Free, every week

I write two newsletters every week. One on speaking, one on building.

Every issue is below, numbered, so you can find the one from the video.

Speaks

Speak clearly when it counts

One idea a week on speaking, presenting and handling hard questions.

Builds

Turn talks into traffic

Each week I cover how you can use AI to 10x your content and marketing.

Builds No. 148

Six Content Automations for Lead-Generating Content

Six things you already produce in a normal week, turned into content without starting from a blank page: a newsletter you read, a voice note on a walk...

Builds No. 147

Six Claude Code Skills Every Business Owner Needs

The six skills I actually run in my business, copy-paste ready: sourced research with a link behind every claim, five-perspective pressure testing, a ...

Builds No. 146

Build Your Own Portfolio Site with Claude

I paid Kajabi $2,500 a year for my portfolio, then rebuilt the same site with Claude Code for free. Steal a design brief off a site you love, answer a...

Builds No. 145

The Testimonial Engine

Collect testimonials on a page you own, keep consent clean and enforced, get a morning digest of what came in, then publish one to your live site by s...

Builds No. 144

Turn Coaching Calls Into Content

The full build for the system that mines every coaching call into structured content ideas while you sleep: the database, the Drive structure, the alw...

Builds No. 143

Automate Your Coaching Call Emails

A reminder email the morning of every coaching call and a recap the morning after, with the recording, transcript and takeaways attached. Built with t...

Builds No. 142

Make Free Videos with HyperFrames

Turn a plain-English prompt into a real motion-graphics video. No editor, no timeline, no HeyGen credits. A beginner-to-advanced tutorial with six of ...

Builds No. 141

The 3D Idea Matrix

The exact system I use to never run out of good content ideas: topic × angle × format. Copy-paste prompts that interview you about your niche and the ...

Builds No. 140

The Stanford STORM Method

Nav Toor's four copy-paste prompts that turn Claude into a PhD-level researcher: five expert perspectives, a contradiction map, a synthesis, and a sel...

Builds No. 139

Onboard Your AI to Your Job

One prompt that turns Claude Code into a personalized work assistant. It interviews you about your job, then remembers everything across every convers...

Builds No. 138

Newsletter Prompt Playbook

The exact AI prompts and workflows I use to write a weekly newsletter in half the time. Includes templates for ideation, drafting, and editing.

Builds No. 137

Knowledge Base Guide

Learn how to build a personal knowledge base that organizes your expertise and makes you a better thinker, writer, and communicator.

Builds No. 136

The Hook Decoder

10 viral hook patterns extracted from analyzing 69 talking-head videos. Each one includes the original example, a fill-in-the-blank template, and an A...

Builds No. 135

The Founder's Guide to Prompting

Get the most out of Claude Code and Codex, even if you've never written a line of code. A standalone prompting guide for non-technical founders, groun...

Builds No. 134

The Fable Prompt Pack

The exact five prompts from the video: audit your AI setup, your website, and your product, build a prototype in one pass, and get an honest strategy ...

Builds No. 133

The Content OS

The system that runs 95% of my content, built over seven months. One idea goes in and comes back as a script, an edit plan, five scheduled posts and a...

Builds No. 132

Automate ManyChat with Claude

Step-by-step instructions for automating your Instagram comment-to-DM flows with ManyChat and Claude Code for Chrome. From install to your first autom...

Builds No. 131

The Carousel Engine

The exact Claude setup I use to turn any script into a branded Instagram carousel in minutes. Brand kit, format library, and export script included: o...

Builds No. 130

Brand Voice Guide

A step-by-step framework for defining your brand voice so your content sounds unmistakably you: whether you're writing emails, scripts, or social post...

Speaks No. 129

5 Frameworks for Talking-Head Videos

The structures Preston and 102 of the top short-form creators use to make videos people actually finish. Each framework includes a memory hook, a beat...

Builds No. 128

Build Your Own Content Second Brain

Connect every script, blog, YouTube video, and Instagram reel you've ever made into one searchable Obsidian vault: then wire it into your AI scripting...

Builds No. 127

Build a Telegram Scripting Agent

The complete build for a phone-first AI agent that turns any reel into a short-form script in your voice and files it in your content tracker. From a ...

