THRIVING VISIBILITY+
For small business owners and speakers.
Build Your Best Marketing Tool: You.
Training. Accountability. Community. Direction.
Cohort 5 dates begins in September! Get on the waitlist below:
“[You have the] ability to see the bullshit that people
hide behind...”
-Cheyanne O’Driscoll , Founder CO’ Marketing.
How many times have you been asked: “What do you do”?
This is usually followed by a pause, you saying something like “umm”, a nervous laugh and a rolling of your eyes, then another pause, and a bit of self deprecation while you apologetically stumble to describe the very thing you’ve given about 90% of your brainspace to since you started it.
Or maybe you never even put yourself into spaces where you’d be asked to talk about it. (Networking anxiety?)
It feels safer to hide. Hiding behind glossy pics of your products or using AI images. Hiding behind a million quote posts on Instagram. Hiding from networking meetings, or conferences, or zoom coffee chats.
What’s the ratio of pics of your face vs. your dog/your dinner/AI images on your Instagram or Facebook feed?
We’re afraid.
We’re afraid that we’re not good at networking (whatever that means).
We’re afraid that we’re not polished enough, or that if we post a selfie people will think we’re full of ourselves, or that we’ll look unprofessional or idiotic if we take a video of ourselves talking.
We have to put on a perfect persona or people won’t take us seriously.
We don’t even want to admit that we’re afraid (good vibes only!) because if we admit that we’re afraid, then we’re actually going to have to deal with this and… oof.
“I love the thoughtfulness and intention built into this program. I deeply appreciate the intimacy that is cultivated among the participants through Megan’s facilitation. Every session, email, and resource shared has been invaluable. I feel more equipped, guided, supported as I am newly journeying through entrepreneurship. I would highly recommend this program for anyone seeking clarity in their business journey through practical and direct coaching. It is both a gentle stretch and a firm push forward.”
- Naimah, Bhuruku, TEDx Speaker, Writer
Are You The Face Of Your Business?
I love to tell the story of one of my clients who said that the reason she didn’t have any pictures of herself on Instagram was because her face wasn’t part of her brand.
“Oh how interesting,” I said, “Why’s that?”
[crickets]
“Oh my god,” she said, “I just realized I built that into my brand to avoid being visible.”
Have you designed your branding in a way that doesn’t include you?
You Are Your Best Marketing Tool
92% of marketers say that video is an important part of their marketing strategy.
75+% of people have a fear of public speaking.
When you question why this is so hard for you, you can see that there is pressure to show up in videos, on stages, in networking events, but most of us have a lot of anxiety about it.
And you might have this anxiousness because
you don’t have a great set of tools and technique to help you.
you don’t have enough experience and practice to show up confidently.
you don’t want to act like an energized goofball like every other business owner on Instagram. (If you can’t even say “Hi I’m ______, and I do _______” on camera, you sure as shit aren’t going to dance to Kool and the Gang’s Celebration while rocking some choreographed pointing to words, nevermind even figuring out how to do that.)
You Don’t Feel Like You’re Enough.
What about this - if I were to ask you to speak at a TED conference about your business, would you:
a) Laugh then immediately cry?
b) Madly try to figure out what you could possibly say and then think of 417 other people who would be better?
c) Never return my calls?
And why? Because you don’t feel like you’re enough. You’re not confident enough. You’re not outgoing enough.
You’re not qualified enough.
Nah, that’s bullshit.
"I absolutely loved it! I was shocked at 1. The level of personal attention I got and 2. Just how in-depth everything was! Expect to be blown away by just how GOOD Megan is at every single piece of this work. Highly, highly recommend."
- Carly Eckerle-Turner, CET Writes
What you do is so important to you, and a lot of people don’t get that.
You’ve built something that you’re proud of, but you want to grow. You’ve got products or clients or speeches that are starting to reflect your values and interests, but you’re getting in your own way. You’re committed, driven and passionate…
But you’re stuck.
The world is on fire. The economy is a disaster. Groceries are double what they were a few years ago, gas is going up while stocks are going down. These have been some treacherous times for small businesses and conference budgets seem to be decreasing. But you’re brave. You want to keep going.
You want to be able to enthusiastically and confidently talk about your business…
You want to be able to get paid well for your talks…
You want to be able to make videos…
But you’re not.
