Press & Media
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The Magic of Perspective: How To Connect With Anyone with Brian Miller
Brian, a magician-turned-international speaker and coach, reveals how illusion, empathy, and simple human rituals let him forge a connection in just five seconds.
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How to Speak Like the Top 1% (and Blow Up your Personal Brand)
In a world where attention is scarce and trust is at an all time low, being the smartest person in the room is no longer enough. Neel sits down with Brian Miller, former professional magician and TED Talk speaker with millions of views, to break down why we are in a trust recession and what actually makes people listen, believe, and take action. Brian shares how clarity, not charisma, builds confidence and why trust is earned through simple language and well ordered ideas.
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How to reduce stress without sacrificing success
If we want to reduce stress without sacrificing success, we need to learn the art of even-achieving. Erika is a speaker, consultant and recovering overachiever. She believes most successful people are getting accomplishment wrong.
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How to call out the elephant in the room
Angela Franklin explores how addressing the “elephant in the room” creates stronger dialogue, better leadership, and real progress.
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How great leaders make their courage contagious
From refugee to bestselling author, Hang Black reveals how leaders can model bold courage and inspire others to rise in this powerful TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa talk.
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How ownership can make work better for everyone
Dean Leslie Wilson shares how employee ownership strengthens local businesses, builds shared wealth, and makes work better for everyone.
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Turning hardship into a daring adventure
Can a hard life still feel joyful? The Brazilian Twins share how music transformed hardship into purpose and global impact.
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Building Your Leader Brand with Bob Gentle - Smart People Suck at Explaining What They Do (and How to Fix It)
On the Building Your Leader Brand podcast, Brian Miller and Bob Gentle discuss “Smart People Suck at Explaining What They Do (and How to Fix It)” and share simple ways to communicate expertise with clarity.
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The surprising ways space technology can save our oceans
What does NASA have to do with saving the ocean? Marine biologist Jake Levenson shares how a simple question led to a breakthrough. Space tech is now helping us track and protect marine life in ways we never imagined. Watch to see how unexpected ideas can drive real change.
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33 Conversations Podcast with Michael Abney- The Challenge of Understanding Others
Join Michael Abney on the 33 Conversations podcast as he talks with Brian Miller, a former magician turned award-winning speaker and message strategist. Hear stories from Brian’s journey, his viral TEDx talk, and his work helping experts and thought leaders communicate with clarity and impact.
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How AI Could Be a Complementary Tool in Healthcare
Elena Ikonomovska turned to AI not for answers but for insight. In this TEDx talk, she shows how technology might help patients ask better questions, spot hidden risks, and take a more active role in their health.
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Clarity Up Wins Two Anthem Awards for Message Design Work Supporting Social Impact Leaders
Virginia Beach-based messaging firm earns Silver Award and Community Voice Award for TEDx talk script that distilled 20+ years of activism into 18 minutes.
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Be the Wolf with Genea Barnes - From Smart to Human: Speak So People Actually Listen with Message Design Consultant, Brian Miller
Struggling to make people understand your ideas? Genea talks with message design expert Brian Miller about why clarity alone isn’t enough, how to communicate so your ideas actually stick, and the simple shift that makes your message spread. Essential insights for entrepreneurs, leaders, creatives, and anyone who wants to be heard.
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Clarity Up LLC Honored as Finalist for Message Design Work Supporting Social Impact Leaders
Speechwriting and messaging firm recognized in Special Projects category for TEDx talk "How to be an activist who creates real change"
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Sales Talk for CEOs with Alice Heiman - No Trust, No Sales: Fix Your Message Fast with Brian Miller
People don’t trust ads. Or brands. Or even experts. Brian Miller joins Alice Heiman to explain how CEOs can cut through the noise and earn trust, fast.
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