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How to Sell Without Being Pushy: Speaking Tips That Persuade | Ep 446

November 03, 2026•1 min read
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If you think you’re not in sales, try stopping a child from eating a snack before dinner.

Every pitch, raise, and speaking opportunity comes down to influence. The mistake is leading with what you offer instead of the problem you solve.

You’ll learn how stories help people see themselves in your message. You’ll also discover why silence can make your words more powerful, not less.

Here's what you'll learn:

  • Why asking before telling creates better conversations, so the other person explains what matters most

  • How stories help people picture themselves succeeding, so your message feels personal and memorable

  • Why pausing after a question gives people space to think, so you don’t have to fill every silence

  • How to handle objections before they come up, so you can guide the conversation with confidence

Ask less. Listen more. Sell better.

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Laurie-Ann Murabito

Laurie-Ann Murabito

Speaking is the FASTEST way to build your business. As a public speaking coach, who works with leaders to help them write and deliver converting presentation to use as their best form of marketing and become the go to person in their industry. As a sought after professional speaker with over 25 years of speaking on leadership, personal development, and becoming a recognized authority. 2x Amazon best sellers and workbooks on the topics of leadership and emotional intelligence.

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