You're on stage, giving your first TED Talk

You're on stage, giving your first TED Talk

Alejandra Copeland

Alejandra Copeland

Founder @ Ok Yes

Founder @ Ok Yes

April 8, 2025

April 8, 2025

Your voice isn't just wanted.
It's needed!

🎤 Picture this: you're on stage, giving your first TED Talk.

It's not just a talk. It's the expression of what you stand for.

Unfortunately, most people wait for permission to share their ideas.

Or worse, they wait until they're "ready."

Truth bomb: visibility doesn't come from mastery. It comes from putting yourself out there, even if you think it isn't perfect.

Visibility is a strategy, not a vibe.

The myth of "if I build it, they will come" has expired.

We live in the attention economy. So, if they don't know you, they can't buy from you, trust you, or even root for you.

Yikes!

Putting yourself out there isn't about ego. It's about access. Every post, talk, story, or opinion you share invites others to connect with you professionally and personally.

→ That's where trust is built.

→ That's where deals happen.

→ That's where your network turns into net worth.

Your ideas are your personal brand's most valuable asset.

Let's be real: personal brands built on vibes don't last. You need a core idea. Something sharp, challenging, and sticky enough that people quote you in rooms you're not in.

You're just adding noise if you can't articulate what you believe in under 10 words.

Your unique perspective is your moat: No one else has your mix of experiences, scars, successes, or way of seeing the world. Your value is irreplaceable!

The best way to nurture your network?
Share. Don't sell.

Let's talk about value some more. Too many people confuse value with giving away tips. No!

When it comes to content, value is when someone walks away thinking differently because of you.

It's when your story sparks their breakthrough. Or your insight reframes their problem.

Value comes from perspective, not perfection.

When you consistently show up with substance, your network sees you as a thought partner and not just another "service provider."

And once you earn that space in their head, you've won the long game.

Stop hiding behind "I'm not a speaker" or "I'm not good on video."

None of us started good. I know that I could not step onto a stage without a knot in my throat and a pounding heart.

All of us started somewhere. The difference between the person on stage and the one in the audience isn't talent.

It's reps. Over and over.

And by the way, you don't need a TED stage to be seen:

→ your LinkedIn posts

→ your sales calls

→ your coffee chats

They're all stages... and you never know who's watching!

TL;DR

If you want to grow your personal brand, attract better opportunities, and turn relationships into revenue, you can't be invisible.

Put yourself out there. Share your perspective. Nurture your network.

Because if you're not in the room (physically or digitally), someone else with less insight (but more confidence) will be.

Ready to get out there?

CLICK HERE to take a look at the 7 systems to make your next big keynote fireproof.👇


Your voice isn't just wanted.
It's needed!

🎤 Picture this: you're on stage, giving your first TED Talk.

It's not just a talk. It's the expression of what you stand for.

Unfortunately, most people wait for permission to share their ideas.

Or worse, they wait until they're "ready."

Truth bomb: visibility doesn't come from mastery. It comes from putting yourself out there, even if you think it isn't perfect.

Visibility is a strategy, not a vibe.

The myth of "if I build it, they will come" has expired.

We live in the attention economy. So, if they don't know you, they can't buy from you, trust you, or even root for you.

Yikes!

Putting yourself out there isn't about ego. It's about access. Every post, talk, story, or opinion you share invites others to connect with you professionally and personally.

→ That's where trust is built.

→ That's where deals happen.

→ That's where your network turns into net worth.

Your ideas are your personal brand's most valuable asset.

Let's be real: personal brands built on vibes don't last. You need a core idea. Something sharp, challenging, and sticky enough that people quote you in rooms you're not in.

You're just adding noise if you can't articulate what you believe in under 10 words.

Your unique perspective is your moat: No one else has your mix of experiences, scars, successes, or way of seeing the world. Your value is irreplaceable!

The best way to nurture your network?
Share. Don't sell.

Let's talk about value some more. Too many people confuse value with giving away tips. No!

When it comes to content, value is when someone walks away thinking differently because of you.

It's when your story sparks their breakthrough. Or your insight reframes their problem.

