When Your Message Makes Enemies

*Audio on the From Expertise to Authority podcast at* https://pod.link/1865211396 *Article at* https://substack.com/@mattydalrymple *Video at* https://www.youtube.com/@mattydalrymple Every time you step into meaningful—or controversial—territory as a speaker, you risk drawing a hostile reaction from your audience. In this solo episode of From Expertise to Authority, Matty Dalrymple shares a chapter from her book "From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker" (co-authored with Michael La Ronn) on recognizing, preparing for, and responding to hecklers—on stage and online. You'll learn:- Why hecklers are rare, and what raises your odds of encountering one- How to protect yourself emotionally and keep your composure in the moment- How to tell a heckler who just wants a reaction from one with a legitimate point buried in the outburst- Practical tactics for handling a heckler without turning it into a one-on-one standoff- What to do when a virtual audience member turns hostile- When — and how — to end a talk early if a situation escalates Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. More at mattydalrymple.com. Matty also writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage, and shares what she’s learned on THE INDY AUTHOR PODCAST. She writes nonfiction books for authors; her articles have appeared in Writer’s Digest magazine; and she is a Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors. More at theindyauthor.com. She also guides professionals in building their presence through a sideline or second act through her platform From Expertise to Authority. More at theindyauthor.com/authority. Get full access to From Expertise to Authority at mattydalrymple.substack.com/subscribe