Dr. Lycka with Grant Baldwin

Introduction:

• Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Grant Baldwin, founder and CEO of The Speaker Lab, a platform dedicated to helping individuals build successful speaking businesses.

Grant's Journey into Speaking:

• Grant shares his journey into the world of speaking, tracing back to his time as a youth pastor and his passion for public speaking.

Developing Speaking Skills:

• Grant discusses the importance of practice and mentorship in honing speaking abilities.

Understanding the Business of Speaking:

• Dr. Lycka and Grant emphasize the significance of treating speaking as a business and the need for strategic planning and marketing.

The Speaker Success Roadmap (SPEAK):

• Grant introduces the Speaker Success Roadmap, an acronym that stands for: Select a problem to solve, Prepare your talk, Establish yourself as the expert, Acquire paid speaking gigs, and Know when to scale.

Selecting a Problem to Solve:

• Grant explains the importance of identifying a target audience and understanding the problem speakers aim to solve for them.

Preparing Your Talk:

• Dr. Lycka and Grant discuss the process of preparing speeches tailored to different formats and lengths, emphasizing adaptability and clarity of message.

Establishing Yourself as the Expert:

• Grant highlights the significance of marketing assets such as websites and demo videos in establishing credibility and trust with potential clients.

Acquiring Paid Speaking Gigs:

• Grant shares strategies for proactive outreach and effective follow-up in securing speaking engagements, stressing the importance of initiative and persistence.

Knowing When to Scale:

• Grant emphasizes the need for speakers to prioritize and integrate speaking with other aspects of their personal brand, recognizing when to expand or diversify their offerings.

Living a Fantastic Life:

• Grant reflects on the importance of prioritizing personal values and relationships alongside professional success, advocating for intentional living and clarity of vision.

Audience Advice:

• Dr. Lycka encourages listeners to define their own vision for a fantastic life and recommends exploring resources available through The Speaker Lab for those interested in pursuing speaking as a business.

Closing Remarks:

• Dr. Lycka thanks Grant Baldwin for sharing his insights and directs listeners to The Speaker Lab's website and book for further guidance on building successful speaking careers.

BIO:

As founder and CEO of The Speaker Lab, Grant Baldwin has helped thousands of people build successful and sustainable speaking businesses. Over the last 15 years Grant has become a sought after speaker, podcaster, author, and accomplished entrepreneur. Featured on the Inc. 5000 list, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and the Huffington Post, he has committed his expertise and insight to equipping others to share their meaningful message with the masses. His leadership and dedication to creating a one-of-a-kind organizational culture are evidenced by the impact of the team he leads.

Social Media:

TheSpeakerLab.com or GrantBaldwin.com. 

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-baldwin

Introduction:

• Dr. Allen Lycka introduces Jeffrey Sitcov, founder of Doors of Change, a nonprofit organization aiding homeless youth.
• Sitcov shares his passion for the project and highlights the alarming number of homeless youth in the United States.

Jeffrey Sitcov's Background:

• Sitcov discusses his journey from being a physical therapist and photographer to founding Doors of Change.
• He shares his encounters with homeless youth and his commitment to helping them.

Partnership with Iconic TV Moms:

• Sitcov talks about partnering with iconic TV moms like Eileen Graff and Michael Learned to raise awareness and support for homeless youth.

Music Industry Support:

• Sitcov recounts his experiences working with musicians like Kenny Loggins and Billy Joel to raise awareness and funds for homeless youth.
• He emphasizes the generosity of the music industry in supporting the cause.

Understanding Homelessness Among Youth:

• Sitcov explains the reasons behind youth homelessness, including family dysfunction and LGBTQ+ issues.
• He dispels myths surrounding homeless youth, such as the misconception that they choose to be homeless.

Success Stories:

• Sitcov shares inspiring success stories of homeless youth who have transformed their lives with the help of Doors of Change.
• He highlights individuals who have overcome adversity and achieved remarkable milestones, such as graduating from law school.

Community Outreach:

• Sitcov discusses the outreach efforts of Doors of Change and its impact beyond San Diego.
• He encourages listeners to support the organization's mission and join the Angel Team to make a difference.

Building Trust:

• Sitcov explains the importance of building trust with homeless youth and how Doors of Change achieves this through immediate support and personalized assistance.

Living a Fantastic Life:

• Sitcov reflects on living a fulfilling life by giving back and helping others.
• He encourages listeners to find their passion and contribute to making the world a better place.

Call to Action:

• Dr. Allen Lycka encourages listeners to support Doors of Change and make a difference in their communities.
• He invites listeners to visit the organization's website and participate in upcoming events to raise awareness about youth homelessness.

Dr. Kimberly Arcand

BIO:

Dr. Kimberly Arcand is a leading expert in astronomy visualization and has been a pioneer in 3D imaging, printing, extended reality applications and sonifications with astrophysics data from black holes to exploded stars and pulsars. She has worked for NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory since 1998.  She has authored or co-authored eight popular nonfiction books and has been recently featured on the BBC, PBS, in the Washington Post, New York Times, LA Times and other media.

Social Media:

@kimberlykowal on twitter/X & IG

Lynn Patner BIO & Social Media Links

BIO:

Lynn Patner, M.S.W is the author of the book, “The Awakened Soul, Finding the Light Within”,

MSW social worker, Transformational Life Coach, Visitation Supervisor, Group Facilitator, and a midwife for awakening souls.

Social Media:

Website: https://lynnpatner.com/index.html

Lynn Patner BIO & Social Media Links

BIO:

Lynn Patner, M.S.W is the author of the book, “The Awakened Soul, Finding the Light Within”,

MSW social worker, Transformational Life Coach, Visitation Supervisor, Group Facilitator, and a midwife for awakening souls.

Social Media:

Website: https://lynnpatner.com/index.html

Allison Guilbault 

BIO:

Allison is a Licensed Therapist, Mindset Coach and International Speaker who specializes in anxiety and self-esteem and is on a mission to help people, especially women, learn to let go of limiting beliefs and love themselves unconditionally. 

Social Media:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/anotefromyourtherapist/

Linktree

https://linktr.ee/anotefromyourtherapist

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/anotefromtherapy 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj36ggZ4W8R076VF8igpRTw 

Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-guilbault-17730065 

Twitter

https://twitter.com/atherapynote 

Tik Tok

https://www.tiktok.com/@anotefromyourtherapist 

Pintrest

https://www.pinterest.com/anotefromyourtherapist/ 

Threads

https://www.threads.net/@anotefromyourtherapist

Listen to Allison's podcast called Becoming Unstoppable

Salima Adelstein

BIO:

Salima helps people to discover and embody the deep truth of their beauty and essence through her work as a healer and teacher. She is a Murshid Murabbi Ruhi (Sufi Spiritual Guide) in the Shadhilyya Sufi tradition, a rank bestowed upon her by the Head of the Higher Sufi Council in Jerusalem and the Holy Lands.

She is the Co-president and Academic Dean for the University of Sufism and faculty member of the Institute of Spiritual Healing and The Sufi Circle, a global on-line community for members to gather, awaken their hearts and support love and peace for the world. Her heart is filled with the joy and compassion that results from living in the heart of God.

Social Media:

Sufi.net.

LinkedIn

Instagram

www.sufiuniversity.org

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