Finding Your Voice: Mastering Impactful Communication and Overcoming Public Speaking Fears with Tricia Brouk

Tricia's Speech Direction and Impact Tricia, a former professional dancer and choreographer, now directs and produces for film, television, and theater. She founded her company, The Big Talk, to help thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals effectively communicate for impact. Tricia has worked with numerous high-profile clients, including mayoral candidates and World Economic Forum speakers. She aims to unite humanity through effective speech. Michael acknowledged the importance of Tricia's work, particularly in the context of AI and global leadership. Effective Communication and Emotional Connection Michael discussed the importance of effective communication and emotional connection in presentations, using examples from a recent session he attended. He emphasized the need to understand the motivations and perspectives of others, rather than just presenting facts, to foster transformative change. Michael also shared his journey from a small town in Missouri to New York, highlighting the leadership lessons he learned. Tricia agreed with Michael's points. Responsible Leadership and Inclusive Voices Tricia emphasized the importance of understanding one's voice and using it responsibly, internally and externally. She shared her experiences as a young dancer and later as a director, highlighting the need to create a safe space for others to explore their truths. Tricia stressed the value of differing opinions and the need to respect all voices, regardless of political views. She concluded by expressing her desire to leave a legacy of inclusivity and modeling responsible leadership. Michael agreed with Tricia's views. Embracing Personal Experiences for Growth Michael and Tricia discussed the importance of finding one's voice and embracing personal experiences, both positive and negative, to grow and overcome challenges. Michael shared his journey of burnout and recovery, emphasizing the value of self-reflection and self-improvement. Tricia highlighted the power of vulnerability and the impact of sharing one's story. They both agreed on the significance of amplifying one's voice to make a positive societal difference. Overcoming Public Speaking Fears Tricia and Michael discussed their experiences with public speaking and overcoming fears. Tricia shared her work with an endodontist who transformed her fear of speaking into a successful career and offered a free on-demand masterclass on her website to help others. Michael recounted his experience overcoming public speaking fears due to chickenpox and emphasized the importance of sharing personal stories to connect with others.    Free offer: https://livemasterclass.triciabrouk.com/command-any-room1 Website:  https://triciabrouk.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/triciabrouk/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tricia_brouk Podcast:  https://triciabrouk.com/podcast/