The Emersion Lab
by Chris Lazo
How does a small business owner turn strangers into lifelong, raving fans of their product? That’s the question, and this show has the answers. I’m Chris Lazo. Welcome to the The Emersion Lab!Be sure to follow so you don’t miss out on regular content about marketing and communication!emersionlabs.com
Episodes
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A Marketing Podcast
This used to be a “public speaking” podcast. I have a better idea to give you…
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#61 - An Outline Needs A Flow
The biggest obstacle for many speakers (novice or expert) is the need for clarity. In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo talks the flow of your outline. Grab my free gift, The Five Secrets of Speaking at www.chrislazo.com
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#60 - A Topic Needs An Outline
The biggest obstacle for many speakers (novice or expert) is the need for clarity. In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo talks about organizing your topic. Grab my free gift, The Five Secrets of Speaking at www.chrislazo.com
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#59 - Focus on One Topic
Oh hi! The biggest obstacle for many speakers (novice or expert) is clarity. Do you find yourself going on tangents? Ever feel like there's too much to talk about in too little time? Ever fear that you are coming across as incoherent? In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo gives you...
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#58 - Confidence Hacks!
What do you do when you're in the moment, and start to freak out before speaking? Try these 5 confidence building hacks! Get the deep stuff here at chrislazo.com
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#57 - Access your Natural Voice
Want to build confidence in your speaking? One of the best ways is to sound like yourself. Of course, if everyone could do that, then public speaking wouldn't be the #1 fear in America, amiright? No problem, friend. Today I teach you how to begin accessing your natural voice. Get more at...
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#56 - Build Confidence By Knowing Your Purpose
To go far, you gotta go deep. We're discussing the three things people crave when they speak: confidence, clarity, and connection. Today, we continue our deep dive on confidence, and how confidence is the natural outflow of a personal sense of purpose. In this episode of Conversional Speaking,...
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#55 - Build Confidence Through Projecting
Mm-hm...We're discussing the three things people crave when they speak: confidence, clarity, and connection. This week we do a deep dive on confidence, and how sometimes you just got to project it into thin air. In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo shows you why and how. Grab this...
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#54 - Build Confidence Through Preparation
Oh hey! We're about to discuss the three things people crave when they speak: confidence, clarity, and connection. Today we do a deep dive on confidence, and how the number one way to begin building it so you don't freak out on stage too much is to prepare well. In this episode of Conversional...
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#53 - Three Ways To Speak With Impact
Have you ever wondered if what you were saying was having an impact? The good ones always do! That's why Chris Lazo spent years to discover that there are three elements you need to be aware of if you want your impact and influence to soar. He discusses all three in this episode of Conversional...
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#52 - Lessons from a PTA Fundraiser
Today I discuss a lesson I learned from a school fundraiser on what NOT to do, and what you should do instead. Hint: Benefits over Features! Grab my free 5 Secrets of Speaking at chrislazo.com.
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#51 - How To Edit Your Notes (format)
Today, Chris Lazo teaches tips on arranging your notes in a way that will create the most impact on your listeners, namely, through FORMATTING! Grab The Five Secrets of Public Speaking at chrislazo.com.
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#50 - How to Edit Your Notes (outline)
Today, Chris Lazo teaches tips on arranging your notes in a way that will create the most impact on your listeners, namely, through OUTLINING! Grab The Five Secrets of Public Speaking at chrislazo.com.
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#49 - How to Edit Your Notes (one idea)
Today, Chris Lazo teaches more tips on arranging your notes in a way that will create the most impact on your listeners. Grab The Five Mistakes Public Speakers Make at chrislazo.com.
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#48 - How to Edit Your Notes (you or them?)
Today, Chris Lazo teaches more tips on arranging your notes in a way that will create the most impact on your listeners. Grab The Five Mistakes Public Speakers Make at chrislazo.com.
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#47 - How to Edit Your Notes (for opportunity)
Today, Chris Lazo teaches some tips on arranging your notes in a way that will create the most impact on your listeners. Grab The Five Secrets of Great Public Speakers Make at www.chrislazo.com
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#46 - Breakdown: Sir Ken Robinson
On Chris Lazo's 40th birthday, he breaks down one of his favorite speeches of all time--by Sir Ken Robison--uncovering what he thinks are the THREE things that makes it soooo good. And yes, they are all things you can learn to do too! Have you seen my new PDF on the Five Mistakes Public Speakers...
