Cultivating Leadership through Service Do you find yourself hesitating to step into a leadership role because you are an introvert? If so, you are not alone. Cultivating leadership .. let’s read on Leadership for me had to be uncovered and discovered. It wasn’t something that was natural for me. I was a stereotypical introvert. I was shy, nerdy, and socially awkward. These traits often led me to believe that I wasn’t cut out for leadership. But I no longer believe that an introvert has to display those characteristics. They are a stereotype. After a series of unique experiences growing up I be ..read more

Elevate Your Success: Unlocking Success in High-Profile Individuals Imagine being at the top of your game, with all eyes on you, yet feeling a sense of uncertainty or a lack of direction. Many high-profile individuals experience this struggle but fail to recognize the need for external support. Without taking action, the consequences can be significant. Opportunities to optimise their platform may slip through their fingers, opportunities to level up their communication skills may be missed, and worst of all, internal roadblocks will remain hindering their future success and quite possibly rui ..read more

Today marks the milestone of our 100th blog post! First, thank you (yes, YOU reading this blog!) for joining us on this journey. These blogs have attracted over 12,000 unique readers from all over the world with our top visitors coming from the US, UK, India, Germany, Switzerland, and almost every country in the continent of Africa! In 2021 I gave my team a challenge – to publish blogs more regularly. This wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of David France and Grace Ramamoorthy on the team who diligently write, edit, proofread, post and publish these blogs. Thank you! My missio ..read more

Guest Blogger: Andrea Pacini Many business leaders overlook the essential principles for creating and delivering effective memorable presentations. Some believe it’s all about putting together a set of PowerPoint slides. They think that as long as they have a decent deck, they’re set. If you’re someone who spends most of your prep time creating slides, you’re missing the bigger picture. Presentations are about more than just slides. What matters is how well you can present and convey your ideas to meet your goals. Whether it’s closing more deals, boosting sales, inspiring your team, enhancing ..read more

How do you navigate the crossroads in your career when you are unsure of what to do next and feel a bit lost? Your perspective in those times might suggest that all the odds are against you and the uncertainty could leave you feeling hopeless. If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone and your frustration and confusion are quite common even among seasoned professionals. My Journey When I lived in Ireland I was unemployed for a period of 18 months. 18 months without any type of social security or social protection. 18 months in a foreign country struggling with visas and immigrati ..read more

guest blogger  Emer O’Donnell What is procrastination? To do or not to do, that is the question. Ever had an important task that you considered difficult, that needed to be completed and you just kept avoiding, delaying, or putting it off even though there were negative consequences in not taking the necessary action? That is procrastination. It is not laziness. It is part of the human condition as we tend to have a habit of running away from perceived pain. Who does it impact most? It is a real challenge for many people. 20 to 25% of adults worldwide are chronic procrastinators and they ..read more

Who on your team is helping YOU achieve your goals this year? All through my 20’s, I enjoyed success not because of my own efforts, but because of an incredible community that pushed me, encouraged me, supported me, believed in me, and inspired me. I’m so grateful because I don’t think I had it in me on my own. But my community painted a picture of me that was better than who I was at the time, and almost for their sake I became that person. That thriving together transformed me!! That foundation of support became a springboard allowing me to grow into the fullest version of myself. Because of ..read more

Are you eager to take the stage at TEDx once again? While there isn’t a clear cut route that works for everyone, I have developed a unique system that combines firsthand experience, industry expertise, and an understanding of what TEDx organizers are looking for in speakers. Organizers look for passion, power and positive change: You are passionate about the power of ideas and their ability to create positive change. As a  6-time TEDx speaker, I understand the challenges and opportunities associated with returning to the TEDx stage and want to share four of those strategies with you. Here ..read more

5 Ways Speaking at TEDx Improves your Personal Brand In today’s competitive world, it’s crucial for experts in their industry to find ways to increase their exposure and enhance their own brand recognition. The desire to stand out from the crowd and make a lasting impression on potential clients is not unusual. If you’re looking for effective strategies and platforms to boost your personal brand, then speaking at a TEDx event could be the solution you’ve been seeking. In a world with shortening attention spans, it’s essential to find ways to keep your target audience engaged. TEDx events provi ..read more

While you may think that your words are the most important part of your TEDx talk, your body language comprises anywhere from 50-70% of what you actually communicate. Imagine you’ve just bitten into a lemon. Now think about what you would do with your face. You might scrunch your eyebrows. Now imagine you are a lion roaring. How would your face change? You might widely open your mouth and eyes then show your ferocious teeth. These are two simple facial expression warm ups that can start you on your journey to considering how you can use your body language to convey your message. Today we are g ..read more