Builds No. 126

How To Vibe Edit Videos With One Prompt (Build This First)

Build your editing style into a reusable skill once, then edit dozens of clips with one prompt each instead of burning your AI usage on two one-offs.

Builds No. 125

How I Edit Videos From My Phone With Codex

Keep your videos moving while you're away from your desk, with AI doing the editing and you choosing how the final video looks.

Speaks No. 124

Find the Ideas You Want to Be Known For

Learn to speak in clips by organizing the beliefs, stories, and experiences you want people to remember.

Builds No. 123

Build Your Content Research Assistant With Codex

Give an AI agent your creator handles, then build a private research library that finds, verifies, and analyzes distinct short-form outliers.

Speaks No. 122

The First Sentence That Makes You Sound More Confident

The fastest way to sound more confident when you're put on the spot is to answer the question in your first sentence, then build from there.

Builds No. 121

The Prompt I Run Before I Plan Any Content

One prompt that finds the one person every video is for, maps the five layers of audience around them, and hands you your next five videos. Plus the m...

Speaks No. 120

The Complete 2026 Interview Prep Guide

The complete interview prep system I give clients: build a through line, map your stories with CARL, use AI to find authentic proof, ask better questi...

Builds No. 119

How I Automate 90% of My Content With CODEX [Full Setup]

The complete Codex content system I use to turn one transcript into Shorts outlines, a carousel, and a newsletter draft while keeping human review in ...

Builds No. 118

How to Ethically Steal Content

Copy from one video and it is plagiarism. Copy from many and it is research. The process behind a video that did 1.2 million views, including how to f...

Builds No. 117

Instagram Comments to Email Leads With ManyChat and Claude or ChatGPT

Two levels of my ManyChat automation. Start with the email collector GPT builds for you, then add Claude or ChatGPT to route every lead to the right o...

Speaks No. 116

5 Ways to Speak Better on Camera

Five delivery fixes I wish I knew four years ago: script the emotion, watch it back on mute, put a chair in front of you, let meaning control your pac...

Builds No. 115

4 AI Automations Running My 6-Figure Side Hustle While I Sleep

The four automations that cut my coaching business from 10 hours a week to 2: mining coaching calls into content, ManyChat lead capture, call reminder...

Builds No. 114

You Have Until July 19th To Use Fable "For Free"

Fable 5 might be the most powerful AI model ever made, and until July 19th you can run it on your existing Claude plan at no extra cost. What it is, h...

Builds No. 113

How To Write With AI Without Sounding Like AI

The exact document I paste into ChatGPT and Claude.ai so every draft they write for me strips out AI tells. Copy, install, ship.

Speaks No. 112

How to Actually Present Data Using AI in 3 Moves

Most data slides fail in the first four seconds. The fix is a 3-part framework (Layout, Attention, Narrative) that works in Claude, Gemini, or Copilot...

Speaks No. 111

How I Gave an 8-Minute Wedding Speech Without Memorizing a Single Line

Two hours of prep. No script. No teleprompter. Here's the exact process I used to plan, practice, and deliver an 8-minute wedding speech without memor...

Builds No. 110

How Non-Technical People Win In An AI-Native World

The roles aren't going away. But companies are hiring directors, not doers. A framework for non-technical professionals to build agency with AI in the...

Speaks No. 109

Your Q&A Is an Afterthought

6 Q&A techniques from Deion Sanders' speech to his Colorado team — and how to use them the next time you're standing in front of a room.

Speaks No. 108

Tension Loops for Data Presentations

The three-part structure that made a Sky News report on oil data go viral with 5 million views — and how to use it in your next presentation.

Builds No. 107

Why I'm Creating Stacking Days

The newsletter that documents what I'm actually building, not just what I'm teaching.

Builds No. 106

The $45K Wake-Up Call That Changed My Career

Career advice from someone who went from a $45K NBA job to building multiple businesses. What I'd tell my younger self.

Builds No. 105

From Zero to 650K Followers: What Actually Worked (While Keeping My Day Job)

The real story behind building a creator business on the side. No hacks. Just systems.