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#45 - Turning 40!
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo shares a reflection on the cusp of his 40th birthday. Yes, there is a speaking tip hidden in the episode somewhere. More tips: chrislazo.com
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#44 - No Apologies
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, we cover another Monday Messup: Apologies! Grab my new ebook where I take you more in-depth on speaking, covering everything from sales vs. training to production tips, and of course, more communication hacks than should be legal. Check it out at...
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#43 - How To Be Yourself On Camera
In this episode of Conversional Speaking (Digital Sunday!), we cover how to be yourself on camera. Signup for my weekly round-ups and a free PDF on the Five Mistakes Speakers Make at www.chrislazo.com/speaking-checklist.
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#42 - Speaking Without Notes (Without Memorizing Every Word)
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, we cover a practical tip: Speaking Without Notes. Grab a free copy of my Five Mistakes Public Speakers Make at chrislazo.com.
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#41 - Attn Grabber: Being Unexpected
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, we uncover another Attention Grabber: Being Unexpected. Check out my new ebook on speaking in a digital world at www.chrislazo.com/ebook!
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#40 - Everyday Humor with Ariel Bournes
On this episode of Conversional Speaking, I interview Ariel Bournes (stand-up comic by day, Law Enforcement Officer by night) on the all-purpose and wickedly satisfying tool of humor and comedy in everyday life. In this episode we talk about... - How a Disney princess taught him humor (3:22) -...
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#39 - Monday Mess-ups: Don't Speak Softly
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, we tall about projecting your voice, why that's important, and how to pull it off in three easy steps. Download my newest written work, The Five Mistakes Speakers Make. It's a short PDF, it's free, and I want you to have it! Download it at chrislazo.com.
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#38 - Digital Sunday: Mic Technique
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo discusses microphone technique, like how to get that deep rich vocal sound, while avoiding the pitfalls (like spit noises!). Did you know I have a PDF on other mistakes to avoid too? It's free. Learn more about it at chrislazo.com.
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#37 - Friday Tip: Rehearse Multiple Times!
Practice, practice, practice! At least that's what we say. Rehearse your message multiple times. In this episode of Conversional Speaking, Chris Lazo explains why. _______________ P.S. Guess what else? We released a new PDF called The Top Five Mistakes Public Speakers Make. It explains the most...
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#36 - Attention Grabber: Be Simple
Today we discuss more attention grabbers to put in your toolbox. This one is on being simple. Want my free PDF on The 5 Secrets of Public Speaking? Get it at www.chrislazo.com
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#35 - Mess Ups: Not Pausing
Today is Monday for Mess-ups! And Chris Lazo has a good one in store for you: One mistake Chris sees often is a lack of pausing. In this episode, he explains why and how you can fix it. Get my free PDF on the Five Ways to Speak Better at chrislazo.com
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#34 - Digital Sundays: Speaking for an Instagram Story
In this episode, Chris Lazo uncovers three methods for getting your message across in a fifteen second Instagram Story. Want more content on speaking via video? Check out my book A Guide To Speaking in the Digital World at www.chrislazo.com/ebook
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#33 - BREAKDOWN: Steve Job's Commencement Address
Today on Conversional Speaking we're going to analyze Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address, one of the best things he does with his presentation, and one takeaway you can apply right now! Want a quick learn on what makes great speakers like Steve Jobs memorable and sets them apart from...
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#32 - How To Not Be Boring (aka Monotone!)
In this episode of Conversional, we cover an attention-grabbing technique that you already have with you: Your voice! Want my best tips on public speaking? Check out my new ebook called A Guide to Speaking in a Digital World. You can get it at www.chrislazo.com/ebook.
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#31 - The Conversional Story (About Me)
I wanted to take this episode to introduce myself, what this show is about, and some fun things to come in the next few weeks! Sign up for my 5 Tips on Public Speaking at chrislazo.com.
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#30 - FAQ: How To Talk Funny
In our final season of FAQ, a listener asks how to incorporate comedy into public speaking. Listen in as Chris Lazo uses a framework by comedian David Nihill to break down the mechanics of a joke and how you can begin crafting your own. Want more Public Speaking content and training opportunities...
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#29 - FAQ: How Do You Deal With Criticism?
In this episode, we talk about what to do when we get criticized when speaking. Want to know my 5 Secrets of Great Public Speaking? Get them at chrislazo.com
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#28 - FAQ: What Are Best Practices for Online Speaking?
