Episode #534

How to Navigate The Craziest Moments As A Speaker

With Shane Sams

The show must go on baby. You gotta keep going man. Never know what’s gonna happen when you’re doing it live with no net, you never know.”

Being a professional speaker means navigating some of the craziest and most unpredictable moments imaginable. This week, Shane Sams joins Grant on the show to recount some of his funniest and most challenging moments on the speaking trail.

You never know what you’re going to encounter when you’re walking into a speaking gig, but the best speakers know how to roll with the punches and “be a pro” even when things go completely off the rails. Shane and Grant have some great advice on how to handle the unexpected and chaotic moments, all learned from their own experiences as speakers.

Shane also opens up about his struggles with his health and how he learned to deal with burnout. Balancing your health with the exhausting lifestyle of living on the road can be a challenge for any speaker, but finding your own boundaries and thresholds is incredibly important.

This lighthearted and engaging conversation is something you don’t want to miss. From flying squirrels to napping audience members, you’ll hear some incredible war stories from Shane and Grant this week that will make you laugh and teach you how to navigate your own challenging moments in the future.

You’ll learn:

  • How to navigate the hard moments on stage
  • Why composure & humor are your best tools
  • What honest communication can do for your relationships
  • The importance of prioritizing your mental & physical health
  • Why you should learn from the pros
  • And much, much more!

You gotta say the words whether anyone is paying attention or not.

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About Shane Sams

Shane Sams is an entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of FlippedLifestyle.com. He actively engages in speaking engagements where he shares his expertise in entrepreneurship, online business, and achieving work-life balance. His talks inspire audiences to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams while prioritizing their families.

Family holds a central role in Shane’s life and work. He consistently emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between business and family commitments, drawing from his own experiences as a parent and entrepreneur.

Shane is deeply committed to his mission of helping others achieve financial independence and freedom through online business, speaking, and StoryTelling. Through his powerful presentation training, StoryPitch,™ he provides resources, courses, and a supportive community to empower individuals to build successful online businesses and live life on their own terms.

Connect with Shane at ShaneSams.com

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