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Kim Coles: “From Comedy to Keynotes: Captivating Any Audience”
Kim Coles · Award-winning Actress and Coach
Storytelling · Authenticity · Stage Presence · Connection · Confidence
Want to build a powerful brand, captivate your audience, and create new revenue streams?
Kim Coles—published author, speaker, model, and TV personality—knows how to make every moment on stage count. From her experiences in plus-size modeling to starring in comedy, Kim reveals that speaking isn’t just about delivering a message—it’s about embodying it.
Drawing on lessons from her diverse journey, she shows how strategic body language, powerful storytelling, and creating products can extend your impact beyond the stage. Whether it’s a book, a course, or your personal brand, Kim believes great speakers are also great teachers. Her goal? To leave her audiences hanging on every word, fully connected, and knowing her message is one they need to hear.
Ready to elevate your speaking career? Let Kim show you how to make your talk unforgettable and create products that keep your audience engaged long after the applause ends.
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From Comedy to Keynotes: Captivating Any Audience
Opening & Context
Ron:
Kim, thank you for deciding to participate and share your words of wisdom during the summit. When I was considering who to invite that had a complete spectrum of experience—television, standup comedy, public speaking, authoring books—you’ve seen all the alternative stages and you’ve done it in a “boldacious” way, as you like to say.
It’d be cool to hear your perspective on how you transition in and out of those stages—and how you captivate the audience and keep their attention in different modalities. I’ll let you get into it, but can you start with the origin story for those who may not know you? (You were one of my childhood heroes, but some people may not know your origin story.)
Kim:
Thank you, and thank you for inviting me to participate. I love the work you’re doing and the platform you’re creating for speakers. I’m excited for how it’s going to grow—and happy to play with you.
Kim’s Origin Story
Kim:
I grew up as a kid in the ’70s watching great television and great entertainers—Carol Burnett, Flip Wilson, Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby—all the great storytellers and performers. Laugh-In, all those shows. I didn’t have performers in my family, but I knew I wanted to be on TV and do that thing where you make people happy.
In high school, I thought I needed something to “win friends and influence people.” I was a chubby girl and afraid of being teased, so I figured if I made them laugh with me instead of at me, I’d win friends and influence people—and it worked. I ended up being class president all four years, on the cheer squad, making people happy, walking down the hallway being “crazy Kim Coles,” not knowing I was developing a skill I’d use later.
Then plus-size modeling became a big thing. I entered a beauty pageant for plus-size women. They asked, “What’s your talent?” I said, “I don’t really have a talent.” So I made up a comedy routine about beauty pageants—and I won first runner-up. Not because I was the prettiest or most poised, but because I made fun of the thing we were in.
That night I realized: this is what I want to do. Perform, make people laugh and clap. I remember waves of love hitting me on stage. I understood I’d taken a gift I learned trying to make people like me in high school and transferred it to the stage. I’m sure I was crude and not very good—but good enough to win first runner-up. That night I discovered what I’d be doing for the rest of my life.
Standup led to acting; acting led to so much more—becoming a speaker, a published author, a publisher. I’m a fan of people looking at all the gifts and talents and genius they’ve gathered over the years and using all of it—bring it to the stage, to your audience, to develop products.
So many look outside themselves at what others are doing. In my life, time and time again, if I use what I already have and elevate it and perfect it, I can’t lose. That’s my origin—and my philosophy: use the genius you’ve already got. It’s authentic. It’s what people want to hear from you.
Morphing Between Modalities
Ron:
You went from class president to pageant contestant to writing a comedy script, then the stage, then television—public performance in many forms. Does thinking of it all as “public performance” make it easier, or do you categorize and perform differently?
Kim:
Great question. I see two common denominators:
The public. I’ve learned to tap into my instincts and intuition when standing before any audience. We’re subject matter experts; there are things we all do instinctively because we’ve done them so long.
Connection. I love being connected with the audience. That night I felt waves of love and laughter, and I realized I could have an impact. I chose to use my powers for good—to bring joy, be inspirational, and exchange love.
