The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

Today's guest, Robbie Samuels, is an award-winning author of four books that have collectively received over 900 Amazon reviews and reached #1 Best Seller in 30 categories. As a book launch strategist, he coaches entrepreneurs to build launch teams that generate referrals, grow their pipeline, and get 50+ Amazon reviews. He also designs and emcees virtual book launch parties that lead prospects to an offer. He founded the Biz Book Pub Hub, a community with dozens of experts ready to help entrepreneurs navigate writing, editing, publishing, and marketing their business books. He hosts the Biz Book Pub Hub Podcast and free virtual networking events for writers, authors, and speakers. In this episode, we'll explore: Why authors don't need to chase vanity metrics like Amazon #1 Bestseller status Understanding the difference between your publication date and your launch date The reason verified reviews matter, and how to calculate the right launch team size to get them How to use your book to build relationships that lead to speaking engagements, coaching clients, and collaborations Robbie's current favorites: Book: The Tipping Point, Speaker: Dorie Clark, and Podcast: Biz Book Pub Hub More from Robbie Samuels Robbie's free gift for our listeners: booklaunchbrainstorm.com Website: https://robbiesamuels.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/robbiesamuels LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/robbiesamuels Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/robbiesamuels More from Tricia Turn Your Expertise Into Influence, Income, and a Speaking Legacy during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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

Are you ready to close out your year with gratitude, wisdom, and a plan for sustainable success in 2026? Whether you're a speaker, leader, or someone striving to make an impact, this episode will help you reflect, reset, and move forward with clarity. This week, we're exploring: The importance of pausing to reflect before setting new goals—and why moving with intention beats moving from exhaustion How to honor your wins and extract wisdom from your biggest challenges Letting go of disappointments, outdated beliefs, and what no longer serves you Planning from wisdom instead of ego and building your support system Identifying where you're ready to stop playing small and step into your full potential More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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 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 equip them with comprehensive systems to skyrocket their impact and open doors to coveted stages. And that's what you'll hear in today's episode. In this episode, we'll explore: Working out your core message and mining for the idea that you uniquely have to share How to use your voice in a way that helps others rather than shames them Crafting a companion talk for your book and why it shouldn't sound exactly like your book Identifying the audience that needs to hear your talk, and seeing how it might be broader than you think More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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 joined by Jane Newman, an international speaker, entrepreneur, and coach. Jane writes and speaks on the urgent necessity of retaining our humanity in a techno-centric world. Based in Seoul, South Korea, she travels internationally, working with global thought leaders on reimagining AI and technology. Her message to live joyfully offers a necessary panacea to lives driven by efficiency and productivity. In this episode, we'll explore: The massive hidden impact AI is having on the climate What happens when technology fails us and there's no human to help Why Gen Z is struggling to envision an optimistic future Simple ways to reduce AI usage and create a rehumanized future Jane's current favorites: Book: The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran, Speaker: Tricia Brouk, and Podcast: What a Stranger Told Me More from Jane Newman Website: https://www.jane-newman.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-newman-writer-and-speaker/ More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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 deeply personal episode, I share the transformative experience I had in Mexico, where I had the privilege of witnessing the incredible journey of sea turtles. I relate this amazing experience to the concept of the "upper limit problem"—the invisible ceiling that holds us back when things are going well, as described by Gay Hendricks in "The Big Leap." I also share practical steps for recognizing and overcoming your self-sabotage patterns. Join me as we explore: What the upper limit problem is and how it shows up in our lives How self-sabotage can occur just as we're experiencing more love, success, or joy The powerful lessons learned from sea turtles about patience, discernment, and expanding capacity The importance of honoring your process and staying in integrity with yourself Practical steps to recognize and move beyond your own upper limit More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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, you'll hear a big talk from Maria DeLorenzis Reyes at the Speaker Salon Showcase. Maria is an executive leadership coach who specializes in challenging conventional norms and fostering cultures of belonging and high performance. As CEO and Founder of Training Innovations and MDR Brands, she has transformed over 1,600 companies across 8 sectors, delivered over 5,800 presentations and trained 200,000+ people. Her extensive knowledge and speaking skills make her a sought-after coach, consultant, and speaker. Maria is the creator and host of the "Finding the Upside" podcast and TV series. She is a Certified Personal Empowerment Coach (PECC), Master Level Certified NLP Coach, Master Practitioner of Hypnosis and TimeLine Therapy (TLT). In her inspiring talk, "Choosing To Be a Rebel Leader," she explores: Why most leadership promotions are fundamentally flawed The reason that 52% of people leave companies and the systems that need to change if we, as leaders, want them to stay How creating safe, supportive environments based on shared team identity doesn't just improve culture—it actually increases productivity and profitability The power we all have to lead and create belonging by ensuring others feel seen, heard, and valued—regardless of position or title More from Maria DeLorenzis Reyes Website: mariadr.