Speak Like It Matters Podcast

Csilla Muscan
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Welcome to Speak Like It Matters (formerly Visionary Voice) — the podcast for courageous, purpose-driven leaders who want to communicate with clarity, confidence and credibility. I’m Csilla Muscan, public speaking coach, storyteller, and the creator of the 'You Are The Message' framework. Here’s the deal: If you want to be the kind of speaker who leads with clarity, connects with depth, and actually gets remembered—you’re in the right place. This isn’t about fluffy pep talks or recycled TEDx tips. This is about building a message that resonates, a presence that commands, and a voice that leads—whether you're speaking on stage, on camera, or in a client conversation. If your message feels unclear, your delivery falls flat, or you're tired of blending in with the sea of “experts” out there, this show will help you sharpen your voice and show up like it matters. 🎯 New episodes weekly.🎙️ Practical tools. Real stories. Honest conversations. Let’s turn your voice into your greatest leadership asset. Ready to speak with impact? Hit play—let’s get to work.

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  1. 03/05/2025

    So You Want to Be a Speaker? The 5 Decisions You Must Make First.

    Send me a text! Guess who’s back behind the mic? 👀 After an unplanned pause, I’m officially relaunching The Visionary Voice! And we’re kicking things off with a big question: 💡 Do you actually want to be a speaker… or are you just dabbling? Because here’s the truth—no one accidentally becomes a speaker. You have to decide to go after it.   In this episode, I’m walking you through the 5 critical decisions you need to make right now if you actually want to get booked, get paid, and build a speaking career. 🔥 Inside This Episode: ✅ Why most aspiring speakers stay stuck—and how to get moving ✅ The real reason clarity comes after you take action (not before) ✅ The "Decide & Commit" method to get unstuck today ✅ The 5 non-negotiable decisions every speaker must make—no fluff, no excuses ✅ Why waiting to feel “ready” is the fastest way to stay invisible 🎤 Your Action Step: Make these 5 decisions. Write them down. Say them out loud. Own them. Serious about getting on stage? Head to The Speaker Accelerator and let’s make it happen. 👉 Listen now and take the first step toward making your voice impossible to ignore. Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    27 min

  2. 03/26/2025

    How to Choose Your Ideal Audience (Hint: It’s Not ‘Everyone’)

    Send me a text! If you’re still trying to speak to “everyone,” let me lovingly say this: that’s exactly why your message isn’t landing. It feels noble to want to reach the masses. But in reality? The more people you try to speak to, the less anyone actually hears you. (Ouch, I know.) In this episode of The Visionary Voice, I’m walking you through how to ditch the vague “everyone” messaging and finally get crystal clear on your ideal audience. 💡 Here’s what we’re unpacking:  ✔️ Why trying to speak to everyone is the fastest way to get ignored  ✔️ How to ask the right questions to uncover your audience ✔️ The difference between surface-level messaging and heart-hitting specificity ✔️ How knowing your audience actually helps you get booked (and rebooked) If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or hesitant to choose a lane—this episode is your wake-up call (with a hug). Because clarity doesn’t limit you. It launches you. 🎧 Ready to stop spinning and start speaking to the people who actually need you? Hit play and let’s get to work. 🔥 Helpful Resources to Keep Growing: 👉 Free Guide: 10 Steps to Powerful Presentations → https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/guide 👉 1:1 Power Session: Personalized coaching to sharpen your skills → https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/power-session 👉 Speaker Accelerator Intensive: For visionary leaders ready to own the stage → https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/speaker-accelerator Let’s make your voice the one they remember. 🎤✨ Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    19 min

  3. 04/02/2025

    95% Wanna Be Speakers Do This... And it Explains Why They Stay Stuck

    Send me a text! Most people don’t struggle with public speaking.  They struggle with believing they’re a speaker in the first place. It’s not the stage holding you back—it’s the script playing in your head.  And that inner voice? Yeah, it’s been lying to you. In this episode of The Visionary Voice, I’m unpacking the inner game of speaking—the self-talk that keeps brilliant people quiet and stuck behind the scenes. If you’ve ever said, “I’m not that kind of person,” or “Who would listen to me?” this one’s for you. 🎯 Here’s what we’re diving into: Why your inner dialogue is quietly running your show (and not in a good way)How to spot sneaky speaker sabotage disguised as humilityWhy claiming the identity before you have the mic is the moveA simple mindset shift that will have you speaking more powerfully, starting this weekThis isn’t just about feeling good. It’s about finally showing up like the speaker you already are—before the world tells you you're allowed to. 🎧 Hit play and let’s rewrite the script in your head. ✨ Grab these resources to keep building your voice: 👉 10 Steps to Powerful Presentations – FREE Guide 👉 1:1 Power Session – Personalized help for your voice & presence 👉 The Speaker Accelerator – Your intensive for becoming a powerhouse speaker Your voice? It’s kind of a big deal. 🎤 Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    22 min

  4. 04/16/2025

    How to Give a Talk (Without Throwing Up)