Maybe you’re browsing the LinkedIn job postings, or staring off into space wondering what in the world is the right thing to do at this moment in time.
There’s never one perfect time. There is just now.
It’s times like these where my personal practices have got me through the challenges so that I could make the next small step forward.
And how do we “show up” like that? How can we be visible when everything feels compicated and impossible?
“I don’t have an extroverted personality.”
“I don’t want to be the next Jillian Harris. Or Marie Forleo. Or Celine Dion…”
Great! Have I got some good news for you: you don’t have to be.
If we are sort of introverted, getting on video can sometimes feel like we’re as big as Oprah losing her shit about charcuterie boards.
(We, of course, lose our shit about charcuterie boards. But that’s private.)
But… what if confidence isn’t the same as being extroverted? (because spoiler alert, it’s not)
What if…
What if all you had to do was be exactly who you are?
⚡ What if you could confidently get on Instagram Stories to talk about why you love your latest creation or offer?
⚡ What if you could record a welcome video for your website that helped clients understand immediately if it was a right fit?
⚡ What if you could say yes to talking about your business at the local Chamber of Commerce, or business group, or conference?
⚡ What if you could lead workshops easily, and feel good about what you were teaching?
⚡ What if you had a set of tools that helped you stay grounded, connected and focused?
⚡ What if you get get on a stage in front of 1000 people and change lives?
You’re in the right place!
Hi! I’m Megan.
I’m a speaking, visibility and confidence coach for folks who are are great at what they do, but need support letting that shine forward.
We’ll explore the root causes of your speaking/showing up fears. We’ll work on a solid system of tools and training so you know how to give a strong presentation (and recover if something goes off the rails). You’ll learn how to be visible and cultivate confidence as you are, and not as you think you “should” be.
Also, as we explore business outside of the “norms”, let’s take down the patriarchy with every step forward.
Welcome to your next stage.
Welcome to Thriving Visibility for speakers and small business owners. A program to help you be a passionate, authentic and electromagnetic presence. You want enthusiasm and excitement without the bullshit. You want to be able to express yourself on the outside, the same way you feel on the inside. You want to be yourself and not some version of yourself that you can’t possibly keep up.
You’re also curious about different ways of looking at the world, and personal/spiritual development. Tarot, astrology, manifestation, visualization, journaling, shadow work, creativity.
This program uses training, 1:1 and group coaching, masterminding and several workshops you’ll only find in this program, led by some of my favourites in the personal and spiritual growth circles.
We’re ok with “bad” vibes
And by that, I mean, we are not running away from them.
Make no mistake - this is not a “good vibes only” program. I love mindset reframes and trying to find a positive spin as much as the next person, but shadow work is integral to personal and business growth, especially in my line of work with public speaking and visibility. So there might be some challenging moments ahead as you deepen your relationship with yourself.
As Roald Dahl famously said “if you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams”. That’s a direct result of shadow work. But we can’t get to that place when there’s murky stuff like shame, guilt and embarrassment running amuck in our subconscious.
My brand of spirituality also focuses on centring the global majority and folks that are often in marginalized groups. We will not be appropriating anyone’s cultural practices [unless a person from that culture does a workshop and gives us permission].
We also recognize that people around the world are still persecuted for practicing spirituality outside of organized religion and it is a privilege to be able to do so.
“Spirituality” can be nebulous. What works for me might not work for you. That’s why this program offers several different workshops - you’ll have a bunch of new tools and practices to check out and that will help you learn about yourself .
"Megan not only gives you all the tools you need to make yourself more visible in a world where women are afraid to take up space, she also gives you the kind of support you didn't know you needed. She's part new best friend, part personal cheerleader, and all magic. Megan has the ability to help you be the best version of yourself!"
- Marisa Sandlin, Cannabis Coach
I’m Busy! What’s The Time Commitment?
1 hour a month, for the first 3 months, of private coaching with me that you schedule yourself.
4 hours a month [~2 calls/month] of group coaching and speaking training with 6 mini workshops within the first 6 months. All group calls happen on Wednesdays from 11:30am-1:30pm Eastern time (but all calls are recorded). After the training and presentations, we scale down to one group mastermind call per month.
