The #SpeakEasy Podcast

With experience comes wisdom and wisdom helps us maneuver the journey to success a little easier. Life is about attitude even though many are simply focused on the altitude. Wisdom gems were dropped during today's episode with 81 year old entrepreneur David Selley including his push for us to go far. Focus Action Results - FARHaving the courage to act on the ideas that you have is how you are able to build a legacy. I know for some that may sound a little off. Many only relate legacy with finances but legacy is so much bigger than that. It includes the memories we create and pass down. The life and business lessons we have learned are also a part of the legacy we leave behind. So, here is the big question to ask yourself. What kind of legacy do I want to leave my grand kids? Married 60 years. Kick butt pro-active highly focused and centered pro-active senior on a mission to help others. Serial entrepreneur at www.IEA777.com with global businesses and now a Guinness record underway in the publishing arena ( oldest author to publish the most books in one year) www.famous50.com I am blessed.Main website at www.davidselley.net

#blackwomenequalpayday is a hot button topic centered around equal pay for equal work. Twitter and Facebook were all a buzz with the discussion and as an African American woman I have seen my fair share of this. What people often don't talk about is how this happens in areas outside of corporate america. I have had some hard headed and soft behind moments that opened my eyes to three key elements that can make a huge difference. Ask - Asking for what you want and being okay to walk away from things that don't line up. Research - So you know current trends, topics and can show up as the expert in your industry.Network - Oh this is the one where many fall short. Networking is more than sharing a business card and requires real conversations online and offline. These three things may seem like simple tasks to implement but I can guarantee that many Speakers and Authors are lacking in at least one of them. Why, you may be asking. Well, to put it simply, we are heavily comparing ourselves instead of being the expert in our industry. I see it time after time where we settle because of lack of confidence in our own knowledge. The shift from doing this as a hobby and doing this as a full time business is found in these three actions. Don't believe me? Getting started now on doing all three CONSISTENTLY and then let me know what happens. You will see a significant change in engagement and opportunities. I know that I did. I would love to hear your experience with not being paid what you were worth. Altovise Pelzer is an Award winning Speaker, Author, Live Streamer, Coach and founder of the World Voice League. She also hosts the #SpeakEasy Podcast, your #1 Podcast for unscripted perspectives on becoming and staying a successfully paid Author or Speaker. At her core, she is mom of four, will break out into impromptu dance parties, take a beach trip or read a book.Homelessness and molestation greatly affected Altovise. She hit a turning point in her life after decades of being silent about her molestation story even after finding out both her girls were molested. This was the catalyst for her decision to motivate women to “Leverage Their Life’s Circumstances” by learning to love their voice. She takes women from abuse to applause by equipping them to Define, Accept and Use their Voice as a Speaker, Author or Entrepreneur. Social Mediawww.instagram.com/worldvoiceleague www.facebook.com/worldvoiceleague

Branding is always such a hot button topic when it comes to entrepreneurship. Did you realize that it is also very important for Speakers and Authors to understand branding as well? Most write books, speak on stages and launch things without a clear understanding of what their brand identity really is. In today's episode, Marshall shares some the key elements of building a successful brand along with insight into how he was able to create his brand 120 Design studio. Marshall dropped some gems about how he acquired his first clients and where you will see him next on his journey. He also shares insight on his appreciation of the first few clients that allowed him to do work for them. Marshall is a graphic designer, brand consultant, and CEO of 120 Design Studio, LLC, one of the highest-rated graphic design agencies in the United States. His agency specializes in helping authors, speakers, coaches and solopreneurs in two major areas where they consistently fall short: their visual brand identity and online presence. His keen sense of design and attention to detail helps his clients increase brand awareness, credibility and sales.In less than three years, Marshall has entered the graphic design space, helped over 300 clients and has built 120 Design Studio into a six-figure agency. Marshall and his team enjoy helping their clients ensure the quality of their visual brand matches the quality of their services, products, and other offerings. When Marshall isn't sipping coffee and obsessing over color palettes, he's spending time with his wife and four children. Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)Instagram: @marshallfox@marshallfox

Ramona J. Smith is an international award-winning public speaker who holds the prestigious titleof the 2018 World Champion of Public Speaking. She is a powerhouse, a gracious womanbeyond measure one who courageously surpassed over 30,000 people to receive such anillustrious honor. Her ubiquitous stage presence and poised intellectual delivery of varioustopics has made Ramona one of the most sought-after public speakers in the world.Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, audiences admire her unrivaled ability to captivate andconnect with individuals from across the globe of all races and ethnicities. She has given keynoteaddresses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Braziland India. Ramona has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations with a minor in Marketing fromthe famed Baldwin Wallace University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She is currently pursuingan Executive MBA from Prairie View A&M University in Houston, Texas. Ramona spends a great deal of her time traveling the world delivering encouraging messages ofhope, triumph, perseverance, leadership and love. She has been featured on Forbes.com,Business Insider, INC.com, and a number of other creditable news outlets. When she is nottouring the world, you can find Ramona speaking on a smaller stage inspiring students in theclassroom to go after their goals. In addition to being an educator, author and poet; her greatestjoy is being mother to her son.

