Look the Part, Lead with Presence – Speaker Style with Kay Korsh

What does your outfit say about your authority before you even speak?In this insightful and practical episode of Present Influence, I sit down with Kay Korsh, an international speaker and style advisor who helps professional speakers elevate their credibility, presence, and personal brand through their wardrobe choices.Whether you're speaking in front of 5,000 or just hopping on a Zoom workshop, your style is part of your message. Kay explains how fit, colour, fabric, and even shoes can either reinforce your message or distract from it entirely.We cover:Why your appearance impacts influence, likability, and bookingsHow to align your outfit with your brand and audienceCommon speaker wardrobe mistakes that sabotage credibilityWhy “looking current” helps you stay relevant (especially with age)How to build a small but powerful speaking wardrobeWhy tailoring and digitising your closet might be game-changersIf you've ever wondered what to wear on stage—or felt unsure if you’re dressing the part—this episode is your backstage pass to speaker style success.🎯 Connect with Kay Korsh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-korsh/Download Kay’s free guides:Clothing Budget Calculator For Keynote Speakers: https://outfit.mindoverfashion.com/clothingbudgetcalculatorColour Quiz for Professional Speakers: https://kkorsh.outgrow.us/speakers-colourtest📸 Bonus: Learn how to digitise your wardrobe and avoid decision fatigue (in episode)Chapters & Timecodes00:00 – Introduction01:19 – Meet Kay Korsh01:51 – Why Style Matters for Speakers03:48 – Kay’s Journey to Speaker Styling06:11 – The Power of First Impressions08:20 – Common Wardrobe Mistakes13:16 – Building a Speaker Wardrobe16:39 – Comfort, Audience, and Personal Branding21:14 – Standing Out vs. Staying Authentic23:34 – Dressing for Body Types29:17 – Corporate vs. Personal Style32:38 – How Many Looks Does a Speaker Need?36:41 – Digitizing and Organizing Your Wardrobe39:03 – Budgeting for Speaker Outfits41:01 – The Importance of Tailoring44:07 – Trends, Timelessness, and Staying Current48:44 – Practical Style Tips & Do’s and Don’ts54:11 – Working with Kay: Process & Programs59:13 – How to Connect with Kay Korsh1:01:20 – Closing Thoughts & Next Episode PreviewGo to presentinfluence.com to take the Speaker StrengthsFinder Quiz and discover your greatest strengths as a speaker, as well as where to focus for growth. For speaking enquiries or to connect with me, you can email [email protected] or find me on LinkedInYou can find all our clips, episodes and more on the Present Influence YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PresentInfluenceThanks for listening, and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.Mentioned in this episode:Speaker Fee AuditFind out in less than a minute if you're undercharging for your speaking and where you need to look to fix any leaks with the Speaker Fee Audit. It's free to take and find out if you're missing out on money.