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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Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers and life in general. From the boardroom tables of ‘big’ international business to the dining room tables of entrepreneurial start ups, how to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities and take risks, whilst staying ‘true’ to yourself is where the magic happens.
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At the end of the day are you living your life on purpose? Are you putting on your oxygen mask first? We all have a purpose and passion. We all have a genius inside us, and we all have that potential. The key is trusting yourself and granting you the permission for you to believe in you. Whatever your dream life looks like, I am here to not only tell you that it is possible, but to help you make it become a reality. However, it is up to you to allow your- self to unleash your potential. Acti ...
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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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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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Tricia Brouk - How to Master the Art of Public Speaking
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Jeannette talks to Tricia Brouk, an award-winning director, author, producer, and founder of the Big Talk Academy. Tricia shares valuable insights on public speaking, personal branding, and utilising social media effectively. She emphasises the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and consistency in building a personal brand, with her invalua…
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Inventor of the App Store - Jesse Tayler How to be a Disruptor
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Jeannette talks to Jesse Tayler, an inventor, lifelong startup entrepreneur and founder of TruAnon, about his experience with creating the App Store and pitching it to Steve Jobs. Jesse reflects on the challenges faced during the early days of electronic distribution and the importance of perseverance in the face of scepticism. He delves into the i…
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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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The 3 Ps of Progress - Positivity, Persistence & Patience
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Jeannette discusses the three essential elements crucial for making progress in various aspects of life and business. Drawing from 30 years of experience in the business world, she looks at the significance of positivity, persistence, and patience. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, the episode highlights the importance of maintaining a…
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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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Sabine Vanderlinden - How to Digitalise & Innovate
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Jeannette talks to Sabine VanderLinden, known as the Insure Tech Queen, about her journey from the corporate world to becoming an entrepreneur in the insurance technology sector. They discuss the importance of technology in enabling businesses, the collaboration between startups and corporations, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the signi…
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The War for Talent Rollercoaster with Carole Pepperell
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Jeannette talks to Carole Pepperell, the CEO of Carousel Consultancy, who shares her extensive expertise in the field of recruitment. Together, they look into the evolution of recruitment over the years, the importance of connecting with candidates on a personal level, and the significance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Carole's mantr…
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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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Beyond the Lights with Dr. Parul Dua Makkar (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 incredible Dr. Parul Dua Makkar, who you met in Episode 584. If you haven’t had the opportunity to listen to that conversation yet, I highly encourage you to do so. Parul is an award-winning General Dentist, Speaker, and Owner of P…
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Inspiring Women in Hospitality - Jeannette Meets Naureen Ahmed
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Jeannette is interviewed by the fabulous Naureen Ahmed, about her journey from starting as a government economist to becoming a CEO of the travel division at Saga. She discusses the importance of being proactive in career progression, the value of networking, and the sometimes surprising places from which she draws inspiration. KEY TAKEAWAYS Don't …
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Unlocking Your Peak Potential with Dr. Leonaura Rhodes
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Today, I’m introducing you to the incredible Dr. Leonaura Rhodes. Dr. Rhodes is on a mission to help people increase their happiness, health, and abundance. She has a diverse background that encompasses practicing medicine, delivering motivational speeches, coaching high-performing executives and professionals, facilitating corporate training progr…
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Holistic Well-Being: A Conversation with Healthy Lifestyle Coach Nicole Vida
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Jeannette talks to Nicole Vida, a healthy lifestyle coach with a background in the corporate world. Nicole shares her journey from a high-stress corporate career to becoming an entrepreneur in the well-being space. Between them, Jeannette and Nicole cover various aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including the importance of nutrition, hyd…
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The Best Investment You'll Ever Make Is In YOU!
