The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

This episode was inspired by an opportunity I had a few months ago to speak at the Breakout Book Workshop with publicist Dana Kaye. Dana helps authors navigate the challenging world of publicity, and she asked me to come and talk with her amazing authors about speaking. Of course, I said yes! And today, I'm giving you access to all of the insight I had to share with these experts in their industries, so you can use it on your speaking journey as well. In this episode, we'll explore: The characteristics of top speakers The differences between speaking onstage versus Zoom How in-person appearances convey your brand — with things such as style, tone, and topics What speakers never should do from stage and what they always should do from stage More from Tricia Consistently Share Your Big Idea with Secrets of The Big Talk Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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 show is another in a series of bonus episodes each featuring one of the incredible talks given by my participants in The Big Talk Academy as a part of our Virtual Showcase. This showcase is the culmination of their hard work as they cross the finish line to become certified speakers. These episodes give you a peek behind the scenes to witness the amazing Big Talks presented and also give you exclusive access to my live feedback and the direction I give to each speaker immediately following their performances. This week's episode features Andrea Sanchez and her talk, How I Realized I Was Good Enough To Change the World. Andrea Sanchez is a leadership and communications enthusiast. Having intense passion for daring people to think differently, she hosts #DareToBe chats on Twitter and leads a monthly WORTHY: Rally for Hope & Kindness. Andrea is a top writer on inspiration and leadership on Medium and believes everyone's voice has purpose. In this potent talk about her own near-death experience, Andrea shares with us all about our purpose on Earth. In her talk, she explores: The thoughts that were going through her head when she faced possible death and her reaction afterward The question we all ask ourselves during challenging times and what those times teach us The people-pleasing epidemic and how it affects us How to become the person you are supposed to be More from Andrea Website: https://www.sparkstory.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acsanchez/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/asanchez16 More from Tricia Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community Download my FREE Ebook: 7 Step Formula for Fearless Speaking 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, we're talking about what it means to be vulnerable and how choosing vulnerability allows you to not only be yourself, but allows you to also elevate and uplift those around you. For this conversation, I'm joined by the incredible and inspiring Mark Sephton. Mark is a personal mentor to entrepreneurs. His mission to help others has seen him break into global markets while working with startups and millionaire entrepreneurs worldwide. Mark's love for entrepreneurship has been expressed through serving as TV host of the show "One More Round." When not on the big screen, Mark is a regular contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine and Brainz Magazine and a speaker for corporate events, entrepreneurship summits, and major conferences worldwide. His personal and professional development expertise has positioned him as an expert in the industry, resulting in transformational experiences for audiences, clients, and businesses alike. In this episode, we'll explore: How past pain and experiences shaped Mark into the empathetic leader he is now His mission to elevate and uplift, and why being vulnerable is a crucial part of that Authentically showing up and leading from the heart instead of your ego His amazing GPS system that allows him to highlight blind spots, efficiencies, and deficiencies Mark's current favorites — Book: The Crossing, Speaker: Brené Brown, and Podcast: T.D. Jakes and Tim Ferriss More from Mark His new book, Mark of a Man Website: https://marksephton.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marksephtonmentor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksephtonbusinessmentor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sephtonmark/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkSephton More from Tricia Join The Big Talk Membership Community Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy 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 recorded this episode during Week 1 of the The Big Talk Academy Spring 2022 cohort. And during our first group call, in addition to welcoming one another and stating our intentions for the program, we also took a moment to acknowledge everything happening in Ukraine. We shared a moment of silence and energetically sent our love to the people there. I also shared my thoughts on the incredible leadership of President Zelenskyy and the power of his influential voice during this time of great sadness and despair. I pointed out that each member of The Big Talk Academy can also be an influential voice in the world, too. And today, I want to extend that same message to you. In this episode, we'll explore: The responsibility and urgency of sharing your truth and using your voice The time I spent in Russia in 1991 as a dancer and what I learned from that experience Why effective communication is more important now than ever The need for trust from your audience More from Tricia Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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 show is another in a series of bonus episodes each featuring one of the incredible talks given by my participants in The Big Talk Academy as a part of our Virtual Showcase. This showcase is the culmination of their hard work as they cross the finish line to become certified speakers. These episodes give you a peek behind the scenes to witness the amazing Big Talks presented and also give you exclusive access to my live feedback and the direction I give to each speaker immediately following their performances. This week's episode features Wendy Christie and her talk, Michelangelo's Missive. Wendy trained as a pianist in her early years, before realizing how the power of words can transform and shape others in the way music can transform and move an audience. Currently living and working at one of New Zealand's finest locations among the plains and alpine regions of the south island, Wendy has sought opportunities to speak about the power of music in education systems often founded on economic interests, in New Zealand and around the world. In her moving talk, Wendy shares how the power of music education is often too easily overlooked for its ability to empower the inner lives of children. In this talk, she explores: The experience of her first big piano performance How music impacts the lives of children The failings of the current education system The impact you can make by using your voice More from Wendy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WendyChristie01 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-christie-36912595/ More from Tricia Consistently Share Your Big Idea with Secrets of The Big Talk Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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 of The Big Talk podcast, we're talking about how to take control of your own life to heal from past traumas and step into being the person you truly want to be. We're also uncovering why this deeply personal work is necessary if you want to fully use your voice and lead others with impact. This week, I am so excited to be joined by Dr. Jay LaGuardia for this amazing conversation. Dr. Jay is a Podcast host, wellness expert, Amazon Bestselling Author, coach, Entrepreneur, blogger, and accelerator of dreams. He has been a lifelong learner in the fields of physical fitness, nutrition, wellness, neurology, neuroscience, brain function, and the habits of success. In a career spanning over 25 years, he was able to mentor countless individuals on both business and personal development. Dr. Jay is a highly sought-after speaker, having lectured throughout the United States and internationally. His topics are wide-ranging but often focus on maximizing human potential. His simple yet powerful teaching approach has been known to inspire his audiences. We start our conversation with Dr. Jay sharing about the tumultuous childhood that left him with a lot of anger and resentment. This anger followed him destructively into adulthood and led to a lot of volatility in his life and relationships. Thankfully, he had a wake-up call that led him to the world of personal development and personal growth. And as he so perfectly put it, his mess eventually became his message. Now, Dr. Jay inspires millions of people around the world to experience the same kind of growth and to take control of their mindset and lives, so they can fulfill their destinies, too. In this episode, we'll explore: The difference between his early volatile voice and his voice now Speaking and leading from a place of empathy and mindfulness Why the people in your life will show up as a reflection of who you are and how you are showing up The 8 habits you need to change your mindset and ultimately change your destiny Dr. Jay's current favorites — Book: Think and Grow Rich, Speaker: Simon Sinek, and Podcast: Entrepreneurs on Fire and The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast More from Dr. Jay His book, Change Your Mind Change Your Destiny Website: https://www.drjlaguardia.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jay.laguardia Twitter: https://twitter.com/OolaCoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjaylaguardia/ More from Tricia Go From Uncertain…to UNSTOPPABLE! with My Free Masterclass Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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 on the podcast, I'm deconstructing the why behind what I do for success in my business and my life. Everything I do has intention behind it, and today we're diving into the what, the why, and the how behind the decisions I make and the habits I've created for myself. I am hoping by sharing my intentions with you that it will help you bring more intention and attention to your families, communities, lives, and businesses as well. In this episode, we'll explore: Why I get up so early in the morning every day (for even more insight into my mornings listen to Ep. 322) How I start each week and why I do this The reasons behind choices in my business — including my brand colors, my logo, and even my email signature How I transition from the end of my work day into my time with Joe in the evenings The intentions behind my clothing choices More from Tricia Consistently Share Your Big Idea with Secrets of The Big Talk Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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

