In this episode, Toni sits down with Jan Muhlfeit, a global strategist and former executive at Microsoft. Jan shares insights on public speaking, leadership, and unlocking human potential. He emphasises the importance of authenticity, storytelling, and connecting with the audience to deliver impactful presentations. Jan recounts memorable presentations, including a humorous and spontaneous performance with his colleague, David, that captivated a large audience. He also reflects on overcoming challenges, such as dealing with distractions during presentations. Jan's experiences and advice provide valuable lessons for aspiring speakers and leaders.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Jan emphasizes the importance of being authentic and self-aware in presentations to connect with the audience effectively.
• He highlights the power of storytelling in presentations, noting that stories are more memorable and engaging than facts alone.
• Jan discusses the impact of body language, storytelling, and audience interaction on brain chemistry, such as the release of dopamine, endorphins, serotonin, and oxytocin.
• He stresses the need to adapt to the audience's preferences and engage them through various techniques, such as humor, spontaneity, and audience interaction.
• Jan shares strategies for overcoming fear, such as focusing on the love for the subject matter and avoiding negative bias by redirecting attention away from negative stimuli.

BEST MOMENTS

"Leadership is not about what you have on your business card. It's about how many people are going to follow you, even if there are very tough times."

“Rational people are usually right, but only crazy people will change the world."

"If you concentrate on what you like, you beat your fear through your love for that activity."

"You don't tell, don't say it: show it. You could say something, no connection, but you show it and you know that influence to make people crazy."

"Facts will tell an idea, but the stories will sell it."

HOST BIO

Toni's journey defies the norm. Raised with a strong work ethic and a traditional career path in mind, she initially pursued a corporate job in HR after earning her degree. However, in 2015, everything changed when she attended a property training seminar. Little did she know that this event would ignite a profound passion for property investment.

With her husband Chris, Toni raised millions in joint venture finance, creating a multi-million-pound property portfolio. But her story doesn't stop there. By the age of 33, she left her HR job behind to empower others in building their successful property businesses.

Toni's passion for public speaking led her to become a world record holder. Beyond the accolades, she sees it as a calling to educate and inspire. Toni hosts training events and uses her "Talks with Toni" podcast to share insights, interview captivating guests, and motivate her audience.