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Why Life's A Pitch with Dominic Colenso

Why Life's A Pitch with Dominic Colenso

By: Dominic Colenso
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In life, we're always pitching. Whatever our job title, profession, hopes or dreams we're always looking for buy-in. We need others (and sometimes even ourselves) to say yes. In this podcast, former professional actor and leading communication coach Dominic Colenso interviews guests from the worlds of business, sport, the arts and show business about their lives and uncovers how the stories they told to themselves and others helped them to achieve success.Dominic Colenso Economics
Episodes
  • Why Every Pitch Needs More Than Show-Stopping Moments with Nico Jones

    Why Every Pitch Needs More Than Show-Stopping Moments with Nico Jones
    May 21 2025

    My guest for this episode is Nico Jones. Nico is the creator of the core story framework and an all round storytelling geek. So I'm delighted to have him on the show to delve into how to incorporate storytelling into our pitch. If you enjoy what you hear, please comment and subscribe. It would mean the world to me and will help this podcast reach as many people as possible. You don't want to miss this. Enjoy.


    Timestamps:

    00:00 Intro

    05:11 Embrace Vulnerability for Authentic Connection

    09:04 Early Digital Arts Exploration

    12:19 "Effortless Creation: Opportunity and Challenge"

    14:55 Discovering Entrepreneurial Core Beliefs

    17:46 "Understanding Your Own Journey"

    24:45 Mastering Connection for Success

    32:09 Rethinking Company vs. Individual Values

    37:29 Journey to Becoming Influential

    40:51 Unlocking Storytelling for Entrepreneurs

    41:52 The Power of Repeated Stories

    45:56 "Embrace and Persist in the Past"


    Episode Links:


    Listen on:

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://apple.co/3sYoIbg⁠

    Spotify: ⁠https://spoti.fi/3Zrs2rJ⁠



    Follow Dominic:

    LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/3LxpimH⁠

    X: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Rr3BIX⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/48n3Me4⁠

    Website: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Lr47ml⁠


    Follow Nico:

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nico-ceballos-jones/

    Instagram: nico_ceballos_jones

    Website: - https://storycaptain.co.uk/


    If you want to improve the way you pitch and communicate take our free Pitching With IMPACT scorecard here: ⁠https://pitchingwithimpactpersonal.scoreapp.com/


    Or our free Presenting With IMPACT scorecard here: https://presentingwithimpact.scoreapp.com/

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    48 mins
  • The Art of Storytelling - 5 Mistakes Most People Make

    The Art of Storytelling - 5 Mistakes Most People Make
    Feb 6 2025

    Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools you have—but most people completely kill their audience’s attention without even realising it. If you’ve ever felt like your stories fall flat, you might be making one of these 5 classic storytelling mistakes in your pitches and presentations.


    In this video, I’ll break down:

    ✅ The biggest mistakes that ruin your stories

    ✅ How to tell if you’re making them

    ✅ Simple fixes that will make your storytelling instantly more engaging


    And yes, one of these mistakes involves a hippo—so stay tuned for that! 🦛


    If you fix these, you’ll instantly become a more engaging and persuasive speaker and storyteller.


    🔔 Subscribe for more expert communication tips!


    👉 Which mistake do you think you’ve made the most? Drop a comment below!


    📺 Next Up: No body care about you (the truth about your pitch) https://youtu.be/Rv5mqLIdm8w


    📢 Help spread the word! If you found this video useful, hit LIKE and SHARE so more people can improve their storytelling skills.

    #Storytelling #CommunicationSkills #PublicSpeaking
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    12 mins
  • Pitching With Purpose: Secrets for Success From The Godfather of Impact - Paul Dunn

    Pitching With Purpose: Secrets for Success From The Godfather of Impact - Paul Dunn
    Jan 29 2025
    My guest for this episode is Paul Dunn. Paul is a 4-time TEDx speaker. He is a Senior Fellow in one of the World’s Leading Think Tanks and consults to and mentors leading-edge businesses around the world. He’s also the co-found or an amazing organisation called B1G1. I first heard Paul speak about B1G1 back in 2017 and was blown away by his passion and energy. I’m thrilled to have him on the podcast to share his experience and to dig into the ways that we can all make more impact in the world. If you enjoy what you hear please leave a review, like, comment and subscribe. It would mean the world to me and will help this podcast reach as many people as possible. You don’t want to miss this! Enjoy! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:08 - Luck vs. Creation: The Role of Curiosity 07:11 - From Dover to Tokyo: A Life of Opportunities 10:13 - The Power of Words in Pitching 13:00 - Butterflies in Formation: Mastering Public Speaking 16:13 - Finding and Telling Your Stories 19:12 - The Storyteller's Influence on Generations 24:35 - The Power of Storytelling 25:17 - Wowing the Audience vs. Business Plans 29:46 - Impact and Purpose with B1G1 35:04 - Creating High Impact Cultures 35:34 - Overcoming Obstacles in Business 43:35 - Lessons from a Journey Episode Links: Listen on: Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://apple.co/3sYoIbg⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://spoti.fi/3Zrs2rJ⁠ Youtube: https://bit.ly/3Zt27Qq Follow Dominic: LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/3LxpimH⁠ X: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Rr3BIX⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/48n3Me4⁠ Website: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Lr47ml⁠ Follow Paul Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulb1g1/ Website: https://www.pauldunn.global/ Website: https://b1g1.com/ If you want to improve the way you pitch and communicate take our free Pitching With IMPACT scorecard here: ⁠https://pitchingwithimpactpersonal.scoreapp.com/ Or our free Presenting With IMPACT scorecard here: https://presentingwithimpact.scoreapp.com/
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    47 mins
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