306: How to Turn LinkedIn Into Your #1 Business and Career Growth Tool
Finding Brave
If you still think of LinkedIn as nothing more than a job site or somewhere you go to upload your online resume, now is the time to update and expand your approach! Today on the show, we welcome LinkedIn insider for a deep dive into the evolution of LinkedIn and why we should all be using it as a human connection tool and a pathway to opportunity at scale. Having spent nearly a decade at LinkedIn, Jon is an expert in how to leverage the true power of the platform. He is the founder and CEO of , where he works with global companies and executive leaders on their LinkedIn strategy, helping...
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305: When Money Feels Dangerous: Healing Your Survival Response to Wealth
Finding Brave
The moment you choose to change your relationship to money is the moment you change every single generation ahead of you. In this episode of Finding Brave, top financial wellbeing speaker, multi-award-winning Financial Coach, and international author joins us to talk about a vitally important topic: when money feels dangerous and how to heal our survival response to wealth. A Financial Wellbeing Speaker, multi-award-winning Financial Coach, and international author of the bestselling book y, Catherine presents a trauma-informed psychological approach to money. As the founder of The Money...
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304: Conflict Resilience: Negotiating Conflict without Giving Up or Giving In
Finding Brave
Conflict is a part of life, whether it’s in our relationships, workplaces, or even global politics, yet many of us either shy away from it or escalate it, leading to stress, resentment, and division. Today on Finding Brave, behavioral neurologist joins us to discuss how we can navigate disagreement with confidence and resilience—and even turn it into a powerful tool for building stronger connections. Dr. Salinas is a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and the co-author with Robert C. Bordone, of . In this fascinating book, Joel and Robert blend...
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303: How Validation Transforms Our Relationships, Lives, and Influence
Finding Brave
What if the key to better relationships, deeper influence, and personal growth wasn’t about fixing problems, but about acknowledging and accepting others? Today on Finding Brave, we sit down with , a licensed psychologist, corporate consultant, and adjunct clinical instructor at Stanford University, to explore the transformative power of validation. Dr. Fleck is a recognized expert in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), specializing in working with high-conflict individuals and organizations. Her insights on psychology and human behavior have been featured in major outlets such as The New...
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302: Authoring Your Money Story - It's More Intuitive Than You Realize
Finding Brave
Many people feel stuck in their current financial situation, believing that wealth and stability are out of reach. But what if the key to financial success isn’t about making drastic changes overnight but rather small, intentional shifts in mindset and habits? Today’s guest, , has spent 24 years helping people take control of their money and their lives. A five-time Investopedia Top 100 Financial Advisor, he is the author of and a champion of financial empowerment. As President of , Founder of , and host of the and , George shares powerful insights empowering others to build lasting...
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301: Justice, Love and Facilitating Organizational Healing
Finding Brave
What does it take to create lasting change in an organization that is rooted in dignity, justice, and care? Too often, leadership and consulting focus on quick fixes instead of investing in deeper and necessary cultural shifts. Today, we explore how organizations can foster true transformation by embracing a more holistic approach and prioritizing what truly matters. Our guest, , is a mission-driven consultant and author of the new book . With over 25 years of experience, she helps social justice organizations repair harm, strengthen leadership, and align with their values. Drawing from a...
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300: Celebrating 300 Episodes of Finding Brave
Finding Brave
Hey, friends! 🎉 I’m thrilled to share an exciting milestone—today, my podcast Finding Brave celebrates its 300th episode! This podcast journey since we launched in 2018 has been nothing short of incredible, and I’m so grateful for all your help in making this podcasting journey so meaningful. I’m honored that, with 574+K downloads, Finding Brave is ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts and is in the top 1.5% of over 3.5 million podcasts globally. It’s also an award-winning program, featured on several important lists, such as . I couldn’t be prouder of these...
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299: 5 Ways Your Lack of Confidence Is Hurting You, with Kathy Caprino
Finding Brave
Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts! “You have a lot of knowledge and expertise, but if you continually doubt the strength of your opinions, or the importance of sharing your ideas, you are going to lose the ability to shape where your career is going.” – Kathy Caprino Confidence is key as you step into being the most powerful version of you, and this is something I feel compelled to talk about given my particular lens as a former corporate VP, therapist (focused on systems and communication), researcher, and now in...
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298: Using a “Flux” Mindset To Better Navigate The Future, with April Rinne
Finding Brave
Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts! Please note: This is an updated “Holiday Selection” re-release of Episode #193. “If the pace of change is ever faster, ever faster, ever faster, and we already feel like we don’t have enough time to keep up or we are overwhelmed or we’re not able to show up fully, then we need a big reset because the future does not play out well if we continue to buy into not just what society says, but also what this pace of change is doing.” – April Rinne With the amount of change happening daily in...
