Finding Your Voice with Kerrie Finch

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The best emcee in the business shares leadership and speaking tips.

'It's time. I need to stand up and help, and represent, and lead.'

Reputation and thought leadership expert (and wickedly brilliant emcee) Kerrie Finch describes to host Charlotte Otter how she realised it was time to come out of the wings and lead SheSays Amsterdam, a women's empowerment forum that welcomes men to its ranks but not its stage.

In this episode, Kerrie gives excellent advice to those who have ambitions to stand on the keynote stage and shows how emceeing is a form of leadership.

We also talk about the challenges women face in accessing leadership roles and the importance of accessibility and community.

Kerrie reflects on her own reputation, the impact of her words, and the responsibility that comes with being a leader and a public figure. She also shares insights into building a business, the importance of self-knowledge, and tips for emerging leaders.

This is a lovely conversation with a leader who owns her voice and isn't shy to help others own theirs.
Chapters
  • 00:03 Introduction to Speech Bubbles and Kerrie Finch
  • 02:37 Kerrie's Journey into Public Speaking
  • 03:56 Tips for Aspiring Keynote Speakers
  • 08:30 The Role of an emcee and Connecting with the Audience
  • 12:07 Maintaining Energy during Multi-Day Events
  • 14:58 Leadership Parallels in emceeing
  • 17:09 She Says Amsterdam and Empowering Women
  • 20:14 The Importance of Accessibility and Equal Opportunity
  • 22:50 Reputation and Responsibility
  • 28:03 Self-Knowledge and Leadership
  • 31:18 Tips for Emerging Leaders
  • 34:39 Book Recommendations
  • 37:05 What Brings Joy
6 Aug 2025 English Germany Management · Business

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