How do you start speaking as an entrepreneur—even if you’ve never done it before? Kimberly Crowe breaks down four types of stages to build your visibility and reputation:

Practice Stage – Speak for growth, learning, and experimentation.

Speak-to-Sell Stage – Share your message while inviting action.

Paid Speaking Stage – Offer exclusive content or training for a fee.

Authority Stage – Bring in experts to raise credibility and audience reach.

You don’t need a giant auditorium. Podcasts, TV, radio, Facebook Live—or your own weekly show—can all be your stage.

Kimberly shares Kara’s journey: she started on free networking stages, landed seven podcasts, then moved into web summits, her ownpodcast, and eventually launched a summit—proving that stages lead to stages.

The key? Authenticity beats perfection. Mistakes are human, stories connect, and frameworks guide you without scripts. Your knowledge and experience can be transformative to others just a step behind you.

This episode shows you how to create your own stage, share your genius, and amplify your impact—even starting from scratch.

About Kimberly Crowe: 

Kimberly Crowe is a dynamic international speaker, entrepreneur, and co-creator of Speakers Playhouse and founder of Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel. Having spoken on over 5,000 stages, including a TEDx talk in Las Vegas.  She has been recognized by Enterprise World Magazine as The “Most Inspiring Business Leaders to Watch.” Kimberly helps coaches, entrepreneurs, and speakers to elevate their visibility and amplify their message by getting on stages and grabbing the mic. Through events like Podapalooza, Keynoting Kamp, Voices of Women and The Influencers Cruise, she creates powerful spaces for individuals to connect, collaborate, and grow. Known for her motto, "If it's not fun, it's not worth doing," Kimberly brings a vibrant, engaging approach to helping others expand their reach, impact, and influence in the world.

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Brain coach Dominika Staniewicz shares how neuroscience has evolved to become practical and accessible for all. Drawing from her own journey overcoming seizures and mental health challenges through a neuroscience-based approach, she explains neurocoding—a method to rewire the brain’s default patterns into consciously chosen behaviors. Dominika highlights how these tools, once reserved for a privileged few, are now available to help anyone improve brain health, reduce anxiety, and foster better leadership through self-awareness and mental rehearsal.

Leaders face constant uncertainty, and managing their own stress is key to not passing fear onto their teams. Practical tips include making clear, focused decisions instead of juggling everything at once, and avoiding choices when anxious since it impairs brain function. Sleep is crucial—lack of it severely reduces accuracy and focus. Female leaders can especially benefit from trusting intuition—a brain function typically more evolved in women. Mixed teams perform better by combining different strengths.

Lastly, spending time in nature helps reset the brain and reduce decision fatigue, boosting clarity and calm.

True influence begins before you speak—through your presence, energy, and integrity. By training your mind to visualize successful outcomes, you program yourself to act confidently and authentically, shaping how others respond even before you say a word.

About Dominika Staniewicz:

Dominika Staniewicz, M.S., a dual-certified Elite Neuroencoding Specialist and Brain Health Coach, and the #1 Kindle New Release author of “The Magic of Dreaming Big, Acting Small, and Achieving Success.” Known as Coach D, she’s a neuroscience ninja blending brain science with high-impact strategy and magnetic charisma.

A founding member of the Neuroencoding Institute, Dominika has advised presidents, led national labor negotiations, and taught on two continents at universities. With over 5,000 hours of corporate training, she brings a depth of expertise rarely matched.

Honored as Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, she’s taken stages across Europe and the U.S., inspiring change with every word. But what truly sets her apart? Her process-first, human-centered approach to sustainable success without the fluff.

Dominika is not just a coach she’s a movement, igniting clarity, confidence, and courage in every woman she meets.

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Former NFL player Cory Procter shares how the structure and pressure of pro football shaped his mindset—and how those patterns carried overwhen he transitioned into the business of wealth management. He opens up about struggling with identity after leaving the league and how faith, discipline, and self-honesty helped him rebuild his foundation.