The #SpeakEasy and #worldvoiceleague Community sends our condolences and prayers to those affected by the tragic recent events. With so many mass shootings and other things occurring nationwide, trauma is at an all time high. There are many going through trauma in silence but we don't need to. In today's episode we discussed ways to handle trauma and the triggers associated with it. There are many different ways to cop with the feelings associated with a traumatic event especially when it is viewed worldwide. Janine Naus is a grief and trauma relief specialist, certified life, spiritual and energetic coach, and also a certified Calm, Accepting, Resilient & Empathetic (CARE) trauma practitioner.She is the author of the Creating Heaven Wherever I Am® book series which focuses on self-help topics including overcoming trauma. In addition to offering one-on-one coaching and online group programs, she is the founder of the Breaking the Silence Summit, which covers a different trauma-related topic every year.Janine’s personal experience with trauma has given rise to her ability to be empathetic and sensitive to her clients’ needs while using a broad range of coaching tools and techniques to design a unique plan for each. Her blog posts have garnered nearly 1000 followers, and she runs an active Facebook group called Bridge to Healing Community.She is featured as an expert in overcoming trauma in the upcoming book The One Thing Every Mom Needs to Know. Janine lives in Chesapeake Beach, MD.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)https://www.facebook.com/janine.naushttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bridgetohealing/ (this is my Facebook group for women who seek to heal from trauma (physical, emotional, and sexual))https://twitter.com/janine_naus

Let's be honest, everyone would like to be able to feel like a champion. There are slogans and speeches all geared towards igniting the champion within you. Most leave out some key details about the process like leaving the cape at home. (They look good in the movies...sometimes.) In this episode Donnie shares his journey as a champion and how he empowers others to tap into that champion within them. Donnie gave us quite a few drop the mic moments that you may want to write down so be sure to have your notebook for this one. Donnie Boivin has over two decades of experience in sales and he’s going toshow you what it means to be awesome in your business. He’s an expert salesprofessional and top 200 iTunes Business podcaster.At the age of 40, he discovered he had been living other people’s dreams andnot chasing his own. Taking the biggest risk in his life, he jumped out andstarted a business. Although he had great success at the start, he quicklyunderstood he knew nothing about being a business owner. Through learningfrom the mistakes and being at the brink of failure, he gained the experience,perseverance and attitude required to succeed.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)Twitter @DonnieBoivinInstagram @Donnie.BoivinFacebook @Donniebsuccess

Ever have that "morning after" feeling after making a decision? I don't just mean like bad relationship choice either. I mean the bad business deal, the wrong event planner, the inexperienced coach that lead you down a rabbit hole type of "morning after". It happens a whole lot more than it should due to celebrity endorsements and FOMO. (Fear of missing out) It can be a damaging step within your business if you are not careful. In today's episode, Samantha shares some tips on ways that you can make better decisions and how to handle the decisions that didn't work out so well. You may look at having a list in whole new light after today. I am Samantha R. White, C.P.C., your trusted Black Grief Coach. As a certified professional coach, I have been helping African American women with their grief and mourning needs by offering my support, professionalism and Christian principles. I have spent my life helping Black women transition from grief to peace. I have an extensive educational background including a Masters in Developmental Psychology and a Bachelors in Business Management minor in Psychology. I am a professionally recognized life coach and believe that I was blessed with the natural ability to address the specific needs and interests of African American women who are suffering from grief.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)www.facebook.com/consultpositivityhttp://linkedin.com/in/consultpositivitywww.instagram.com/consultpositivitywww.consultpositivity.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEHc0WNkaTbSvDxK7voo8tAhttps://mobile.twitter.com/ConsultPositiv1

Divorce, among other circumstances in life, can leave you feeling like you've failed. You fond yourself looking internally to attempt to find something that may be broken with you. You question decisions and rethink every little thing within your past. In this episode Rochelle talked about her journey through that "cracked egg" mindset and how it affects your journey when it comes to writing and speaking. She dropped some jewels about the writing process for those that are sharing personal stories as well as the impact your story can have on many people. Oh, and we even discussed our journeys with accepting the title of our books. (Yes, I said accepting..) Hi, I'm Stephanie Rochelle of Stephanie Rochelle Consulting. I'm a new amazon author. My book is called "A Cracked Egg - A story of loss and love to Resilient Overcomer". I support women in finding Power in their Pain so they can move forward in renewed clarity, mindset, confidence and fearless determination as they walk out their new normal.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)stephanie smith (personal page)stephanie rochelle consulting (FB & IG)