That informs the performance. If I’m a vessel for what I think they need to hear—or how I want them to feel—then it becomes a beautiful marriage. I do a show and I leave them with something.
Magical moments for me:
Seeing someone in the audience turn to someone else in agreement—“oh yeah, that’s right”—or laughing together. I think, “I’ve got them now.”
After a show—book signings, VIP greets—when people say, “What you said moved me.” Those moments are delicious. That’s when I know I’ve done my job.
It’s an exchange, not a monologue. The speakers who moved me create a connection so the message is felt—not just heard.
Ron:
That authenticity—being yourself—lets you focus on others and connect. People feel like, “I know someone like her.” That’s the connection.
Small Rooms vs. Big Stages
Ron:
How do you transition from a small comedy room to a large conference of 5,000? Different animal?
Kim:
It is different—and you find what’s similar. You’re really only talking to one person. You get your ideas and message into one heart and head—you’re just doing it on a larger scale.
There’s a dial-up for a 5,000-seat experience vs. a workshop. I make myself a little larger so the person in the balcony and the people in the orchestra pit get the whole experience. I’m ever-present to speak to the whole audience. I had to learn to reach all the way to the back—exaggerate movements a bit—not to be someone else, but to ensure everyone gets a piece of me.
At the same time, connect to that one person. At least one person will be moved, touched, inspired—or even disagree—and that’s okay.
Also: self-care behind the scenes. Before any talk, I need rest, I hydrate, I do what I need to be stage-ready. I tell meeting planners: when I’m done, I need a moment offstage to be quiet and gather myself. Taking care of those needs in advance lets you be fully present onstage.
Body language matters. Some performers stand in one place; my style is to move so everyone gets a taste. I want everyone to feel I’ve looked them in the eye at least once. Sometimes the lights are bright and you can’t see, but you can still make the effort to connect.
Practice, Rehearsal & Playing in the Moment
Ron:
How important was repetition—especially as a comedian and actor? People think shows are improvised.
Kim:
Practice and rehearsal are vital. I enjoy improv and being in the moment, but rehearsal and preparation give me freedom to play. I know what I’m going to say, how I want them to feel, the format, what I want to deliver—then I have wiggle room.
Example: speaking in Seattle a few days ago—I had my talk prepared. I asked the audience a question: “What’s magnificent about you?” A woman stood up, “I’m an incredible singer.” I had enough time to say, “Would you like to sing?” She left her seat, grabbed my microphone, and sang. I got to pretend to be her backup singer. A magical moment you can’t rehearse—but you can be prepared for.
Be prepared, but leave room for magic—and for things to go wrong (mics, lights). Find that balance. The best speakers feel like it’s the first time—even when you’ve heard their talk before.
Secret sauce: make an audience feel like you know who they are. I always talk to the meeting planner beforehand—what do they want their audience to take away, to feel? I’ll tweak the same topic so it feels customized.
Even if I don’t get that prep, I’ll call out something in the room: the gala chicken (always dry or surprisingly moist), the desserts, something the CEO said. Find a shared moment and let them know you experienced it too. It brings you into the room with them and makes the talk feel “just for them.”
Recovering From Mistakes (and Hecklers)
Ron:
How does a professional recover from onstage disasters—forgetting your line, mic goes out, tripping, saying the wrong thing?
Kim:
Call it what it is. Often the audience doesn’t know you’ve made a mistake—keep going and find your place. I’ve lost my place and said, “What was I going to say? Oh yeah.” I’ve even asked, “What was I saying just then?” Let them help you. They feel important. “Thank you—new best friend.” Then get back on track.
It makes you more relatable. Someone in the audience thinks, “I could never do that—what if I mess up?” Then they see you mess up and recover—they learn it’s fine.
I’ve had flop sweat on stage. I’ve tripped. I laugh at myself: “What did I just say?” Then I move on. Don’t wear satin blouses if you sweat—now you know.
Hecklers: Sometimes people’s egos pop up—they wish they were in your place. No one in the audience wants you to stop; they want the heckler to stop interrupting. Get the audience on your side and gently dispatch the heckler—make a (kind) joke about their shirt, bring them in: “What did you want to say?” Turn it into a teachable moment. See your audience as your friend. Be present—you can fix anything in the moment.