Value comes from perspective, not perfection.

When you consistently show up with substance, your network sees you as a thought partner and not just another "service provider."

And once you earn that space in their head, you've won the long game.

Stop hiding behind "I'm not a speaker" or "I'm not good on video."

None of us started good. I know that I could not step onto a stage without a knot in my throat and a pounding heart.

All of us started somewhere. The difference between the person on stage and the one in the audience isn't talent.

It's reps. Over and over.

And by the way, you don't need a TED stage to be seen:

→ your LinkedIn posts

→ your sales calls

→ your coffee chats

They're all stages... and you never know who's watching!

TL;DR

If you want to grow your personal brand, attract better opportunities, and turn relationships into revenue, you can't be invisible.

Put yourself out there. Share your perspective. Nurture your network.

Because if you're not in the room (physically or digitally), someone else with less insight (but more confidence) will be.

Ready to get out there?

CLICK HERE to take a look at the 7 systems to make your next big keynote fireproof.👇


Your voice isn't just wanted.
It's needed!

🎤 Picture this: you're on stage, giving your first TED Talk.

It's not just a talk. It's the expression of what you stand for.

Unfortunately, most people wait for permission to share their ideas.

Or worse, they wait until they're "ready."

Truth bomb: visibility doesn't come from mastery. It comes from putting yourself out there, even if you think it isn't perfect.

Visibility is a strategy, not a vibe.

The myth of "if I build it, they will come" has expired.

We live in the attention economy. So, if they don't know you, they can't buy from you, trust you, or even root for you.

Yikes!

Putting yourself out there isn't about ego. It's about access. Every post, talk, story, or opinion you share invites others to connect with you professionally and personally.

→ That's where trust is built.

→ That's where deals happen.

→ That's where your network turns into net worth.

Your ideas are your personal brand's most valuable asset.

Let's be real: personal brands built on vibes don't last. You need a core idea. Something sharp, challenging, and sticky enough that people quote you in rooms you're not in.

You're just adding noise if you can't articulate what you believe in under 10 words.

Your unique perspective is your moat: No one else has your mix of experiences, scars, successes, or way of seeing the world. Your value is irreplaceable!

The best way to nurture your network?
Share. Don't sell.

Let's talk about value some more. Too many people confuse value with giving away tips. No!

When it comes to content, value is when someone walks away thinking differently because of you.

It's when your story sparks their breakthrough. Or your insight reframes their problem.

Value comes from perspective, not perfection.

When you consistently show up with substance, your network sees you as a thought partner and not just another "service provider."

And once you earn that space in their head, you've won the long game.

Stop hiding behind "I'm not a speaker" or "I'm not good on video."

None of us started good. I know that I could not step onto a stage without a knot in my throat and a pounding heart.

All of us started somewhere. The difference between the person on stage and the one in the audience isn't talent.

It's reps. Over and over.

And by the way, you don't need a TED stage to be seen:

→ your LinkedIn posts

→ your sales calls

→ your coffee chats

They're all stages... and you never know who's watching!

TL;DR

If you want to grow your personal brand, attract better opportunities, and turn relationships into revenue, you can't be invisible.

Put yourself out there. Share your perspective. Nurture your network.

Because if you're not in the room (physically or digitally), someone else with less insight (but more confidence) will be.

Ready to get out there?

CLICK HERE to take a look at the 7 systems to make your next big keynote fireproof.👇


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About Ok Yes Founder, Alejandra Copeland

Alejandra Copeland cut her teeth as a visual communication expert by producing and editing video content for MTV Networks, NBC Universal, and Viacom. Since 2004, Alejandra has pushed Andromeda Productions as a premier marketing video production agency. She has created enduring client relationships with multiple Fortune 500 companies such as MasterCard and Sony Music US Latin.

Alejandra Copeland cut her teeth as a visual communication expert by producing and editing video content for MTV Networks, NBC Universal, and Viacom. Since 2004, Alejandra has pushed Andromeda Productions as a premier marketing video production agency. She has created enduring client relationships with multiple Fortune 500 companies such as MasterCard and Sony Music US Latin.

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