The Power Table with Taylor Smith
The Power Table with Taylor Smith is a podcast for women entrepreneurs who want to build visible, credible, and profitable brands. Hosted by Taylor Smith, an award-winning founder and 'Queen of Community,' the show covers topics like visibility, speaking, partnerships, content, monetization, leadership, and mindset shifts. It aims to help women grow their businesses through relationships, personal branding, and proximity to influential networks.
Episodes
Life Update: Running a Business from Two States, 2,000 Miles Apart
Six months ago, Taylor wasn't planning on a cross-country move. Today, she's recording this episode from a second home in the New Mexico desert, splitting her life and business between there and Florida. In this personal episode, she tells the full story, from her husband quietly applying for his dream job from the back of a Power Table LIVE conference room, to the five-week scramble to
Where Speaking in the Entrepreneur Events Industry Is Headed (My Predictions)
The events industry is in the middle of a very public reckoning right now, and Taylor isn't staying quiet about it. In this episode, she breaks down two major event controversies making headlines, then shares her real predictions for where speaking in the B2B and entrepreneur space is actually headed, from the death of slide decks to what AI has done to the value of information itself. If you
The Other 80% (Everything I Do at an Event as a Speaker When I'm Not on Stage)
The talk is only 20% of the job. In this episode, Taylor breaks down the other 80%, everything she does before, during, and after an event that actually drives ROI as a speaker. That includes the story of one off-stage coffee meetup, attended by exactly two people, that turned into a six figure ongoing brand partnership. If you speak at events or you're working toward it, this episode is the
What 2 Years of Keynote Speaking Taught Me
Two years ago, Taylor gave her first large keynote. Since then, she's spoken on over 100 stages and podcasts and become one of the most sought after speakers in women's entrepreneurship. In this episode, she's pulling back the curtain on everything that's happened since, the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons that actually moved the needle. If you're early in your speaker
How to Plan an Epic Black Friday Sale + Our Strategy Last Year
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor breaks down the exact strategy behind last year's Black Friday launch, one that blew past the sales goal she'd set for the weekend. She walks through why she avoided launching anything brand new that weekend, the offer she pulled out of the archive instead, and the simple upgrade that made it impossible to pass up.Taylor also unpacks the
We Need You! Female Founder Economy Survey Part 2
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor walks through exactly what happens after you complete the Female Founder Economy Survey, from the anonymous collection window this September and October to the full 2027 Female Founder Economy Report releasing in January.She also explains the goal behind the survey, reaching 1,000 female founders, why that number matters, and why women's voic
We Need You! Female Founder Economy Survey Part 1
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor draws on her academic background in cultural anthropology and behavioral science to break down the two dominant narratives currently shaping how the world understands female founders, the creator economy story and the traditional scale story. Neither one, she argues, actually reflects what most female founders are building.This episode lays the gr
Hosting & Selling Events Roundtable
In this episode, we're recapping the Hosting & Selling Events roundtable from Stand Out & Sell Out, digging into the real advice for anyone starting to plan their first, or next, event, from the earliest planning stages to actually selling it out.In this episode, we cover:• What to nail down first when you're planning an event• Common mistakes founders make hosting their first ev
Our Entire Tech Stack, 20 Tools in 10 Minutes
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor does a rapid fire walkthrough of every tool and system running behind the scenes at The Power Table, all 20 of them, across six categories. From content creation to client management to email marketing, she explains exactly what each tool does and why it made the cut.One highlight: the project management tool in her stack, GetTasked, was actually
Self Leadership and Expanding Your Personal Capacity Roundtable
In this episode, we're recapping the Leadership & Capacity roundtable from Stand Out & Sell Out, digging into the messy work of unlearning leadership habits that don't actually serve founders or their companies anymore, starting with how to finally stop people-pleasing in your own business.In this episode, we cover:• The leadership habits founders need to unlearn as they scale• H
Converting Sales & Increasing Sales in the DMs Roundtable
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, we're recapping the DM, Sales & Engagement roundtable from Stand Out & Sell Out, breaking down how to actually start a conversation that leads somewhere real, without losing the human part of it in the process.In this episode, we cover:• How to open a sales conversation that doesn't feel like a pitch• Where founders lose the human eleme
Team & Operational Capacity Roundtable
