The Speaking of Harvey Podcast: Recent Episodes
Scott Harvey
Silence is killing us. And, yet, speaking up seems risky. What if we say the wrong thing? Who’s listening anyway?
The Speaking of Harvey Podcast is your place to hone the skills that will bring your communication to the next level! Whether you are a professional speaker or you just want to lead the next meeting or water cooler conversation with authority instead of watching from the sidelines, this podcast will provide the tools you need to be heard.
Scott Harvey is a professional speaker, author, and business communication coach who helps organizations all over the country improve their communication. As a retired FBI-trained hostage negotiator and public information officer for twenty years, Scott has successfully communicated his way through many a crises. And, contrary to what you may believe, effective communication is not a trait someone is born with. Rather, it is a skill that can be taught.
If you became a better communicator, what would that do for your career? Your family? Your confidence?
It’s time to learn the tactics today that will make you a better communicator tomorrow!
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Scott believes that we are so worried about offending people today, that we allow ourselves to be silenced so as to not offend. However, he also believes that we can not fix anything that we can not openly discuss. In this episode, he explores this dichotomy. Suspend your judgement, set aside your offense, and push through to the end of the episode. Then, let Scott know your thoughts: scott@speakingofharvey.com.
When life gets hectic, Scott will sometimes hit pause on The Speaking of Harvey Podcast. In this episode, he catches everyone up on what he's been up to, and unpacks a key lesson he learned while on the beach doing ZERO work for a week.
In this episode, Scott talks about the importance of building rapport in order to make sales. And, he uses his experiences attending a conference last week to give real world examples of how he intentionally builds rapport in order to serve people better.
In this episode, Scott celebrates the public release of his first book, Silence Kills. He unpacks ways you can help spread this message, and he reads a snippet from Chapter 4 to whet your appetite for Silence Kills.
Scott unpacks what it's like to watch his youngest daughter turn her "difference" into her "differentiator" as she launches a new business. Check out what she's been up to at www.soundoff.life.
"Put it in writing." You've heard that your whole life. That leads us to believe that writing is the clearest way to communicate. But, is it? Scott unpacks some of the issues with print communication in today's world, and then he teaches some tactics to avoid the pitfalls of print.
In this episode, Scott talks about the importance of setting the stage for the "magic" to happen. Quality Time happens spontaneously in the middle of Quantity Time. What are you doing to schedule Quantity Time?
In this episode, Scott unpacks the benefits of formal and informal reviews on our projects. We don't take the time to review because we have STUFF to do! But, could taking time to review your work or your team's work actually make you MORE productive? Scott believes it will.
In this episode, Scott shares the most POWERFUL thing he ever learned as a hostage negotiator. When you understand this concept, it is something that you will use EVERY day to communicate more effectively.
In this episode, Scott shares the most POWERFUL thing he ever learned as a hostage negotiator. When you understand this concept, it is something that you will use EVERY day to communicate more effectively.
In a world that is definitely triggering, Scott believes we have some agency here. We are not victims. And, the conversations we are avoiding because of the possibility that they may trigger someone, are exactly the conversations we need to be having. Let us know your thoughts on this: scott@speakingofharvey.com.
This past week, Scott rented a Tesla Model 3 for a trip to Indianapolis for some speaking gigs. This episode is his "hot take" of the whole Tesla experience. If you communicate as a part of your job, this episode will serve as a reminder to be a collector of stories. Because you just never know when those stories will become a part of your next presentation.
In this episode, Scott talks about how openly everyone shared their COVID experiences. And, yet, when it comes to mental health issues, we are reluctant to share. We MUST do better about this. We have GOT to do better about having uncomfortable conversations. We can not help any issue that we can not openly discuss. So, in this new year, let this be your new permission to have healing conversations.
In this episode, Scott confesses his love of all things musical (think theater geek stuff), and he uses Aaron Burr's song from Hamilton to talk about the POWER that comes from being in The Room Where it Happens. In our increasingly virtual world, is getting in the room still worth it? What are your thoughts? What are ways you "get in the room"?
In this episode, Scott talks about two key hires that he made in the last year that GREATLY changed how he does business. If you are looking for the BEST Book Editor, contact Tara Cooper here: tara.cooper@gmail.com If you are looking for the BEST Podcast Editor, contact Bourbon Barrel Podcasting here: jennifer@bourbonbarrelpodcasting.com. Email Scott to tell him about who YOU are going to partner with: scott@speakingofharvey.com.