Cory mentions the power of clear, repeatable processes and precise communication. He shares how a mentor influenced his approach not only in wealth management but also in evaluating other professionals, emphasizing confidence that comes from well-honed systems. Cory connects leadership to accountability, teamwork, and faith in his and others’ abilities, explaining how his own growth required healing and self-awareness before leading others effectively. He values putting the right people in the right roles, making fast decisions, and cultivating motivated team members. Cory also highlights the importance of a compelling vision that aligns with each team member’s personal goals, supporting their growth beyond the business itself to foster loyalty and success.

Along the way, Cory throws in a few golden nuggets about wealth management, including the crucial importance of having a trust in place.

About Cory Procter:

Cory was born and raised in Washington State. He earned a scholarship at the University of Montana where he made the dean’s list, was an honor student, and an All-American on the football team. He went undrafted into the NFL where he played 6 years with the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, and Miami Dolphins.

After his career in the NFL he launched Pro Capital Wealth Management in Southlake, TX where his firm provides comprehensive financial planning with a focus in asset protection based on his own story of lawsuit and loss. He speaks regularly to companies, organizations, conferences, and churches on various financial topics and his faith.

Cory also serves as a board member for Majesty Outdoors. Majesty serves fatherless children and single mothers in need to develop a sense of purpose, build strong character, and discover their unique talents and abilities.

In his free time, he enjoys being outdoors hunting, fishing, and hanging at the ranch. He also loves to travel and explore new places.

Cory resides in Trophy Club, TX with his wife, Megan, who is an estate planning attorney and their three children, Grace, Hank, and Faith.

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When small business owners struggle to adapt, it’s often not just a tech issue—it’s a purpose and awareness issue. Larry Mandelberg explains that knowing what value you offer, who needs it, and how to deliver it is what truly positions you to pivot. Without clarity of purpose and vision, it’s hard to make strategic decisions under pressure.

Larry outlines key warning signs that a business is being undermined by its own success: resistance to change, duplicated work, roles shaped by personal preferences instead of organizational needs, and recurring problems that never get fully resolved. He stresses that these issues often stem from fixing symptoms, not root causes. Inconsistent treatment of clients is another red flag—one that demands clear, documented policies to ensure fairness and avoid confusion as the company grows.

As businesses grow, leaders must rely on middle management and shared vision to maintain alignment. Mandelberg presents a proven framework for sustainable growth, rooted in human behavior. He emphasizes self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and coaching as keys to unlearning habits that no longer serve.

About Larry Mandelberg:

Larry Mandelberg from Bordeaux, France, solves complex problems.

This consultant, speaker and author represents the 5th generation of his family’s business and 170 years of experience with organizational success.

Larry has launched four start-ups, led a merger, and performed a successful turnaround. (That’s evidence of six complex problems, solved.) A prolific writer, Larry has published more than 80 columns.

As a sought-after speaker, Mandelberg has delivered more than 60 business-changing keynotes and workshops. He has been a guest on television and radio programs talking about business and entrepreneurship.

His new book, Businesses Don't Fail, They Commit Suicide presents 23 years of primary research into why businesses fail from an entertaining and thought provoking perspective.

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Filmmaker and adventurer Barry Walton shares how failure became a foundation for growth—and why the stories we tell ourselves are rarely the full truth. He explores the idea that truth isn’t something we own but something we test and refine in community. From early childhood setbacks to major film projects that didn’t go as planned, Barry reflects on reframing failure, pushing through doubt, and the courage it takes to truly listen.

Barry and I dive into the nuanced tension between persistence and knowing when to pivot. We explore how decision-making isn’t always logical—it’s often guided by heart, spirit, and the deeper questions we’re willing to ask ourselves. We also touch on how language shapes perception, and why shifting our focus change everything.

Barry shares his experience filming Empty America during the 2020 lockdowns—capturing a nation in eerie stillness. From deserted highways to ghost-town cities like Vegas and NYC, the compliance was staggering. What began as a trip to the Utah desert turned into a haunting cross-country quest for truth. The silence raised questions many were too afraid to ask. Many bonded over one key factor, and that bond makes it hard to look back and question. Barry likens it to unaddressed trauma: one moment can reshape a life, especially when no one wants to revisit it.