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, we're recapping the Team & Operational Capacity roundtable from Stand Out & Sell Out, a live conversation built around one deceptively simple question: how do you actually tell the difference between a systems problem and a capacity problem in your business?In this episode, we cover:• How to diagnose whether a bottleneck is a systems issue o
What's Working Now: LinkedIn, Threads, Instagram, & Substack Roundtable
In this episode, we're recapping the What's Working Now roundtable from Stand Out & Sell Out, centered on the question every founder wants a real answer to: who is the ideal buyer and ideal client on today's platforms, right now, not two years ago.In this episode, we cover:• The shifting client, right now, across today's most active marketing platforms• Where the market is
What's Working Now: Personal Brand & Positioning Roundtable
In this episode, we're recapping the Personal Brand & Positioning roundtable from Stand Out & Sell Out, unpacking how founders decide what to actually leave out of their brand story in order to build a more intentional, less scattered connection with their audience.In this episode, we cover:• Why leaving things out of your story can build more connection, not less• How to get intentio
Why You Attend Stand Out & Sell Out
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith tells the story of the moment she decided to completely blow up the format of Stand Out & Sell Out, even after last year's summit had over a thousand attendees, a high conversion rate, and glowing feedback. The reason was simple, when she read the survey responses, attendees weren't raving about the speaker presentations. They
Are Virtual Conferences and Summits Dead?
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith answers a question she gets asked constantly as someone whose brand runs over 350 virtual and in-person events a year, are virtual conferences and summits dead. Her answer is yes and no. The passive, pre-recorded format from 2020 to 2022 is finished, but live, highly interactive virtual events are doing something completely different right n
The Advice That's Actually Missing for Entrepreneurs? Live Feedback
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith talks about the one kind of business advice that is genuinely difficult to find, and the reason so many smart, capable founders can do all the right things, create all the content, and stay consistent, and still never see the numbers change. It is not a lack of information. It is the lack of live, real-time, highly personalized feedback on y
Should You Get Paid to Speak?
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith makes a controversial case: the advice that you should always get paid to speak is quietly costing most entrepreneurs revenue and opportunity. There is a version of speaking that pays a few thousand dollars and ends the moment you walk off stage, and there is a version that pays you for years. Taylor breaks down the difference, and pulls bac
How to Shift Your Marketing from Entry-Level to Premium Clients
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith breaks down exactly why the premium, high-caliber clients you want aren't showing up — and it almost never has anything to do with your skill set or what you actually offer. It comes down to positioning, and the way you're speaking to your audience might be quietly repelling the exact clients you're trying to attract.This epis
How I Sold Over $100K+ in a Single Day: Strategy & Exact Numbers
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest launches in her business to date including the strategy, numbers, mistakes, lessons, and behind-the-scenes decisions that led to a $114,264 sales day and a $139,707 launch.Rather than sharing vague launch advice or inflated revenue claims, Taylor walks through exactly what happened, how the launch
How I Built a Multi-Six-Figure Coaching Business Without Ads
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith pulls back the curtain on exactly how she built a multi-six-figure coaching business without running ads, going viral, or starting with a large network.Taylor shares the evolution of her coaching business from one-to-one services to scalable one-to-many offers, the lessons she learned along the way, and the strategies that ultimately helped
Power Table LIVE 2026 Conference Recap with Whitney Robinson
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith and Whitney Robinson sit down for a full recap of Power Table LIVE 2026 — pulling back the curtain on what actually went into building the event, why the results have been extraordinary, and what is already in the works for Power Table LIVE 2027.This episode is a behind-the-scenes conversation about intentionality, community, and what happen
Why "You Are The Niche" Stopped Working in Content & Personal Branding
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith makes the case for why the popular advice to "you are the niche" is one of the most damaging things you can do for your personal brand — and breaks down what the most visible, profitable female entrepreneurs actually do differently when it comes to niche marketing and brand positioning.This episode is a bold, direct conversation ab
How to Create Your Own Personal Brand Hub
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith introduces the concept of a personal brand messaging hub — a centralized, organized space where your thought leadership, signature stories, frameworks, positioning, and brand assets all live together — and explains why building this foundation is what separates founders who feel scattered from those who show up with confidence, consistency,