Health and wellness have become a huge topic within recent years as the world comes off of an addiction to fast food. Many have turned to alternative health options from being a vegetarian to using essential oils. One of the healthy options that many do not talk about as much is meditation. As a business owner, spouse, parent etc there are many stresses throughout the day. Meditation is an option that is now even being looked at in schools to calm children down and help them to focus. When our guest today found herself wanting to heal the world she was immediately drawn to meditation. Born intuitive, spreading healing since a very young age in India, Durga touched so many lives all over the world. After a circuitous journey, including moving to the United States and obtaining a master’s degree, and working in the tech industry for over a decade, Durga realized her true calling was in helping others heal. Even her Engineering studies and decade long career in corporate couldn’t keep her separated from her work.When other kids were busy partying she was busy healing and working towards her certification in coaching, perfecting her skills and serving the World. She has been teaching stress management techniques, Yoga, Meditation for 15+ years starting from small kids age 3 and up, teenagers, university students, and Adults.Every cell of her body was happy when she was healing in all her roles.She is a certified yoga and Meditation teacher, Marma therapist, Relationship and Spiritual coach.The spirit kept telling her that she should dive into this WORLD completely even though her technical brains said otherwise. Then in 2013 Durga took the leap of faith and founded Be Free Now LLC by leaving her flourishing career in corporate to do what she loves doing the best healing and serving the World.“Through my healings, coaching and other modalities, I am able to assist others in getting in touch with their innermost being and through a deeper knowing within themselves, eventually feel empowered. The awakening love and joy they experience within themselves will continue to grow through sharing.” (Durga). www.befreecoaching.comSocial Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)https://www.facebook.com/befreecoachingandhealing/Twitter: @ befreecoachhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/durga-m-679b8115a/

Ads, ads, and more ads! The ad industry is one that can benefit your business with the right strategy and help. Unfortunately, many find themselves testing out an ad and then having a sour face. You know, like when a child first tries broccoli. (Yes I went there) Everyone is saying it is good for us but they missed telling us about adding lovely things like cheese or margarine to give it some taste. lol That is Spanky's lane and he is a skilled driver. In this episode you'll understand where the name Spanky came from and it is a story you will not forget. Ken also shared some gems that he dropped about success, relationships, blogging and storytelling. You will want to have a notepad and pen ready for this one. Ken "Spanky" Moskowitz, marketer, speaker, and author, is the Founder and CEO of AdZombies, an online copywriting business. AdZombies creates copy for thousands of businesses worldwide on a monthly basis. From Facebook Ads, to landing pages and email sequences, Ken and his team write words for nearly every industry imaginable. AdZombies is now the single largest producer of Facebook Ads on the platform. On any given day, 4,000-5,000 Ads, created by AdZombies are live on Facebook.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/spankymoskowitz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adzombiesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/adzombies/

Josh Kelly is the Co-Founder of RevuKangaroo, the world’s leading reputation management system, an automated SAAS business that has helped generate countless reviews for businesses on places like Google, Yelp, Facebook and more as well as growing actual revenue for clients, sometimes in the tens of millions of dollars.Before devoting his work fulltime to RevuKangaroo, Josh had an extensive background in marketing, working at companies like Bonneville International, Parker and Sons, Dial America and eventually starting his own marketing firms- Diversified Marketing Group (DMG) Inc and Clover Marketing.He helped his own family business, a local heating, cooling and plumbing company in Phoenix, grow from $7 million in revenue to over $100 million in just 14 years and he has been featured on stages with the Zig Zigler Foundation, Dave Yoho and EGIA as well as major platforms like CBS, Fox and NBC.Josh currently lives in Phoenix but works around the world.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-kelly-revukangaroo/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RevuKangaroo/

I recently checked out an interview with John Green, author of Fault in Our Stars, and i loved every bit of it. The struggle is REAL! We each have an opportunity to turn that struggle into strength. From divorce to being fired from a job, there is someone that wants to read, watch or hear your story. It empowers the next person and creates a movement. John spoke on this during his interview which sparked a few memories from my own journey. In this episode we discuss what it looks like to have your struggle be transformed into strength. Altovise Pelzer is an Award winning Speaker, Author, Live Streamer, Coach and founder of the World Voice League. She also hosts the #SpeakEasy Podcast, your #1 Podcast for unscripted perspectives on becoming and staying a successfully paid Author or Speaker. At her core, she is mom of four, will break out into impromptu dance parties, take a beach trip or read a book.Homelessness and molestation greatly affected Altovise. She hit a turning point in her life after decades of being silent about her molestation story even after finding out both her girls were molested. This was the catalyst for her decision to motivate women to “Leverage Their Life’s Circumstances” by learning to love their voice. She takes women from abuse to applause by equipping them to Define, Accept and Use their Voice as a Speaker, Author or Entrepreneur. Social Mediawww.instagram.com/worldvoiceleague www.facebook.com/worldvoiceleague