    Send me a text! Let’s be real—public speaking sounds glamorous… until your stomach flips, your palms sweat, and your brain forgets how words work. If you’ve ever wanted to run for the exit (or the nearest trash can) right before giving a talk, same. I’ve been there—once with 3,000 eyes on me and no potato chip bag in sight. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really causes that “I might throw up” feeling—and what to do instead so you can step on stage without spiraling. 💥 Inside this episode, we’ll cover: The myth of “calming down” (and what to do with that nervous energy instead)Why memorizing every word of your talk is setting you up to blankWhat to focus on instead of perfectionThe lie that keeps us from taking actionAnd the #1 reason your nervous in the first placeWhether you’re speaking to 3 or 3,000, this is your playbook for managing the nerves, staying grounded, and delivering a talk you’re proud of—even if your voice shakes a little. ✨ Want more support on your speaking journey? Check these out:  👉 [Free Guide] 10 Steps to Powerful Presentations → https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/guide 👉 [1:1 Power Session] Coaching for your voice & presence → https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/power-session 👉 [Speaker Accelerator] My intensive program for trusted leaders → https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/speaker-accelerator Because your voice deserves to be heard—even if it’s a little shaky at first. 🎤✨ Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    25 min

  5. 04/30/2025

    3 Body Language Mistakes Destroying Your Credibility

    Send me a text! Ever feel like you're saying all the right things… but no one’s buying it? Like your words are polished, your slides are on point — but something’s just off? Chances are, it’s not your content. It’s your body language. In today’s episode of the Speak Like It Matters Podcast, I’m calling out 3 subtle-but-deadly body language mistakes that could be quietly destroying your credibility every time you speak — on stage, on video, or even in a boardroom. I’m not here to shame you. I’m here to help you fix it — fast. Here’s what you’ll learn: 👀 One thing you are doing with your eye that makes people stop trusting you (and how to look engaged without being creepy)✋ The hand gesture sabotaging your message and what to do with them instead🧍‍♀️ The posture problem that screams “I don’t belong here” (and how to own the room without saying a word)No jargon. No fluff. Just real-world fixes that you can try today. You have too much brilliance to let a few unconscious habits dilute your presence. So let’s fix that — together. ✨ Want to go deeper?  👉 https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/guide — 10 Steps to Powerful Presentations 👉 https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/power-session — 1:1 Power Session to master your speaking skills 👉 https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/speaker-accelerator — The Speaker Accelerator for visionary leaders Let’s stop blending in — and start speaking like it matters. Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    14 min

  6. 05/07/2025

    How to Control Your Voice When You’re Nervous (Real Speaker Tips)

    Send me a text! Ever felt like your voice betrayed you at the exact moment you needed it most? You weren’t underprepared. You weren’t under-qualified. But your vocal cords had other plans—and suddenly you sounded like a breathy robot trying to deliver a TED Talk mid-panic attack. 😬 Yeah… I’ve been there. (Like, on-stage-in-front-of-3,000-people level “been there.”) In this episode of Speak Like It Matters, I’m walking you through the most common mistakes that throw your voice off when you’re nervous—and how to fix them so you can sound calm, grounded, and confident even when you’re freaking out on the inside. 💥 What we cover: The real reason your voice gets shaky (and how to fix it fast)Why “sounding professional” is killing your connectionThe vocal warm-up you didn’t know you neededHow to stop rushing your talk like it’s a hostage escape planThese strategies are real, doable, and won’t make you sound like a second-rate Siri. And if you want to take this further and truly master your vocal presence? 👉 Grab my free guide: 10 Mistakes That Kill Your Vocal Presence Check out my comprehensive speaking program here: https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/speaker-accelerator Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    16 min

  7. 05/28/2025

    The Speaker’s Code (Part 1): Drop the Act. Find Your Presence.

    Send me a text! Are you performing… or actually leading when you speak? (And no — I don’t mean Broadway-level jazz hands. I mean that subtle, exhausting need to sound polished, perfect, and “on” every second you're on stage.) If your speaking feels a little too rehearsed, a little too robotic, and your audience still isn’t responding the way you hoped, this episode might be the slap-in-the-face clarity you didn’t know you needed. In this first episode of my 3-part series The Speaker’s Code: The Real Rules of Speaking That Actually Matter, we’re unpacking what really separates forgettable presenters from those magnetic, trusted voices who move rooms (and markets). You’ll learn: The real difference between presence and performance (and how to know which one you’re doing)The well-meaning “rules” that are secretly sabotaging your connectionHow to use The Power Triad to instantly elevate your authorityWhat audiences actually remember (hint: it’s not your polished presence)By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what performative habit to ditch this week so you can show up more powerfully — and more like you. Because here’s the deal: Your message isn’t meant to be performed. It’s meant to be felt, trusted, and acted on. 👉 Want more support? Grab your FREE guide:  “10 Mistakes That Kill Your Vocal Presence” at speaklikeitmatters.com/vocal Check out my comprehensive speaking program here: https://www.speaklikeitmatters.com/speaker-accelerator Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/ Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com

    25 min
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Welcome to Speak Like It Matters (formerly Visionary Voice) — the podcast for courageous, purpose-driven leaders who want to communicate with clarity, confidence and credibility. I’m Csilla Muscan, public speaking coach, storyteller, and the creator of the 'You Are The Message' framework. Here’s the deal: If you want to be the kind of speaker who leads with clarity, connects with depth, and actually gets remembered—you’re in the right place. This isn’t about fluffy pep talks or recycled TEDx tips. This is about building a message that resonates, a presence that commands, and a voice that leads—whether you're speaking on stage, on camera, or in a client conversation. If your message feels unclear, your delivery falls flat, or you're tired of blending in with the sea of “experts” out there, this show will help you sharpen your voice and show up like it matters. 🎯 New episodes weekly.🎙️ Practical tools. Real stories. Honest conversations. Let’s turn your voice into your greatest leadership asset. Ready to speak with impact? Hit play—let’s get to work.

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  • Creator
    Csilla Muscan
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    163
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    2
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