30-60 minutes/month for the first few months to go through the workbooks, companion pieces to the training.
~5 hours/month of practising (i.e. social media posts, videos, website videos, etc.)
That’s about ~11 hours a month, or 2.75 hours/week (though you can work more if you feel inclined!)
(NB group calls and workshops will be recorded, so you can always catch up if you need to miss a call or 2)For the month where we develop your talk, you and I meet 4 times [1/week] for 60 minutes with 2 group calls, 1 of which is where we present our talks. Group calls will always be on Wednesdays within 11:30am-1:30pm, specific dates TBA or in the application form.
*** following the presentation of your talk to the group, there may be an opportunity to present your talk in a live setting, and get a high quality recording. This will be an additional cost and the event will take place in Kingston, Ontario with dates TBA.
“I joined Thriving Visibility to amplify my business’ profile in the community. As an introvert who is not comfortable in the limelight, public speaking is the stuff my nightmares are made of! It wasn’t until a recent 1:1 session with Megan that it all clicked into place: I realized that in order for my business to thrive, I need to learn how to use my voice! Public speaking is the perfect vehicle to gain the confidence to step out of my comfort zone. It is only through the process of using my voice that my business’ profile will be enhanced in a manner that is coherent with my own values.”
-Andrea Brigneti, Partner, Wilson Brigneti
Mini workshops
The mini workshops focus on personal, professional and spiritual development. These workshops come from guests who are vetted by me and people I have personal relationships with. They are well established in their field and notable for their excellence and care.
I’ve been using tarot and different modalities/practices/rituals in my business for years, and after a challenging [umm, to put it mildly] first few months of 2024, I realized that what got me through were the daily practices I had developed through the years.
Any self motivated pursuit, whether entrepreneurship or developing your speaking business, has ups and downs. You will have difficult periods, and they will be incredibly challenging. The workshops in this program are meant to give you a practice to stay focused and grounded through the challenges.
When I first started my entrepreneurial journey, one of the most surprising things was how many of the folks I admired practiced manifestation, or used tarot or oracle cards, or saw a psychic medium, or used the moon cycles to release/invite, or did shadow work, or put crystals around their computers. I slowly became aware that there were a lot [like, a lot] of folks doing this work behind the scenes, or sneaking little hints in their social media, but not necessarily having it forward facing.
The more connections I made in the world of business, the more I realized how many of us were “doing weird shit”.
When I decided to combine tarot with coaching in Arcana Pathfinder and so many folks jumped on it immediately, I realized many of us need tools to help us stay grounded, tools to keep us focused and connected to ourselves, tools to help us keep moving forward, even when the world feels like it’s on fire. These tools make it possible to talk about your business, to show up and be visible, to build confidence, and to keep expanding both as humans and business owners.
"I joined Megan's Thriving Visibility knowing that I would be encouraged to step further outside my comfort zone and put myself and my offerings out into the world... Not only have I done that, but I've also had the amazing experience getting to know the women in this group. The other women in this group have become a safe space for me, a community where I can share my struggles and my wins without worrying about feeling judged or shunned. This community along with Megan's teachings are priceless!"
- Jillian O'Keefe, Instagram Strategist
Thriving Visibility is a great fit for you if:
⚡ Your business has been operational for at least a year and you’ve got a solid foundation/understanding of business practises. (Ask me if you’re not sure!)
⚡ You want to develop your speaking career and build a powerful signature talk.
⚡ You have a good sense of your brand and who you’re marketing - you’ve done some work on this. OR you want to shift to something more aligned and “you”.
⚡ You’re ready to go for it and put yourself out there (a little, or a lot - you get to choose the speed).
⚡ You can commit ~11 hours a month to this work (see breakdown above).
⚡ You enjoy and commit to building community in small groups (in this case, a maximum of 15).
Thriving Visibility is not the ideal program for you if:
⚡ You don’t align with the following statement: “I’m committed to equality for everyone. That includes practising intersectional feminism, dismantling my own internal racism and homophobia, standing up for what I believe is right, valuing human rights and being an ethical business owner.”
⚡ You don’t have the time to commit to the program.
⚡ You don’t want to commit to the community element of the group [group calls, Discord online community, cheerleading, etc.]