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Jeannette talks about the importance of personal development and investing in oneself, emphasising the value of continuous self-improvement in various aspects of life. The episode outlines a comprehensive approach to creating a personal development plan, including evaluating strengths and weaknesses, setting goals, identifying necessary skills, and…
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Today, I’m introducing a new concept, and this time, it’s not just a new concept for you. Unlike most of the topics I cover on this podcast, this is a speaking technique that is new for me as well. Recently, I created the idea of memorizing versus memowriting, and I’m super excited to share it with you! This is a technique that will support you the…
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Courtney Bagby Lupilin - Connecting Influencers with Global Brands From Amazon to Disney to Nike
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Jeannette talks to Courtney Bagby Lupilin, the founder of Little Red Management, to discuss her journey in connecting brands with influencers in the social media space. Courtney has activated partnerships for huge brands including Disney, FOX, Hallmark, Nike, Adidas, Amazon, Dove, Lancome and more. Courtney shares her experiences of starting the bu…
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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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Jeannette shares valuable insights on how to maintain sanity as a CEO or business leader, drawing from her 30 years of experience in corporate and entrepreneurial roles, and providing ten practical tips for not only surviving but thriving in high-pressure leadership positions. KEY TAKEAWAYS Gain a fresh perspective by stepping back from day-to-day …
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Stepping Into Your Greatness with Dena Patton
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Today, I’m bringing you a conversation with an amazing speaker and an alum of The Big Talk Academy, Dena Patton. Dena is an award-winning coach and trainer who works with world-changing business owners and leaders. She has supported over a thousand 1:1 clients who are forward-thinking, purposeful entrepreneurs and CEOs vested in their values, impac…
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Ingrid Batcup Interior Designer - Leading with Style & Panache
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Jeannette talks to Ingrid Batcup, a talented interior designer, as she shares her journey into the world of interior design, discussing her early interest in design, her transition from fashion to interior design, and the challenges she faced as a female in a male-dominated industry. Ingrid provides valuable advice on working with clients, managing…
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Why All Successful Business Leaders Master Themselves Before Their Teams
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Jeannette discusses the importance of mastering oneself before leading teams effectively. The episode delves into three key areas essential for business leaders: authenticity, emotional intelligence, and resilience, which Jeannette conveys through personal experiences and insights gained from working with large global travel businesses and advising…
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What Questions to be Asking Your Future Coaches
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Have you ever wondered how to find the right speaker mentor for you? Recently, I’ve noticed a lot of Facebook ads and promotions for speaker coaches. This got me super excited because it started me thinking about all the ways I can contribute to the speaker coaching community. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down several different speaker coaching…
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Look, Think & Feel like an Elite Athlete with Ric Moylan - Trainer to Ricky Hatton, Liam Broady & Scott Quigg
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Jeannette talks to Ric Moylan, a leading performance coach, about his journey from a passion for sports to becoming a performance coach, working with both elite athletes and everyday individuals. Ric has coached 10 World Champion athletes in all aspects of their physical development and mindset performance. Household names including boxing legend R…
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Creating A Sustainable Career In Theatre with Antuan Magic Raimone (Speaker Salon Showcase)
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Hey, friends, welcome back to The Big Talk podcast. I’m your host, Tricia Brouk — founder of The Big Talk Academy, award-winning director, producer, and author. This is episode 591. Today, it is my honor to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk, called “Creating A Sustainable Career In Theatre,” was given by an amazing spe…
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How To Bring Brave Bold Brilliant Into Your Business
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Jeannette looks into the concept of bringing Brave Bold Brilliant principles into business leadership. Drawing from over 30 years of experience as a corporate CEO and advisor, she emphasises the importance of embodying bravery, boldness, and brilliance in leadership roles. The episode is structured around three key pillars: leading oneself, leading…
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Finding Your Voice and Value with Debbie Allen
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Today, I’m in conversation with the amazing Debbie Allen! Debbie is an award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling author of eight books, and the world’s #1 authority on expert positioning. She has been featured in four motivational movies and dozens of publications, including Entrepreneur Magazine, Personal Branding, Sales & Marketing Excellence, Forb…
