emotional connection and strategic persuasion through the power of story. 🎯 In This Episode, You’ll Discover: Why stories trigger emotional trust faster than factsWhat’s happening inside your audience’s brain during a great storyThe 5-part Persuasive Story Framework (and how to use it)Where to use stories for maximum impact — webinars, sales calls, keynotes, and moreHow to avoid “rambling” and instead tell stories that sellWant to Build Your Own Persuasive Story? Grab the Story Persuasion Blueprint™ – it’s your free resource to unlock the psychology, framework, and fill-in-the-blank prompts you can use to craft your next high-impact story today. Download it here: 👉https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184489 Ready to Go Deeper? Enroll in the Next Stage Why Stories Sell™ Mini Course – only $37 You’ll learn how to: Craft persuasive stories using proven brain scienceDeploy them in the right moments for maximum conversionBuild a story portfolio that works across sales, speaking, and contentGuide your audience from emotion to decision — with confidence Enroll now: 👉 https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/the-psychology-behind-persuasive-storytelling 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    20 min

  6. 04/24/2025

    S2 E6: Fixed-Up Fable — How to Create a Story When You Don’t Have a Perfect Example

    Send us a text What if the story you’re waiting to tell... isn't the one that will actually build your brand? In today’s episode of Next Stage Speaker Success Secrets, Lord Al Jensen pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest myths holding experts, coaches, consultants, and entrepreneurs back. Speaker Success Secrets Podcast Season 2 Episode 6 🎯 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why messy moments move people more than flawless highlightsThe real emotional pivot your story MUST have to create trustHow to frame your story around your audience’s future, not just your pastThe 4-step Fixed-Up Fable™ Framework you can start using immediatelyWhy your imperfect moments are your greatest positioning assetsHow to stop waiting for a “better story” — and start leading right now🎯 Ready to Craft Your Own Fixed-Up Fable™? 👉 Grab the FREE Fixed-Up Story Starter Kit™ here: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184263 Inside this no-cost resource, you’ll get: Smart prompts to uncover your authority-building momentsEmotional pivot templates to shape real stories fastEasy frameworks to plug your messy middle into marketing, talks, and interviews✅ No fluff. ✅ No jargon. ✅ Just fast, powerful action steps to uncover the stories that move people. 🎯 Want to Go Even Faster? If you’re ready to stop guessing, stop hiding, and start showing up with a full portfolio of authority-building stories that captivate and convert — check out the Next Stage Fixed-Up Fables™ Mini-Course! 👉 Get instant access here: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/next-stage-fixed-up-fables ✅ Step-by-step lessons ✅ Templates, prompts, and real examples ✅ Actionable frameworks you can start using immediately You don’t need a perfect story. You just need the right one — shaped the right way. 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    20 min

  7. 04/21/2025

    S2 E5: The Hero’s Guide Story: How to Position Yourself as the Go-To Expert

    Send us a text Being brilliant isn’t enough. Credentials don’t close deals. In today's crowded, noisy marketplace, the people who win are the ones who know how to position themselves as the trusted guide their audience is searching for. In this episode, Lord Al Jensen pulls back the curtain on the Hero’s Guide Story — the essential story that transforms you from “just another expert” into the leader people remember, refer, and run toward. You’ll discover: ✅ Why credibility intros often backfire (and what to do instead) ✅ How to craft the story that positions you as the guide, not just the guru ✅ The 4-part Expert Bridge Framework™ to make your audience lean in, trust you, and say YES Plus, a killer freebie you can grab to start building your own Hero’s Guide Story immediately! 🚀 🔥 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ✅ Grab the Expert Bridge Framework™ Cheat Sheet — your fast, powerful tool to sketch out your Hero’s Guide Story TODAY! 👉 Access it FREE here: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184145 ✅ Ready to craft your full Hero’s Guide Story from scratch? Get the step-by-step mini-course: 👉 https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/how-to-position-yourself-as-the-go-to-expert 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

    19 min

  8. 04/17/2025

    S2 E4: The Entrepreneur’s Journey Story – How to Use Your Personal Story to Inspire & Sell

    Send us a text What if the one story you're not telling is the one that could make your audience say yes? In this episode, Lord Al Jensen pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in any entrepreneur’s toolkit: The Entrepreneur’s Journey Story. Whether you’re pitching a program, selling from stage, or simply trying to connect with your audience… your backstory matters more than you think. But not just any backstory—the right story, told the right way, for the right reason. 🎧 In this episode, you’ll discover: Why credentials and content alone don’t close the dealHow to shape your story into something that builds trust and drives conversionsThe 4B Framework to structure your Entrepreneur’s Journey without rambling or oversharingHow to model your own fire-starter moment to inspire actionAnd the #1 reason people nod but don’t buy (and how to fix it)You’ll even hear Al share a real moment from his own entrepreneurial path—the moment things changed, and how telling that story now fuels connection, trust, and action from the stage and in sales. 🔥 Want to actually build your Entrepreneur’s Journey Story—step by step? 👉 Grab the mini course here: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/how-to-use-your-personal-story-to-inspire-and-sell Just $37 for the complete system. Clarity. Confidence. Conversion. 🎤 🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode! 🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things: ✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode! ✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show. ✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this! 🎧 Listen to More Episodes: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls? Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™' In this book, you'll discover: How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives. Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible ...

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The Speakers Success Secret Podcast is your shortcut to speaking success—practical, no-fluff strategies to book speaking gigs, build your brand, and monetize your message. Hosted by Lord Al Jensen (7,500+ stage presentations and counting), each episode is packed with real-world tactics to help you land speaking opportunities, grow your influence, and make money—on your terms. No more waiting. No more guessing. Just actionable insights to get you on stage and paid. Subscribe now and start speaking! 🎤🔥

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