⚡ It’s hard for you to be coached. (I used to find it really difficult to be coached, so I totally get it. Want to talk about this? Book a call with me.)
“Since I started working with Megan late last year, my business income has increased significantly! That's important to me, certainly. But perhaps more to the point, I feel so much better about my business. I feel more successful and I'm happier in my work. In terms of Thriving Visibility, I love the combination of 1:1 monthly coaching sessions and regular group coaching calls. Group coaching! It's such a valuable thing, when done with skill and the right mindset... and Megan knows how to make it work. If you need support to grow yourself and your business by centering yourself as the leader that you are -- do not sleep on this opportunity!”
- Jennifer Polk, From PhD to Life
Here’s how it works:
When do we meet?
For our 1:1 monthly hour long meetings, you schedule them in at a time that works for you.
For our group meetings including speaking training and mini workshops (up to 2 hours long), we meet Wednesdays (dates TBA) from 11:30am-1:30pm ET. Don’t worry if you can’t make all the call - they will be recorded. (But you should be able to come to some.) Bring your lunch!
Optional, but helpful, the group could decide to practice co-working opposite Wednesdays to the group calls so you can catch up on the training with other members of the group! (NB I won’t be present.)
As we build your talk, you and I meet 4 times (once a week, scheduled by you) to build and rehearse, with 1 group call to chat presentations or business, and a group call to present our talks to each other.
That’s 7 individual calls with me. No other program at this price point gives that much focused, individual time.
All meetings are by Zoom.
What do we focus on each month for training?
Month 1 - Physical Presence/Breathing/Calm
Month 2 - Speaking and Presentation
Month 3 - Shadow Work and Confidence
Month 4 - “Welcome to my TED Talk” (it’s the best part!)
The remainder - Live presentations, monthly mastermind call
The training will reflect the focus of each month, and will give lots of different ideas for how you can test the waters and start creating content that is meaningful, aligned, eloquently supports your business and is impactful.
What techniques are used?
We use my signature, step by step approach to speaking, visibility and confidence to give you physical presence, a strong voice and the ability to speak confidently. This includes:
Standing (Physical Presence) through Alexander Technique;
Breathing (Controlled and Deep) to maintain calm and focus and support a strong voice;
Speaking (Optimum Pitch) to engage and enhance your communication;
Reading (Text Mapping) to allow you to deliver a perfect speech, video or presentation without sounding like a robot.
Mini Workshops!
Lori Dyan aka Tarot Lori.
Bestselling author of Burn Your Shit, which sold out almost instantly and is printing a 2nd run.
You’ve seen her on The View.
You’ve read her in Vogue.
You’ve listened to her on Jann Arden’s podcast.
She does her popular full moon burning ritual on Instagram for her 18k followers.
Lori, herself a successful business owner, is going to give us an exclusive workshop focusing on how rituals can change our lives, keep us grounded, and support our big business goals, as well as keeping us from flipping out as we navigate the choppy waters known as entrepreneurship. [6 of cups anyone?]
Erika Tebbens
Erika Tebbens is a Growth Strategist & Business Consultant for visionary entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers who are looking to make their mark doing things differently –– and leave a legacy of positive impact.
Watch my IG Live with Erika.
She's also the author of You’ve Got This!: A Counterintuitive Guide to Powerful, Inevitable Changemaking.
I’ve also taken so many of her programs, and she’s become a good friend. She is truly excellent at what she does, and is often hired to give talks and workshops by such placed as the Tory Burtch Foundation and Honeybook.
If you feel stuck and confined by stale and outdated business practices but don’t know how to build the confidence to do things in a way that feels much better, she’s gonna help with that. She is THE BEST.
Colin Bedell aka @queercosmos
I have followed Colin’s work for years and he is one of the best speakers out there. And his ability to blend astrology with relational psychology is out of this world. [See what I did there?]
Colin is an artist who uses astrology as his primary medium to explore identity and relationships. As the co-founder of QueerCosmos, a comparative astrological resource for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies, Colin's work blends spirituality and scholarship with accessible, integrative content.