Builds No. 104

May 2025 Retro: I Lost $1,142 But Found My True Direction

A monthly retro on pivoting from niche coaching to building the creator business I actually want.

Builds No. 103

Self-Serve Courses Aren't Dead. They Just Need A Makeover.

My first self-serve course made $20K with terrible completion rates. Here's what I'm doing differently.

Builds No. 102

I Built My Perfect Course. Then I Saw It Destroying Me.

What a creator event taught me about the difference between building for students and building for yourself.

Builds No. 101

My 'Failed' Cohort Launch Made $7,773

I expected 30 students. Got 9. Made $7,773 profit. The real lessons were worth more than the revenue.

Builds No. 100

4 Lessons From My First $50K

2.5 years of creator lessons condensed into the four things that actually moved the needle.

Builds No. 99

Posting Every Day For 2 Years Killed My Growth

How switching from autopilot posting to tiny experiments saved my creativity and reignited my growth.

Builds No. 97

I 20X'd My Content As An Automation Newbie

How I built an AI-powered automation that transforms coaching calls into short-form scripts. No code required.

Builds No. 96

The 5-Part AI Content System Behind 800K Followers

Learn the 5-part AI content system behind 800K followers. Build your knowledge base, brand voice guide, and prompt playbooks to create content in 2-3 ...

Speaks No. 95

How I Made 10 Valuable Connections In 90 Minutes

Learn the networking mindset and framework that helped me make 10 meaningful connections in 90 minutes at AWS re:Invent. No awkwardness, no pressure.

Speaks No. 94

How to Hook Any Audience In 60 Seconds

Use this 4-step framework to hook any audience whenever you're delivering a speech or a presentation. Start with the Yes/No Question, then segue to th...

Speaks No. 93

Why Smart People Ramble (And How To Fix It)

Learn the PREPS framework to stop rambling and organize your thoughts instantly. Practice with personal questions to build clarity in high-pressure sc...

Speaks No. 92

6 Years Of No BS Communication Advice In 13 Minutes

I packed 6 years of communication advice in a 13 minute video to help you stop rambling and start speaking confidently at work. It has changed the tra...

Speaks No. 91

Why Your Stories Fall Flat

Learn the Past/Present/Future storytelling framework that turns forgettable answers into memorable moments. Real coaching examples included.

Speaks No. 90

How To Run Sales Calls That Actually Close

Learn the SPS consultative selling framework to win discovery calls & close deals. Master proven discovery call questions that convert prospects

Speaks No. 89

You're Losing 75% Of Your Audience. (Here's How To Fix It)

How to be a more effective presenter using the 4Mat framework by Dr. Bernice McCarthy. This framework helps you address the "why", "what", "how" and "...

Speaks No. 88

Why Your Brilliant Ideas Die In Meetings

Most leaders freeze when asked to explain their strategy on the spot. Learn the SAR framework to articulate strategic thinking clearly in any meeting.

Speaks No. 87

How To Stop Rambling: The 3-Part Formula

Stop rambling for good. Learn the PES framework that helped an ISA student answer tough questions in 90 seconds. No scripts, just confidence.

Speaks No. 86

The BEST Speech Formula I Found In 100 TED Talks

Discover the 5-part formula used by top TED speakers like Simon Sinek and Brené Brown. Structure memorable speeches that captivate any audience.

Speaks No. 85

3 Habits to Sound 10X Clearer

Build daily habits that transform your communication. 3 simple practices that make you 10x clearer and more influential.

Speaks No. 84

How One Student Transformed His MBA Presentation

Deliver MBA-level presentations that impress any audience. Advanced techniques used by top consultants and executives.

Speaks No. 83

ChatGPT Email Rules That Can Get You Promoted

Write emails that advance your career. Communication rules that get you noticed, respected, and promoted.

Speaks No. 82

The Smart Way to Answer Hard Questions

Answer tough questions with confidence and poise. Never get caught off guard again with these proven techniques.

Speaks No. 81

How To Build Aura At Work

Build executive presence that gets you noticed and promoted. Communication strategies that command respect and influence.

Speaks No. 80

8 Tips To Master Email Writing

Master professional email writing with proven techniques. Write messages that get responses, respect, and results.

