Want to become a professional public speaker but don't know where to start? In this episode of The Flourishing Entrepreneur Podcast, Aleya Harris breaks down Public Speaking 101. From finding your purpose to crafting a powerful story, this is your ultimate guide to mastering the fundamentals of professional public speaking.

With her signature sassy and practical approach, Aleya shares personal insights, proven frameworks, and actionable steps to help you start strong and stand out.

Key Takeaways

Define Your Why: Your purpose shapes your speaking journey. Start by uncovering your authentic "why" and let it guide your topics, audience, and goals.
Master the Fundamentals: Build presence and channel energy by letting go of old narratives, practicing forgiveness, and opening yourself to the messages you're meant to deliver.
Craft and Share Your Story: Use the Crisis Story Framework™ to create a narrative that captivates your audience and showcases your unique value.

Why Listen: If you're ready to transform your voice into a tool for connection, inspiration, and transformation, this episode is packed with the insights you need to begin your speaking journey with confidence.

About Aleya Harris

Aleya Harris is the spark for your spark™. A trailblazer in purpose-driven story crafting, she is a marketing executive and ex-Google Vendor Partner who brings her dynamic experience to her role as the CEO of The Evolution Collective Inc. Aleya is an international award-winning speaker, the founder and lead trainer of Spark the Stage ™, and the host of the award-winning Flourishing Entrepreneur Podcast. She is also the author of the bestselling book Spark the Stage: Master the Art of Professional Speaking and Authentic Storytelling to Captivate, Inspire, and Transform Your Audience. Her unique approach as a Strategic Storytelling Consultant has revolutionized the way businesses communicate, transforming workplace cultures and market positioning. With her dynamic energy and proven methodologies, Aleya guides clients to unlock their potential, articulate their radically authentic stories, and achieve unparalleled success.

Watch the Free Masterclass

Join Aleya's free masterclass "Build Unstoppable Confidence and Book Speaking Gigs Without Feeling Like an Impostor." Discover the proven framework to own your story, captivate audiences, and land speaking gigs—even if you've doubted your worth or have no experience on stage.

Buy the Book

Aleya's bestselling book will help you become a more confident and authentic professional public speaker. Buy Spark the Stage: Master the Art of Professional Speaking and Authentic Storytelling to Captivate, Inspire & Transform Your Audience on Amazon or anywhere books are sold.

Buy the Book: https://a.co/d/1T4EoJ7

Spark the Stage™ is an online course and 12-month group coaching program that helps entrepreneurs and executives become radically authentic professional public speakers who can confidently deliver a compelling Radical Spark Signature Talk™ from the stage.

Enroll at https://www.aleyaharris.com/spark

Work with Aleya to Craft a Better Story

An unclear strategy, confusing brand, or undefined workplace culture will repel ideal clients, visibility opportunities, and career-making connections. The Evolution Collective Inc. transforms disconnected teams and overwhelmed leaders into thriving, inclusive cultures through Radically Authentic Strategic Storytelling.

Schedule a call at https://www.evolutioncollective.com/

Book Aleya to Speak

To book Aleya to edutain your audience at your next event as a keynote speaker, please visit www.aleyaharris.com/speaking to check out her speaking topics, reels, and why. Click "Schedule a Call" to secure the speaker with "that something new" you've been looking for.

Connect with Aleya Harris

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleyaharris/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleyaharris/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thealeyaharris

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