What happens when women stop waiting for permission and start stepping onto the stage?
In this powerful conversation, Dr. Pat sits down with award-winning author, international speaker, and founder of the International Women Speakers Summit, Erica Gifford Mills, to talk about why speaking matters now more than ever.
Many leaders today are authors, podcast hosts, coaches, and entrepreneurs with powerful messages — yet too many remain unseen. Erica explains why visibility is the key to turning your voice into influence and why stages are one of the most powerful platforms for impact.
Together, they explore:

• Why having a voice isn’t the same as having visibility
• Why authors and podcast hosts need to be on stage too
• The power of putting a face to the voice and words people already know
• How speaking can amplify your message and expand your impact

Erica also shares the vision behind her new collaboration book Lead Like a Woman, bringing together powerful voices of women leading in business, entrepreneurship, and their communities.
This conversation is a call to action for women everywhere:
Your story matters.
Your voice matters.
And the world needs to see you.
If you’ve ever felt the pull to share your message on a bigger stage, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting and start leading.