The art of public speaking with authentic and meaningful storytelling can change and even save a life. Learn how to get up on a big stage and share your important message through the lens of award winning director, Tricia Brouk. She shares her personal experience of being on big stages all over the world and interviews people who talk for a living and gets them to reveal their secrets on how to become a successful public speaker and have lasting legacy. Tricia has put thousands of speakers o ...
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The Courageous Leaders Club podcast aims to inspire leaders to step into their courageous zone, be the leader they know they can be and discover the mindset skills and behaviours to take their leadership to the next level. So listen in, get inspired on how you can grow your leadership impact. Leave a legacy you can be proud of, and build an environment for future leaders to thrive. Who is Joanna Howes? Joanna Howes is an award-winning international coach, behavioural expert, specialising in ...
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As, an Author, Speaker and Life Coach I believe in sharing my real life stories and experiences on what it really takes to achieve success. There are too many amazing people out there giving up to soon on their dreams. Our mission is to help encourage, support, and inspire you to stay persistent, keep taking action and believe in your dreams. Our experts are getting real, vulnerable and being openly honest with you about what exactly they experienced and what it takes to achieve success and ...
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Snoring is No Joke with Dr. Roberta Garceau (The Big Talk Live)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk given by Dr. Roberta Garceau at The Big Talk Live. Roberta is a speaker and dentist with a passion for creating possibilities and enhancing lives, one smile at a time. She owns the Great New Smile dental practice in Windsor, Connecticut. When she’s not at the office or taking a big stage, she p…
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127: Tricia Brouk: The Power of Your Voice in Leadership
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Tricia Brouk is an international award-winning director, bestselling author, executive producer, and founder of The Big Talk Academy. Tricia shares the significance of using one's voice courageously, overcoming common fears, and the incredible ripple effects of kindness even in the smallest interactions As an expert in communication, Tricia’s insig…
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In this episode, I am talking with the amazing Rebecca Whitman. Known as The Magnetic Abundance Mentor, Rebecca transforms the women she works with from burned out to balanced, beautiful, and abundant. She supports those seeking to leave toxic relationships and magnetize their soulmate at any stage of life. Her 6 Figure Side Hustle program helps wo…
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126: Azania Stewart: How an Olympic Mindset can Transform your Leadership
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Azania Stewart - former Team GB Olympic basketball player and international sports commentator. In this candid conversation, Azania shares the importance of preparation, discipline, and navigating the rigorous demands of professional sports and the corporate world. Learn how she maintained her competitive edge while fostering healthy personal relat…
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Today, we're diving into a crucial topic for speakers, thought leaders, and influential voices: how conflict can create intimacy. Being an influential voice doesn't mean you'll never hurt, upset, or disappoint someone. It's not a matter of if, but when. In this episode, I'll share insights on how to handle these situations — both when you're on the…
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From Broadway to the Garden with Josephine Rose Roberts (Speaker Salon Showcase)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by the amazing Josephine Rose Roberts. Josephine is a Broadway actress and gardener. Inspired by the belief that gardens possess deeper significance than mere aesthetics, Josephine specializes in designing gardens based on flower symbolis…
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125: Claire Hynes: From Comfort to Challenge: Leading Through Business Uncertainty
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Claire Hynes, Co-Founder and CEO of Mr. President takes us through her journey of leaving a secure job to launch her own business after returning from maternity leave. Claire shares how the company had early success and then hit unforeseen challenges that forced her team to rebuild. We cover: 03:53 – Why Getting too comfortable with one big client …
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Increasing Trust & Profits Through Client Experience with Katrina Scarlett
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In this episode, I am talking with a dear friend and a long-time member of The Big Talk team, Katrina Scarlett. Katrina is the founder and driving force behind Scarlett & Co., a company that specializes in enhancing the client experience so authors and coaches can improve client retention and satisfaction while creating lasting legacies of raving, …
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124: Jon Evans: How to Thrive When the Odds Are Against You
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Jon Evans, Chief Customer Officer at System1 and Host of The Uncensored CMO podcast, shares how failure has led to his biggest successes and how being tasked with doing something that was never done before was one of the most frightening things in his life. We Cover: 05:05 – The lonely and risky leap into entrepreneurship 06:55 – How Adam Morgan’s …
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Listener's Favorite: My Conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor
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I have something super special to share with you this week! We asked our listeners for feedback on their favorite episodes of The Big Talk Podcast, and overwhelming people responded that they loved my conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. I spoke with her in Episode 577 about Whole Brain Living, and today, you have the opportunity to hear our co…
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My Deep Depression Deliverance with Jenny Lincoln (The Big Talk Live)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk given by Jenny Lincoln at The Big Talk Live. You may remember Jenny from Episode 554 of the podcast. Jenny is a story-weaving sorceress and wise nomadic sage. With over 30 years of experience in the Corporate trenches, Jenny balances authority with gentleness, serving truth with love & grace. H…
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123: Jabari Hearn: Are You in charge of Your Leadership or is Your Ego?
