Episode #378

Finding Your Why [Student Highlight]

With Chris Failla

Sharing in the excitement of our student success is such a privilege for our team at The Speaker Lab. Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear more about our students’ experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.

Chris Failla has got an awesome story to share and you’re sure to leave this episode feeling inspired and encouraged to take the next big step in your own career. He’s full of heart and has a really unique narrative to share about what has inspired him to take the stage. Chris and Maryalice talk about finding your deeper why and how to use your message to make an impact.

During this conversation, Chris unpacks his process, how he came to find The Speaker Lab, and how this investment in his business and himself brought him to stages he never could have imagined. Chris is motivated by the desire to help others love their work for the long haul and have a sustainable impact on a human level. He’s the real deal, and he’s here to share!

THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:

  • The moment he knew he was meant to speak
  • Being the light switch for your audience
  • What it means to honor bedrock values
  • The financial and emotional why
  • Researching your audience before you get on stage
  • Working through an oops
  • Why your why matters so much
  • And much more!


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