Speaks No. 79

The 5-Step Formula to Persuade People

Master the art of persuasion at work. 5-step formula to turn resistance into agreement using proven psychology.

Speaks No. 78

I Trained My Brain To Stop Freezing When I Speak

Stop freezing when put on the spot. Brain training techniques that eliminate speaking anxiety and keep you articulate.

Speaks No. 77

How To Summarize Anything Succinctly

Master the art of summarizing complex ideas. Learn techniques to distill any topic into clear, memorable points in seconds.

Speaks No. 76

Go From Nervous Wreck To Confident Speaker

Transform from nervous speaker to confident communicator. Complete guide to overcoming speaking anxiety permanently.

Speaks No. 75

How To Actually Introduce Yourself

Make powerful self-introductions that create opportunities. Professional examples and templates that work every time.

Speaks No. 74

How To Nail Your Discovery Call

Nail discovery calls that convert prospects to clients. Proven framework for sales conversations that close.

Speaks No. 73

The 10-Day Beginner’s Guide To Master Public Speaking

Master public speaking in just 10 days. Beginner-friendly guide to confident, compelling communication.

Speaks No. 72

Stop Boring Execs With Your Updates

Give updates that executives remember and act on. Transform boring reports into engaging, impactful messages.

Speaks No. 71

You're Prepared But Still Panic—Here's Why

Stop presentation panic for good. Proven techniques to stay calm and articulate even when the stakes are high.

Speaks No. 70

How To Answer "Tell Me About Yourself"

Nail the 'Tell me about yourself' question every time. Perfect formula for interviews and networking situations.

Speaks No. 69

Want To Stop Rambling? Start Here.

Stop rambling for good. Learn proven techniques to organize thoughts quickly and speak with laser focus. See results immediately.

Speaks No. 68

What To Say When Your Mind Goes Blank

Never freeze when your mind goes blank. Recovery techniques that keep you speaking smoothly under pressure.

Speaks No. 67

How To Make Execs Remember Your Update

Improve your professional communication skills. Practical techniques with immediate impact.

Speaks No. 66

How To Lead A Tough Conversation With Leadership

Lead tough conversations with confidence and skill. Navigate conflicts with leadership while building respect.

Speaks No. 65

How To Get Your Message Across Busy Executives

Communicate confidently with senior leaders. Learn exactly what executives want to hear and how to deliver it effectively.

Speaks No. 64

Which Framework Should You Use?

Choose the perfect communication framework for any situation. Know exactly which approach works best and why.

Speaks No. 63

3 Habits Leaders Instantly Notice

3 communication habits that get you noticed by leadership. Stand out and advance your career faster.

Speaks No. 62

If Speaking Feels Hard...Read This

Make speaking feel natural and easy. Understand why it's hard and simple fixes that transform your ability.

Speaks No. 61

This Will Transform How You Explain Things

Explain complex ideas so anyone understands. Simple techniques that make you the go-to explainer on your team.

Speaks No. 60

What elite speakers do in their final 60 seconds

End presentations powerfully every time. Learn the closing techniques that drive action and leave audiences inspired.

Speaks No. 59

This Will Delete Your Speaking Fear Forever

Eliminate speaking fear permanently with proven techniques. Transform from fearful to fearless speaker today.

Speaks No. 58

So... What's Your Point?

Get to the point without rambling or losing impact. Learn to communicate concisely while keeping your message powerful.

Speaks No. 57

Stop Putting Your Team To Sleep

Stop boring your team and run meetings that energize. Transform dull updates into engaging discussions.

Speaks No. 56

Why Being "Professional" Is Hurting You

Transform your professional communication skills. Practical techniques with immediate impact.

Speaks No. 55

My Top 5 Leadership Traits

5 leadership communication traits that accelerate your career. Stand out and get promoted faster than your peers.

Speaks No. 54

How I Made 300 Sales Reps Remember One Message

Make your message stick in any audience's mind. Proven techniques to create presentations people remember forever.

Speaks No. 53

Nailing Your Interview Is Shockingly Uncomplicated

Nail any interview with this simple success guide. Communication techniques that make you the obvious choice.

Speaks No. 52

The Simple Question That Changes Everything

Transform your professional communication. Proven techniques that get results immediately.