Well & Good Magazine recognized Colin as one of the most influential people in the wellness industry. Colin is also the weekly horoscope writer for Cosmopolitan.com and has authored three bestselling books on astrology. He appeared as an astrologer on the Discovery+ show "Written In The Stars" and has been featured on Good Morning America, New York Magazine, MTV, and The Sunday Times in the United Kingdom.
Colin is committed to teaching and practicing astrology as an art form, using symbolic language, humor, visuals, science, and dance to provide meaningful insights, vitality, and a sense of belonging to his students.
Ilona Pamplona
Human Design is a hot topic right now and we have the woman who has written a book about what it is and how to use it to help you: the incredible, beautiful soul Ilona Pamplona.
Ilona is an author, life coach, and astrology/human design educator with an M.A. in Wellness Coaching. She combines traditional coaching theories with transformative tools to help professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives find clarity and overcome limiting beliefs.
Author of This Journal is Your Mood Ring and the upcoming Human Design Made Easy, Ilona guides clients in reconnecting with their inner selves and achieving their highest potential.
I met Ilona in a business networking group for incredible humans. Right away I knew she was special and immediately bought her book This Journal is a Mood Ring. She is going to walk us through how to use HD to support your core imprint and how that shows up as a superpower in your small business.
Amy Miranda
I’ve had a couple of readings with Amy where powerful stuff has happened. “Coincidences” (or breadcrumbs as she calls them) that are so on the nose you have to laugh and go “what the fuck is happening?”
Part of Amy’s power is teaching others how to reclaim theirs, and she is going to help us develop our intuition in her Thriving Visibility mini workshop.
Amy is a Cannes Lion Awarded Executive Producer. She has produced projects for clients from Nickelodeon to Paramount Pictures, and for artists like Nathan Jurevicius and Pee-wee Herman.
She’s also an Activist, Shamanic Healing Practitioner and Published Author. Her book, and oracle deck “What We’ve Forgotten” Distributed by Simon & Schuster has been recommended by Public Enemy’s Chuck D, Sandra Ingerman, Kid Koala, Cindy Gallop, Tony Parisi, Heather Matarazzo, and Michael M. Hughes. (Imagine that dinner party!).
In her healing practice Amy conducts healing ceremonies 1:1 and in workshops with clients around the world to help remind them how to reclaim their magic and authentic power. Her wonder workshops and the retreat version of What We’ve Forgotten is described as “life changing” and brings together the cosmos and the collective.
Shulamit Ber Levtov, “The Entrepreneur’s Therapist”
Shulamit will be guiding us in a process that offers care for what's blocking action around visibility, using TAT, a simple and effective energy psychology tool that gently and easily clears stressful experiences that have left an emotional charge, block or fear.
Shulamit has been working in the field of mental health and personal growth for more than 21 years, helping hundreds of people recover their resilience after experiencing stress and trauma. She has also been an entrepreneur for more than 27 years, and in 2017, founded an award-winning holistic stress and trauma clinic in Kemptville, Ontario.
FAQs
Why do we have 1:1 and group training?
You and I meet once a month for the first few months, for an hour to check in, talk about your specific needs, work out challenges and drum up ideas.
We meet as a group about twice a month for up to 2 hours to get speaking training, give feedback, learn from each other, build relationships, do mini workshops and share our wins.
You’re held accountable for working on this stuff. (<— THIS right here is the invaluable support that a coach and a group can give. You know how many times you’ve read self help books or downloaded e-courses and half-assed them because a) it’s too hard or painful and b) you don’t have anybody saying “hey did you do what you said you were gonna do?”)
What’s the coaching style like?
I create a supportive and energetic environment so that you can get uncomfortable while feeling safe to try new things, and stretch yourself in incredible ways. I use trauma informed techniques and do my best to provide you with whatever supports you need to thrive, but you should expect to grow and stretch, and that can often feel uncomfortable.
What if I need support on days when we’re not meeting?
Ongoing access to a group forum where you’ll be able to ask questions, find support and help others by weighing in. I don’t use Facebook as it can be distracting and time sucking.
Ongoing voice note access through Voxer.
“Working with Megan is always delightful and often challenging—in that friend giving you the "Really? C'mon." face that says, "Do you buy what you're saying? 'Cause I don't." And with the same love and compassion of someone who's been there.
The lessons are short, applicable, and reusable. The methods and prompts are not based on fads or tied to specific platforms. Group meetings allow for community learning and discussion (my jam).
