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SIGNATURE TALK

I'm SALLY
...a speaker coach and "professional nudger" who helps big-hearted entrepreneurs and leaders move from self-doubt to confident action. I'm here to help you be brave enough to #showupanyway, even when (especially when!) every instinct tells you to hide.





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WHAT IS A SIGNATURE TALK?

Whatever we call it – we all need one: Signature talk – that one idea you’re known for – what no one else can talk about or do like YOU… Signature talks can be used In all different ways. Let’s define it first!

HANK FORTENER: ON CRAFTING A TALK

In one of the most-listened to episodes of all time on This Moved Me, listen to speaker Hank Fortner talk about how he got better at his craft. He is a pro, and I love this episode!

THE DIFFERENce BETWEEN A TED TALK, SIGNATURE TALK, & KEYNOTE 

We’re clarifying some key terms so we can leverage them specifically in our business in an intentional way. They are connected to each other. And at the heart of an intentional approach to leverage speaking? A signature talk. 

WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO CREATE YOUR SIGNATURE TALK (AND WHY IT’S WORTH IT)

Hear from three of my students from the Signature Talk Studio… asking them the very important question… what does it take to create a signature talk?… and – as you’ll hear – it’s life-changing, empowering – and catalytic. In other words – challenging – but worth it!

A SIMPLE TRICK TO JUMP-START YOUR TALK-WRITING

Introducing: a super simple tool that can help jump-start writing a talk, especially when you’re feeling stuck and staring at your computer.

3 BELIEFS YOU NEED TO CREATE A SIGNATURE TALK

Creating a signature talk can transform your business. And writing a talk can be a challenging experience! So, if you want to learn how to use speaking in your business, you first need to embrace these three beliefs that will help you become a speaker.

HOW CREATING A SIGNATURE TALK FITS INTO YOUR OVERALL BUSINESS

If you want to grow your impact, your audience, and your business – there’s no better way than through leveraging speaking in your business, and with a signature talk. But where does it fit in? And what exactly does it do for your business?

FINDING YOUR TALK TOPIC

Are you ready to create your moment-making signature talk? BUT: you’re not quite sure what that single topic can be. I mean, how do you sum up your life’s work in one talk? Well, I get it. It’s hard. We’re going to talk about it.

FIVE WARNING SIGNS YOU NEED A NEW APPROACH TO SPEAKING

After working with speakers for 20+ years – what I can tell you is that not EVERYONE is ready for a signature talk… but if you’re experiencing any of these 5 things, a signature talk will make a significant difference for you!

A SIGNATURE TALK AS THE #1 GROWTH TOOL

You have a signature talk, which is awesome, or you’re thinking about it, but you’re wondering how you use a signature talk to grow. Let’s imagine your future together. Are you ready? Let’s dive in.

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Hi, I'm Sally,

I help audiences move from self-doubt to self-trust so they can show up with confidence when it matters most. As an award-winning keynote speaker, best-selling author, and host of a top 2% podcast in the world, I’ve spent nearly 30 years on stages, speaking to thousands about the power of authentic leadership and bold action. 

My work has helped executives, entrepreneurs, and teams ditch perfectionism, embrace their voice, and lead with courage—even in high-stakes moments. Through storytelling, humor, and actionable insights, I don’t just inspire—I equip people with the tools to stop waiting, start leading, and 

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