We Are All Connected to Each Other Today's show is another in a series of bonus episodes each featuring one of the phenomenal talks given by my participants in The Big Talk Academy as a part of our Virtual Showcase. This showcase is the culmination of their hard work as they cross the finish line to become certified speakers. These episodes give you a peek behind the scenes to witness the amazing Big Talks presented and also give you exclusive access to my live feedback and the direction I give to each speaker immediately following their performances. This week's episode features Jill Strickland Brown and her talk, Stories that thread us together. Jill is an entrepreneur, author, and founder of Frox, making her way in the fashion industry for more than 30 years, including working as a seven-figure sales rep and owning successful luxury boutiques. She organizes events to connect with and empower women. She is the author of Behind the Button and a featured contributor in the book Success Reimagined. In her powerful talk, Jill shares how, when you allow yourself to be vulnerable and share your story, you realize that you are not alone. We are all interwoven, and we are all connected. In this talk, she explores: How our challenges make us stronger The transformative power of feeling seen What happens when you tell your story and when you ask for help Helping others see the beauty in themselves and their stories More from Jill Facebook: https://facebook.com/jillstricklandbrown/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillstricklandbrown/ More from Tricia Consistently Share Your Big Idea with Secrets of The Big Talk Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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

What Do Live Coaching Sessions with Me as a Coach Look Like? In this episode of The Big Talk, I'm giving you an insider's look into what it's like to work with me as a coach. For these live coaching sessions, I am joined by members of The Big Talk Community: Sharyl West Loeung, Sonja Pemberton, and Dina Gregory. Each of these women is an integral part of our community of game-changing speakers, and I'm honored to continue guiding them in this group coaching call. As you'll hear in our conversation, each of these speakers came to the table needing different types of support, and we cover it all and more! I invite you to grab a pen and paper as you listen and take notes as though this coaching advice is meant just for you. In this episode, we'll explore: How to uplevel your visibility and own your voice as a speaker Developing markets for the work you're doing Showing up boldly on social media and making your desires to take big stages obvious Choosing speaking opportunities that are aligned with your goals Building trust in yourself and moving through limiting beliefs More from Dina: https://iamdinagregory.com/ More from Sonja: https://youtu.be/egCIvkSeQok More from Sharyl: https://kardiahouse.com/ Additional Resource: Trust by Iyanla Vanzant More from Tricia Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Join The Big Talk Membership Community 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

Passing the Three Doors of Liberation In this episode, I'm taking you inside my private community for one of our trainings. In The Big Talk Membership Community, the community members and I meet once a quarter so that I can lead a training or share something that's on my heart to open up a discussion or dialogue inside of the container of our membership. In this episode, you will hear what we talked about recently when I was studying an episode of The Way Out Is In podcast about the three doors to liberation. In this conversation, I talk about how privileged I was to hear the late Thich Nhat Hanh speak and about the power of his voice. At the time of this community discussion, he was living in the Plum Village in France and has since passed. I will forever be in gratitude for his teachings and all he offered the world. In this episode, we'll explore: How to know if you are doing enough and why I always come back to love The late Thich Nhat Hanh and The Way Out Is In podcast — which I highly recommend The philosophy of the three doors of liberation and insight into what the three doors mean to me The legacy that you are building and being fully present now More from Tricia Join The Big Talk Membership Community Order my book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy Download my FREE Ebook: 7 Step Formula for Fearless Speaking 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