The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

Today, I'm excited to give you another glimpse into The Big Talk Academy Virtual Showcase. These amazing speakers from my signature program each have an important message to share. I know you will walk away fully inspired seeing how these change makers, influential voices, and thought leaders are making a difference in the world. This week's episode features Shannon Jeffrey Dobbs and his talk, "Why Supermarkets Are Killing America." Shannon has gone from Army veteran to small business owner, to nonprofit founder, to public speaker focused on sharing food security strategies with the world. Shannon leverages his experiences to paint a clear and compelling picture of how each of us can overcome environmental and personal health challenges. In this talk, he explores: Why many low-income and rural communities have been left without easy access to healthy food options How a significant amount of the food produced in the U.S. ends up as waste despite huge shortages at food banks The shortcomings of supermarkets and the need to rethink our food system The importance of accessible and affordable healthy food for everyone More from Shannon His book, Low-Hanging Fruit: Market-Based Strategies for a More Resilient Community Food System LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/on-common-ground-2b9b27226/ More from Tricia Join my Complimentary 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

Today, I am talking to the amazing and inspiring Fabienne Fredrickson. Fabienne is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, business coach, mentor, speaker, and Founder of Boldheart. Fabienne is a beloved mentor to thousands of women in business. She's the founder of the Leveraged Business Program, where she teaches entrepreneurs her proven framework for creating a self-sustaining business. She is also the author of The Leveraged Business: How You Can Go From Overwhelmed at 6-Figures to 7-Figures and Get Your Life Back. Her book is a definitive roadmap, showing women how to increase their income and impact, and how to do it with heart. In this episode, we'll explore: The importance of finding your voice and the unique power of women in business Why making a positive impact, embodying authenticity, and empowering yourself and others are essential aspects of successful entrepreneurship How to cultivate a supportive community as an entrepreneur and why this is crucial Her current favorites: Book: The Alchemist, Speaker: Oprah, and Podcast: The Goal Digger Podcast with Jenna Kutcher More from Fabienne Website: https://boldheart.com/ The Boldheart Business Documentary on YouTube A free copy of her book, The Leveraged Business Book Her TEDxNewBedford Talk 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

My latest book, The Invitation: Vital Conversations About Menopause, releases tomorrow, September 13th. And this week, we're dropping in with my co-author, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, for a tender and beautiful conversation about it. This is not a science-based book. It's literally a conversation between two women — Alexandra and myself. It's entertaining and intimate. The Invitation is a book for you. To support you. To make you laugh. To make you feel connected, safe, and empowered. In this conversation, we'll explore: Why I chose to write this book and what it was like for me to co-author it with Alexandra The importance of opening up a dialogue about menopause and its impact Fostering an understanding of the diverse experiences women go through during this phase of life The reason men can also benefit from reading this book More from Alexandra Our new book, The Invitation: Vital Conversations about Menopause Website: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intimacydoctor More from Tricia Discover more about my boutique publishing house, The Big Talk Press 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

Today, I'm excited to share another powerful talk from The Big Talk Academy Virtual Showcase. I love these episodes because they give you the opportunity to hear from speakers like you who are on their journeys to taking big stages. These episodes also give you the chance to listen to the live feedback these game-changing thought leaders receive from me at the showcase. This week's big talk, "How to Use Maslow's Hierarchy to Move Beyond the Limitations of Our Childhood Dreams," comes from Stephanie McAuliffe. Stephanie speaks, writes, and teaches on the human condition and the impact of our internalized energetic patterns. She specializes in personal transformation and multi-dimensional energy work. Founder of The Way of the Diamond Warrior, she's an avid cyclist, nature enthusiast, and lover of art and live music. In her talk, she explores: What kept her from dreaming during her childhood How she achieved self-actualization through external accomplishments Why external achievements are intoxicating but, ultimately, lead to disillusionment The way she began trusting herself to dream again and how you can do the same More from Stephanie Website: https://wayofthediamondwarrior.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniebmcauliffe/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanie_b_mcauliffe/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebmcauliffe/ 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

Today, I am joined by the amazing Nicole Kalil. Nicole is an in-demand speaker, coach, and host of the "This Is Woman's Work" podcast. She is also the author of the book Validation is for Parking. Nicole's passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining "Woman's Work" is both what keeps her up at night and what gets her up in the morning. She is obsessed with sharing how women can build their confidence. And she's continually giving them actionable tools to do it. In this episode, we'll explore: The importance of understanding and embracing your authentic self Why confidence is a choice and how it can be built How we can begin eliminating gender expectations when it comes to confidence Standing up for yourself, having difficult conversations, and handling challenging situations Nicole's current favorites: Book: A Man Called Ove, Speaker: Katty Kay, and Podcast: FRIED the Burnout Podcast More from Nicole Website: https://nicolekalil.com/ Her book, Validation is for Parking Her free gift, Designing Your Recovery Plan More from Tricia Join my Complimentary 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

