In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by Dr. Helena Rosengren.

With an ability to understand and translate complex scientific findings, Dr. Helena Rosengren brings a unique and dynamic perspective to the realm of holistic wellbeing. 

Her raw, real, and inspiring presentations blend scientific knowledge with practical insights, empowering participants to take action to improve their own wellbeing.

In her eye-opening big talk, “Take Back Your Power,” she explores:

• Why 40 years of increased melanoma detection hasn't saved more lives

• The hidden cost of early detection and routine screening by doctors

• When self-examination may be the best option for you

• How to make empowered decisions about your skin health rather than living in fear

Website: https://drhelenarosengren.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holisticwellbeingwithdrhelena/ 

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Today’s amazing guest, Carol Brenner applies the Bard’s timeless wisdom to today’s personal and business challenges. The plays are a roadmap for the soul’s journey home, and they demonstrate how to successfully navigate workplace change, conflict and to lead effectively. Her talks entertain, educate and empower while inspiring deep thinking and transformation. 

Trained and experienced in Montessori, public and university education with a master’s in teaching Shakespeare, Carol’s expertise covers a broad spectrum. She created a curriculum for all ages teaching 12 key superpowers found in the Shakespeare plays, helping students develop creativity, confidence, mastery and moral strength as well as better language skills. Her teaching palette also includes university courses in business and writing while her work in corporate includes content strategy and onsite training.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• The spiritual awakening that transformed her purpose in life and revealed Shakespeare's plays as a "code for living with honor"

• How she uses character analysis from Shakespeare’s plays to teach modern leadership, team building, and conflict resolution

• The importance of intellectual curiosity and doing your own research rather than accepting information at face value

• Using your influential voice to build a legacy and carry on the legacy of others

• Her current favorites: Book: Angels in My Hair, Speakers: Nick Vujicic and Jack Canfield, and Podcasts: Mel Robbins and Pam Gregory

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShakespeareGuru/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ShakespeareGuru 

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What if I told you that being smart gets you in the room, but wisdom keeps you there? 

Drawing from my experiences with high-achieving leaders across various fields—from cancer surgeons to CEOs to mayoral candidates—I share how wisdom trumps being smart in creating lasting impacts.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why being smart can make you successful, but wisdom makes you significant

• The key differences between being smart and being wise

• What it means to lead from your Buddha nature (and why it's not about religion)

• Five practical steps to cultivate wisdom-based leadership

• How the most effective speakers step onto the stage to serve their audience, not to show how brilliant they are

Plus, learn about my new book, "Being Smart is Stupid: Why Embracing Your Buddha Nature is the Secret to Great Leadership," and how to access a private Q&A with me.

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In this special bonus episode, I am taking you behind the scenes of The Art of The Big Talk, my live two-day virtual masterclass.

During these done-with-you days, I support speakers and thought leaders in becoming laser-focused on their desires and ideas. I arm them with comprehensive systems to skyrocket their impact and open doors to coveted stages. And that’s what you’ll hear in today’s episode. 

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How to keep your audience engaged and focused during an hour-long talk

• What happens at an event when there are too many speakers, and how to help your audience move past speaker fatigue 

• Being humble while also sharing extraordinary facts and accomplishments 

• Opening your talk with a powerful story that will immediately pull in your audience

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his week's guest, CB Bowman-Ottomanelli, is a renowned leadership expert, author, and CEO of the Association of Corporate Executive Coaches. She was named among the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders in Leadership, and her transformative impact on organizational leadership is widely recognized.

CB hosts the Courage to Leap & Lead Podcast. Her books include Courage to Leap & Lead: A Roadmap for Redefining Failure Into Success and Courage to Leap & Market: An Author's Roadmap to Self-Marketing Your Book.