After 19 months away from the podcast mic, Scott is BACK! In this episode, he unpacks the big reason for his podcasting hiatus.
In this solo episode, Scott reads a couple pages from Clint Pulver's new book, I Love it Here, and unpacks what he learned from Clint's juggler friend about delegation and priorities.
If you are trying to do too much, this episode is for you!
In this solo episode, Scott talks about the power of mining everyday stories, everyday happenings, for the gold contained therein. We learn by stories. Scott mines a story that happened just a few hours before recording to illustrate what this process can look like.
In this solo episode, Scott tells you why you should eliminate "no comment" from your vocabulary. We MUST make statements in order to communicate effectively with our team and/or our customers. Scott unpacks the Why and the How in this episode.
In this episode, Scott talks with his friend, James Hilliard, about his transition from the corporate world into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he is helping people today. They also talk about James's upcoming Virtual Summit and Scott's role in that.
Contact James:
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In this episode, Scott talks with his friend, Clint Pulver about his new book, I Love It Here. Clint unpacks a lot of what he learned as The Undercover Millennial interviewing thousands of employees to find out what makes people say, "I love it here".
Order Clint's book here.
Connect with clint:
Website
In this solo-episode, Scott gives an overview of one of the topics that he covers with organizations as a Communication Consultant. He encourages everyone he works with to "control the narrative" and communicate their way out of any situation they find themselves in. When we are silent, we lost control of the narrative, and we may never recover. Don't let the "story" get ahead of you!
This episode discusses ways to control the narrative in our organizations.
In this solo episode, Scott talks about the problems with discerning what is "true" today. In a world with more access to information than ever, we are struggling to figure out what "experts" to listen to. We are not alone in this. EVERY generation before us had "experts" make poor choices. But, that does not make them evil. It just makes them ignorant. What if we accepted the fact that they were doing the best they could with the information they had at the time. Would that help?
Scott concludes by turning to the famous New York philosopher, Phoebe Buffet, for wisdom.
In this episode, Scott talks with Jon Fox about all things entrepreneur! Jon is an EOS Implementer and a coach who provides a LOT of great content for any entrepreneur to consider for their business.
Contact Jon:
Vitl Consulting
In this solo episode, Scott talks about the dangers of OVER preparing for a presentation. He talks about how he prepares and gives some presentation "hacks" to use the next time you are tasked with giving a presentation.
He also discusses his skydiving trip!
SCOTT RECOMMENDS: Lewis Capaldi
In this solo-episode, Scott talks about the ONE thing you are doing to sabotage your communication. If you work on this one "simple" but not "easy" strategy, it will make you more successful.
Our brains are AMAZING, but we are short-circuiting them! It's time to fix this! It's time to FOCUS!
In this solo-episode Scott shares a story of what happened to him and his car over the weekend. He uses that story to impart a CRUCIAL business principle about brand loyalty and doing the RIGHT thing even when that may cost you money in the short term.
In this solo episode, Scott talks about what has delayed this episode.
He talks about the importance of volunteering for something that is "bigger" than your business, and he shares VERY openly about the effects of a health scare on his life and his business.
Email him at scott@speakingofharvey.com
In this solo-episode, Scott goes into FULL-ON "Coach" Mode to talk about the three things that are holding you back. Then, he offers a solution to help you reach your full potential!
Email scott@speakingofharvey.com to set up your FREE call!
In this episode, Scott talks with Brett Moll, one of the co-founders of Circle Socks. They talk about teaching, starting a business, the entrepreneur mindset, and managing two careers. Brett shows what can happen when you take a dream and put WORK behind it to bring it into reality!
You can connect with Circle Socks on their Website, Facebook, and Instagram.
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In this episode, Scott talks with Sonya Jones about her time on The Biggest Loser, running a business, being a professional speaker, and serving your audience.
Scott Recommends: Apple Airpods Pro
Sonya Jones Website: www.sonyajones44.com
In this solo-episode, Scott talks about how to utilize the Reticular Activating System to help your speaking career and to rewire some beliefs that you have.