In this episode, we talk about best practices when speaking to a virtual audience, covering everything from speaking tips to production. I just wrote an ebook on this very topic, called A Guide to Speaking in a Digital World. Want to learn more? Go to https://www.chrislazo.com/ebook
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#27 - FAQ: How do Recover When Your Voice Shakes?
In this episode, Chris Lazo discusses three ways to calm yourself down in the moment. Want to learn what makes GREAT public speaking great? Download our free checklist at chrislazo.com
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#26 - FAQ: How do you Build Trust With Your Audience?
On this episode of Conversional Speaking, we answer how you build trust with an audience, especially if you don't feel like an "expert." Lesssgo! Like this content? I've got more like this in an ebook I wrote just for you. It's called A Guide to Speaking in the Digital World and covers some of my...
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#25 - FAQ: How do you Measure Success and Authenticity When Speaking?
Today we cover two questions: 1. How do you determine if your speaking engagement was successful? 2. How do you increase the feeling of sincerity and authenticity in your speech? That’s coming up next, here on Conversional! Like this content? I've got more like this in an ebook I wrote...
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#24 - FAQ: Drawing on Emotions and My Worst Mistake Ever! (NSFW)
In this episode, Chris answers two questions: 1. How do you tap into the emotions when speaking. 2. What's the worst mistake you've ever made (and how do you recover)? If you like this content, you should download my free 5-point Public Speaking Checklist at chrislazo.com
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#23 - FAQ: Tangents, Tips, When To Hit Publish
In this episode of Conversional Speaking, we discuss the difference between a bad tangent and a directed tangent, tips for if you're just getting started with speaking, and when to ignore the need for perfection and just hit publish. Want my five secrets of conversional speaking? Get the free...
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#22 - FAQ: Instagram
In this episode, we discuss questions about public speaking on instagram, why we should go LIVE, and how to optimize our online space for speaking. Want to flatten the learning curve on public speaking? Download my free cheatsheet at chrislazo.com
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#21 - FAQ: Mistakes & Recovery
What are the biggest mistakes in opening and closing a presentation? We hit these topics today, as well as what you can do to recover. Want to learn five ways to transform your public speaking? Download the checklist at www.chrislazo.com
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#20 - FAQ: Hooks, Landing The Plane, and Engaging an Audience.
In today's episode, we cover your questions about what "hooks" to use for grabbing people's attention, how to end a presentation well, and the #1 WAY to connect with your audience.
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#19 - FAQ: Memorization, Funny Voices, and the 60 Second Rule
In today's episode of Frequently Asked Questions on Public Speaking, we cover whether you should memorize what you're going to say or use notes, how to speak without notes, why our voices sound so funny in recordings, and how long you have someone's attention. Send in your questions to...
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#18 - FAQ: Practice & Pauses
We're kicking off the first of our Frequently Asked Questions on Public Speaking series! Today we cover the difference between intentional and awkward pauses, ways to practice and build confidence in low risk environments, and where to find honest and constructive feedback for your talks. Send in...
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#17 - Secret #5: FLOW (pt.2)
Mmmm....today we discuss part 2 of FLOW. That is...how to work in those seamless transitions into your public speaking.
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#16 - Secret #5: FLOW (pt.1)
Today we dig into the toolbox of storytelling, illustrations, metaphors, and metrics to achieve FLOW in our speaking.
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#15 - Secret #4: OUTLINE
The #1 question people ask me about public speaking is "How do I speak clearly and cohesively without going on tangents?" I answer it in this episode as well as secret #4 of conversional speaking! Download the free worksheet and summary here: chrislazo.com
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#14 - Secret #3: MESSAGE
How do you begin crafting a talk that's clear and powerful? That's what this episode is all about. Download the free OnePage to work through this material at chrislazo.com
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#13 - Secret #2: VOICE
How can you speak effectively while still sounding authentic? We uncover this in our 2nd Secret of Conversional Speaking. To download a free worksheet on the 5 Secrets, subscribe at chrislazo.com
About this show
How does a small business owner turn strangers into lifelong, raving fans of their product? That’s the question, and this show has the answers. I’m Chris Lazo. Welcome to the The Emersion Lab!Be sure to follow so you don’t miss out on regular content about marketing and communication!emersionlabs.com
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