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A skillful and strategic pitch can land you an interview, new job, promotion, or help you close that next deal. Pitching is a life skill, rooted in the art of communications that can bring you success in business and life. Technology has advanced the way we communicate with each other providing convenience, speed and more reach, but the true art of communications is often sacrificed in the process. “The Pitch” will provide a daily skill to help you improve getting your message across more effectively using today’s technology combined with classic communications techniques from Amy Summers, founder of Pitch Publicity, who has more than 20 years experience in the field of public relations as a communications expert and high-performance achiever with a proven track record of pitching success. Amy Summers became an entrepreneur in her mid-20s launching Pitch Publicity in 2003. Her campaigns have resulted in billions of media impressions and she’s credited as the first to strategize live interviews at the deepest and highest points of the planet (Aquarius, scientific laboratory, 63 feet beneath the sea and Mount Everest summit, 21,000 feet above sea level). With her 20+ year career experience and one-on-one mentorship leadership, she launched “The Pitch with Amy Summers,” flash briefing in 2018, which then led to the launch of her second company, INICIVOX in 2020, to bridge the gap between book knowledge and real-world application while improving soft skills centered on the complexity of communications. Summers earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida, consistently ranked as one of the top schools for Public Relations in the nation. She serves on the national board of directors of the University of Florida Alumni Association and the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Public Relations Advisory Council where she also serves as an adjunct lecturer, virtually instructing the first paperless, smart voice course called, “Pitching Persuasion.” Summers works and lives in the heart of New York City. For a more in-depth course study of “The Pitch” visit www.INICIVOX.com to subscribe.

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    Encore Episode 620 - Participate Before Planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 2:14


    Don't lose sight of the participant's perspective. Learn how to observe and attend before diving into the production. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 505 - NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, don't start with NO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 1:50


    Directness is good, except in these situations. Learn how to soften the blow before you begin with “no. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 532 - Can The Canned Response

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 3:01


    With advertising you talk at them, but with social media you talk with them. Learn how to actively be part of the conversation before social distancing sets in. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 645 - Curiosity Moves Aggravation To Innovation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 1:52


    To be an entrepreneur you must do this. Learn how to open yourself up to new opportunities. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 602 - Dodge Recycled Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 2:15


    Don't let someone reuse you. Learn how to lead the conversation of your own personal identity. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 728 - Bring Thoughtful Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 2:08


    Do you have any questions? Learn how to ask questions that will help your position. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 787 - Get Your Mind Off The Bone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 2:52


    It's hard to get her mind off softballs and skateboards, but we are working on it. Learn how to make a mental shift to avoid being too intense. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 726 - Know The Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 2:34


    You are not invested if you don't do this. Learn how to do your research before you meet. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 571 - Before Action, RACE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 3:33


    Proceeding with an approach based on your personal assumptions or perceptions is a classic mistake. Learn how to apply the RACE formula to your next communications outreach. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 588 - Go With What You Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 4:52


    When I was in college I made a D+ in this course then pursued it after graduation. Learn how to follow your true talents instead of forging ahead with convention. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 595 - Create An Experiment Lane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 3:18


    Are you stuck in career gridlock? Learn how to shift gears and create or collaborate outside of your workday routine. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 610 - Don't Let Labels Limit Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 2:52


    Isabel Wilkerson frames her findings in caste to make the uncomfortable more relatable. Learn how to stop resisting words that don't resonate with you to expand knowledge and empathy. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 650 - Embrace Training at Any Stage or Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 3:38


    The more coaching you get, the better athlete you become. Learn how to remain in a constant state of professional learning. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 573 - Understanding Syncs PR and Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 4:33


    A lack of knowledge and appreciation of one's value creates potential conflict. Learn how to stay in sync with other people and disciplines before you blindly demand or force an outcome that was never meant to be. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 574 - Analysis Paralysis Quick Fix

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 1:48


    Suffering from information overload? Learn how to get unstuck from the research step. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 566 - Lean In And Learn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 2:43


    Mistakes are the ultimate learning tool. Learn how to avoid beating yourself up by making a conscious choice to lean in and learn. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 554 - In Success or Stress Find Your Drishti

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 2:57


    Don't drop your guard. Learn how to find a point of focus to avoid a tumble and fall. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 348 - Take A Pit Stop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 2:33


    If Rascal Flatts can run himself into the dirt, we all can. Learn when to pull over and take a much needed break. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 277 - Verbalize Important Events To Your Inner Circle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 2:43


    Call me if you care before uploading that sonogram pic. Learn how to avoid losing a relationship over a major life announcement. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 288 - Substitute Slander With Celebration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 2:08


    There are often two sides to every story. Learn how to be truthful without hurting another person. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 306 - Escaping Manipulation Traps