How to Define Your Personal Brand North Star (So Your Visibility Actually Leads Somewhere)
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith breaks down what a North Star actually means for your personal brand and business — and why the absence of one is the most common reason female founders end up burning out, saying yes to the wrong opportunities, and feeling like nothing is compounding no matter how much effort they put in.This episode is a foundational conversation about bus
What To Do In Your Business After You've Just Been Through a Personal Expansion
In this episode, Taylor shares some of her habit and strategies for the times when you've just had a huge amount of expansion and personal growth, and you're excited about all of the new possibilities, but you're also faced with all the work and commitments you made previously.MORE:Join The Power Table Mastermind: https://www.thepowertable.co/mastermindI love speaking on your podcas
What to Expect at Power Table LIVE (And How We Built It) with Whitney Robinson
If you’ve ever wondered what actually makes an event transformational—not just inspirational—this episode pulls back the curtain.In this conversation, Taylor Smith is joined by Event Experience Coordinator Whitney Robinson to break down exactly how Power Table LIVE was designed, built, and executed to create real outcomes for the women in the room.This isn’t a conversation about logistics—it’s abo
How to Host Your First (or Next) Event and Actually Monetize It
In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith breaks down how to host your first—or your next—event in a way that not only creates impact, but actually generates revenue. Drawing from her experience growing from a 0-attendee event to sold-out rooms of 150+ people, Taylor shares why events have been one of the biggest growth drivers in her business and why they are often one of the most
Build Authority Fast: Real-Time Social Media Strategies with Michelle Thames
In this episode, host Taylor Smith sits down with social media expert Michelle Thames to break down exactly how to grow your visibility, authority, and engagement—without overcomplicating your strategy. Michelle shares her real-time approach to content creation, revealing how posting within 24–48 hours can dramatically increase reach and relevance across platforms like Instagram, Threads, and Link
Embodied Leadership, Emotional Mastery & Turning Triggers Into Fuel with Fallon Jaye
What if the thing holding you back in your business… isn’t your strategy—but your nervous system?In this powerful episode of the Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith sits down with Embodiment and Leadership Coach Fallon Jaye to explore what it really means to embody leadership in high-growth seasons of business.Because here’s the truth: you can have the perfect offer, the right messaging, and the cle
Respectful Disruption, Personal Branding & Finding Clarity Through Action with Jessi Bornack Cabanin
What does it really look like to grow a personal brand in a way that feels aligned, honest, and impactful—especially when you’re in a season of change?In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor sits down with brand strategist, creative director, and storyteller Jessi Cabanin to explore the concept of respectful disruption and how it plays a critical role in personal branding, leadership, a
How to Use Podcasting to Build Community, Grow Your Business, and Drive Event Sales with Kristina Bartold-Sorgota
Podcasting isn't just about downloads—it’s about connection, community, and conversion.In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, Taylor sits down with Kristina Bartold-Sorgota, co-founder of The Social Snippet and High Vibe Women, to break down how entrepreneurs can use podcasting as a strategic growth tool inside their business.If you’ve been treating your podcast like a content checkbox—o
How to Show Up Powerfully in Media, Speaking & the Moments That Matter with Laressa Watlington
What actually happens when you step into a high-visibility moment—and why do so many women hold themselves back right when it matters most?In this episode, Taylor sits down with Emmy-winning Producer, Speaking Coach, and Media Strategist Laressa Watlington to break down what it really takes to show up with confidence, clarity, and presence in media, speaking, and on-camera opportunities.With over
Finding Joy in the Mundane: How to Avoid Burnout & Build a Sustainable Business with Stephanie Ross
What if the key to building a successful business isn’t found in the big moments—but in the ones you’ve been overlooking?In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith sits down with business educator and community builder Stephanie Ross to talk about the reality of entrepreneurship beyond the highlight reel. Together, they unpack the unglamorous day-to-day tasks that can quietly lead to
How to Simplify Your Strategy, Build Trust, and Convert at a Higher Level in Online Sales with Michelle DeNio
If you’ve been in business for a few years and feel like you’ve hit a revenue ceiling, this episode is your reset.In this conversation, Taylor Smith sits down with business strategist and The Real Truth About Business podcast host Michelle DeNio to unpack what’s actually working in today’s online business landscape—and what’s not. Together, they explore why so many service-based entrepreneurs get
How to Land Corporate Contracts as a Coach or Service Provider with Kirstyn Allen