Ron:
Now that I think about it, I don’t think I’ve seen a speaker get heckled—might be a new life goal. (Joking.)
Kim:
They may not be adversarial—they think they’re helping. Acknowledge the “help,” move along, and put the focus back on you.
Following a Tough Act & Resetting the Room
Ron:
Stage presence and audience control—many speakers are thermometers, not thermostats. The crowd’s energy controls them. How do you bring that thermostat?
Kim:
Comics used to reset the room with lines like, “How about a hand for all these beautiful ladies?” I don’t advise that exact approach, but find your version of a reset.
If the room is super high: “Let’s get another hand for Ron Story—wasn’t he amazing? I learned so much. Now it’s my turn, y’all.” You acknowledge what happened, then reset to your tempo so you can take them to your high.
Manage yourself too. I’ve gone out too hyped and thought, “I won’t last 45 minutes.” Manage your energy.
Being Put On the Spot
Ron:
At NSA, I thought I didn’t have to speak—and then suddenly I was called up. How do you handle improv when someone gives you 20 minutes on the spot?
Kim:
On the way to the stage or as a mic is handed to me, I’ll jot three things I want to leave them with. Think in threes:
Something to make them laugh
Something to make them think
A reflective question to put back on them
“Thank you very much, good night.”
Sometimes afterward I realize I forgot to promote something—trust that the universe is on your side. Someone in the audience needed what you said.
Side tip: I walk in with the intention that there are two to three more opportunities in the audience—another event planner, a potential client, a collaborator. If I set that intention, it often becomes true.
Transitioning Into Speaking as a Business
Ron:
For many, speaking is a transitional career. You transitioned seamlessly from TV/comedy to speaking and now back to TV. How does someone make that transition and not drop the ball?
Kim:
Speaking became a transition because I wasn’t working enough after Living Single was canceled. Those paychecks dwindled. Speaking let me transfer my performer skills: make sure I had a message and something powerful to leave them with—and off I went.
Keys:
Find your why. I realized speaking scratched an itch: perform, connect, deliver a message.
Use your material. Many comedy bits became speaking bits when I attached a lesson.
Develop products that enhance your speaking—sell at the back of the room or digitally. Take your knowledge and offer to work more deeply. My first product was a book—a physical reminder people take home.
Treat it as a full business: speak → serve → offer the next step. Sometimes I made a fee as a speaker but much more from products.
Don’t view speaking as just a means to an end. If you’re an entrepreneur, author, or business owner, you are a speaker—the voice and face of your brand. Be reverent about the message you’re uniquely designed to deliver—someone is waiting to hear it.
Practice, Brand & Point of View
Ron:
Every good comedian has a clear point of view. As an entrepreneur, how does someone find their POV? It’s basically the brand, right?
Kim:
Yes—your POV is your brand expressed through your message and values. Audiences want to connect with you. Be the you-est you (hello, Dr. Seuss). People will immediately go, “I get who you are,” even if they don’t agree.
You can surprise people, sure—but start by knowing what you stand for and infuse that into your brand and presentation. You’ll self-select the right opportunities and deselect others. (I’m probably not getting hired to speak for the Hell’s Angels. It doesn’t fit the brand.)
I tried being a prop comic—I’m too clumsy; I’d forget the rubber chicken. I tried being a little naughty—I can’t maintain that. I learned: I just want to talk to the people.
Community matters. Practice, play, get clear on your branding message and POV. Get into communities of speakers (like SpeakerHUB). Keep dialing up your magic. The best get better by working it.
Signature Material & “Old Jokes” That Still Work
Ron:
What’s your oldest joke that still works? I ask because new speakers think they need a new speech every event—instead of a signature talk.
Kim:
It may not be my oldest, but it still lands: the seven dwarfs of menopause—“grumpy, sleepy, itchy, sweaty, … and just leave me the hell alone.” (I’ll remember the rest the moment we hang up!)