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 2:00


    It comes in many forms and is hard to identify, especially if it's sugarcoated. Learn how to respond to verbal daggers without getting trapped in someone's self-serving plan. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 405 - Pen Your Personal Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 2:28


    Your career will ultimately not fulfill you. Learn how to stay focused on your higher calling. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 369 - Heed To A Higher Calling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 2:43


    Are you in a calling or a career? Learn how to block the career chatter and listen to the calling of your heart. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 491 - Don't Let Credit Get In The Way Of Cause

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 7:02


    Organic Natural Health got their response from Amazon in an unexpected way. Learn how to leverage and move forward a cause without credit. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 366 - What If First Then Do Something

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 4:46


    Serial entrepreneur Anthony Zolezzi challenged me on this. Learn how to innovate a new idea with limitless possibilities. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 396 - Change Your Climate Condition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 2:34


    Before you save the planet, perhaps you should save yourself. Learn how to make one small change in your environment that will have a huge impact on your future forecast. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 390 - Pour Instead Of Store

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 2:51


    If I had limitless wealth, I would only do one thing differently. Learn how to invest in people for the greatest return. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 264 - Just Be There

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 2:45


    If love was money, then I was the richest girl in town. Learn how to change your mindset from cash rich to relationship rich. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 299 - More Communication Builds Trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 2:19


    Don't wait for the other shoe to drop. Learn how to be direct, honest and sincere to proactively fix a close relationship. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 381 - Fear, Threats And Money Limit Potential

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 2:55


    Praise is 100% free. Learn how to motivate your team without a deceptive scheme. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 301 - He's A Keeper

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 2:51


    I'd always catch the first fish without even trying. Learn how to measure and evaluate your current relationship investment before you toss it away. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 351 - Round Up The Rubble To Lay A New Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 2:08


    We shouldn't dwell on the past, but we can learn from it. Learn how to use a rocky past to build a more stable future. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 383 - Remove Compliments And Criticism From Head And Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 2:00


    If someone criticizes me it goes straight to my heart. Learn how to recognize before you internalize. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 281 - Know What To Own

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 4:11


    There's a fine line with accountability that you do not want to cross. Learn how to research and regroup before you respond. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 389 - Outperform, Outlast, Outgood Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 2:22


    Sharing trade secrets doesn't concern me. Learn how to maintain confidence despite the threat of competition. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 255 - When it's Not Just Joking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 2:39


    I'm not laughing; are you? Learn how to protect yourself against this covert communication tactic. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 295 - Surround Yourself With Who You Want To Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 2:16


    What if I told you that you could be one relationship away from who you want to be? Learn how to change who you are by the company you keep. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 375 - Perils of People Praise With Personal Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 2:45


    If you are dependent on praise from people, you'll eventually die from lack of it. Learn how to reclaim your personal mission. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 362 - Start With The Who Before The Do

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 2:32


    Do you want to go bar hopping tonight? Learn how to become the person you want to be, not the person others want you to be. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 365 - Rest Assured In The Rerouting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 3:48


    If you aren't failing, it's a sign that you are playing it way too safe. Learn how to get back in the fast lane towards success after making a wrong turn. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 449 - Minimize Mistakes By Simply Slowing Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 2:03


    One error could have huge implications. Learn how to take one slow step at a time. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 283 - Share Weakness To Develop A Stronger Bond

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 3:38


    You don't have to be a superhero everyday. Learn how to create more connection out of vulnerability. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 373 - Discipline Drives Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 1:52


    You don't have to be the most skilled or talented at something, you just have to show up. Learn how to find a routine that fosters success. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 422 - Name Your No. 1 Priority

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 1:51


    If you name it, you can stay more focused on what matters most. Learn how to frequently re-prioritize to achieve the goal. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 470 - Serve Up Old Work In A New Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 2:45


    This is the only time I recommend looking back. Learn how to remix old content for new attention. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 472 - Remove Recycled Energy and Info From Heart and Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 1:34


    What emotions and thoughts are getting the best of you? Learn how to center yourself back to truth. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 436 - Be Still

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 2:18


    Do you have a busy brain? Learn how to efficiently reboot for a sharper focus. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 346 - Rejection is Opinion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 2:28


    In retrospect, I'm so glad no one wanted to hire me. Learn how to rewrite rejections as opinions. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 402 - Slight Adjustments Give You Game

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 1:53


    If this works on the golf course, then it will work in the office. Learn how to turn a slow week into a successful one with an adjusted approach. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 344 - Limited Resources Lead To Innovation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 2:34


    My company didn't even have a name for the first six months. Learn how to capitalize on the basics to build something great. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

    Encore Episode 384 - Steer Clear Of Swoop and Poop

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 2:23


    Do you manage like a seagull? Learn how to avoid making a mess of things that you don't really have time to fix. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

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