Email Scott about how you are going to Fix Your Focus. speakingofharvey@gmail.com
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In this solo episode, Scott talks about the 3 big things that are much more difficult to recreate in a virtual presentations. For these reasons, and others, he unpacks his case as to why we need to be moving back to in-person presentations as soon as possible!
Scott Recommends: The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann
In this Episode, Scott talks with Courtney Roselle, the current East Region Titan Games Champion. They talk about Courtney's school presentations, her Titan Games experiences, her future plans, and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
Thank you Courtney for a GREAT interview...but, more importantly, for the DIFFERENCE you are making!
Check out Courtney's website and Instagram to find out more about what she is working on!
In this episode, Scott talks with Tyler Christensen. Tyler is a listener of The Speaking of Harvey Podcast who reached out after Episode 035 aired. Tyler launched an AMAZING platform called Virtual School Assembly, and he and Scott discuss some of the issues with virtual presentations, how to improve them, and how the VSA platform came into existence.
Contact info for Tyler:
www.tylerchristensen.com
http://virtualschoolassembly.com
In this solo episode, Scott talks about three things we can do while things are returning to "normal" to improve ourselves and our business. These three things will help grow us and our business so that we will be ready for the next time.
Find out more about Scott's online course at: www.youthtechu.com
In this solo episode, Scott shares the audio from a viral video about racism in America that he created and shared on his social media. In the first week, the video had over 13,000 views and over 200 shares. You can watch the video HERE.
In this episode, Scott talks to his friend, Clint Pulver about how he has tackled the Virtual Presenter world in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Clint covers his 5 tips to being a successful speaker. He also talks about some of the tech he is using, best practices, and whether or not he will continue virtual presentation when things open back up.
You can connect with Clint on his Instagram or his Website.
In this solo episode, Scott talks about being INTENTIONAL about the community that you surround yourself with and the impact that can have on your business. He talks about some of his mastermind clients and how they leveraged the power of the mastermind community to grow their existing businesses and launch new ones. You can find out more about these clients and their businesses at the following links:
Christine Maier - www.thechristinemaier.com
Frank Lipski - www.bailoutescaperooms.com
Linda Gullo - www.lindagullo.com
Chad Harris - www.arrivaloh.com, www.truewealthinvestors.com
Email Scott at speakingofharvey@gmail.com to set up your free call to find out what the mastermind environment can do for you and your business!
In this solo episode, Scott talks about how he has been studying and learning from one of the BEST in the business. He unpacks what he has been learning by researching Garth Brooks. When we learn from people like this, and apply these lessons to our businesses, we will see growth! Are you ready to "Garth-ify" your business?
In this episode, Scott talks with Jeff Goins. They discuss the "performance" of speaking, how "different is better than better", the global pandemic, and Jeff's book, The Art of Work.
They also talk about Iain S. Thomas's book, Every Word You Cannot Say.
You can connect with Jeff by checking out his website or following him on Instagram.
In this episode, Scott talks to Aurora Gregory about her book, how best to pitch our presentations, how to find our audience, and much more. More details about her book and some useful tools can be found at the following links:
www.getpickedtospeak.com
www.getpickedtooklit.com
In this solo episode, Scott brainstorms 25 things that you can do during this COVID-19 time of "social distancing".
This is not a time to panic. This is a time to pivot.
In this solo episode, Scott announces some changes for the formatting of The Speaking of Harvey Podcast. He then unpacks the 3 times that a professional speaker should just SHUT UP!
In this episode, Scott interviews Grant Baldwin of The Speaker Lab Podcast. Grant talks about his new book, finding speaking gigs, and being a dad in the process.
In this solo episode, Scott discusses the top four reasons why you may want to consider starting your own podcast.
Equipment Scott uses to podcast:
Microphone
Boom Arm
In this solo episode, Scott helps you answer the three questions that will help you nail down what you speak about. We can't speak about EVERYTHING, and this episode will help you find YOUR topics!
In this episode, Scott sits down with his friend, Stephanie Ravenscraft to talk about her first few experiences on stage as a speaker. They also discuss life as a full-time entrepreneur, and what role speaking will play in Stephanie's career in the future.
In this solo episode, Scott shares a story that he is polishing to use in some upcoming corporate keynotes. He shared this story at his Toastmaster's club, and he talks about the process of crafting a good story as a professional speaker.