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Jabari Hearn, Managing Partner at AKQA LA and former Global Marketing Director at Google, shares life-changing insights on leading on your terms that you won't want to miss. We cover: 05:28 – The key differences between marketing in big tech vs consumer goods. 08:21 – Why finding purpose in your work is essential for personal fulfillment. 10:23 – W…
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In this episode, I am talking with an amazing influential voice, Jacqueline Coe. Jacqueline is a Speaker, Author, Learning and Behaviour Specialist, Parenting Expert, and the Founder of Intelligent Parenting®. With over 15 years of research in human behavior, psychology, and philosophy, she has developed a new parenting model designed to empower pa…
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Why Being Liked Isn't Enough for Great Leadership
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In this episode Jo Howes talks about the critical difference between being liked and being respected as a leader, a topic that sparked significant discussion following her recent LinkedIn post. Drawing from personal experiences and frameworks such as John Maxwell's five levels of leadership, Jo offers valuable insights on why respect is important i…
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Today, I’m revealing some of the marketing strategies we share with our authors inside of The Big Talk Press, our boutique publishing house. Because, yes, if you didn’t already know it, The Big Talk also publishes books. I'm super excited about this episode because your voice matters, and so does your book. As an influential voice and thought leade…
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Choosing to Believe with Gayle Damiano (Speaker Salon Showcase)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by the amazing Gayle Damiano, who you heard from in Episode 333. If you haven’t had the opportunity to listen to that episode yet, I highly encourage you to do so. Gayle is a transformation coach and certified speaker. She is also a gradu…
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121: Claire Hollands: Leadership, Kids, and Core Hours - Redefining Work-Life Balance
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In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Claire Hollands, CEO of Mullen Lowe. Claire passionately discusses the importance of flexible working and her tips on how to achieve this personally and across a business. Claire also openly discusses the challenging transition from being at AMV for 14 years, managing a department of 140 people, to be…
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Leading With Tenderness with Meena Srinivasan
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Today, I am talking with an amazing alum of The Big Talk Academy, Meena Srinivasan. Meena is a celebrated speaker, accomplished author, and visionary edupreneur. With over 20 years of dedicated service, she consistently champions the fusion of Mindfulness, Social and Emotional Learning, and Belonging. As the founding Executive Director of Transform…
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120: James Hayhurst: Navigating Agency and Client Relationships
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In this episode, we sit down with James Hayhurst, the visionary founder of The Magic Sauce Programme. He shares how his experience working in both agency and client-side led him to create The Magic Sauce to help agencies and clients foster stronger relationships. He reveals the powerful role that anger played in leading him to establish The Parents…
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On today’s show, I am talking with Carol Enneking. Carol is one of my amazing clients, a graduate of The Big Talk Academy, and her book, The Rebalancing Act, came out today from The Big Talk Press! In addition to being an author, Carol is a Houston-based consultant and speaker who helps businesses achieve excellence through talent, learning, and a …
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The Mistake in Quick Fixes for Stress with Annika Sörensen (The Big Talk Live)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk given by Dr. Annika Sörensen at The Big Talk Live. Annika is a speaker, author, doctor, and stress management coach from Sweden. As a doctor who has practiced for over 30 years, she has witnessed the harmful effects of stress in herself and her patients firsthand. Now, she helps leaders around…
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119: Joanna Howes: How to Become the Leader You Want to Be: Part 2
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In this episode, I take you through an exploration of personal transformation, building on the success of our previous episode. I dive deeper into practical strategies for becoming the leader you want to be. The key areas we cover to help you are: The 3 fears everyone has How to be the boss of your mind How to build certainty in yourself and grow i…
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Secrets of a Masterful Speaker with Nick Prefontaine
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In this episode, I am talking with an inspiring speaker and one of my amazing 1:1 clients, Nick Prefontaine. You may remember him from Episodes 409 and 449. Nick is a 3x best-selling author and was named a top motivational speaker of 2022 in Yahoo Finance. He is also the Founder and CEO of Common Goal. Using the S.T.E.P. system, Nick leads his clie…
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118: Patrick Jeffrey: How To Embrace The Unknown With Confidence
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Feeling lost or low on confidence? Patrick Jeffery, MD of Contagious, shares his journey of overcoming self-doubt and embracing the power of being a generalist. Patrick reveals how he turned his fear of failure into a driving force for success, drawing inspiration from sports legend Roger Federer on the importance of resetting and letting go. Wheth…