There is a level of opportunity that most entrepreneurs never tap into…Corporate contracts.In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor Smith sits down with business growth strategist and B2B sales coach Kirstyn Allen to break down exactly how coaches, consultants, and service providers can land high-value, multi-year corporate deals—without becoming someone they’re not.With nearly a decade
Humanizing Your Social Media: Building a Personal Brand People Want to Follow with Caelyn Zupko
What makes someone worth following online?In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor sits down with Caelyn Zupko, a Pensacola-based realtor and real estate online business manager who has built a strong personal brand through consistent, authentic social media.Rather than treating social media like a performance, Caelyn approaches it as a way to document her life, connect with her communit
Similar Expertise, Different End Goals: Monetizing Your Personal Brand Your Way with Katrina Owens
What if two people could have nearly identical expertise in personal branding and visibility… but build completely different businesses from it?In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor sits down with Katrina Owens, podcast host, speaker, and award-winning Personal Branding and Public Relations expert, to talk about the many ways entrepreneurs can monetize visibility and build authority i
Unlocking SEO and AI for Women Entrepreneurs with Tianna Mamalick
What if SEO wasn’t complicated… but simply about answering the questions your customers are already searching for?In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor sits down with Tianna Mamalick, founder of SMB Marketing, to talk about how women entrepreneurs can use SEO, AI, and content creation to grow their visibility and attract more qualified leads.Despite how quickly AI is changing the digi
Events Series, Part 4: How to Protect Your Safety & Sanity at Events & Conferences
Somebody has to start talking about this. So we decided to. This is Part 4 of our cross-posted four-part series on conferences and events with Steph Rubio — and we’re ending with the conversation most business event spaces avoid: Event safety.Physical safety.Emotional safety.Ethical safety.If you attend women’s entrepreneurship conferences, networking events, masterminds, or live business retreats
Event Series, Part 2: How to be a Standout Attendee & Actually Realize A ROI with Steph Rubio
You bought the ticket. You’re in the room. Now what?This is Part 2 of our four-part cross-posted podcast series with Steph Rubio on the Rooted & Relentless Podcast — and we’re talking about how to actually get ROI from business events and conferences.If you’ve ever left a networking event, mastermind, or women’s entrepreneurship conference thinking, “That wasn’t worth it,” this episode is for
The Event Conversation No One Wants to Have (4-Part Series)
This is a four-part cross-posted series with Steph Rubio — and we’re going somewhere in the women's entrepreneurship space that most people aren't willing to go. And we get that it's controversial.Integrity.ROI.Reputation.Safety.If you attend conferences, masterminds, networking events, or host live business events yourself — this series is for you.Episode 1 is live NOW on the Roote
Reddit, Facebook Groups, & Diversifying Your Marketing Ecosystem in 2026 with Sarah Gemmell
In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Sarah Gemmell discuss how to create a profitable marketing ecosystem for 2026. They emphasize the importance of diversifying marketing channels beyond traditional methods like word of mouth and Instagram. Sarah shares insights on building a comprehensive marketing funnel, exploring alternative channels like Reddit and Facebook
How High-Achieving Women Can Build Energy, Eliminate Brain Fog, and Scale Sustainably with Relle Dixon
What if the missing piece in your business growth isn’t another marketing tactic… but your energy?In this episode, I’m joined by Relle Dixon — keynote speaker, wellness strategist, and founder of Be Well with Relle — for a conversation every high-achieving woman needs to hear.Inside this episode, we talk about why your body is your business strategy.Relle breaks down why you can’t burn a business
How Female Founders Can Use AI to Work Less, Lead More, and Support Their Personal Lives with April Wilhelm
What if AI didn’t just help your business… but helped you prioritize your family?In today’s episode, I’m joined by April Wilhelm, marketing strategist, operations expert, and founder of April Wilhelm Consulting — and this conversation goes far beyond productivity hacks.April shares her deeply personal story of how the growing demands of entrepreneurship were quietly pulling her away from her famil
The Trust Economy: How Earned Media, PR, and Credibility Help Founders Stand Out in the Age of AI with Lyndsey Akers
Goodbye attention economy, hello trust economy.In this episode, Taylor sits down with guest expert Lyndsey Akers, public relations powerhouse and strategic advisor to founders and executives building influence at scale.With over 15 years of experience across Capitol Hill, corporate communications, and national nonprofit leadership, Lyndsey breaks down how earned media, PR, and third-party credibil
The 4 Urgency Levers That Drive Sales (Even for Evergreen Offers) with Chelsea Quint
What if using urgency in your marketing didn’t have to feel manipulative or inauthentic?In this episode, Taylor sits down with messaging strategist Chelsea Quint (aka The Business Whisperer) to unpack the four urgency levers that actually drive sales — even for evergreen offers with no hard deadlines or expiring bonuses.Chelsea breaks down how to use scarcity, incentives, desire-based urgency, and
