Kelsey O'Connor was a D1 student-athlete at North Carolina State University until she suffered a traumatic brain injury that abruptly... more

I recently read a study on dopamine that completely changed how I look at my work and life.It initially shocked... more

As a speaker, you always want to reach the point of high-flying careers that take you worldwide, but that also... more

In our culture, "Making it" usually means being an Oprah or Sara Blakely, appearing on a reality TV show, or... more

Therese Gopaul-Robinson knew it was time for a raise. She asked for a meeting, practiced her speech, and had her... more

Imagine you had an assistant that could fit in your pocket and tell you any information you desired. "How many stars... more

Lindsey Epperly has grown her travel business from a one-woman operation to a team of 80 (!!). It has been... more

Did you know that most folks are more scared of public speaking than they are of sharks? It’s crazy, but... more

You know that passive income everyone raves about, where you wake up to find a couple thousand extra dollars in... more

Over a bowl of popcorn shrimp a few months after our wedding, my husband and I decided to put our... more

What's your morning routine? You’ve likely come across countless reels and TikToks suggesting that you meditate each morning, cultivate gratitude,... more

When we look at successful businesspeople, we assume they had a clear business plan, were surrounded by helpful resources, and... more

Ever wonder about the differences between workshops and keynotes? Katie Quesada, keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and storytelling consultant, believes workshops... more

We usually see things as black and white, especially when trying something new.So, how can we shift that mindset? There's just... more

How can we as speakers expand our networks to meet some amazing people and, probably more importantly, secure speaking engagements?... more

In today’s special episode, I share a keynote showcase of one of my talks from Inman Connect, one of the... more

Getting up on stage and feeling confident about yourself, it's one of the biggest challenges we face on stage. Because... more

Perfectionists are good at a lot of things, but they are not good at being beginners.  Does that sound like... more

Before becoming a Mic Drop Academy alum, Cassandra was already well-versed in public speaking as a communication expert and professor... more

We've all faced it before: the dreaded FOMO.Sometimes, it feels like a double-edged sword. You don't want to miss any... more

Antonio Neves saw a problem: he couldn't find the right content for balancing personal growth and family relationships, especially as... more

 Have you ever asked yourself, "Am I where I should be at this point in my life?" or "Am I... more

Amy Porterfield really wanted freedom, flexibility, and autonomy in her career.She entered the digital course industry, which allowed her to... more

Are you constantly chasing the next big thing, only to find that the satisfaction you hoped for remains just out... more

Sprakkar: an ancient Icelandish word that means "extraordinary women".Our guest today is the First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid. Not... more

Women’s voices have historically been suppressed, but just being aware of this can help them navigate today's gender landscape. Public... more

Millennials and Gen Z are the most anxious generations in history. Let that sink in - the most anxious generations... more

Sometimes, beating anxiety means stepping out of your comfort zone, and Jess has shared a personal experience of how she... more

When Corrie LoGuidice was juggling a high stress career as a Senior Vice President while being a single parent, she... more

Do you remember what you wanted to be when you grew up? Maybe you’re doing something close to what you wanted... more

Feedback and email capture are essential for speaker success, but they can also feel a bit self-serving. So, how can... more

Do you remember the last time you were bored? Like, truly bored?Nothing to read, nothing to scroll, nothing to listen... more

"Every time we see somebody accomplish anything, it should always be a reminder to us that we can accomplish anything."... more

When Jess worked at Disney World, she saw the same two custodians every day—one who despised the job and the... more

Is balancing a successful business with family life, self-care, friends, and sleep achievable?Our guest, Kate Rosenow, is a business systems... more

When Jess took her daughter Ellie on her first flight, she survived two meltdowns—and only one of them was from... more

How do you juggle being an entrepreneur, mom, and keynote speaker? Meet Megan Reilly, the founder behind Tippi Toes's children's... more

A major hurdle we face as achievers is the "Wanting Mind." This mindset is consistently dissatisfied, hindering our ability to... more

As the VP of a marketing agency in 2019, Melanie Borden had zero digital footprint.  But she decided it was... more

Jess has a personal Aesop tale that shifted her views on positive and negative thoughts, luck, and she's sharing the... more