Six-Figure Speaker Spotlight

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder at Live Traders, Anmol Singh. Anmol shares his transformation from a shy, introverted student to a successful trader and coach. He discusses learning from early failures, the importance of mindset, integrity, and execution, and how embracing small losses leads to growth. Anmol also highlights the value of public speaking for business, the power of p...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Speaker, Podcaster, Entrepreneur, and Coach, Elzie Flenard. Elzie shares his journey from small-town roots to mentoring leaders, discusses the impact of technology and AI on entrepreneurship, and introduces his frameworks for personal growth. He highlights the importance of self-awareness, unique perspectives, and building meaningful connections through pod...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Co-Founder of The WellCrafted Story Workshop, Dr. Danny Brassell. Danny shares his personal journey and introduces the Five C’s of storytelling—Clarity, Connect, Content, Call to Action, and Close—explaining how these elements help speakers engage audiences and drive business growth. The conversation highlights the importance of relatability, authority, and...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the CEO of SanPete Financial Group, Yvonne Gamble. Yvonne shares her journey from a legacy of innovation to leading in finance, technology, and public speaking. She offers practical advice on securing funding without losing business control, the importance of understanding investors, and leveraging non-dilutive financing. Yvonne highlights her commitment to hel...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder and CEO of Tekyz, David Hirschfeld. David shares his journey in software development and introduces his "Launch First" methodology, which emphasizes validating product-market fit before heavy investment. He covers common startup pitfalls, project recovery strategies, and the importance of user-centric software design. David also highlights effective...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Breakthrough Specialist and Mentor, International Keynote Speaker, Business Coach, Business Consultant, Brand Ambassador, and Podcast Host, Marques Ogden. Marques shares his journey through addiction, bankruptcy, and reinvention, emphasizing the power of resilience, authenticity, and storytelling in leadership. He discusses building the Inner Game Community...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder and Chairman of Richard James Rogers Corporate Training, Richard James Rogers. Richard shares his journey from teaching science and math to founding his own corporate training business. He discusses the importance of practical, actionable tools in training, his approach to engaging workshops, and the growing demand for public speaking skills in the...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the CEO of The Legal Podcast Network, Dennis Meador. Dennis discusses how podcasting is revolutionizing marketing for legal professionals, moving beyond traditional methods to boost authority and client engagement. Dennis shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, lessons on partnerships, and the importance of resilience. The conversation also covers pra...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Author and Powerhouse Speaker, Kenneth Kunken. Kenneth shares his inspiring journey of resilience after a paralyzing college football injury. Kenneth discusses overcoming adversity, earning multiple degrees, and becoming the first quadriplegic to graduate from Cornell University. He reflects on the crucial support from his family and his career in law and a...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Chief Marketing Advisor of Far Beyond Marketing, Amber Gaige. Amber shares her journey, from her early entrepreneurial endeavors to her current role at the agency. She emphasizes the importance of a solid marketing plan, clear communication, consistent branding, understanding customer demographics, and effective channel management. The conversation also hig...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Author of Soft Skills Tech, Evgeniy Kharam. Evgeniy shares his journey in cybersecurity and the challenges of communicating complex technical concepts. He highlights the significance of soft skills like empathy, curiosity, and active listening in effective communication. Evgeniy discusses techniques for managing public speaking anxiety, such as breathing ex...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder of Tree and Leaf Partners, Andrew Galpin. Andrew discusses his unique approach to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the preservation of a company's original vision and values over profit. He shares insights from his diverse career, including experiences in web design, consulting, and theological training, which have shaped his perspective on leadership...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder of Build My Team, Dr. Michael Neal. Michael shares his journey of overcoming high turnover in his practice and the pitfalls of traditional resume-based hiring. He emphasizes the importance of hiring based on mindset and potential rather than just experience. Dr. Neil discusses how he developed a more effective hiring system through Build My Team, of...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Author, Workforce Strategist, and Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, Gregory Offner. Gregory shares his inspiring journey from losing his voice and undergoing multiple surgeries to discovering his passion for speaking. He introduces his concept of "tip jar culture," which draws parallels between the dynamics of a piano bar and the workplace to enhance employee...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Strategy and Revenue Catalyst of GTM Flow, Joelle Kaufman. Joelle shares her personal journey, including her mother's battle with cancer, illustrating how these experiences shaped her approach to leadership and resilience. Joelle highlights the importance of mindset, recognizing and responding to life's curveballs, and the lessons learned from adversity. Jo...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder and Wealth Advisor of Opta Financial, Freddie Rappina. Freddie shares his journey from being a police officer to a financial consultant and emphasizes the importance of strategic financial planning. He advocates for shifting from a "checkers" approach to a "chess" approach in wealth building, highlighting the role of debt and financial education. Fr...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Co-Founder and Owner of It’s All Made Up, Rick Tamlyn. Rick discusses the transformative power of public speaking and personal growth. Rick shares his insights on creativity, and the importance of stepping out of comfort zones and designing a bold, meaningful life. He emphasizes the role of authenticity and engagement in public speaking, encouraging listene...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Christian Pastor and Coach of Freedom For Life, Mark Collins. Mark focuses on personal transformation, overcoming self-doubt, and the importance of understanding one's core identity and purpose. Mark shares his journey of self-discovery, emphasizing that true success stems from character and not external achievements. He advocates for living intentionally a...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Agency Growth Advisor of Corey Quinn Inc., Corey Quinn. Corey shares his journey from childhood actor to successful agency leader and founder of the Deep Specialization Accelerator. The discussion centers on the transformative power of public speaking in business and the concept of deep specialization. Corey provides actionable strategies for agency founder...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder of David Alemian's Talent Retention Solutions, David Alemian. David discusses the critical issues of employee turnover, the impact of AI on productivity, and innovative strategies for retaining top talent. David shares his journey into talent retention, highlighting the financial implications of employee turnover and introducing cash value life insu...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Hall-of-Fame Speaker, Mike Domitrz. Mike shares his journey, inspired by a personal tragedy, to advocate for respect and consent, particularly in sexual assault prevention. He discusses overcoming early challenges, the importance of providing actionable skills to audiences, and the evolution of societal attitudes towards his topics. The episode highlights t...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the CEO and CEO Advisory Board Member of The CEO Project, Jim Schleckser. Jim focuses on effective leadership and the art of delegation, emphasizing the importance of working smarter, not harder. Jim shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, highlighting the "lazy CEO" concept, which advocates for strategic decision-making over micromanagement. T...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Elite Personal Development Mentor, John Novello. John shares his journey from a successful music career to becoming a mentor in personal and spiritual development. He discusses pivotal moments in his life, including personal losses and spiritual awakenings, which led him to write "The Invisible Architect." The conversation...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Leadership Speaker and Leader Coach of TDS Performance Improvement, Timothy Dean Smith. Timothy discusses the transformative power of public speaking and its impact on leadership and team dynamics. Timothy shares his journey into leadership coaching, emphasizing the importance of empathic listening, emotional intelligence, and creating environments where te...

Your host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founders, Kyle and Ariel Tresch. Kyle and Ariel discuss their journey of building multi-million dollar businesses while maintaining a healthy romantic relationship. The conversation highlights the challenges they faced post-marriage, feeling more like business partners than a couple, and how they overcame these hurdles by redefining their approach to both t...