Unlock Your Stage Presence, Own Your Story
Make A Scene:
Storytelling, Stage Presence, and
The Art of Being Unforgettable
in Every Spotlight
For speakers, leaders, and entrepreneurs ready to captivate any room with unforgettable stories, speeches, and stage presence.
🧡 "...completely shifted the way I show up and speak on stage"
— Lori Harder
So, are you ready to be unforgettable?
When you step up, own your voice, and deliver with presence, you change the game—for yourself and your audience.
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Why you need this book
You’re stuck delivering “meh” talks that don’t capture your full brilliance.
Your confidence wavers because the performance doesn’t match the story in your head.
You’re not getting the standing ovations (or bookings) you deserve.
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💛 "Mike is the Spielberg of the public speaking industry"
— Erin King
You have a story to tell. Whether it’s on stage, on video, or across a conference room, you know the magic that happens when someone really connects with their audience.
But maybe you feel like:
That’s exactly why I wrote this book.
I’ve spent years working with speakers, entrepreneurs & executives —
guiding them to bring their story to life through powerful delivery, unforgettable presence, and a unique voice that audiences can’t ignore.
This book is for the person who’s ready to own their message and deliver it in a way that hits like wildfire.
Are you ready?
Your Story, Elevated:
Here’s What You’ll Get
When you grab your copy, you'll discover how to:
(voice, body, energy, connection, and audience engagement) to show up as the boldest version of yourself.
like the pro who gets invited back again and again
in your stories and replace them with unforgettable moments.
BUILD A RAVING AUDIENCE
that leans in, laughs, and lives your story with you.
Unlock the 5 Stage Languages
Show up on stage and video
Identify the “boring blockers”
This book is packed with real-life examples, interactive prompts, and insider tips I’ve honed from years as a sought-after storytelling director.
"Mike has distilled the art of storytelling into a powerful guide -- essential for anyone ready to elevate their voice and presence.
Joe Russo
Hayley Podschun
“Mike's infectious energy and wisdom in Make a Scene teach you how to defy gravity and own the spotlight with brains, heart, and courage like a true star"
Emmy Award Winning Director: Arrested Development; Director: Avengers: End Game, Avengers: Infinity War, Captain America: Civil War, Captain America: The Winter Soldier; Academy Award Winning Producer: Everything Everyone All At Once
Broadway Actress: Wicked (Glinda), Hairspray (Tammy) | QVC Guest Host | Keynote Speaker
You know you’ve got a story worth telling—but you’re not sure how to bring it to life
This is for you if:
You’re tired of being forgettable on stage or on camera.
You crave the kind of presence that captivates and connects—without feeling fake.
You want practical, no-BS techniques to make your delivery magnetic.
You want a boring fill-in-the-blank framework that makes your message sound like everyone else’s.
You’re looking for fluff or surface-level performance tips.
You’re fine sticking to what’s safe and predictable.
Is This Book Your Perfect Scene Partner?
This is not for you if:
Written by a Storytelling Expert and Stage Veteran
Here’s why I’m the producer you want in your corner:
- I’ve earned over $3 million as a professional speaker and author, delivering more than 300 speeches around the world.
- I’ve trained over 5,000 speakers, helping them refine their stories, perfect their presence, and grow their speaking careers.
- As an Executive Producer at TEDx, I’ve shaped talks that leave audiences spellbound and launched ideas that continue to rack up Youtube views, paid speaking gigs for our speakers, and have been featured on TED.com.
- My client list includes industry giants and innovators—names you know and admire in public speaking, media, and publishing.
- I’ve worked with top-tier companies like Disney, Adobe, Netflix, Caesars Entertainment, Uber, and the American Cancer Society, helping them tell stories that connect with their audiences and drive results.
- Raised over $200 million in private equity funding across the hospitality, restaurant, and tech industries, mastering the art of strategic storytelling to secure major investments.
- Authored Company Culture for Dummies (Wiley, 2018) and have an upcoming book on speaking and storytelling launching in January 2025.
Working with Mike made me more compelling, more motivational, more relatable, and more myself.
Make A Scene is a refreshing guide to the art of storytelling, anchored in a keen understanding of how we learn and understand the world. A must-read for any leader looking to elevate their communication impact.
Hubert Joly
Former Best Buy CEO | SR Lecturer at Harvard Business School | Best-Selling Author, The Heart of Business
Laura Gassner Otting
ABC News Contributor | Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of Wonderhell and Limitless | 2x TEDx Speaker | #1 Mindset Coach in The World
Stop Waiting for the Perfect Story.
Start Telling It.
Ready to claim your story and captivate the room? Order now.
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