Virtual Coffee Chats + Following Up After Networking Events and Conferences
The ROI of events is in your follow up!In this episode of the Power Table podcast, Taylor discusses the importance of following up after networking events to build meaningful relationships. She shares practical strategies for maintaining connections, such as using social media for follow-ups, inviting contacts to virtual coffee chats, and being intentional about relationship-building efforts. Tayl
Use These 6 Secret Networking Strategies at Events & Conferences to Be Remembered
Taylor shares her most effective in-person networking strategies, including some not so popular but highly effective tips on WHO to approach in the room (and it's not who you think).From wearing bright colors to starting conversations with compliments, Taylor provides actionable advice to help listeners navigate networking events successfully. She also discusses the significance of asking eng
How to Leverage the Awards You Win for Maximum Visibility
There's winning an award; then there's maximizing your visibility from it. Are you leveraging your awards properly?In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith discusses the importance of leveraging awards and recognition in business. She shares strategies for maximizing visibility and credibility through storytelling, positioning, and creating omnipresence. Taylor empha
Behind the Scenes: Creating The Power Table 100 Awards
In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith discusses the newly launched Power Table 100 Awards, emphasizing the unique approach taken to create a recognition program that values integrity, visibility, and the true impact of women in business. Taylor outlines the reasons behind rejecting traditional award structures, such as popularity contests and pay-to-play models, and highlig
Should You Apply for Entrepreneurial Awards for Visibility?
In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith discusses the significance of applying for awards as a strategic visibility tool for women entrepreneurs. She emphasizes that awards are not merely for ego but serve to position women in their industries, build authority, and close the recognition gap that often leaves women underrepresented. Taylor introduces The Power Table 100 Award,
Growing Your Podcast in 2026: Podfest Recap with Kristina Bartold
In this episode, host Taylor Smith and special guest Kristina Bartold share their insights from PodFest, discussing key takeaways on podcasting, AI, SEO, community building, and monetization strategies. They emphasize the importance of credibility, networking, and consistency in achieving podcast success, while also exploring innovative growth techniques and the role of analytics in understanding
Your 15-Minute Visibility Plan for 2026
Start with the end and work backwards— and create your 2026 visibility strategy in just 15 minutes. In this episode of The Power Table Podcast, Taylor unpacks how to stop spinning your wheels with random content and start getting strategic with what actually moves the needle: your offers.Instead of guessing what to post, we’re building your visibility around what you’re selling. You’ll learn how t
Holiday Series Part 3: Build Out Your 2026 Speaking or Teaching Topics
NOW is a great time to build out your expert topics for speaking on stages, being a podcast guest, or teaching guest workshops in communities, masterminds, and virtual summits so you can go into 2026 with clarity.In this episode of the Power Table podcast, Taylor discusses how to effectively prepare for speaking engagements in 2026 during the slower holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of
Holiday Series Part 2: Nurturing Relationships
The end of the year is the PERFECT time to follow up with people in your network, collect testimonials from past clients, and nurture relationships with people already in your network in just 10-15 minutes a day with these easy strategies and ideas.In this episode, Taylor emphasizes the importance of nurturing relationships during the holiday season to fuel business growth. She discusses how oppor
Holiday Series Part 1: What to Do in Business Slow Seasons
Grab your hot cocoa and cozy up on the sofa with your laptop and lay the foundations for a successful New Year with these easy project ideas for your business that will help you with planning, client retention, social proof, content creation, and building your personal brand! Pick one or all of the ideas shared in this episode on what to do during the holidays or in any slower season of your busin
BIGGEST Year Yet: 8 Questions to Audit Your YEAR & Get Visible
2025 was my biggest year yet for both The Power Table community and for my personal brand. In this episode, I share the 8 questions I use at the end of every year to help me make big shifts and jumps forward. And I pull back the curtain to share what worked and what didn't in 2025 for The Power Table to help you refine and plan out your 2026 visibility and marketing plan. In this episode, Tay
Breaking Through Invisible Walls in Visibility & Your Personal Brand with Kelly Pender
Know everything you *should* do for visibility and your personal brand but something's holding you back? This episode is for you.In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Kelly Pender, a neuroscience manifestation coach, explore the invisible barriers that ambitious entrepreneurs face. They discuss the importance of understanding the subconscious mind, identity s
Does Attending Events Make Financial Sense for Your Business?