From facing racial discrimination in corporate America to becoming a voice for change, CB shares her powerful journey of turning adversity into influence.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How racial discrimination led to her finding her voice and what compelled her to speak up

• The power of micro courage and how to take small, daily steps toward your goals

• Why courage isn't about being fearless—it's about stepping out and trusting others will be there for you

• The personal cost of fighting systemic issues and the importance of caring for yourself

• Her current favorites: Books: The Courage to Leap & Lead and Blue Ocean Strategy, Speaker: Barack Obama, and Podcast: Leap & Lead Podcast

Website: https://courage-consulting.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbbowman/ 

Substack: https://couragetoleapandlead.substack.com/t/courageous-leadership 

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What if I told you that even legendary actresses, women who've been honored by the Queen, won Oscars, and are considered living legends, still talk about fear as a constant companion?

In 2018, a documentary called "Nothing Like a Dame," featuring Dame Judi Dench, Dame Maggie Smith, Dame Eileen Atkins, and Dame Joan Plowright, revealed something profound: even the most accomplished performers in the world still grapple with fear, insecurity, and limiting beliefs.

Today, I'm sharing what this film and these legendary women have to teach us about transforming fear into power and claiming the stages you're meant for.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• Why fear doesn't disappear when you become successful, and why that's actually a good thing

• How these women's experiences relate to public speaking and leadership

• The difference between those who let fear stop them and those who transform fear into fuel

• Why there's no mold for what a speaker should be and how you can use your voice powerfully, not despite your imperfections, but because of your humanity

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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by Nikki Nardizzi.

Nikki is the author of BADASS grATTITUDE: A memoir of finding forgiveness and strength. She is also a seasoned life and mindset coach. 

From being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 12 to becoming legally blind, losing both parents, and receiving a kidney/pancreas transplant, Nikki knows firsthand the profound impact mindset has on our lives. Her personal transformation is the driving force behind her coaching, where she guides her clients in making conscious choices that will lead to success.

In her big talk, “Choosing Life By Design,” she explores:

• Reframing the things that happen to you in your life as things that happen “for” you

• How to reconnect with the confident, capable person you were before life's challenges knocked you down

• Creating your personal "recipe" for transformation using gratitude, meditation, and other practices

• Accepting support and assistance when you can't do it all yourself

Her book, BADASS grATTITUDE: A memoir of finding forgiveness and strength

Website: https://www.nikkinardizzi.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikki.gilbert.nardizzi/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikki.nardizzi/ 

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Today’s guest is Stacy Kehren Idema. Rooted in feminine and emotional intelligence, and shaped by personal experiences, Stacy empowers women to embrace radical responsibility, lead authentically, and redefine wealth beyond money.

Stacy combined her family business background with corporate expertise to create Equati, a Family Office technology that aligns values, investments, and data for smarter decisions.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• Her generational business background and how that led her to focus on bridging generational divides in family offices

• How she teaches women to consciously rewrite their wealth stories

• The way she helps people create more balanced and effective business relationships and decision-making

• Her current favorites: Book: Never Split the Difference, Speaker: Sara Blakely, and Podcasts: Billion Dollar Backstory and Masculine & Feminine Dynamics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacykehrenidema/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/equati/ 

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

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This week, we’re exploring the significant role mentorship plays in achieving career breakthroughs, leadership excellence, and becoming an influential voice.

I share personal stories from my career in dance and film, and introduce you to the mentors who have guided me to where I am today. 

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• The reason even elite performers never go it alone and what it truly means to have a mentor

• Why mentorship is crucial for identifying blind spots and pushing beyond self-imposed limitations

• How to choose the right mentor in an era of declining trust

• Where you can find a mentor to help you not only in crafting and delivering talks, but also in building a sustainable speaking business

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In today’s special bonus episode, I am taking you behind the scenes of The Art of The Big Talk, my live two-day virtual masterclass.

During these done-with-you days, I support speakers and thought leaders in becoming laser-focused on their desires and ideas. I arm them with comprehensive systems to skyrocket their impact and open doors to coveted stages. And that’s what you’ll hear in today’s episode. 

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How to create a keynote talk that is the perfect companion to your book

• Getting your audience to see themselves in what your speaking about and take action

• Knowing when or if you should use humor in your talk

• Believing you’re good enough to book big stages as a new speaker

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