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What happens when entrepreneurship, parenthood, and powerful communication collide?

In this episode of Speaking With Confidence, Tim sits down with Devan Gonzalez, fitness industry leader, coach, and proud girl dad, to explore how mastering communication skills can transform not just your business, but every relationship in your life.

Devan shares how he stopped compartmentalizing his life and started blending his roles as a father, husband, and entrepreneur, using communication as the bridge between personal fulfillment and professional development. From navigating the emotional terrain of family dynamics to building a thriving team at Strive 11 Fitness, Devan reveals how communication shapes success on every level.

You’ll hear:

• Why vulnerability is a strength in both business and parenting
• How understanding different communication styles leads to deeper connection
• Devan’s unique multi-step hiring process that evaluates interpersonal skills—not just résumés
• The real talk about imposter syndrome and how Devan pushes past fear using the five-second rule
• How storytelling, especially the "ordinary" kind, can be your most powerful public speaking tool
• Why gratitude communicates more effectively than apology

Whether you're leading a team, raising a family, or learning to speak up in a room full of strangers, this episode will equip you with tools to become a more powerful communicator and break through the barriers holding you back.

Tune in to discover how effective communication isn’t just a soft skill—it’s your superpower.

Takeaways:

• Public speaking starts with personal storytelling
• Vulnerability deepens trust—professionally and personally
• Communication styles differ, and adapting is key
• Imposter syndrome is real—but action beats fear
• Coaching and leadership require both confidence and compassion
• Sharing your story helps others find their voice
• You can't inspire others if you stay silent

Connect with Devan 

📘 Grab your free copy of The Top 21 Challenges for Public Speakers and How to Overcome Them at TimNewmanSpeaks.com and take the first step toward becoming a more confident communicator.

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