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
How to Earn People’s Trust Faster with Stages
What if building trust didn’t have to take forever?
In today’s episode of The Visionary Voice, I’m sharing how to use speaking—strategically—to fast-track your credibility and influence.
Because yes, trust takes time.
But the right stage at the right time? That can shrink the timeline… fast.
💡 Inside this episode, we unpack:
- Why the 4–7–11 rule matters and how to use it to build trust faster
- How your visibility strategy might actually be slowing you down
- 5 common mistakes speakers make that sabotage trust (and what to do instead)
- How small stages build big credibility—if you know how to show up for them
If you're tired of waiting to be seen as “the go-to voice,” and you’re ready to be recognized as a leader people trust, this one’s for you.
🎙 Hit play, take notes, and let’s reframe the way you think about the stage.
🔗 Helpful resources to support your next step:
👉 10 Steps to Powerful Presentations – FREE Guide
👉 1:1 Power Session – Personalized coaching
👉 Speaker Accelerator – Intensive for visionary leaders
You don’t need a viral moment.
You just need a stage—and a strategy. 🎤
Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscan
or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/
Send me an email at: csilla@csillamuscan.com