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297: How To Begin Doing Something That Matters
Finding Brave
Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts! Please note: This is an updated “Holiday Selection” re-release of Episode #210. “Sit with the idea of what it would mean for you to take on a worthy goal, become the best version of yourself, and unlock your greatness by taking on the hard things. I’m asking not just for you, but I’m asking for me and my world, because it’s a chance for all of us to live a better life.” – Michael Bungay Stanier I’m very excited to share my “Holiday Selection” re-release of one of our most...
info_outlineDo you have a story that can change the world? Bobby Umar, a 5x TEDx Speaker and Inc Magazine Top 100 Leadership Speaker, believes you do. With over 20 years of experience delivering powerful keynotes across four continents, Bobby is a master at helping individuals unlock their potential through authentic connection and heart-based leadership.
Bobby is the founder of the Thought Leadership Branding Club, and his influence in the arenas of networking, social media, and personal branding is inspiring. Through his guidance, thousands of individuals have harnessed their true potential to achieve lasting impact in their professional and personal lives.
In this episode, Bobby shares the biggest obstacles people face when trying to land a TEDx talk and how we can best tackle this challenge. He outlines the key steps to securing a TEDx stage, emphasizing the importance of having the right topic, idea, title, and application. Bobby believes each of us has a unique story and experience with the potential to impact lives and change the world.
Tune in to discover how a TEDx talk can elevate your personal brand, build credibility, and grow your career. Bobby’s expert advice will empower you to take the steps necessary to become a recognized thought leader and leverage your story to generate exciting positive change. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to make your mark with a TEDx talk!
Key Highlights From This Episode:
- Why doing a TEDx talk is so important. [05:22]
- The biggest challenges of doing a TEDx talk. [06:39]
- Which of Bobby’s TEDx talks stands out the most to him and why. [10:04]
- Why anyone can do a TEDx talk: every single one of us has a story. [13:33]
- The three key pieces required for landing a TEDx talk. [16:30]
- Tips for connecting with a TEDx event that’s right for you. [19:33]
- The size of your following and the role it plays in landing a TEDx talk. [23:35]
- Bobby’s signature methodology for landing a TEDx talk and why it consistently works. [27:52]
- The biggest blunders Bobby has seen people make at their TEDx talks. [29:23]
- Two essential things that people who want to do a TEDx talk need to know. [33:36]
For More Information:
Bobby Umar
Bobby Umar on LinkedIn
Bobby Umar LinkedIn Company Page
Thought Leadership Branding Club
DYPB (Discover Your Personal Brand)
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
For a 6-month program that guarantees you land a TEDx Talk, join Bobby Umar’s TEDx Mastery Intensive
Take part in the Thought Leadership Branding Club Membership Community – become one of the first 100 Founding Members and lock in your special intro price forever
Don’t miss out on weekly audio rooms on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and monthly live streams on the 3rd Wednesday, all on LinkedIn
Watch Bobby Umar’s TEDx Talks: Could You Change a Person's Life in 20 Seconds?, School-Learning to Fly, and The 5 Cs of Connection
Also check out Kathy Caprino’s TEDx Talk Time to Brave Up
Recommended TED talks we mentioned:
Nancy Duarte - The Secret Structure of Great Talks
Shawn Achor - The Happy Secret To Better Work
Brene Brown - The Power of Vulnerability
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Quotes:
“TEDx is the best way to have the most impact with the shortest amount of time spent on doing so.” — @raehanbobby [0:05:49]
“People who are speakers – or even people who are thought leaders, have a message for the world. We're trying to serve the audience [and] serve the people that we know will resonate with what we're talking about.” — @raehanbobby [0:15:21]
“Everything you have is an asset.” — @raehanbobby [0:23:49]
“Every single person that I've worked with on TEDx, and has followed my signature methodology, they've all landed the TEDx talk.” — @raehanbobby [0:28:00]
“A lot of people think of personal branding as a means to stand out, which is true, but the really big benefit of personal branding is clarity, purpose, and direction on who you are, who you serve, and the path to move forward.” — @raehanbobby [0:33:58]
“Own that story, share it with the world, and truly make an impact.” — @raehanbobby [0:35:07]
Watch our Finding Brave episodes on YouTube!
Don’t forget – you can watch Finding Brave guests on video as well as audio! Check out new and recent episodes on my YouTube channel at YouTube.com/kathycaprino. And please leave us a comment and a thumbs up if you like the show!