Thought Leaders Business Lab Podcast

Could a TEDx talk really unlock life-changing opportunities for you? In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha Riley is joined by Ashley Stahl who was catapulted to success by the increased visibility and expert-level reputation through her viral TEDx talk.Ashley shares her own incredible journey of how giving a TEDx talk early in her career launched her into entrepreneurship, allowing her to build a successful e-learning business that generated $6 million in revenue over just two months. Despite later experiencing challenges that led to burnout and debt, Ashley's decision to pursue a second TEDx talk reignited her career. Her talk went viral, earning her a speaking agent, sponsorship deals, and allowing her to triple her keynote fees.Ashley dives deep into the art of crafting a TEDx talk that resonates, emphasising the importance of a compelling opening story or conversational piece to hook the audience. She stresses the need to provide an original perspective rather than simply recycling ge