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MariaDeLorenzisReyes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themariadr/ More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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 once again joined by an amazing speaker, client, and member of The Big Talk community, Kristina DiPalo. Kristina awakens people and organizations stuck between the future they imagined and the one they are living. Leveraging the concept of icons and iconoclasts, she uses her experience as a strategic leader to help clients break worn-out definitions and navigate toward a future of growth and possibility. In our conversation, Kristina shares her journey through a watershed moment—when her roles as wife, daughter, and professional were all shifting—and how reconnecting with the icons of her youth (Debbie Harry, Shirley Chisholm, Billie Jean King, and Millicent Fenwick) helped her realize she'd drifted from who she truly was. In this episode, we'll explore: How to identify your watershed moment—when what you are is out of alignment with who you are—and why the tension you feel is actually a powerful signal for change The difference between the roles you play (mom, professional, partner) and who you truly are at your core Why becoming an iconoclast doesn't mean dramatic life changes, but rather breaking small daily compromises that have steered you away from your authentic self How to use courage and faith to consciously redefine yourself when you realize you're living someone else's definition of who you should be Current Favorites: Books: The Last Temptation of Christ & Love in the Time of Cholera, Speaker: Spalding Gray, and Podcasts: The Iconic Podcast & The Bulwark Podcast More from Kristina DiPalo Her first appearances on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 555 and Episode 578 Website: https://kristinadipalo.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinadipalo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinadipalo/ More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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, we dive deep into one of the most important questions for leaders, speakers, and anyone seeking growth: "Is this still the truth?" You'll discover why the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and what we're capable of are often outdated—and how to spot them. You'll also learn practical steps to identify and rewrite the narratives that hold you back! In this episode, we'll explore: The difference between characteristics and character How to challenge limiting beliefs by replacing judgment with curiosity and collecting real evidence about yourself The three main categories where we get stuck: assumptions, imagined futures, and beliefs about ourselves The power of acting from your truth instead of your lies, and how this shift can impact not just you, but everyone around you More from Tricia Unlock your potential and grow your speaking business during The Art of The Big Talk, my LIVE Two-Day Virtual Masterclass Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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 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 equip them with comprehensive systems to skyrocket their impact and open doors to coveted stages. And that's what you'll hear in today's episode. In this episode, we'll explore: Why being nervous is actually a good thing Identifying what you're really good at, so you can turn it into your big talk idea How to make your audience feel valued and seen Breaking down why your idea is important, why it's important to you, and why it's important to the world (because, yes, these can be different and they all matter) More from Tricia Go from idea to stage-ready inside The Big Talk Academy Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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, Lulu Essey, is an Award-winning Executive Creative Director and certified Life Coach who transforms lives through her revolutionary approach of self-love as a success infrastructure. As the host of The Lulu Essey Podcast, she helps people worldwide move from seeking to breakthroughs using proven frameworks, showing us that sustainable transformation happens from the inside out. In this episode, we'll explore: Self-love as a success infrastructure and how to use Lulu's LOVE Framework in your daily practice Why you don't have to believe every thought you think Using self-compassion to transform crisis into a breakthrough Her current favorites: Book: The Prophet, Speakers: Elizabeth Gilbert and Brené Brown, Podcast: This Cultural Life More from Lulu Essey Her free guide that includes her LOVE Framework Website: https://www.luluessey.com Podcast: https://www.luluessey.com/podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucille-marie-essey/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lulu.essey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lulu.essey/ More from Tricia Go from idea to stage-ready inside The Big Talk Academy Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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