Events are expensive, whether they're in person or online. In this episode, I share how to make a decision about the ROI of events so you can make the best decision for your time and your money.Taylor discusses the importance of reframing financial decisions related to attending events and investing in oneself. She emphasizes that the biggest opportunities often come from inconvenient situati
Speaker Hot Takes: What Event Hosts and Speakers Won't Tell You
SPICYYY - Speaking has made me a better event host and being an event host has made me a better speaker. I've seen the good and the bad from both sides, and in this episode I share some hot takes about speakers that most people won't tell you to help you land more speaking gigs and fully understand the speaker selection process, plus some of my non-negotiables personally as a speaker!In
How Do You Know if You're READY to Get in Rooms?
The mindset shift I made from to shift from "Am I ready?" to "How can I serve others?" helped me ditch the imposter syndrome, walk into rooms I didn't feel ready for, and land some incredible opportunities. In this episode, Taylor Smith discusses the concept of readiness in business and personal growth. She emphasizes that feeling ready is often a misconception and that tr
How to Pick the Right Rooms for YOU
Not every room is right for YOU - even if the content is cute and it's giving you FOMO. In this episode, I share how I evaluate which events I should attend and how to tie them to my business and marketing goals.MORE: SAVE the date for our 2026 conference, The Power Table LIVE! It's April 22-23, 2026 in Destin, Florida. Get on the waitlist for attending here: https://taylor-renee-con
Do you really have the TIME to get in rooms?
The right events can actually save time by providing valuable connections and collaborations that would take much, much longer to achieve online. Taylor encourages listeners to rethink their approach to time management and consider the benefits of in-person interactions for business growth.MORE: SAVE the date for our 2026 conference, The Power Table LIVE! It's April 22-23, 2026 in Destin, Flo
Visibility Isn't Just Content - It's LEADERSHIP
In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith reflects on a recent mastermind weekend focused on visibility strategies for 2026. She emphasizes the importance of aligning visibility efforts with business goals, the necessity of exposure for growth, and the dual role of visibility as both a marketing tool and a leadership opportunity. Taylor encourages listeners to model the leaders
What We're Looking for in 2026 Conference Speakers
In this episode, Taylor Smith shares insights into the Power Table Live conference, detailing what the event seeks in speakers for 2026. She emphasizes the importance of strategy and collaboration, the emotional journey of building the conference, and the unique aspects that set it apart from other events. Taylor outlines the types of speaking opportunities available, the selection process, and th
How to Sell Out Your Mastermind or Group Coaching Program with Steph Rubio
SOLD OUT launches with a tiny audience? No problem. In this fireside chat, Taylor & Power Table Mastermind Member Steph Rubio swap strategies and personal brand tips for launching any kind of group coaching, membership, or group program that helped Steph sell out her very first mastermind cohort!In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Steph Rubio discuss the int
Stop Making These Speaking & Presenting Mistakes with Koco Gunn
In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Koco Gunn, a public speaking coach, discuss the art of impactful speaking. They explore common mistakes speakers make, the importance of presence and connection, and the role of storytelling in engaging audiences. Koco shares her journey to becoming a voice architect and offers practical tips for effective rehearsals and audie
Creating Intentional and Memorable Client Experiences to Turn One-Time Shoppers into Lifetime Partners with Hunter Myers
Attracting clients is like dating - you want to be a good match for a long term relationship. In this episode, guest Hunter Myers of Verdure Design Co. teaches you how.In this episode of the Power Table podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Hunter Myers discuss the importance of creating intentional and memorable client experiences that foster long-term relationships. They explore the concept of br
Is Speaking Your Next Step?
