Being a TEDx speaker may be on your bucket list, but Roya Bashier explains that you need more than a good story to get onstage. It’s all about service. As the Executive Director for TEDxMinneapolis, Roya shares a behind-the-scenes look at TEDx and what makes an excellent candidate for the stage. Roya’s experience as a Sudanese-American born in Oman and how h ... Show More
Feb 25
Self-Trust: The Secret to Commanding Any Room
You can be experienced, prepared, and highly capable—and still find yourself second-guessing your decisions, replaying conversations, or looking to others for validation. In this episode, we unpack what self-trust really is, why so many accomplished leaders struggle with it, and ... Show More
17m 33s
Feb 11
Why Smart Women Still Shrink in High-Stakes Rooms and How to Stop
You can be smart, experienced, and successful—and still find yourself shrinking in high-stakes conversations. In this episode, we unpack why this happens to so many accomplished women and why it has little to do with competence. You’ll learn the subtle communication habits that q ... Show More
20m 59s
Apr 2024
Marian Baldini - Kencrest: Leading a 90-Day Miracle
<p>In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Marian Baldini, the CEO and president of Kencrest, a human services and early learning provider. Marian shares her experiences and insights on leadership communication, including the importance of enrolling people to their giftednes ... Show More
26m 50s
Jun 2024
Making the Most of Your PR and Communications with Maha Abouelenein
<p>For today’s discussion, we have a very special Alpha guest with us. She is a titan in the world of entrepreneurship, PR and communications. Our guest is none other than Maha Abouelenein, who has over 30 years’ worth of experience transforming brands, individuals and the way th ... Show More
47m 11s
Dec 2024
Throwback: Persistence and Bravery with Advent International’s Jaimee Michaud
Join us for this throwback episode from Season 3 with Jaimee Michaud, Head of Portfolio Digital at Advent International, a global private equity firm. Making career decisions driven by fear can lead us astray. Instead, we need to be courageous and persistent, seizing new opportun ... Show More
23m 16s
Jun 2025
From Extreme Introvert to TEDx Speaker Coach CEO | Juanita Wheeler's Personal Brand Blueprint
Juanita Wheeler is the CEO and Head of Speaker Coaching at TEDx Brisbane and founder of Full & Frank, where she helps coaches, consultants, entrepreneurs, and agency owners who struggle with fear of public speaking and audience engagement to confidently communicate their ideas, g ... Show More
44m 6s
Aug 2025
Throwback: Shaping the Future of Leadership with Praxis Lab’s Elise Smith
We’ll be back soon with a new episode. In the meantime, enjoy this throwback conversation with Elise Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Praxis Labs. Earlier this month, Praxis Labs was acquired—marking a major milestone in the company’s journey. This episode offers a look at the vision ... Show More
26m 21s