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Dan Richards, Physio to Premiership Footballers - The Essence of Physical Fitness
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Dan shares insights into his journey in physiotherapy, from his education to working with top-level athletes in football. He discusses the importance of perseverance, individualised treatment plans, and the impact of psychology on physical well-being. Dan also delves into the significance of sleep, diet, and exercise in maintaining overall health a…
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Jeannette looks into the concept of moving from a good position to a great one, emphasising that good can often be the enemy of great. Drawing from the book "Good to Great" by Jim Collins, Jeannette shares eight key concepts that have been instrumental in her 30 years of business experience, and that have allowed her to make the move from good to g…
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In this episode, I’m super excited to answer more questions from The Big Talk community. We have a private, complimentary Facebook group for speakers who have gone through our programs. A couple of months ago, I asked those in it, “What questions do you have for me that you’d like me to address on the podcast?” I’ve already recorded a couple of epi…
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Success Secrets From Top Leaders: A Journey Through 400 Episodes
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In this very special episode, Jeannette is celebrating the milestone of having reached her 400th episode. Today, Jeannette is going to be looking back on some of the guests she has interviewed since the start of her journey, as they highlight what it truly means to be Brave, Bold and Brilliant. Jeannette is also excited to announce the launch of th…
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Today, I am taking you behind the scenes of The Art of The Big Talk, my live two-day virtual masterclass. The aspiring speakers and thought leaders who attend this masterclass desire to take big stages for impact. During our two days together, I support them in taking steps toward those stages, including helping them clarify their big ideas. One wa…
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Jeannette talks about the importance of taking control of one's life by becoming the CEO of their own life. She discusses the need to have a compelling vision, break down goals into various aspects of life, prioritise well-being, and cultivate self-belief. The episode also touches on the significance of having a plan, taking consistent action, bein…
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Building Powerful Creative Collaborations with Holiday Mathis and Friday Jones
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This week, I am in conversation with two amazing women, Holiday Mathis and Friday Jones. Holiday Mathis writes the syndicated daily horoscope column for hundreds of newspapers worldwide, including The Los Angeles Times and The Washington Post. She is also a multi-platinum songwriter whose songs have been recorded by Miley Cyrus, Emma Roberts, and m…
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Sue Kent, BBC Gardeners World Presenter - Never Let a Disability Hold You Back!
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Jeannette is joined by Sue Kent, a TV presenter for BBC Gardeners World and an ambassador for the Royal Horticultural Society. Sue shares her journey of becoming a presenter during COVID and discusses her experiences with gardening, public speaking, and overcoming challenges related to her upper body disability caused by thalidomide. Sue talks abou…
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Leadership on The Line - Get on The Balcony!
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Jeannette discusses the concept of "balcony time" for leaders, emphasising the importance of stepping back from day-to-day operations to gain a strategic perspective. Drawing an analogy between being on the dance floor and standing on the balcony, she discusses the need for leaders to balance involvement in daily tasks with strategic thinking. KEY …
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People ask me all the time how I get everything done. They’re always commenting on how busy I am. And the truth is, I’m not busy. Busyness is a waste of time. What I am is highly organized and productive. I’m also a highly creative and artistic person. I’ve spent decades dancing and performing on big stages. I’m all of these things. So, while some …
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Juliet Barratt, Co-founder Grenade - From Zero to Selling for £200M
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Jeannette talks to the fabulous Juliet Barratt, the co-founder of the renowned brand Grenade, market leader in the nutrition and fitness industry. Juliet shares her journey from a traditional background in education to becoming a successful entrepreneur who scaled and eventually sold her business for a remarkable 200 million pounds. Juliet reflects…
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Still, I Rise with Dr. Kristen Szabla, PhD (Speaker Salon Showcase)
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Today, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by the amazing Dr. Kristen Szabla, Ph.D. Kristen has over a decade of experience as a neuroscientist specializing in the neural circuitry mediating fear and depression. As a survivor of incest and commercial sexual exploitation at an early age, Kri…
