The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk – Details, episodes & analysis

Today, I’m revealing some of the marketing strategies we share with our authors inside of The Big Talk Press, our boutique publishing house. Because, yes, if you didn’t already know it, The Big Talk also publishes books. 

I'm super excited about this episode because your voice matters, and so does your book. 

As an influential voice and thought leader, you can expand the impact of your speaking and be further cemented as a thought leader in your industry by having a book. And I want to support you on that journey. 

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• The importance of setting clear goals for your book launch and what some of those goals should be

• How to create a timeline for your launch that ensures an enjoyable, stress-free process

• The reason you should recruit ambassadors for your book and what you should ask them to do

• Leveraging your book for additional income streams like consulting, coaching, speaking, and workshops

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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by the amazing Gayle Damiano, who you heard from in Episode 333. If you haven’t had the opportunity to listen to that episode yet, I highly encourage you to do so.

Gayle is a transformation coach and certified speaker. She is also a graduate of The Big Talk Academy.

Gayle uses her gifts as a coach, intuitive, and energy healer to support her clients with keen insight and wisdom, assisting them in accessing their highest potential in both their personal and professional lives.

In her talk “Choose to believe,” she explores:

• Her journey to overcoming alcohol addiction and embracing a life of sobriety

• Why believing in yourself is vital

• How to let go of your limiting beliefs

• The way to step into a life filled with purpose and love

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 333

Website: https://www.gayledamiano.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GAYLEisAWESOME/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayledamiano/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gayledamiano 

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In this episode, I’m super excited to share a big talk given by Anne Borow-Lawrence at The Big Talk Live. Anne is a graduate of The Big Talk Academy and previously appeared on the podcast in Episodes 377 and 384. 

In addition to being an award-winning speaker, Anne is a coach and the founder of EnVision, CCS. She started her career as an art and dance therapist and brought her commitment to empowering people to her work in Human Resources. 

Having led over 200 transformational seminars and touched thousands of lives, Anne passes on the magic and power of creativity using her Kaleidoscope Method. Her mission is to shift people’s perspective on aging as she helps them access the artist within.

In her big talk, she explores:

• The quest for eternal youth and society’s obsession with reversing the aging process

• The importance of staying connected to your spirit, joy, love, and passions

• Where we can find the true "fountain of youth”

• The proven benefits of art and creative pursuits

Her previous appearances on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 377 and Episode 384

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtofAliveness 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-borow-lawrence-3b18b933/ 

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Today, I am sharing one of the amazing talks given live at my Speaker Salon Showcase — an event I curate annually in New York City.

This talk, “From the Felt to the Flesh: Lessons from Italy’s Legendary Christmas Witch,” was given by Dina Gregory.

By day, Dina teaches trauma-informed language instruction to children. By night, she is a writer, speaker, puppeteer, and host of the Le Befana’s Table podcast. 

Whether in the classroom, under a table, or on a stage, Dina combines down to earth truth telling with humor and imagination. She inspires people of all ages to reclaim the sacred adventure of life.  

As an Italian American, Dina has fond memories of sitting around the kitchen table sharing stories and singing songs. She felt called not only to preserve a legend from her cultural heritage but to bring forth a new story. This story shows the world that, in spite of our differences, life is sweeter together.

In her talk, she explores:

• How a one-toothed puppet of Italy’s Christmas witch changed her life

• What to do when world events make you feel powerless

• Why every single one of us has a vital role to play

• The impact storytelling has on our lives
  

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Ep. 422

Her podcast, LeBefana’s Table

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamdinagregory/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinagregory/ 

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Today, I’m so excited to introduce you to real life superhero, Giovanni Marsico!

Gio is a two-time Emmy® Award-Winning Producer and business mentor. He’s also the CEO & founder of Archangel — a community of superhero leaders and game changers. 

Together, his community is making the world a better place through mission-driven entrepreneurship and philanthropy. 

Every year, Gio hosts the Archangel Summit, a large-scale fundraiser for entrepreneurs. The proceeds from this event support numerous charities and offer micro-loans, investments, and grants to entrepreneurs creating positive impact. 