Have you been watching other people go on podcasts and speak on stages and you've wondered, "Am I ready for that? Will it really help my business?" If you've asked those questions, this episode is for you!In this episode, Taylor Smith discusses the transformative power of speaking as a tool for personal branding, visibility, and sales. She emphasizes the importance of engaging
Simplify and Speed Up Your Offer Launches with Nadine Hanafi
You don't need weeks (and thousands of dollars) to launch an offer to your audience. Right now, coaches & service providers need to be able to move quickly and be flexible with new offers that fit their audience's shifting needs and buying habits. The low lift launch era is officially here and our guest, Nadine Hanafi, shares exactly how to make it happen (this episode is PACKED with
Every Business Should Do Black Friday, Even Personal Brands
Every person in your audience is ready to buy from you this ONE week of the year. Here's what to do.In this episode, Taylor discusses the significance of Black Friday for all businesses, emphasizing that it is a prime opportunity for sales regardless of the type of product or service offered. She provides insights on what to sell during this period, particularly for personal brands and servic
The Courage to Be Authentic: From Trauma to Transformation with Malaysia Harrell, Military Veteran & Psychotherapist
In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, host Taylor Smith welcomes guest Malaysia Harrell, a board-certified psychotherapist and 20-year military veteran. to share her inspiring journey of overcoming trauma, health challenges, and the impact of military service on her identity. She discusses the importance of surrendering to one's true self and the process of uncovering authenticity. The
How I Landed on a Times Square Billboard (Personal Brand Secrets)
Spilling the not-so-secret strategy that had me booking a flight to NYC and seeing my face on a Times Square Billboard!In this episode, Taylor Smith shares her transformative experience of having her face on a billboard in Times Square, discussing how it changed her identity as an entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of building a personal brand that reflects readiness for opportunities, th
The Right Content to Create for Your Personal Brand
Personal branding in today's market is completely different than a couple of years ago. Right now, authenticity and trust are the most important parts of your personal brand! Taylor breaks down the 3 types of content you can create as a personal brand to drive results.MORE: Join The Power Table Mastermind: https://stan.store/taylorsmithonline/p/join-the-mastermind-rvok9dps I love speaking o
How I Close Sales in the DMs
Sales calls: never have, never will. In this episode, Taylor walks you through her exact sales flow in the DMs and focuses on building relationships as a more effective way to close sales. Taylor shares her approach to selling as serving, the importance of having clear sales pages, and how to engage with potential clients without cold pitching, sales, or discovery calls. MORE: Join The Power Table
Easy Offers to Sell as a Personal Brand
Straightforward strategies for monetizing a personal brand -- no overcomplicated funnels or offers, just exactly where to start.Taylor emphasizes the importance of creating simple offers that align with the transformation one can provide, such as digital products and high-touch services. The conversation also covers the significance of understanding client needs at different stages and the potenti
How to Build a Personal Brand Off Social Media
Social media doesn't have to play a big role in your personal brand or your business. You've got options.In this episode, Taylor shares four key strategies for building a strong personal brand outside of social media and far away from the algorithms: creating long-form content, leveraging PR and guest features, engaging in speaking events, and focusing on relationship building.MORE: Join
Is Your Personal Brand Working? The Audit You Need
Not sure if what you are doing to build your personal brand is actually working? Taylor deep dives into the significance of personal branding and how to assess its effectiveness through a personal brand audit with actionable steps you can implement today to generate more clients, more speaking, podcast, and media opportunities.MORE: Join The Power Table Mastermind: https://stan.store/taylorsmitho
You Joined a Mastermind. Now What?
You owe it to yourself to maximize your investment in coaching and mastermind. In this episode, Taylor shares her habits and tips for getting the most out of group containers. She emphasizes the importance of taking radical responsibility for your results, actively participating in group settings, and building relationships with fellow members. MORE: Join The Power Table Mastermind: https://stan.s