As a business owner with ADHD & anxiety, it's no easy feat to tame the dragons and cut the masking to get yourself out there. Megan provides insights from a place free of posturing and puffing up to be someone you're not so you can be visible and heard. She helps you sift through the BS you've been taught, leave the shoulds behind you, and provides tangible steps to coming into your own.”
- Brandy Wright, Chewmarks
EXTRAS
Homework - guided shadow questions for journaling, to help you integrate this stuff into your life, and to really get deep with yourself about what holds you back.
Essential Public Speaking Notes Workbook - a speaking guide that’s jam-packed with tips and tricks and helpful exercises to keep you prepared with a full set of tools.
Pre-recorded Controlled Breathing and Mind Focusing exercises. You will be able to access these exercises from your computer or your phone and dial them up whenever you need to get calm fast. These are going to be useful in so many ways beyond your current goals. Uncomfortable conversations, insomnia, job interviews, surprise anxiety…
Welcome to my TED Talk (Month 4) - THE ORIGINAL
This is my original idea and I’ve seen it coming up in other programs over the past few months. Mine is the only one with training from a speaking coach and from somebody who is actively involved in a local TEDx, and who has coached TEDx speakers from around the world.
You and I meet privately for an hour every week at a time that works for you, and build your personal TED-esque talk or “signature” talk.
We’ll also have 2 group calls that month, the first to talk with each other about how it’s going, the 2nd to present to each other.
You’ll write your signature talk (with me helping you brainstorm and edit), work on the performance and you’ll perform your talk live with the group.
You’ll leave with a fully fleshed out, 8-12 minute signature talk that you can use in so many different areas: marketing copy, copy for emails, videos for your social media and your website, conference speeches, introductions at business meetings… the possibilities are endless. Here’s a great example of somebody turning a portion of their talk into a reel.
You’ll present your talks to each other on a Wednesday group call at the end of the program.
You’ll have continued ongoing support through the Discord app and Voxer support.
NOTE: I’ve been the Speaker Advisor for the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020.
YOUR INVESTMENT
You’ll leave this program more confident, more comfortable being visible, and with a proven system that you can apply to videos, workshops, presentations, speeches, even just the ability to speak up and get your business out in front of people.
You’ll get high touch 1:1 coaching directly from me as well as powerful group coaching calls. You’ll have access to a permanent online group space to get support beyond the program.
You get exclusive mini workshops from some of the world’s leading figures in personal and spiritual growth.
You’ll figure out what stops you from showing up as your authentic self, and you’ll be able to work through these challenges in real-time, with support, over 4 months and beyond.
You’ll have a developed signature talk and the speaking training to deliver it powerfully.
You’ll be a confident and dynamic figurehead and spokesperson for your business.
You’ll be supported as your business expands for 10 months.
Your investment:
CAD $3300+tax
*payment plans available and once the doors open, there will be a bonus period to get even more value and begin your payment plan so it’s stretched out and affordable. Get on the waitlist!
Ready? Here’s how to get started:
Click the button below to get on the waitlist. (The application is short, but ensures it’s a good fit for all involved.)
When the enrollment window opens, you’ll have first dibs on a spot and the bonuses. I’ll send next steps, including payment options and contract.
Once your first payment and signed contract is received, I’ll send a welcome email that gives you the workbooks, any bonuses and the prerecorded exercises and any links you need to book 1:1 sessions.
We start this incredible journey together!
TESTIMONIALS
"I just want you to know how much I am enjoying the reflection questions and assignments thus far. I truly appreciate how intentional and interconnected everything is! Thank you."
- GV, Consultant
"I've never had so much engagement on a post. My audience came out of the woodwork with comments, likes and shares. I made connections with people who were on the fence about my services. I'm so thankful for the push this challenge gave me to show up and be seen in my social media game."
- Melissa Howlett, Dust & Breath with Melissa Howlett
"I had no idea how powerful the physical exercises would be on my psychological state when speaking. I’ve gained useful tools and have exercises to practice to continue my journey to becoming a confident and assertive speaker."
- Carol Ann Budd, Partner at Veritable Wealth Advisory
QUESTIONS?
Please send an email to megan@ubuskills.com.