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Being an Influential Voice Without a Big Talk or a Big Stage
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Today, I’m revealing what it means to be an influential voice without taking center stage. Join me as I share powerful stories and practical tips on making a lasting impact through small acts of kindness, volunteering, and community engagement. You’ll discover how to leave your mark on the world, inspire others, and create positive change in your e…
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Let Your Dream Lead with Missy Shopshire (Speaker Salon Showcase)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share “Let Your Dream Lead,” a powerful big talk from Missy Shopshire that was given at my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. As a top-performing sales professional in a multi-billion-dollar company, Missy learned the power of building strong teams and creating a shared vision of success. Now, she helps individuals a…
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117: Alex Grieve: Exploring Employee Wellbeing
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In this episode, we sit down with Alex Grieve, CCO at BBH, who shares his transformative journey from a creative role to a leadership position. Alex opens up about the challenges he faced in his early career, navigating a highly competitive and alpha-male dominated industry. He discusses the immense pressure to constantly prove himself and deliver …
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Fulfilling Your Human Potential with Charles Solis
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In this episode, I am talking with an amazing speaker and graduate of The Big Talk Academy, Charles Solis. Charles is the Co-founder and Director of the REACH Family Institute, a non-profit organization that transforms children’s lives by empowering parents to “parent with the brain in mind.” An internationally recognized expert on holistic brain d…
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116: Emma Harris: From Near-Death to Transformative Leadership
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In this episode, Emma Harris, CEO of Glow London, shares how a life threatening cardiac arrest transformed her perspective. After being saved by three nearby doctors, she moved from a mindset of constantly needing to ‘have more’, ‘be more’, and ‘earn more’ to prioritising what truly matters and preserving her energy to be present. Key timestamps 00…
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What To Do When Your Imposter Syndrome Shows Up
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Today on the podcast, you’re going to learn how to overcome imposter syndrome so you can unlock your true potential and expand your impact. Many people in and outside of my amazing community are affected by limiting beliefs and the feeling that their success comes from luck—not their years of experience, expertise, brilliance, knowledge, or hard wo…
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Discover Your Fountain of Youth with Anne Borow-Lawrence (The Big Talk Live)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk given by Anne Borow-Lawrence at The Big Talk Live. Anne is a graduate of The Big Talk Academy and previously appeared on the podcast in Episodes 377 and 384. In addition to being an award-winning speaker, Anne is a coach and the founder of EnVision, CCS. She started her career as an art and dan…
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115: Arran Cruickshanks: Taking Rugby Into the Workplace
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In this episode, we dive into the parallels between rugby and the workplace to uncover how competitive spirit and teamwork in sports can drive exceptional performance in professional settings. I was joined by the brilliant Arran Cruickshanks, Managing Director at mccglc and former professional rugby player, to explore these concepts in depth. Key Q…
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Cultivating Radical Self-Trust with Alex Pursglove
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In this episode, I am talking with an amazing speaker and coach, Alex Pursglove. Alex guides women in becoming fully expressed and cultivating radical trust to elevate business growth, while living with more ecstasy in daily life. As a master coach, Alex has helped hundreds of women across the world with accelerating in business and, more important…
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114: Jade Tomlin: The Ability to DEFY the ODDs and Overcome Challenges
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Jade Tomlin - ECD at Huge Inc and previously Group CD at AKQA. Tune in to hear what it takes to truly stand for what you believe in, lead as an introvert and have the persistence to make great work (especially when everyone else has given up). Listen to podcast here: https://thecourageousleaderspodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Register to join Leaders Conne…
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This week, I take you on a personal journey of self-discovery and reflection. Inspired by an unexpected find in a book about the Brooklyn Academy of Music, I share a powerful story about recognizing your true worth and the lasting impact of your actions. I explore the importance of being present, practicing gratitude, and acknowledging our unique c…
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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, meticulously-crafted systems to skyrocket their impact and o…
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113: Joanna Howes: Are You Becoming The Person You Want To Be?