About Barry Walton:

Barry Walton from Florida is an Emmy Award-winning producer and author whose work spans documentary, commercial, and narrative storytelling. As the founder of Endless Media, he’s spent his career bringing impactful stories to life for brands, sports franchises, and networks like FOX Sports and IPG | Mediabrands. His documentary and branded content have earned multiple industry accolades, including the Golden Matrix Award. As an author, Barry has published two books — Empty America, a haunting exploration of the U.S. during the first global pLan-demic, and his latest, The Unknown Adventurer, a deeply personal journey that explores love, God, philosophy, and life’s biggest questions. Barry’s work — whether on screen or on the page — is driven by a commitment to truth, curiosity, and storytelling that connects us to something greater.

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In this episode with Rebecca Vickers from Georgia/U.S., we dive into the art of effective delegation and its powerful role in leadership growth. They explore why delegation isn’t just about offloading tasks, but about thoughtfully assigning responsibilities that challenge and develop team members. With a focus on communication, trust, and understanding individual strengths, they reveal how leaders can create environments where people not only take ownership but thrive through intentional guidance and clear expectations.

Rebecca shares practical ways to manage up effectively, like sending concise end-of-day reports that highlight key outcomes and next steps, ensuring transparency and proactive communication. She emphasizes improving existing systems rather than waiting for change, following through on commitments, and adapting communication to fit different leadership styles. Understanding your manager’s preferences and keeping messages clear and relevant builds trust and strengthens your leadership impact. Rebecca highlights that occasionally feeling overwhelmed is normal, but with the right tools and prioritization, you can stay focused despite distractions. She stresses prioritizing tasks aligned with company goals and being proactive with your time to avoid shiny-object syndrome.

About Rebecca Vickers:

Rebecca Vickers is a dynamic professional with experience in both digital marketing and operations. As VP of Operations at FMO Media, she thrives on coaching her team, cultivating client relationships, devising successful strategies, and developing effective systems. A firm believer in empowering others, Rebecca's goal is to foster stronger leaders, cohesive teams, and well-rounded individuals. Rebecca is a proud alumna of Loyola University Maryland (B.A.), Villanova University (M.A.), and Eastern University (M.B.A.).

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What happens when love becomes a radical act of leadership? In this moving episode, Amber Mikesell from Arizona shares the soul-stirring moment that led her to walk away from a high-level executive role in pursuit of something deeper—leading from the heart. We talk about the taboos around love in business, the courage it takes to live in alignment with your soul, and how true leadership starts with inner resonance. If you've ever felt the disconnect between success on paper and meaning in your heart, this conversation is for you.

Amber introduces “heartstorming,” an approach that taps into emotion and purpose before ever touching a whiteboard for a brainstorming process. She shares how leading with heart creates buy-in, drives creativity, and sparks passion in ways traditional leadership rarely can. We also dive into the risks of leaving heart out of decision-making—and why playing it safe might actually be the bigger risk.

When the inner critic gets loud, how do we hear the quieter truth of our hearts? Amber reveals how most people operate with just 2% positive thoughts—and offers simple tools to shift that pattern. We explore how to move from self-judgment to self-compassion, why one powerful question can shift everything, and how curiosity can prevent unnecessary conflict.

About Amber Mikesell:

Amber Mikesell is a globally recognized visionary leader and educator. The Founder and Chief Lead Minister of Suivera, a multi-faith nonprofit organization igniting a global movement of heart-centered leadership, her career spans 113 countries and has impacted over 1,000,000 lives. Amber blends ancient wisdom and modern science to empower human potential. She holds advanced certifications in traditional wisdoms such as Ayurveda and TCM, and modern knowledge with a Bachelors in Interpersonal and Organization Communication and a Masters in Quantum Sciences, allowing her to speak to the science and spirituality of love as the catalyst for healing and connection.

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What if the key to tomorrow’s leaders lies in yesterday’s playtime? When S.S. (Shannon Sue) Coulter told her stepkids to go outside and play, she didn’t expect them to come back five minutes later saying, “We don’t know what to do.” That moment kicked off a 16-year mission to help families reclaim play as a vital foundation for real-life skills. In this episode, she shares how unstructured, imaginative play naturally builds leadership traits—from collaboration and negotiation to critical thinking, creativity, and confidence—and why tech is quietly robbing kids of all of it.

