It’s hard to believe that I have been doing this podcast for 10 years now! When we started, I never imagined that it would become as popular as it has and that I would have the privilege of reaching as many people as we have. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome back the King of Podcasting, John Lee Dumas!

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Building a Kick Ass Podcast with John Lee Dumas. 0:00
• John’s podcast is “On Fire”. 1:00
• Anything can happen. 5:30
• Can you monetize a podcast? 8:30
• Fortunately, not everything works. 14:30
• Batch like a baller! 17:30
• Living la vida loca in Puerto Rico. 23:00
• See you next time… 26:59

If you’ve started or been thinking about starting a podcast and could use some expert advice, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

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Let's be honest, there are some speakers out there who put on a total stage persona. They are one person when they're on the platform and a completely different person the minute they step off. But here's the real secret to making it big in this business—and you know it too: You absolutely must be your true, authentic self. Whether you're on the stage giving the keynote, coaching a client one-on-one, or running a training session, your true colors have to shine through. It's not just a nice idea; it's imperative. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am excited to welcome my client, Jennie López, to share her ideas about how to become your most authentic self on and off the stage.

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Finding Your Authentic Voice with Jennie López 0:00
• Jennie’s path to speaking 1:00
• Don’t lose yourself 5:00
• Be the best you 9:30
• Bringing it all to the stage 13:00
• Getting over stage fright 16:00
• Don’t let self-doubt slow you down 19:00
• Show them exactly who you are 23:00
• See you next time 29:22

If you want some great ideas on how to find your authentic voice to build trust, make an impact, and frankly, make the sales, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.

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Alright, let's be honest with ourselves, shall we? In this polarized world landscape, the whole concept of kindness can feel like a forgotten commodity. People are often guarded, fearing rejection or even scorn, and as a result, they're less likely to put themselves out there and show a little compassion. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I’m delighted to welcome back my friend, Shola Richards, to share some of his incredible concepts for transforming workplaces into spaces that genuinely foster kindness and compassion.

If you want some great ideas on how to create a kinder world to help build your business, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Connection & Kindness to Build Your Speaking Business 0:00
• Shola’s current business model. 1:30
• Making a necessary change. 3:00
• Kindness is intelligent. 6:00
• Kindness vs. niceness. 9:30
• Using kindness in your business. 15:00
• Transforming culture. 18:00
• Bullies and self-awareness. 21:00
• Standing up to unkindness. 23:00
• Ending: 26.57

We talk a lot about identifying and narrowing your lane at Speaker Launcher, but how narrow should you go? Just how specific do you want your offering to be? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome back my longtime friend and incredible speaker, Neen James, who is showing the world how to build the luxury lifestyle of her dreams by focusing her attention and prioritizing her niche.

If you want to learn the power of having a focused niche and how to create the lifestyle of your dreams, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Highlights you won’t want to miss

• Creating Exceptional Experiences for your Clients 0:00
• Neen’s Current Business Model 1:00
• Narrow your focus 7:00 
• Exceptional Experiences 13:30
• The 4 Luxury Mindsets 17:00
• Customize luxury & sales conversations 24:00
• Before, during & after 27:00
• The fee isn’t always just about money 31:00
• Be delightful to work with 33:00
• Ending 40:28

You know, it feels like the whole world's been turned upside down lately, doesn't it? With so much happening around us, it’s easy to feel like you're just getting tossed around in the waves. But in times of turmoil, the one thing you can always control is your mindset. So, I thought, what better time to dive into this topic than now? To help us do that, I'm absolutely thrilled to welcome back not just a former client, but a true friend, Ryan Estis.

If you could use a little bit of confidence-building and ideas to improve your mindset, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Confidence and Mindset Through Any Economy 0:00
• How 2025 is going for Ryan. 2:00
• Your book is your business card. 5:00
• Your marketing magnet. 13:00
• Smilin’ & dialin’. 18:00
• The 3 mountains. 22:00
• Getting your name out there. 28:30
• What to invest in. 31:00
• Meet AI Ryan… 36:00
• Ending 44:50

Let's face it: whether you're just starting out or have been at this for a while, we all want a long, successful speaking career. But how do you actually achieve it? How do you build a business that not only survives but thrives for decades? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am beyond thrilled to welcome my friend and former client, Michelle Ray. She is a master of longevity and has built a speaking business that has not only endured but excelled for more than 30 years. Join us as Michelle pulls back the curtain and shares her hard-won secrets to sustaining a business that has truly stood the test of time.

If you could use some great strategies on how to sustain a long-lasting career in speaking, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Strategies for Longevity in Speaking 0:00
• Michelle’s current business model. 1:00
• Where you need to focus. 2:30
• Connecting with your audience. 7:00
• It starts with you. 9:00
• Be strategic with coaching. 12:30
• Stand in your value. 14:30
• Investing in your company. 19:00
• Find your “champions”. 25:00
• Opportunity beyond the keynote. 30:00
• Ending 34:31

You know how it goes. Every speaker wants to be seen as authentic, genuine, the real deal. But let's pull back the curtain for a second. How many of you are actually brave enough to be yourselves when you're out there, or are you just playing a part, hoping to please the crowd, and totally forgetting your own well-being in the process? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I'm thrilled to have my former client, Judi Holler, join us again. Judi shares her incredible journey of self-discovery – a path that led her to completely transform her life and business. Get ready to be inspired as she reveals how she built a thriving enterprise that truly aligns with a happier, more fulfilling existence.

If you want to become a more authentic version of yourself, happier, healthier and more fulfilled, you simply can't afford to miss this episode.

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit

 https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Highlights you won't want to miss:

• From Corporate Barbie to Artistic Guide 0:00
• Judi's current path. 1:00
• Sitting in the ick. 4:00
• Rebuilding a new you. 9:30
• The real shift. 13:00
• Trust your intuition. 20:00
• A shift in audience. 26:00
• Types of Human Design. 30:00
• Protect your joy. 35:00
• Ending 43:54

So many speakers dream of it, right? Becoming an international sensation and speaking on stages worldwide. Now, not everyone reaches that level of influence, but let me tell you, it takes a whole lot of know-how and even more ambition to make it happen. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am absolutely thrilled to welcome back my good friend, David Avrin! He's here to share some of his incredible systems and brilliant ideas to help you take your speaking business to a truly global stage.

If your goal is to book those fantastic international gigs, and you're serious about learning the systems to make that a reality, then honestly, you simply can't afford to miss this episode!

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Are you speaking full-time, or are you still treating it as a side hustle? How do we know when it’s time to take the plunge and make speaking your full-time profession? Where do we find the courage or wherewithal to even start to think about giving up our “real job”? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome my past client and long-time friend, James Robbins, to discuss how he transformed his small side hustle into a thriving 6-figure business.

If you would like some great advice on what it takes to finally make the move to full-time speaking, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!

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When you're first diving into the speaking business, you know deep down it's going to take hard work and determination to build something truly remarkable. But the million-dollar question always is: How long will this take, and how in the world do I know I'm actually making headway? Well, we look for what I like to call "flashpoints." These are those exhilarating moments in your business where something truly fantastic clicks into place, and you can practically feel yourself propelled forward. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I'm thrilled to bring back my client, David Atkins, to chat all about how to spot and really savour those incredible flashpoints in your own journey.

If you want to know how to spot your own flashpoints and celebrate them, you simply can't afford to miss this episode.

For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/