From Paychecks to Purpose: A Speaker's Journey w/ Brad Butler II

Convicted to Grow

In this episode, Brad Butler, a motivational speaker and author, shares his journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, highlighting overcoming adversity from his time in special education classes. He discusses his growth journey transitioning to full-time speaking, emphasizing self-investment and a mindset shift towards pursuing dreams. Brad tailor his messages for audiences, and addressing topics like overcoming adversity, student success, mental health, anti-bullying in education, and leadership in corporate settings. He transformed from a 9-5 job to a six-figure earner as a speaker. Brad discusses the power of community support for personal growth to propel him to becoming a successful and impactful speaker today!
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Takeaways

• Investing in oneself and having proof of one's abilities and results are crucial for success in entrepreneurship.
• A mindset shift is necessary to pursue one's own dreams and escape the limitations of a job.
• Learning from both wins and losses is essential for personal and professional growth.
• Carry the burdens of life and ask God for strength to withstand them.
• Stay competitive by staying close to mentors and constantly sharpening your skills.
• Know your worth and don't settle for lowball offers.
• Customize your messages based on the pain points of your audience.
• Collaboration and social proof are important in the speaking industry.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
03:22 Brad Butler's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
08:39 The Importance of Investing in Yourself
13:21 The Role of Coaching in Brad's Success
23:26 Learning from Wins and Losses
28:24 The Pitfalls of Perceived Success
30:11 Authenticity and Personal Style in Speaking
31:06 Staying Focused and Avoiding Materialism
32:05 Carrying Burdens and Asking for Strength
33:29 Staying Competitive and Sharpening Skills
36:42 Knowing Your Worth and Avoiding Lowball Offers
38:07 Customizing Messages for Audience Pain Points
41:20 Topics of Focus: Overcoming Adversity, Student Success, Mental Health, Anti-Bullying, Leadership
57:20 The Importance of Collaboration and Social Proof
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