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"A key to achieving success is to know who you want to be and to take steps every day to move closer to that vision." According to a study in Positive Psychology only about 20% of people feel they are living up to their full potential. In the latest solo episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I break down the steps I’ve taken to move me closer …
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Discover Your True Purpose with Lucie the Light
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In this episode, I am talking with Lucie the Light, an amazing speaker and thought leader. She is also a highly valued member of The Big Talk community! Lucie the Light is a transformational prosperity and purpose coach, facilitator, and speaker. She inspires and guides women to embody their worth and believe in their valuable contributions. After …
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112: Nishma Patel Robb: Empowered Living: Trusting Yourself, Embracing Change, and Pushing Boundaries
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In this powerful episode, Jo engages in a candid conversation with Nishma Patel Robb, Founder and CEO of Glittersphere who shares her life experiences, career journey, and the importance of embracing vulnerability. Nishma opens up about her struggles with racism, exclusion, and the societal pressure to fit in. She recounts the pivotal moments that …
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Deconstructing My Latest Speaking Opportunity
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No matter how many times you speak for impact from a stage, there is always something new to discover. Today, I'm deconstructing my most recent speaking opportunity where I learned a few new things. I’m super excited to share these insights with you because I know they will serve you as you take the big stages you are meant for, too. I’m also talki…
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Before I Lifted One Finger with Linda Mitchell (Speaker Salon Showcase)
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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by the amazing Linda Mitchell, who you met in Episode 581. If you haven’t had the opportunity to listen to that conversation yet, I highly encourage you to do so. Linda is a leading women’s health expert, best-selling author, award-winnin…
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111: Kate Tancred: The Courage to Evolve: Redefining Success and Letting Go
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This episode was truly inspiring; Kate Tancred is one of the most courageous leaders we have had on the podcast. Kate’s journey, experiences, and the choices she has made demonstrate what true courage looks like in leadership. Join us as we explore finding the courage to do what is right for you even when it’s one of the hardest things you will do.…
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The Power of Vulnerable Leadership with Julie McManus
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In this episode, I am talking with Julie McManus, an amazing speaker and a highly valued member of The Big Talk community! Julie is a globally recognized speaker and trainer who inspires individuals to reach their fullest potential. She has worked on five different continents and is grateful for the life she's built with her spouse and furry compan…
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110: Joanna Howes: Team Harmony: Practical Strategies to Reduce Tension and Boost Productivity
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It can be hard work to navigate tension between team members and with your clients. There is a lot of wasted energy and time that can be avoided. In this weeks episode I share the 3 key areas to focus on to help reduce tension to be able to focus on delivering great work. I share practical actions for you to implement so please take a listen and le…
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Powerful Speeches from Women Changing the World
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In this episode, I read from Anna Russell's amazing book, Great Women's Speeches: Empowering Voices That Engage and Inspire. This book was a gift from my team member and dear friend Jennifer DeWitt. It is full of powerful words given by truly influential women with important messages to share. Today’s episode contains three talks from the first fem…
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I’m super excited that this episode is the 600th one of The Big Talk Podcast! Because of that, I have a very special show planned for you. Over the last 600 episodes, I have had the opportunity to host many amazing conversations with game-changing thought leaders and speakers. I’ve also recorded hundreds of solocasts for you, where I share my journ…
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109: Tom Jarvis: Unlocking Business Potential: The Power of Autonomy and Focus
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Every time I speak with Tom Jarvis, MD at Wilderness - The Social Media Agency, I leave feeling calm, inspired and bursting with ideas for my business and I know you will feel the same after you listen to his experience. Tom's blend of success and humility shines through as he shares invaluable lessons from his entrepreneurial career I could talk t…
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Insights from 15 Years of Partnership with Joe Ricci
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Today, I’m super excited to share a very special conversation with you as I welcome back Joe Ricci to the podcast! With a career spanning over 30 years, Joe Ricci is an amazingly talented writer, director, and performer whose work has been seen on Broadway, Off-Broadway, nationally, and internationally. As you probably know if you’ve been a part of…
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108: Joanna Howes: Embracing Your Leadership Identity
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Have you fully stepped into your leadership identity? In this episode, I delve into the common challenge faced by leaders struggling to empower themselves and embrace their evolving identity. I share key insights from Check Warner and Harjot Singh, who were part of our panel at Courageous Leaders LIVE, and inspired a whole room to back themselves. …
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Today’s episode is a personal one for me. In it, I share my journey as a dancer — beginning with a simple gray dress at a competition in St. Louis and eventually making it to the grand stages of New York City to dance with legends like Mikhail Baryshnikov. Join me to discover why trusting in abundance and recognizing that, no matter where you start…
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