This episode is about public speaking:  how to do it better and why it is an essential skill for every accounting firm owner.  Why? Because Speaking comes back to effective communication. It's about storytelling, persuasion, getting people on board, creating community and understanding. Whether you are wanting to get more clients, lead your team, recruit staff or find a new business partner, guaranteed public speaking in some way shape or form will play a role in achieving that goal. Meryl chats to multiple guests on the topic over this episode including past guests Tyler Caskey and Heather Smith, as well as Producer of The Lifestyle Accountant Show and keynote speaker, Eleanor Carey. We cover: Why public speaking is such an essential skill for accounting firm owners Opportunities to gain from speaking What are the different types of public speaking How to be an amazing panel moderator How to prepare for a keynote or presentation What are the different ways you can practice your communication skills via public speaking   You can connect with Heather Smith on LinkedIn or Twitter, Tyler Caskey on LinkedIn or via the Bean Counters Website and Eleanor Carey on her website or via the show.   This episode of the podcast is brought to you by sponsors: Teamup: Hire top Filipino accountants without ongoing BPO fees.  Fathom: All-in-one reporting, analysis & forecasting. Brieff: Structure advisory. Highlight your value.   The Lifestyle Accountant Show is a podcast that helps today’s accounting firm leaders build successful businesses while living healthy, happy lives hosted by Meryl Johnston.  For more information or to get in touch with us, head over to our website lifestyleaccountant.co.