The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

In this special New Year's Eve episode, I share my detailed process for setting powerful intentions and designing a successful year ahead. I break down the exact methods I use during my three-week December reflection period and why you should use them, too. Whether you're a speaker, thought leader, or someone looking to level up in 2025, I hope you'll join me in designing an intentional, impactful year ahead! In this episode, we'll explore: The importance of taking time in December to slow down, get still, and reflect How to design a daily schedule with specific habits and non-negotiables that align with your big goals Why I choose a guiding word for the year and what my word is for 2025 Focusing on who you need to be to achieve your goals rather than just what you need to do to get there More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

Today, I'm super excited to share an amazing talk from The Big Talk Academy's Virtual Showcase. In this episode, you'll hear from Karin Lanz with her talk, "The Circular Economy – And My Unwavering Belief in the Perfection of Nature." Karin Lanz pioneers the circular economy with her beauty brand, No Excuses LANUR, the first label worldwide to promote exclusively Cradle to Cradle Certified® gold-certified products. As an entrepreneur, she passionately champions innovative practices, forging a path toward a better world for future generations. In this talk, she explores: Why our current linear economy harms both human health and the environment How nature operates as a perfect circular system based on diversity The way a circular economy borrows from and gives back to nature The importance of embracing individual uniqueness while recognizing we're part of nature's larger system More from Karin Lanz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinlanz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karinlanz/ More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

This week, I'm super excited to talk with a truly influential voice and my amazing client, Farrah Domaoan. Farrah Domaoan is an author and speaker who helps mothers overcome trauma and break generational cycles. Her upcoming book, Reimagined Motherhood: Untriggered, is written for anyone ready to heal from their past and step into a more empowered, confident future. In this episode, we'll explore: What happened when she finally confronted her childhood trauma and how it inspired her to write her book Reimagined Motherhood: Untriggered Why healing doesn't mean forgetting your past How to pair an abundance mindset with action Her current favorites: Book: Think & Grow Rich, Speakers: Oprah, Les Brown, and Tony Robbins, and Podcast: Let It Be Easy More from Farrah Domaoan Her upcoming book, Reimagined Motherhood: Untriggered Website: https://www.farrahfaye.com/ More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

In today's episode, I take you back to my experience at the 2005 Venice Film Festival, where I learned valuable lessons about the difference between fame and success. As the choreographer of "Romance and Cigarettes," I found myself navigating the red carpet alongside A-listers like Susan Sarandon and James Gandolfini, discovering creative ways to establish my presence without relying on fame. My story reveals how authenticity and strategic thinking can help you succeed in any environment – even one as glamorous as an international film festival. In this episode, we'll explore: The difference between fame and success, and if you can have one without the other How, as a choreographer, I found creative ways to stand out and establish myself alongside famous actors Why strategic preparation is important when you want to be successful The way to focus on genuine success and service rather than fame for fame's sake More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

Today, I'm super excited to share a powerful talk from The Big Talk Academy's Virtual Showcase. In this episode, you'll hear from Cynthia Hamilton Urquhart with her talk, "Changing Your World with the Courage to Care." Cynthia is a retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer who believes everyone matters. She is an author, speaker, and founder of A First Responder Voice. She is a recipient of the 2019 Universal Women's Network, Unsung Hero Award, and the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada Medal. In her big talk, she'll explore: Why true courage isn't just about bold actions What happens when caregivers fall into the trap of caring for everyone except themselves The definition of real strength and what it can look like How small gestures of care - whether for ourselves or others - can have profound impacts More from Cynthia Hamilton Urquhart Website: www.afirstrespondervoice.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiahamiltonurquhart/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiahamiltonurquhart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afirstrespondervoice More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

Today's guest, Dr. Debra Clary, is a narrative scientist who brings over three decades of executive expertise from Fortune 500 Companies to her role as the founder and CEO of Elevascent. As an accomplished international speaker, author, and award-winning producer, she captivates audiences with her diverse talents. Notably, she showcased her theatrical skills in the sold-out off-Broadway solo performance of "A Curious Woman" in 2023. Debra holds a doctorate in Leader Development, Change Management & Organizational Design from George Washington University. She is also a certified speaker and graduate of The Big Talk Academy. In this episode, we'll explore: The importance of women understanding and owning their value — especially in male-dominated fields How she maintains mental clarity and self-confidence Her upcoming book, The Curiosity Curve: Life Isn't Linear, Accelerate the Curve, which releases in March 2025 Why curiosity is a learnable skill rather than just an innate trait Her current favorites: Book: Horse and Podcast: David Bear More from Dr. Debra Clary Website: https://debraclary.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdebraclary/ More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