Speaks No. 51

How To Not Ramble And Be Taken Seriously

Stop rambling and command respect in every conversation. Proven techniques to speak concisely with authority.

Speaks No. 50

You're Handling Difficult Conversations The Wrong Way

Transform difficult conversations into productive outcomes. Learn why most approaches fail and what actually works.

Speaks No. 49

How To Influence When You're Not In Charge

Influence decisions without formal authority. Communication strategies that get buy-in from anyone, anywhere.

Speaks No. 48

The Secret Behind The Best 3-Minute Presentation

Nail any 3-minute presentation with this proven structure. Make every second count and leave lasting impact.

Speaks No. 47

3 Steps To Speaking Like A Pro With Execs

Transform your professional communication. Proven techniques that get results immediately.

Speaks No. 46

Interviewing Frameworks You Should Master

Master interview communication with proven frameworks. Answer any question confidently and leave a lasting impression.

Speaks No. 45

3 Frameworks To Sound Credible And Clear

Build instant credibility when you speak. Learn the frameworks and techniques that make people trust and respect your ideas.

Speaks No. 44

The Mistake Killing Your Leadership Potential

Avoid the communication mistakes that sabotage leadership potential. Learn what great leaders do differently.

Speaks No. 43

How To Turn Your Update From Dry To Memorable

Transform boring updates into memorable moments. Learn to structure updates that executives remember and act on.

Speaks No. 42

Stop Saying These Words. They're Hurting Your Credibility.

Build instant credibility when you speak. Learn the frameworks and techniques that make people trust and respect your ideas.

Speaks No. 41

A Masterclass In Strategic Communications

Learn strategic communication techniques used by top leaders. Craft messages that influence decisions and drive real results.

Speaks No. 40

Your Message Isn't Clicking. Here's Why.

Discover why your message isn't landing and how to fix it. Simple changes that make people actually hear what you say.

Speaks No. 39

The Blueprint I Follow To Be Articulate On The Spot

Learn to articulate thoughts clearly in any situation. Simple techniques to sound polished and professional. See improvement immediately.

Speaks No. 38

Replace Your "UM's" And "AH's" With This

Eliminate um, ah, and other filler words permanently. Simple replacement strategies that make you sound confident and clear.

Speaks No. 37

4 Keys To Speaking Like A Leader In Meetings

Lead meetings that drive decisions and results. Proven techniques to command the room and keep everyone engaged.

Speaks No. 36

7 Tips To Speak Like A CEO

Speak with CEO-level authority and presence. 7 communication strategies used by successful executives. Transform your influence.

Speaks No. 35

How To Sound More Confident

Build unshakeable speaking confidence without scripts. Practical techniques to sound confident when put on the spot in meetings.

Speaks No. 34

Speak Like This To Earn Their Attention

Command attention instantly when you speak. Learn the techniques that make people stop and actually listen.

Speaks No. 33

How To Lead Meetings That Actually Matter

Lead meetings that drive decisions and results. Proven techniques to command the room and keep everyone engaged.

Speaks No. 32

Network Like a Pro in 4 Easy Steps

Network like a pro with these conversation strategies. Build meaningful connections that actually advance your career.

Speaks No. 31

The 4 Hand Gestures To Captivate Your Audience

Master the 4 hand gestures that amplify your message. Simple body language changes that make you more persuasive.

Speaks No. 30

3 Keys To Calm Your Public Speaking Nerves

Calm your speaking nerves with 3 proven methods. Feel confident and composed in any speaking situation.

Speaks No. 29

How To Prepare A Great Presentation In Under 20 Minutes

Prepare powerful presentations in just 20 minutes. Simple framework for busy managers who present to executives. No memorization needed.

Speaks No. 28

My 3-Part Guide To Crushing Your Interview

Master any interview with proven communication techniques. Answer tough questions confidently and leave a lasting impression.

Speaks No. 27

Master Executive Presence In 30 Minutes: My 3-Step Formula

Build executive presence in just 30 minutes. Fast-track formula to command respect and get noticed by leadership.

