Antoniette Roze welcomes Speaker and Author Blaine Bartlett on the SPEAKPact podcast. The duo discusses the integral role of relationship and connection in creating impactful presentations, emphasizing authenticity's contribution to success. Bartlett also shares personal stories that shaped his perspective and evolution in business - shifting from corporate consulting to public speaking and adopting "compassionate capitalism". Furthermore, he differentiates between conscious capitalism which recognizes connections and compassionate capitalism, which creates an experiential understanding of these connections. This episode unpacks how a speaker's acknowledgment of their own uniqueness coupled with the capacity to continuously start anew can lead to a sustained successful career.

00:00 Introduction to the SPEAKPact Podcast

00:53 Guest Introduction: Blaine Bartlett

01:18 Exploring Compassionate Capitalism

01:30 The Soul of Business

02:52 Blaine's Journey and Influences

07:43 The Importance of Relationships in Business

09:22 The Impact of Relationships on Success

13:36 The Concept of Authenticity in Leadership

19:43 The Role of Authenticity in Public Speaking

27:05 Understanding and Managing Perceptions

31:27 Embracing Individuality and Spirituality

32:32 Understanding Consciousness and Its Role in Our Lives

33:22 The Journey of Human Life: From Idea to Physical Manifestation

34:38 The Power of Authenticity in Branding

35:27 The Importance of Embracing Our Unique Brand

35:59 The Struggles and Successes of Public Speaking

36:43 The Power of Vulnerability and Authenticity in Public Speaking

36:57 The Importance of Walking Your Own Path

37:35 The Power of Uniqueness in Writing and Speaking

41:39 Understanding Compassionate Capitalism

44:45 The Role of Business in Society and the Importance of Conscious Decision Making

47:00 The Importance of Connection and Community in Public Speaking

49:20 The Power of Commitment and the Journey of Personal Growth

51:38 The Power of Personal Commitment in Achieving Success

56:33 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

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