S.S. explains how her app helps tired parents easily inspire kids to play by offering quick, fun activity ideas that build both body and mind. By tying activities to points and rewards, she taps into kids’ natural motivation while encouraging healthy habits. She emphasizes that play fosters essential soft skills like confidence, resilience, and problem-solving, which prepare kids to show up stronger as adults—and why it’s urgent to fix what technology has taken away.

S.S. highlights how play nurtures creativity, collaboration, and self-discovery, even indoors with simple items like pillows. She also shares how her The Fassa Tails book series models leadership through animal characters.

Each story includes activities and talking points to engage kids and parents in meaningful conversations about leadership traits.

About S.S. Coulter:

S. S. Coulter is here to play—and she’s your go-to for FUN. She helps busy parents feel extraordinary about their parenting. Her children’s book series, The Fassa Tails, creative activities, and the upcoming activity app offer screen-lite, easy ways to get kids playing, imagining, and moving. Her mission: to help the next generation build balance in mind, heart, and body—and develop a healthy relationship with technology—all while simply being kids and having fun.

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Chelsea speaks candidly about the illusion of leadership and the dynamics behind power. Some rise through integrity — but many are propped up by ego, fear, or a hunger for recognition. She unpacks how people can become “yes men,” not necessarily out of malice, but from the lure of status and acceptance. We explore the deeper cost of aligning with systems that reward compliance over character. And we touch on the idea that even those dynamics can be seen through a neutral, spiritual lens.

Chelsea reminds us that fear isn’t just fed to us — it’s something we often agree to carry. She speaks powerfully about personal responsibility and the unconscious ways we opt into societal programming. From her own experience overcoming addiction, Chelsea offers rare insight into true self-leadership — and how transmuting fear can radically shift our lives. She also shares what drew her to facilitating psychedelic experiences — not as an escape, but as a tool for integration, clarity, and authentic transformation. Sometimes deep shifts happen more easily when we allow playfulness and presence. So we’re not suggesting a specific path — just inviting curiosity about what’s possible.

About Chelsea Goucher

Chelsea Goucher from Tennessee is an intuitive coach and psychedelic facilitator interested in the intersection of consciousness expansion with personal development and collective evolution. A former corporate saleswoman who left her career to pursue Truth and a felt mission to liberate others, Chelsea is committed to the free exploration of ideas, non-hierarchical community, and assisting her clients to expand their perception of Self and become happier and more fulfilled individuals. Chelsea also teaches yoga, enjoys the performance arts, and is an open book on her experiences of overcoming addiction, co-dependency, and abusive relationships.

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Stefanie Carlstedt from Nebraska shares how moving away from cookie-cutter leadership transformed her approach to managing teams. She explains why understanding individual differences—through tools like Human Design—can shift team dynamics, reduce burnout, and improve results. You’ll hear how recognizing the different types – Manifestors, Generators, Manifesting Generators, Projectors, and Reflectors – can shape better roles, workflows, and communication. Stefanie also breaks down how decision-making styles vary by design and why honoring those differences matters for leaders and teams alike.

We explore how Human Design can support team growth and individual development. Stef shares how understanding your own design helps you lead more effectively—without trying to be someone you’re not. Stefanie unpacks how energy alignment influences leadership presence, and how self-awareness can prevent common leadership traps. You’ll hear practical examples of how honoring design differences fosters trust and smoother collaboration, and leads to smarter delegation.

About Stefanie (Stef) Carlstedt:

Stefanie from Nebraska helps individuals, leaders, and teams stop swimming upstream and start living in alignment with how they’re uniquely wired.

Blending practical coaching with energetic clarity, she guides people back to who they truly are—before the world told them who to be.

Whether she’s breaking down Human Design myths, decoding relationships, or uncovering the root of burnout, Stefanie delivers grounded insight and real-world tools that create peace, purpose, and momentum.

She’s supported parents, entrepreneurs, and teams alike—and has been featured on the top 50 podcast Women Inspiring Women. Stefanie’s calm, clear approach helps people feel seen, safe, and ready to reclaim their energy purpose.

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