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 so many people in our community shared how much they loved my conversation with Kristina DiPalo in Episode 578. And now, you have the opportunity to hear it again today! I know it will inspire you to fully step into your role as a speaker and thought leader – moving past fears of what others in your life may say. In this episode, we'll explore: How her curiosity about life's big questions from a young age shaped her desire to find her voice and share her ideas with others The courage she showed by stepping into her role as a speaker, knowing it would upset some of the people in her life Her process for developing, memorizing, and delivering her signature talk Why being part of a supportive speaker community was key for her More from Kristina DiPalo Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 555 Website: https://kristinadipalo.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinadipalo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinadipalo/ More from Tricia Apply to publish your book with The Big Talk Press Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

Today, I'm super excited to share a powerful talk from The Big Talk Academy's Virtual Showcase. This curated showcase features thought leaders, game-changing speakers, and influential voices who I've mentored in my signature speaker certification program. As a bonus, you'll get to hear my live feedback on this showcase talk, and there are sure to be plenty of takeaways for you as well. This week, you'll hear from Naomi Vladeck with her talk, "How to Brave Creativity and Turn Fear Into Excitement." Naomi Vladeck is the award-winning author of Braving Creativity, Artists Who Turn the Scary, Thrilling, Messy Path of Change into Courageous Transformation. She is a certified transformational coach with a Masters in Performance Studies from NYU. She is a lifelong non-profit professional dedicated to championing independent artists. In her talk, she explores: Navigating significant life changes and the power of embracing uncertainty What happens when you challenge old beliefs and identities during times of crisis The importance of sharing personal stories and experiences How to approach change as an opportunity rather than something to be feared or controlled More from Naomi Vladeck Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativitymatterscoaching/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-vladeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naomi.vladeck More from Tricia Apply to publish your book with The Big Talk Press Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

In this episode, I am talking with the amazing Tamsen Webster. Part message designer, part English-to-English translator, part magpie, Tamsen helps leaders craft their case for large-scale change. In addition to her work in and for major organizations such as Harvard Medical School, Fidelity Investments, and Klaviyo, she's a judge and mentor for the Harvard Innovation Labs, a professional advisor at the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship, and has spent over 10 years as the Idea Strategist for one of only nine legacy-level TEDx events in the world. She was named to the Thinkers50 Radar in 2022 and is the author of two books, Find Your Red Thread: Make Your Big Ideas Irresistible and Say What They Can't Unhear: The 9 Principles of Lasting Change. Tamsen was one of my first guests on The Big Talk, way back in Episode 21. I will never forget her graciousness and clarity. She added so much value and vulnerability for our community, and I am super excited to welcome her back today! In this episode, we'll explore: What happened when she overcame a 17-year struggle with a panic disorder How her new book Say What They Can't Unhear addresses gaps in advice about creating lasting transformational change Why she believes transformational change doesn't have to be a struggle and the way you can achieve it Her current favorites: Book: The Notebooks of Lazarus Long, Speaker: Sally Hogshead, and Podcast: Taboo Science More from Tamsen Webster Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 21 Her free gift to our listeners, The Compact Case Her new book, Say What They Can't Unhear: The 9 Principles of Lasting Change Website: https://tamsenwebster.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TamsenWebster/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsenwebster Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenwebster/ More from Tricia Join my Free Transformational Masterclass for Speakers Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

This week, I'm reading from Speaking While Female: 75 Extraordinary Speeches by American Women — an amazing book that my dear friend and community member Carol Lempert sent me. Dana Rubin authored this book, and you heard me read from it before back in Episode 562 when I read the speech "Homecoming Day" by Josephine Baker. Today, I'm sharing a trailblazing big talk Madeline Davis gave at the 1972 Democratic National Convention. In this episode, we'll explore: What happened when Davis, the first openly gay woman to speak at a national political convention, declared, "I am a woman and a lesbian" from the stage Powerful moments from her talk The historical context of the speech and other important social movements happening at the time The impact Davis had both from the stage and beyond it More from Tricia Join my Free Transformational Masterclass for Speakers Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com