Speak Like It Matters Podcast
Welcome to Speak Like It Matters (formerly Visionary Voice) — the podcast for courageous, purpose-driven leaders who want to communicate with clarity, confidence and credibility.
I’m Csilla Muscan, public speaking coach, storyteller, and the creator of the 'You Are The Message' framework.
Here’s the deal: If you want to be the kind of speaker who leads with clarity, connects with depth, and actually gets remembered—you’re in the right place.
This isn’t about fluffy pep talks or recycled TEDx tips.
This is about building a message that resonates, a presence that commands, and a voice that leads—whether you're speaking on stage, on camera, or in a client conversation.
If your message feels unclear, your delivery falls flat, or you're tired of blending in with the sea of “experts” out there, this show will help you sharpen your voice and show up like it matters.
🎯 New episodes weekly.
🎙️ Practical tools. Real stories. Honest conversations.
Let’s turn your voice into your greatest leadership asset.
Ready to speak with impact? Hit play—let’s get to work.
Speak Like It Matters Podcast
The Secret Formula for an Unforgettable Talk Opening
Most speakers lose their audience in the first 30 seconds… and then spend the rest of their talk playing desperate catch-up.
Let’s not do that.
In this episode of Speak Like It Matters, I’m spilling the tea on why most talk openings fall flat — and exactly how to craft one that makes people sit up, lean in, and think, “Okay… I’m listening.” Spoiler: it’s not by thanking the organizer, reading your résumé, or starting with a bad joke you found on Pinterest.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How to ditch the “polite but boring” openers that drain the energy out of the room before you’ve even started.
- Why giving away the whole roadmap up front kills curiosity and what to do instead.
- The quickest way to make your audience care about what you’re saying before they even know your name.
The truth? Your opening is prime real estate in your audience’s brain.
Use it wisely and you’ll be unforgettable.
Waste it… and you’ll be fighting to get their attention back the whole time.
Ready to upgrade your openings (and the rest of your talk) so they actually stick?
👉🏼 Join me for this month’s workshop: Craft a Message That Sticks → www.speaklikeitmatters.com/workshop
For more help:
- ✨ Grab my free guide: 10 Mistakes That Kill Your Vocal Presence → speaklikeitmatters.com/vocal
- 🎯 Check out my signature program: The Speaker Accelerator Intensive → speaklikeitmatters.com/speaker-accelerator
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or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/
Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com