In this solo episode, Scott unpacks his experience attending Cliff & Stephanie Ravenscraft's Free the Dream Conference in Franklin, TN.
In this solo episode, Scott spends a few minutes unpacking his recent trip to Indonesia. He also challenges the listeners to start planning their "thing" whatever that looks like for them.
In episode 019, Scott sits down with Irvin Magana and talks about how he turned a difficult childhood and difficult work circumstances as an adult into a successful business. Irvin is GREAT at what he does, and I know you will be blessed by this interview!
You can find Irvin on:
And on his website that is "coming soon".
Thank you, Irvin, for a GREAT interview!
In this solo episode, Scott discusses whether or not it is beneficial for us, as Professional Speakers, to ever speak for free.
In this episode, Scott talks finances with his friend, Jennie Webb from Springbok Financial Coaching. Jennie talks about the best and worst part about being a financial coach, dispels some financial myths, and gives GREAT financial coaching principals for professional speakers.
You can find out more about Springbok Financial Coaching on their facebook page.
Thank you, Jennie, for a GREAT interview!
In this episode Scott talks about the top 3 ways that social media can benefit our speaking business.
He also announces an exciting way that you can partner with him on an upcoming trip to Indonesia to help small business owners. You can partner with him at this link: https://app.managedmissions.com/Donations/Donate/42604
In this episode, Scott interviews his friend, Terry Weaver. Terry is a speaker, an author, and entrepreneur, and an all around GREAT guy! They talk about Terry's conference, The Thing, and what that has taught Terry about being a better speaker. They also discuss some of the many benefits of attending conference and networking while you are there.
In this solo episode, Scott discusses his top three tips for turning your speaking "hobby" into your speaking BUSINESS.
In this episode, Scott talks to Lauren Fisher. They talk about the book that Lauren is featured in, Lauren's speaking dream, and how she took skills from her "day job" to build her "side hustle" in the speaking world.
In this solo episode, Scott unpacks the top three benefits of ATTENDING more conferences. As speakers, sometimes we get too focused on SPEAKING at conferences, which is super fun, but attending conferences can benefit our business a TON! Find out how in this episode.
In this episode, Scott talks with Clint Pulver about all things speaking. They discuss working with the client before and after the event, the importance of a killer website, and speaking to different "buckets" of people.
In this solo episode, Scott unpacks some "tricks of the trade" he has learned in his 10 years of professional speaking from speaking with the client, to delivering the talk, to following up afterward.
In this episode, Scott talks to his friend, Joe Fingerhut. Joe is an International Speaker and Author, and this turned into a SUPER fun conversation!
In this solo episode, Scott talks about the best places to go to secure your first speaking gig. He also gives a "sample talk" that he did recently in an effort to inspire you to create your talk.
In this episode, Scott interviews Jenna Edwards about her decision to step into a new role as a paid speaker.
In this solo episode, Scott unpacks the most profitable thing he does every week to grow his business.
Scott interviews Joel Katte. Joel is a relatively new professional speaker who is making a HUGE difference in schools across the country.
In this solo episode, Scott talks about some of the downsides of speaking. As much as he loves his job, there are aspects of it that are less than glamorous. These are the things that no one really talks about, but you need to be aware of if you are considering being a professional speaker. In this episode, Scott talks about three of the downsides that he has found in being a professional speaker.
In this episode, Scott speaks with Mark Keene. Mark is a pastor, a teacher, a coach, and a mastermind host. Mark brings a really cool perspective as we look into the life of a bivocational minister.
We talk about getting paid for what some people consider "ministry", Mark's speaking dream, how he deals with nerves before he speaks, and the psychology behind being an entrepreneur.
You do NOT want to miss this high energy interview full of great content!
In this solo episode, Scott discusses his top three reasons why you might want to consider Professional Speaking as your career.
In this episode Scott Harvey interviews Cliff Ravenscraft. Scott and Cliff talk about their friendship, professional speaking, transitioning into a new business, what Cliff is looking for when he considers speakers for his Free the Dream Conferences, and Cliff's personal speaking dream.
Cliff always adds a TON of value to whatever he is involved in, and we are super excited to have him as our guest on Episode 001!
This short, introductory episode serves as an overview of what to expect with The Speaking of Harvey Podcast. Scott Harvey introduces himself and talks a little about how he started as a professional speaker.