How to Create Your Signature Talk as a Thought Leader with Fearless Communicators Founder Eduardo Placer
Release Date: 09/27/2022
824: Written in the Waters Author Tara Roberts on Diving into History, Discovering Your Purpose & Following the Unconventional Path
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What an absolute JOY it was to reconnect with my sister-friend and former colleague from our Essence magazine days, the brilliant storyteller and explorer Tara Roberts! 🧡 Tara is someone I’ve admired for decades—not only for her sharp editorial mind and deep heart, but also for her fearless pursuit of meaningful storytelling. And in this conversation, we dive (pun intended!) into her latest transformational journey—literally and spiritually—as a National Geographic Explorer and author of the gorgeous memoir "Written in the Waters." Tara takes us behind the scenes of how a visit to...
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823: How to Face Your Fears, Be Resilient and Begin Again with Immigration Attorney Gina Diaz
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In this inspiring episode of Support is Sexy, host Elayne Fluker speaks with Gina Diaz — immigration and real estate attorney, entrepreneur, cancer survivor, and advocate for women’s empowerment. From being deported twice as a child before finally settling in the U.S., to becoming a single mother at 19, to beating ovarian cancer in her early 30s, Gina’s journey is a testament to resilience and fearless reinvention. She opens up about the emotional toll of her experiences, the strength she found in her faith and family, and the power of choosing gratitude over self-pity. Now one of...
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822: How to Overcome Complex Shame with Dr. Zoe Shaw
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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, I speak to my brilliant friend Dr. Zoe Shaw, author of the upcoming book—Stronger in the Difficult Places—about what she calls Complex Shame. Dr. Zoe defines Complex Shame as "a hidden emotional wound many women carry from childhood or relational trauma." Dr. Zoe Shaw is a licensed psychotherapist, motivational speaker, podcast host of Stronger In The Difficult Places, relationship coach and fitness fanatic. She is a mom to 5, and is passionate about helping women overcome complex shame and find strength in difficult relationships, including...
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821: How to Deal with a Difficult Boss
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As an executive coach, speaker and facilitator of leadership development workshops, I lean into my specialty around Soft Skills -- which are non-technical skills such as empathy, emotional intelligence, adaptability and resilience -- and teach on the topic in diffferent forums. One place I teach is as an instructor is on LinkedIn, where I have over 78,000 followers and where one of my courses on "How to Deal with a Difficult Boss" has surged to over 15,000 students in the past couple of weeks. I have lots of theories on why that surge is happening (long story short: folks are...
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820: How to Network and Build Authentic Connections with WomenTech Network Founder Anna Radulovski
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Anna Radulovski is author of Chief in Tech: How Women Are Breaking the Silicon Ceiling and Leading with Impact and she is the Founder and CEO of WomenTech Network — a global community with 150,000 members across 179 countries. WomenTech Network provides mentorship, career development, and networking opportunities connecting women with industry leaders at top companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and IBM. Anna also hosts host the Women in Tech Global Conference and the Chief in Tech Summit, which is coming up on May 20, 2025. The summit brings together thousands of executives and...
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819: So Now What? (And Other Questions During Mass Layoffs)
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Laid off? Worried about being laid off? You are not alone! It's a tough time and we're all experiencing it together. In the first two months of 2025, approximately 221,812 Americans have lost their jobs—a 33% increase compared to the same period in 2024*. These losses are across every sector, from government jobs to the private sector, hitting us all hard. There are no easy answers on when it will end and improve. The uncertainty, the ever-changing workforce and the constant reorgs can lead to stress, anxiety, grief and the looming question: So now what? What should I be doing to prepare...
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818: How to Become an Angel Investor and Do Good While Doing Well with Marcia Dawood
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Marcia Dawood is the author of Do Good While Doing Well and the host of The Angel Next Door Podcast, where she interviews angel investors and helps her listeners learn more how people got started investing in startup companies. Marcia holds investments in over 50 early-stage companies and funds, is a venture partner with and she's a member of , one of the largest angel groups in the US. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Marcia shares insights on what exactly an angel investor is, why it might be a way for you to support companies that share your values. Plus...
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817: How to Leverage Your Growth Mindset During Uncertainty with Cole Baker-Bagwell
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Uncertainty -- like change -- is constant. But during certain times in our lives, Growth Mindset Coach Cole Baker-Bagwell says it may be more pronounced. In this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Cole shares how tapping into a growth mindset allows you to be resilient, reinvent and remain open to the possibilities. Learn more about Cole Baker-Bagwell at
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816: Welcome back! New season, new beginnings
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After taking some time off and navigating many major life changes, I'm excited to be back and doing something I love! Hosting the Support is Sexy podcast and having conversations with incredible women around the world (while reminding you of the importance of embracing support in your life no matter how ambitious you are) is such a joy. I'm grateful to be back and back at it! Whether you're a new listener or you've been here since the beginning, thank you sincerely. More to come!
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Express Yourself
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Are you holding something back? Are you staying quiet when there's a part of you aching to speak up? I hope this lesson I recently received about self-expression encourages you to open up, use your voice and find your peace.
info_outlineEduardo Placer is the Founder and CEO of Fearless Communicators® —which is diverse, inclusive, public speaking coaching business that works with emerging and accomplished thought leaders on what they say and how they say it. Fearless Communicators® teaches clients how to bring their whole body, mind, heart and spirit to a moment and channel their message in service of an audience.
Originally from Miami, FL, Eduardo Placar is the proud son and grandson of immigrants, who fled both fascism in Spain and communism in Cuba. Prior to starting Fearless Communicators®, he was a professional actor for over 15 years, performing in over 35 plays and musicals throughout the United States.
During a live chat with Eduardo via LinkedIn Live, we talked about creating your signature piece as a thought leader, what the pillars are of a powerful talk, how to communicate with authentic power, connectign with your audience through your story and so much more. Listen to hear his insightful tips!
Learn more about Fearless Communicators® at fearlesscommunicators.com.
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