Another: dating younger men—“I don’t want an old man; you have to talk to them and chop up their little blue pills; I don’t have the time.”
Bigger point: as a performer you have your act—your set bits. Sometimes you don’t want to do them anymore, but they’re killers; they knock it out of the park. Surround those signature pieces with new content, or stretch the idea. The first time I did the menopause joke, later I added, “I like younger men” and pantomimed being fanned—building out the bit.
When I’m surprised and called up, I’ll often pull an old crowd-pleaser. I already know the rhythm and landing—it buys me breath and presence.
So yes: have core content—signature modules—and keep adding so it stays fresh for you, while feeling new for them.
Closing Thoughts & Free Resource
Kim:
If you’re called to do this, someone in the audience is meant to hear your message. Storytelling is my jam. My favorite comedians told stories and weaved in joy. I love wrapping my messages in story.
Share pieces of you.
Be authentic.
Dial it up so the audience sees themselves in you.
Stay attuned to your calling—you can improve, adjust, make it better, and make great money.
Speaking kept me afloat when television stopped. Now I’m back doing shows—I have a recurring role on a soap opera. I get to do it all. I’m excited for the speakers SpeakerHUB will serve, and I’m excited to come play with you. (Please don’t heckle me, Ron—I don’t want to fight with EJ!)
Ron:
(laughs) Your management team is taller than me; I won’t heckle. Thanks for sharing—this has been great. Any last words?
Kim:
Yes—download my freebie: “Captivating Story Igniters.” Many speakers don’t know what stories to tell. This free resource has 60+ prompts to spark new stories and help you craft more content. You’ve got your core content—now you’ll have even more. Enjoy!
Ron:
This is cool. Thanks so much, Kim. I really appreciate it.
summary
Key Lessons from Kim Coles’s Talk
Use What You Already Have
Kim emphasized that her journey started by using humor to overcome insecurity.
“If I make them laugh with me instead of at me, then I’ll win friends and influence people—and it absolutely worked.”
🎯 Lesson: Your unique life experiences and natural talents are assets. Don’t overlook them when building your speaking career.
Connection Over Perfection
The most powerful moments came from connecting authentically with her audience.
“I chose to use my powers for good—to bring joy, be inspirational, and exchange love.”
🎯 Lesson: Connection is more important than delivering a flawless talk. An audience that feels seen and included will remember you.
Every Room is a Dialogue
She reminded us speaking isn’t a one-way performance.
“It’s not just a monologue—it really is a dialogue.”
🎯 Lesson: Pay attention to the energy in the room. Your job is to create an exchange of emotion, not just deliver information.
Scaling Small Rooms to Big Stages
Kim explained how to “dial up” your presence for large audiences.
“You’re really only talking to one person—you’re just doing it on a larger scale.”
🎯 Lesson: Speak as if addressing one person, but expand your body language, energy, and presence so everyone feels included.
The Power of Rehearsal (and Freedom to Play)
Preparation gives you freedom to improvise when the unexpected happens.
“Rehearsal and preparation leave freedom for me to play.”
🎯 Lesson: Know your material so well that you can adapt when opportunities arise or things go wrong.
Mistakes = Relatability
Kim openly shared how she recovers from mistakes.
“If I mess up and laugh at myself, the audience is with me. They want me to win.”
🎯 Lesson: Don’t fear mistakes. They make you more human and relatable. A stumble can become a bonding moment.
Resetting the Room
She described how to adjust after following a powerful speaker or a high-energy set.
“Acknowledge what’s been going on and reset the room for your taste—then off you go.”
🎯 Lesson: You set the thermostat. Acknowledge the moment, then bring the audience to your energy level.
Signature Content is Gold
New speakers often think they must create fresh talks every time. Kim says otherwise.
“Have your core pieces—you perfect them because they’re crowd-pleasers—and then build around them.”
🎯 Lesson: Develop signature stories, jokes, or modules that always land. Refine and expand them over time.
Your Point of View is Your Brand
What makes you unique is how you see the world.
“Be the ‘you-est you’ so people can immediately go, ‘I get who you are.’”
