Ep 161 | Make A Scene: Amplifying Your Impact Through Speaking, Storytelling and Stages with Mike Ganino

Passionate & Prosperous with Stacey Brass-Russell

Mike Ganino knows how to make a scene—and now, he’s sharing his brilliance with the world in his newly released book, MAKE A SCENE!

In this episode of Passionate & Prosperous, I’m joined by my brilliant friend Mike Ganino—storytelling coach, keynote director, and all-around master of performance and presence—to explore how storytelling, performance, and mindset all come together to help you connect deeply with your audience and create meaningful impact.

Whether you’re stepping onto a stage, showing up on social media, or even just speaking to a small group, Mike’s expertise in presence and delivery will inspire you to rethink how you communicate and connect with your audience.

This conversation isn’t just about learning to tell stories; it’s about embracing who you are, overcoming fears of judgment, and finding your voice in a way that feels both authentic and powerful. We talk about the art of performance, how to use your voice to captivate, and the mindset shifts that can help you overcome insecurities and truly step into your message.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ How to overcome the fear of judgment and find your unique voice

✨ The mindset shifts needed to embrace vulnerability and step into visibility

✨ Mike’s “Five Stage Languages” and how they elevate your communication, delivery, and confidence

✨ The art of performance: balancing authenticity with presence and theatricality

✨ Why your personal story (no matter how ordinary it feels) is enough to make an impact

This conversation is packed with practical tips and deep insights to help you rethink the way you show up, use your voice, and connect with your audience. If you’ve ever doubted your ability to “own the stage” or felt like your story wasn’t good enough, this episode will change the way you think about sharing your message.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Visibility isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection and authenticity

✨ The secrets to amplifying your natural strengths and using them to captivate any audience

✨ How to turn any platform (big or small) into a stage for your voice and ideas

✨ Why storytelling is the ultimate tool for building trust, credibility, and connection

This episode is packed with inspiration, actionable tips, and the kind of mindset shifts that will change the way you think about sharing your message. If you’re ready to take up space and make your story heard, this one’s for you.

Ready to amplify your voice, embrace your story, and make a scene? Hit play now!

You can also connect with Mike on Instagram and Facebook!

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