How do you transform pain and struggle into purpose and leadership? Today, I sit down with Carl Michel, also known as the Young Exekutive, who shares how he turned hip hop culture into a movement of positivity, leadership, and empowerment, inspiring kids and adults alike to find their voice and purpose. 

Carl shares his path from selling books to taking the TEDx stage and beyond, teaching us the importance of faith, vulnerability, and showing up authentically even when it’s hard. He explains why your story, especially the parts you might be ashamed of, is exactly what someone else needs to hear for transformation.

So, don’t wait to start sharing your voice with the world — your past struggles and lessons could change lives. Tune in now, and let Carl’s story motivate you to take that next step toward your own powerful legacy.

“Success is on the opposite side of your comfort zone.” ~ Carl Michel

In this Episode:

- Meet young executive Carl Michel

- Carl’s most impactful moments with students

- Building a movement from hip hop to social emotional learning (SEL)

- The power of mentorship

14:31 Strategies for keeping the youth engaged

- Why sharing your story is important in public speaking

- How to overcome fear and judgment 

- Carl’s TEDx experience and choice of style

- Carl’s future speaking goals and target audience

- How to prepare and practice for a keynote speech

- Final words of wisdom and contact information

About Carl Michel

Carl Michel is an international speaker, best-selling author, philanthropist, mentor, and entrepreneur dedicated to empowering youth through transformative storytelling and mentorship. He was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and raised in an underprivileged area of Stamford, Connecticut.

As the executive producer of The Youth Empowerment Show, Carl uses his platform to deliver messages of hope and resilience. His book, 365 Hip-Hop: Daily Motivational Quotes, became a #1 Amazon bestseller in three categories, blending the motivational power of hip-hop with daily affirmations. 

Website: https://youngexekutive.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlmichel-yes 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXNl8Lsvm0uLCnS-pmniF6A  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngexekutive/ 

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