As a speaker, it is important that you learn what it means to Discover, Develop and Deliver your signature story. There is a false perception that you should replicate what the greats have done in order to become great. While this can help you in some ways when it comes to your signature story this can hurt you. It is your signature that builds the know like and trust factor between you and your audience. That story should include a setting, character, conflict and resolution. (You know, like the good cartoons you watched as a child) You give your audience a reason to listen to you story and the way that they will remember you. In this episode RK III (Robert) gave us insight into how to Discover, Develop and Discover your signature story through the EASE framework. Robert Kennedy III wants to live in a world where people are no longer afraid toconfidently tell their stories...and they can also eat Reese's Peanut Butter cups forevery meal without any repercussions.His work as a keynote speaker and trainer in the area of leadership communication hasled him to work with organizations such as the US Coast Guard, Barnes & Noble,Panda Restaurant Group, Pennsylvania Parks & Recreation, Comscore as well asappearances on local networks like Fox45 and CW24.He is involved in his community through various community boards including theAssociation for Talent Development Maryland Chapter, youth leadership programs andhelping non-profits conduct mock interviews. He is also a professional member of theNational Speakers Association.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)LI - http://www.linkedin.com/in/robertkennedy3IG - instagram.com/robertkennedy3Twitter - twitter.com/robertkennedy3FB - facebook.com/robertkennedyiii

When it comes to giving your 2 cents it may often seem like you are walking across thin ice. This is even more evident when share advice with those who are closest to you. As a speaker, have you looked at what you share on stage as your 2 cents? Many don't. We have been taught that we are to show up as the expert in a certain industry but very few are taught how that information will be received. Honestly we don't know. Once you begin to do work on yourself then how you interact with others will change. That will include how you speak to people and share your 2 cents. There is a shift from talking at people to bringing people into your journey through storytelling. So many believe that storytelling is just the art of being able to tell someone your message with memorable stories but it goes a little deeper. You actually share your wisdom with each story. Today's guest, Kai, is sharing how her journey lead her to getting to version 2.0 of herself and what it means for her family. She shares how the experiences of life can change you and inspire other people. Kai E Yaniz is a native-born Floridian. She loves to travel, read, make others laugh, and save money. She considers herself a consummate teacher about life and personal relationships. She resides in sunny Tampa, Florida with her husband and daughter.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kai-yaniz-mba-cams-a34b842/Twitter: @thevaultkeyllcFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kproctor3

The average speaker looks for average opportunities and does the average amount of networking to get it. (If they get it at all) There are some things that become lost in translation when it comes to being a successfully paid speaker. Well, this episode is sure to remove the lies, the fear and the misunderstanding you had before today. It's about the conversation...............oh, yea it is. In a time when you are pushed to automate it all, you are missing the connections that can be made from networking. No, networking is not handing out five hundred business cards at an event with people who are there to do the exact same thing. It's about the service you provide and the attitude in which you provide it. Today's guest is going to break it all the way down when it comes to three key areas. NetworkingService Getting on StagesGrab hold of Casey Eberhart and hang on for dear life. Folks, he's going places!No matter what business you're in, this internationally recognized speaker and trainer is someone you deserve to know. Why? Because Casey Eberhart has connections! He's made it his mission over the years to collect and connect: he collects relationships and connects people, so they can do business together. He's focused on your success. Entrepreneurs know this. Business Owners know this and so will you. An outward expression of his ability to draw people together, Casey's events are among the fastest growing in the U.S.He's sought after as a Speaker, Consultant and Business Coach while leading countless leadership seminars across the nation. He is known for creating EXTRAORDINARY RESULTS for his clients.His Coaching/Training/Accountability/Mastermind programmed called The Platinum Inner Circle creates massive results for the businesses that participate. With members in numerous verticals and locations the Inner Circle provides one of the most diverse results driven programs available anywhere in the world. The program is based on “From Vision to Profit, Having it all.”Since the release of Stepping Stones to Success, a book he coauthored with Deepak Chopra and Jack Canfield, Casey has been turning heads in the training industry. His formulas are simple and easy to learn. An entrepreneur most of his life, Casey has a special affinity for saving businesses time and making them more profit. His training programs employ a series of easy to follow steps that will help you reach your true “AWESOMENESS” - whatever industry you're in.Sit back, buckle up and hear Casey roar. Sharpen your pencil. You'll hang on every word.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)https://www.facebook.com/CaseyFan/https://www.youtube.com/user/theidealnetworker/videos