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Landing Money Today Whilst Creating Money Tomorrow
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Jeannette looks into the crucial balance between driving revenue into a business today while also strategically creating future income streams. Drawing on her extensive 30-year experience as a corporate CEO and entrepreneur, she emphasises the dual focus required in managing both the present and future aspects of a business. She also outlines pract…
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Turning Grief into Purpose with Dr. Parul Dua Makkar
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In this episode, I am joined by Speaker’s Salon alum Dr. Parul Dua Makkar. I had the honor of mentoring Parul during her time inside the Speaker’s Salon, and I can’t wait for you to hear her incredible showcase talk that’s coming in Episode 597. Parul is an award-winning General Dentist, Speaker, and Owner of PDM Family Dental. She has been a contr…
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Anastasia Hofmann, Co-founder Kitro – On a Mission to Reduce Food Waste Across the Planet
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Jeannette is joined by Anastasia Hofmann, the co-founder of Kitro, a business focused on reducing food wastage in the hospitality industry. Working with global clients like TUI, Kitro is really making a huge difference. Together, they delve into the staggering statistic that 30% of all food produced globally is wasted, sparking a passion in Anastas…
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Jeannette discusses the crucial topic of the underrepresentation of female CEOs in the business world. Drawing from her extensive experience as a corporate CEO and entrepreneur, she highlights the progress made in gender diversity but emphasises the need for further action. The episode explores the reasons behind the lack of female CEOs, including …
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Lessons in Leadership and Entrepreneurship
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In this super special solo episode, I answer another question from my amazing community of speakers and thought leaders. This week’s question was all about my journey as an entrepreneur and how I use entrepreneurship as a way of personal leadership. This episode will inspire you to embrace leadership in your own entrepreneurial journey. And if you'…
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How to Shift from Corporate CEO to Entrepreneur
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Jeannette is interviewed by Jack Dawhra for the fabulous The Jack Dawhra Show, and delves into her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, highlighting her experiences and key insights. Jeannette shares valuable advice on achieving one's full potential, leadership traits, and the importance of taking action. She also touches on her me…
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In this special bonus episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of The Art of The Big Talk, my live virtual masterclass! During these two days, I support hundreds of speakers who dream of taking big stages and having global impact. This masterclass gives them step-by-step support to take action on that dream. One thing that happens during this mast…
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Jeannette discusses the importance of positive emotions and pleasure, achievement, relationships, engagement, and meaning in achieving happiness. Drawing on research by Dr. Martin Seligman, the former president of the US Psychology Association, Jeannette emphasises the significance of nurturing these aspects in daily life to cultivate a sense of fu…
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Empowering Others With Your Story with Linda Mitchell
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This week, I am in conversation with the amazing and inspiring Linda Mitchell. Linda spoke at last year’s Speaker Salon Showcase, and I can’t wait for you to hear her talk that’s coming soon in Episode 603. Linda is a leading women’s health expert, best-selling author, podcast host, and Fitness Boutique Owner. She is the face and creator of The Sis…
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Michael Juergens, Super Wine Geek - On a Mission to Make Bhutan the next Napa Valley
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Jeannette is joined by Michael Juergens, a self-professed wine geek and entrepreneur, who shares his fascinating journey of establishing the Bhutan Wine Company in the remote kingdom of Bhutan. From his unexpected introduction to Bhutan through a marathon opportunity to the challenges and triumphs of creating a wine industry in the Himalayas, Micha…
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What To Do When A Health Issue Blows You Off Track
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Jeannette shares her personal experience with health issues, specifically knee surgery, and offers valuable insights on how to navigate through challenging health situations. She emphasises the importance of preparation, finding the right specialists, following expert advice, and reframing the situation positively. Jeannette also stresses the signi…
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A Look Inside the Pivotal Moments That Shaped My Journey
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This episode came from a question I recently posted in our private Facebook group for speakers of The Big Talk, asking them what they would like me to share in upcoming solo podcasts. I received so many thoughtful questions that I’m excited to cover in the coming weeks! This particular request was from Jenny Lincoln, who is a community member, an a…
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