Stage presence begins before you ever walk onstage—with understanding who you are and what you have to give. Drawing on more than 20,000 performances, Ric Steel explores the difference between being an act, acting, and being who you are.

He connects that inner work to the practical craft of building a show: pacing, transitions, momentum, and creating a genuine connection with the room. Whether you’re preparing for your first performance or have spent decades in the business, this talk offers ideas to make your next show better—and more authentically yours.

What your audience takes away
Ways to connect through authenticity — moving beyond an “act” to being who you are.
Principles for shaping show flow and momentum — pacing, transitions, and the rhythm of a great room.
A framework for examining and improving the next performance, whether for the stage, the pulpit, the podium, or the boardroom.

Full program and inquiry: https://bookricsteel.com/talks/mastering-yourself-to-master-the-stage/

Standard format: 45–60 minutes, typically including live music. Content, timing, and audiovisual requirements are agreed with the organizer. Virtual and in-person availability by arrangement.