We were thrilled to welcome visibility and speaking strategist Laurie-Ann Murabito as our Featured Speaker at the April New England Podcasters Group in-person meetup.

With her signature Speak and Stand Out approach, Laurie-Ann delivered a powerhouse presentation filled with actionable insights for podcasters looking to amplify their message and grow their audience.

Laurie-Ann walked us through how to leverage our podcasts to get booked on more stages and, equally important, how to convert that visibility into podcast listens, downloads, and long-term engagement.

She combined expert-level content with a clear and thoughtful delivery, making every attendee feel empowered and equipped to take the next step in their visibility journey.

Some of the key takeaways from her presentation included:
• How to use your podcast to position yourself as a subject matter expert for event organizers and speaking opportunities.
• Why your about page, media kit, and social profiles matter when pitching yourself.
• The one-sentence hook you should always use from the stage to drive traffic back to your podcast.
• How to structure your podcast to build credibility and authority that attracts speaking invites.
• Tips for turning a speaking gig into long-term podcast growth (QR codes and smart calls to action!).

As an added bonus, Laurie-Ann generously offered to take professional-style “speaker” photos of a few attendees standing in front of the group. These images were not only a fun surprise, but will be perfect for websites, speaker one-sheets, and social media profiles – woo hoo!

Download Laurie-Ann’s slide deck here.

Watch the full presentation video here.

Laurie-Ann’s session was an absolute highlight, and we’re so grateful she carved out time to share her brilliance with us.

For more information about her work helping entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts speak with confidence and show up like pros, visit SpeakandStandOut.com.