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How to retrain your thoughts, so you can begin dreaming of a better world 

• His feature film Dreamers and why it was so important for him to make

• The value of community and the way to find your personal superpowers 

• Gio’s current favorites: Books: Think & Grow Rich, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and How to Win Friends & Influence People, Speakers: Seth Godin & Simon Sinek, and Podcast: Better with Dr. Stephanie

His feature film, Dreamer

Website: https://archangel.cc/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giftedwithgio/ 

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Twice a year, I have the privilege of coaching thought leaders inside The Big Talk Academy. As a part of this program, participants can apply to take the stage at the Virtual Showcase.

During this curated event, speakers perform their Big Talk for decision makers and influencers. They also receive live direction from me.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear my feedback to speakers who recently applied for the Virtual Showcase. I hope these insights will support you on your journey to big stages, too.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• The ideas and titles that stood out to me in the Virtual Showcase applications

• Details and personal touches that event curators appreciate when reviewing submissions

• Why lighting, sound, and background are important in your videos

• How one application gave me chills because it was so powerful

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Today, I am giving you an inside look at The Art of The Big Talk. I host this two-day virtual masterclass twice each year. Through it, I have the honor of supporting hundreds of aspiring speakers.

These speakers dream of stepping onto big stages, and together, we work towards making that dream a reality.

One thing that happens during this masterclass is 1:1 hot seat coaching with me. And that’s what you’ll be hearing in this episode.

During these hot seats, we’ll explore:

• Bringing your many satellite ideas into a single big idea

• Drawing from pivotal events in your life to create your talk

• Why nobody knows more about you than you

• How to pitch your talk to decision makers

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Today, I’m so excited to introduce you to the amazing Waleed Khalid.

Waleed is the CEO and founder of Oxford Talks — a media technology company based in the U.K.. Oxford Talks is centered on the belief that people with passion can change the world. Waleed and his team empower these people by building a community around their ideas worth doing.

In 2022, Waleed and Oxford Talks embarked on their most audacious journey so far, which will span 35 countries and 50 cities. Through Brave New World, they plan to identify 2500 ideas that have the power to shape the times we are living in. Along the way, their mission is to raise £1M for charities and set a new standard for running a modern business.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• A childhood experience that set him on the path he is on today

• The work he is doing with Oxford Talks and their mission

• What an NFT is and how it is related to Oxford talks and its speakers

• His current favorites: Book: The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, Speaker: Dan Kiernan, Podcast: The Diary of a CEO 

Website: https://www.oxfordtalks.io/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wbkox/  

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I'm super excited about today's episode because I’m talking about an event I spoke at a couple of months ago called Speak Up Women New York. 

My dear friend and colleague Jennifer Wilcox is the CEO and founder of Speak Up Women. She is deeply passionate about supporting women in speaking up and works diligently to teach them how to speak up, why to speak up, and when to speak up. 

At this event, I had the privilege of moderating a panel called “The Recipe for Speaking Up.” And today, I share with you my personal recipe for speaking up. 

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• The reason learning how to speak up helps you create the life you desire

• My list of ingredients for speaking up

• How to begin speaking up and the exact language you can use in different situations

• The way you can help empower others to speak up, too

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This episode features one of the amazing talks given by a participant in my Speaker Salon Showcase. 

Each year, I curate the Speaker Salon live in New York City to give speakers a safe place to work on their craft. These leaders have become the go-to experts in their industries and are making a huge impact in the world. 

Today, I’m giving you a peek behind the scenes to witness one of the big talks presented at the showcase in front of influencers and decision makers.

This talk, “My Struggle With Academic Validation,” was given by Maekyla Massey.

Maekyla is a high school student from Long Island who is dedicated to public service and the improvement of her community. She is the co-chair of the WNET/PBS Group's Youth Collective, a THIRTEEN initiative to amplify the voices of Gen-Z in the building of an ethical world. Maekyla devotes her time to helping youth participate in their communities. She has received the Youth Leadership Recognition award, and her accomplishments have been recognized by the New York State Senate. 

In this talk, she explores:

• Her drug of choice — academic validation — and the highs she experienced from it

• Why the brightest students often have the darkest lives

• What happened when she finally realized that she wasn't just a number

• How more young people can discover their purpose beyond academic success

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maekyla-massey-277b58231/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/maekylamassey 

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