EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 55 MIN
E41 Craft a TEDx Talk That Gets Picked, Shared & Remembered with Cesar Cervantes
from The Yes Show! · host Christine Trippi
Show Notes:Ever dreamed of doing a TEDx talk—or just want to be a more compelling communicator? In this powerful and hilarious episode, Christine Trippi is joined by master speech coach and former stand-up comic Cesar Cervantes, who has coached speakers across three continents and co-authored Great Speech. Together, they peel back the curtain on what it takes to craft and deliver an unforgettable talk—whether it’s for TEDx, a keynote, or your next team huddle.You’ll laugh, learn, and maybe even cry as Christine shares her own vulnerable (and Botox-related 😳) journey to the TEDx stage. Tune in for proven strategies, mistakes to avoid, and the blueprint for a talk that connects deeply—and makes you unforgettable.🔑 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:🔑How Cesar went from comedy clubs to coaching changemakers🔑The biggest mistakes people make when applying for TEDx🔑What TEDx curators really want in a speaker🔑How to be funny even if you don’t think you are (hint: it’s structure, not luck)🔑Why shorter talks are way harder than long ones🔑Christine’s hilarious and heartfelt behind-the-scenes TEDx story (yes, there was a blackout…and Botox)✅ THREE ACTION ITEMS FOR LISTENERS:✔Find Your Problem – Before writing your talk, identify a clear, universal problem that your audience can relate to. TED isn’t about your story—it’s about the transformation you can offer others.✔Test Your Delivery Voice – Record yourself telling a favorite story to a friend. That natural tone? That’s your ideal voice. Now make sure your talk sounds like that.✔Don’t Wait for Perfect – Apply anyway. Keep submitting your idea. Don’t overthink the venue. Christine did her TEDx in a one-stoplight town museum—and it was perfect.Connect with Cesar:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrcesarcervantes/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrcesarcervantes/Website - Masterlist Landing PageConnect with Christine:📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown
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Show Notes:Ever dreamed of doing a TEDx talk—or just want to be a more compelling communicator? In this powerful and hilarious episode, Christine Trippi is joined by master speech coach and former stand-up comic Cesar Cervantes, who has coached speakers across three continents and co-authored Great Speech. Together, they peel back the curtain on what it takes to craft and deliver an unforgettable talk—whether it’s for TEDx, a keynote, or your next team huddle.You’ll laugh, learn, and maybe even cry as Christine shares her own vulnerable (and Botox-related 😳) journey to the TEDx stage. Tune in for proven strategies, mistakes to avoid, and the blueprint for a talk that connects deeply—and makes you unforgettable.🔑 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:🔑How Cesar went from comedy clubs to coaching changemakers🔑The biggest mistakes people make when applying for TEDx🔑What TEDx curators really want in a speaker🔑How to be funny even if you don’t think you are (hint: it’s structure, not luck)🔑Why shorter talks are way harder than long ones🔑Christine’s hilarious and heartfelt behind-the-scenes TEDx story (yes, there was a blackout…and Botox)✅ THREE ACTION ITEMS FOR LISTENERS:✔Find Your Problem – Before writing your talk, identify a clear, universal problem that your audience can relate to. TED isn’t about your story—it’s about the transformation you can offer others.✔Test Your Delivery Voice – Record yourself telling a favorite story to a friend. That natural tone? That’s your ideal voice. Now make sure your talk sounds like that.✔Don’t Wait for Perfect – Apply anyway. Keep submitting your idea. Don’t overthink the venue. Christine did her TEDx in a one-stoplight town museum—and it was perfect.Connect with Cesar:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrcesarcervantes/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrcesarcervantes/Website - Masterlist Landing PageConnect with Christine:📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown
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