I am notorious for leaving before a show is over. And today, I want to share with you why I do that. In this episode, I give you a little bit of insight into how my brain works by sharing the top 10 reasons I will leave a show at intermission. I'm also going to connect the dots on why the reasons that I leave a show at intermission are the same reasons you should leave situations in your business. In this episode, we'll explore: The lens through which I view every show I go to see The reasons I sometimes leave shows before they are over Red flags that signal it's time for you to leave a situation or relationship in your business Why making a decision in your business just to be nice is unfair to you, your team, and the person you are trying to be nice to More from Tricia Join my Complimentary 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

Today, I'm excited to give you another glimpse into The Big Talk Academy Virtual Showcase. These amazing speakers from my signature program each have an important message, and it is my privilege to share them with you. I know you will walk away fully inspired seeing how these change makers, influential voices, and thought leaders are making a difference in the world. This week's episode features Smriti Bhanti and her talk, "Loving ourselves is the first step to loving our environment." Smriti is a dynamic, charismatic leader and motivational speaker who was raised in India and resides in the UK. She is an ardent reader and nature lover. She embodies personal development and has raised her own consciousness and inspired others to do the same. In her talk, she explores: Struggling with self-worth, overwhelm, and feeling disconnected How she started practicing self-love and self-respect The way her transformation impacted her interactions with others and her environment Why choosing a more loving level of consciousness will lead to positive changes for current and future generations More from Smriti Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smritibhanti/ Her speaker profile: https://www.btaspeakers.com/speaker/smriti-bhanti/ More from Tricia Join my Complimentary 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

In today's episode, I am talking to the amazing Ellen Yin. Ellen is a speaker, course creator, and the founder of Cubicle to CEO. Her own Cubicle to CEO journey began when she quit her corporate marketing job without a backup plan. To date, she's mentored over 10,000 students through her online programs. You can catch her every week on the Cubicle to CEO podcast, where she shares the stories of women-owned and women-led businesses. In this episode, we'll explore: When Ellen's love for storytelling began and the pivotal moment that led her to pursue entrepreneurship Why it's so vital to tell the stories of women in business Normalizing conversations around money and success Ellen's current favorites: Books: The Genius Zone & Born to Shine, Speaker: Taylor Swift, and Podcast: The Crazy Ones More from Ellen The Cubicle to CEO Podcast Instagram: @missellenyin & @cubicletoceo 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

Today, I talk about something that many leaders find challenging — asking for help. As highly driven people, we get so comfortable doing everything ourselves. And all too often, we feel like asking for help will be experienced as a weakness. However, I'm here to say that asking for help is actually a strength and something that can increase your productivity, your influence, and your impact. As leaders, we need to be keenly aware of how we show up in all circumstances of our lives, and this includes the seasons when we need more support. In this episode, we'll explore: Showing up authentically and consistently The profound grief I've been experiencing recently How to ask for help — especially when you're used to handling things on your own Why asking for help makes you a great leader 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

Today, I'm excited to share another amazing talk from The Big Talk Academy Virtual Showcase. These speakers inside this program work incredibly hard crafting, memorizing, and performing these talks, and it is my privilege to share them with you on the podcast. In addition to sharing today's talk, I am also excited to announce that right now you have a chance to take the same journey as these game-changing thought leaders inside The Big Talk Academy! This is my signature speaker certification program that provides you with the guidance, mentorship, feedback, and community you need to step onto the big stages you're meant for. And the window for enrollment is currently open! If you're ready to take your place as the go-to thought leader in your industry, I invite you to join us beginning August 14th. Learn more about The Big Talk Academy HERE. This week's Virtual Showcase talk, "Reporting Rape is a Divine Gift. Here's why…" is from Alejandra L Valenzuela. Alejandra is a captivating motivational speaker, life coach, and modern-day mystic who inspires audiences to look at life through a deeper lens. She is intimately attuned to the rhythms of the earth, moon, and stars and teaches others how to rebuild these sacred relationships to find connection and purpose. In her talk, she explores: Why she initially didn't report being raped and the impact it had on her life The shift she experienced that led her to report when she was assaulted again How reporting can be an empowering step in the healing journey The need for compassion, empathy, and speaking out against violence More from Alejandra Her Youtube Channel Her Facebook Group, Wildflowers Within Sisterhood More from Tricia Take the big stages you're meant for inside The Big Talk Academy 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