Speaks No. 26

Turn Hard Conversations Into Opportunities: My 4-Step Formula

Master difficult conversations with confidence. 4-step framework to handle tough talks professionally and turn conflict into progress.

Speaks No. 25

How To Craft A Memorable Talk In 4 Simple Steps

Create presentations people remember weeks later. Proven techniques used by top speakers to leave lasting impact.

Speaks No. 24

3 Secrets To Great Presentations Without Endless Prep

Improve your professional communication skills. Practical techniques with immediate impact.

Speaks No. 23

4 Steps To Mastering Difficult Conversations

Master difficult conversations with this 4-step guide. Turn conflict into collaboration and get the outcomes you want.

Speaks No. 22

3 Keys To Speak More Confidently And Clearly

Transform your professional communication skills. Practical techniques that deliver immediate results.

Speaks No. 21

3 Frameworks To Talk Smart On The Spot

3 proven frameworks to organize thoughts instantly when speaking. Stop rambling in meetings. Clear, practical techniques you can use today.

Speaks No. 20

How To Make A Great First Impression In Just 3 Steps

Make unforgettable first impressions in seconds. 3 simple communication changes that make people remember and respect you.

Speaks No. 19

5 Vocal Exercises to Become a More Captivating Speaker

5 vocal exercises to sound more professional and engaging. Simple techniques that improve your voice for important meetings.

Speaks No. 18

4 Ways To Calm Your Nerves Before Speaking In Public

Calm your presentation nerves with 4 proven techniques. Feel confident and composed when all eyes are on you.

Speaks No. 17

The 5-Step Formula To Network Like A Pro

Master networking conversations with this 5-step formula. Build connections that actually advance your career.

Speaks No. 16

3 Steps To Be Seen As A Leader At Work

3 communication strategies that make executives see you as a leader. Transform how you're perceived and accelerate your career.

Speaks No. 15

How To Sound Clear And Articulate

Speak with crystal clarity in any situation. Simple techniques to articulate ideas so everyone understands. See results today.

Speaks No. 14

How To Start A Speech

Hook any audience in the first 30 seconds. Proven presentation openings that capture attention and set you up for success.

Speaks No. 13

How To Sound Clear And Intelligent When You're Put On The Spot

Sound smarter in meetings and presentations. Learn what intelligent speakers do differently. Practical techniques that work instantly.

Speaks No. 12

The 3 Biggest Speaking Mistakes To Avoid

Avoid the speaking mistakes that destroy credibility. Learn what successful speakers never do and what to do instead.

Speaks No. 11

The Game I Play To Stay Calm Before Speaking

Mental games that eliminate speaking anxiety instantly. Stay calm and confident in any speaking situation.

Speaks No. 10

How To Speak So That Anyone Will Want To Listen

Learn to structure thoughts so people actually listen. Master the art of clear, compelling communication that gets results.

Speaks No. 9

The 80/20 Rule Of Impromptu Speaking

Master impromptu speaking with the 80/20 rule. Focus on what matters most for instant speaking success.

Speaks No. 8

The Framework That Helped Me Command Respect From Anyone

The communication framework that commands instant respect. Transform scattered thoughts into clear messages that influence decisions.

Speaks No. 7

4 Go-To Exercises I've Used To Sound More Articulate

Learn to articulate thoughts clearly in any situation. Simple techniques to sound polished and professional. See improvement immediately.

Speaks No. 6

Why 99% Of People Struggle To Make A Great Impression

Why most professionals fail at first impressions and how to fix it. Simple changes that make executives remember and respect you.

Speaks No. 5

How To Be Eloquent On The Spot

Learn to articulate thoughts clearly in any situation. Simple techniques to sound polished and professional. See improvement immediately.

Speaks No. 4

My Most Important Speaking Tip

Stop rambling forever with this simple technique. Learn to organize thoughts instantly and speak clearly in any situation. Works immediately.

Speaks No. 3

What Is Executive Presence? And How Do I Get It?

What is Executive Presence, and How Do I Get It?

Speaks No. 2

The Best Body Language For Effective Speaking

Master confident body language for presentations and meetings. Learn what successful speakers do differently. See results immediately.

Speaks No. 1

How To Nail Your Speech Intro

The 4-Part Intro Framework

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