🎯 Lesson: Clarity on your POV helps you attract the right gigs—and repel the wrong ones.
Speaking is a Business
Speaking isn’t just about performance—it’s also about products, services, and scalability.
“Speaking became a way to share my gifts with the audience—and the offers I had for them.”
🎯 Lesson: Pair your speaking with books, digital products, or coaching. Speaking opens the door, but products create longevity.
Action Steps for Speakers
Audit your past experiences. Write down skills, stories, or moments you can bring to the stage.
Practice connecting. Treat your next talk as a conversation—look for nods, laughter, or shared moments.
Create signature material. Identify 2–3 stories, jokes, or lessons that always resonate and refine them.
Prepare, then play. Rehearse thoroughly, but leave space for unexpected audience moments.
Plan your “resets.” Learn one or two lines you can use to reset energy after a tough act or disruption.
Turn mistakes into moments. Practice laughing at yourself and moving forward confidently.
Build your business. Pair your speaking with a book, workshop, or digital offer to increase income streams.
Clarify your POV. Define what you stand for, your values, and how you want audiences to remember you.
faq
Frequently Asked Questions from the Lesson
How did Kim Coles transition from comedy to keynote speaking?
Kim Coles transitioned naturally by bringing her storytelling, humor, and stage presence from comedy into speaking. She discovered she could combine her performance skills with motivational messages, creating talks that inspire and entertain audiences.
What can speakers learn from Kim Coles’ origin story?
Her story shows that hidden talents and life experiences—like humor she used in high school—can later become professional speaking tools. The lesson: use what you already have to build authentic connection with your audience.
Why does Kim Coles emphasize connection over perfection?
Kim believes audiences value authenticity more than a flawless performance. As she says, “I chose to use my powers for good—to bring joy and be inspirational.” This connection makes talks memorable.
How does Kim Coles handle large audiences compared to small rooms?
She advises speaking to one person at a time, while “dialing up” energy and body language so the entire room feels included. This helps her connect with both intimate groups and audiences of 5,000+.
What tips does Kim Coles give for handling mistakes or hecklers on stage?
Kim recommends calling out mistakes with humor and turning slip-ups into bonding moments. With hecklers, she suggests gently engaging or redirecting while keeping the audience on your side. “If you laugh at yourself, the audience is with you.”
How important is rehearsal in Kim Coles’ speaking style?
Very important. She prepares thoroughly, which allows her freedom to improvise. “Rehearsal and preparation leave freedom for me to play,” she says, making space for unexpected moments without losing flow.
What does Kim Coles mean by “resetting the room”?
Resetting the room means adjusting audience energy after following a high-energy act or distraction. She acknowledges the moment, then resets the pace and tone to match her message, regaining control of the audience dynamic.
Why does Kim Coles recommend developing signature stories or jokes?
She stresses that signature content creates consistency and confidence. These “crowd pleasers” can be refined and used repeatedly, while new material is layered around them to keep talks fresh.
How can entrepreneurs apply Kim Coles’ speaking advice to their brand?
Entrepreneurs can treat their point of view as their brand. Kim urges speakers to be “the you-est you” on stage, so audiences instantly connect with who you are and what you stand for, strengthening both trust and business opportunities.
How does SpeakerHUB support speakers following Kim Coles’ advice?
SpeakerHUB helps speakers put Kim’s lessons into practice by providing tools for visibility, outreach, and credibility. With features like verified leads, SpeakerPAGES, and AI tools, speakers can amplify their authentic message and book more opportunities.
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About Kim Coles - Award-Winning Actress and Speaker Coach
Kim Coles is an award-winning actress, comedian, and television personality who has captivated audiences with her infectious energy and undeniable talent. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Kim Coles quickly made her mark in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible imprint on small and big screens.
As a Coach, Kim Coles is passionate about guiding entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders on the incredible power of mining their Signature Stories and life lessons to captivate and connect with their customers, clients, and the world. Through her programs, workshops, and 1-1 consulting, Kim helps you to Broadcast Your Brilliance.
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