The Speaker's Secrets
By Edrico Ambrister
The Speaker's Secrets is a weekly podcast for people who want to improve their public speaking and communications, and their lives in general. Your host, Edrico Ambrister, offers practical and easy-to-apply tips and strategies that will boost your confidence, allowing you to flourish in any speaking situation.
Tune in for solo shows, expert interviews and special segments that will enhance your skills. If you're ready to level up, you've come to the right place!
Tune in for solo shows, expert interviews and special segments that will enhance your skills. If you're ready to level up, you've come to the right place!
The Speaker's SecretsAug 30, 2021
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200: Thank You!!!
It’s a celebration!!! It’s the 200th episode of The Speaker’s Secrets, and if you’re reading this, Edrico only has one message for you. Thank you!!!
Aug 29, 202213:24
199: Appreciating What You Have
This isn’t a call to be complacent. It’s a call to practice the feeling of gratitude, so that it’s natural once your goals truly start manifesting. Tune in to learn more.
Aug 22, 202208:52
198: How Are You Disconnecting?
We are more connected than we have ever been. Phones, social media, email, work, family, friends — there is always an opportunity to connect somewhere. The important question then becomes… “How are we disconnecting?”
Aug 15, 202208:38
197: Might Just Be Your Last
If you had the the opportunity to redo your last moments with a loved one, a friend, a school teacher, a pet — what would you do? What would you change? The way life is set up, any of the experiences you are having with others might just be your last. Tune in to discover a strategy that will allow you to make most of all of your moments - for the rest of your life.
Aug 08, 202209:04
196: What Are Your 3 Words?
Sometimes, we just need to pause and SIMPLIFY our lives so we can move forward. An easy way to do this is to identify just 3 simple words. Tune in to this episode and you’ll understand how a simple 3 words can change the trajectory of your life.
Aug 01, 202209:11
195: …But Why?
As humans, many times we think about the “what” or “how” first instead of really taking a step back and clarifying our “why”. Understanding our why before everything can provide a lot of clarity — and save us from unwanted outcomes.
Jul 25, 202211:02
194: It’s Ok to Not Do The Thing.
Let’s face it: we tie our productivity to our worth. In society, if you’re not DOING, you can be viewed as lazy, unfocused, and undeserving. But what if productivity didn’t have to be the measure of a successful day or even a successful life? This episode invites us to reimagine our relationship with productivity and calls us to reassess how we value ourselves.
Jul 18, 202211:18
193: It Applies Then. It Applies Now.
Sometimes, we find that the message becomes even more relevant with time.
Jul 11, 202216:51
192: How to Change the Past
“You can’t change the past.” We’ve heard this all our lives, but is it true? Is the past set in stone, never to be altered or edited? The answer may surprise you. This episode holds the insight.
Jul 04, 202215:46
191: It’s Time to Revisit This
It’s a timely reminder.
Jun 20, 202213:60
190: Show Up For Yourself
How many people did you show up for today? Your family, your kids, your parents, your partner, your job? And now reflect. How have you shown up for yourself? If we are to have meaningful lives, we must remember that showing up for ourselves is our top priority… always.
Jun 13, 202212:53
189: Alignment, First.
Some of the best advice I’ve heard: “You have to slow down in order to speed up.” A lot has been going on in our lives and the world. Right now, we honestly need to examine the ways we’re slowing down to keep ourselves sustained.
Jun 06, 202212:58
188: What’s In A Name?
In this episode, we are all challenged to partake in a simple exercise that will contribute to lifelong changes.
May 30, 202207:10
187: We Live and We Learn
As long as we’re growing, that’s all that matters. I’m inviting you to grow with me.
May 23, 202212:02
186: So, I Came Out.
And my life has changed.
May 15, 202215:17
185: Dealing with Death
Death is uncomfortable. Who seriously wants to talk about it? But it’s a part of life. Knowing that it’s inevitable, it makes sense for us to prepare ourselves for it and use this truth to not only live our lives to the fullest potential, but to cherish our loved ones while we have them as well.
May 09, 202213:00
184: All You Need Is 5.
It’s the key to moving forward, even during the times you don’t feel like it.
Apr 25, 202210:01
183: It’s the Balance for Me.
Black, white. Hot, cold. Negative, positive. Life is ALL about balance. When we’re balanced, we’re in alignment with life. This episode asks us to truly inquire, “How balanced am I, and how can I bring more balance into my life?”
Apr 18, 202208:56
182: Looking Through The Lens of Vulnerability
On a scale from 1-10, how vulnerable were you yesterday? Last week? Did you make it a priority to be “real” or were you concerned with keeping up appearances? As we continue to move through this year, we really should re-examine how we relate to the world. The changes that follow will undoubtedly be worth it.
Apr 11, 202210:43
181: Turning 30 & What My 20s Taught Me
Grateful to make it to 30 years on this Earth. This episode captures exactly where I’m at — and captures some info that can take all of us forward in the decades to come.
Apr 04, 202210:20
180: Releasing Control
The life philosophy, Stoicism, provides us with some really helpful life info when it comes to what’s in our control. This is a simple episode, but it applies to every day life. Let’s accept this challenge and level up.
Mar 28, 202209:13
179: The Grass IS Greener…
This episode introduces you to Nora. Through this character, we come to an understanding about how the grass we have is actually much greener than we think… A perfect reminder for us all.
Mar 21, 202213:07
178: Just Make It General
Sometimes we get really specific about our goals and objectives in my time. And it can work… But not always. The goal is to make it general, to set yourself up for daily, consistent wins. This episode shows you how.
Mar 14, 202210:46
177: Rethinking Abundance
How do you view abundance? Do you have any mental blocks? This episode invites all of us to take a step back and rethink it.
Mar 07, 202210:02
176: World Champion of Public Speaking — Ramona J. Smith
Ramona J. Smith is an international award-winning public speaker who holds the prestigious title of the 2018 World Champion of Public Speaking. She surpassed over 30,000 people to receive such an honor. Her stage presence and intellectual delivery makes Ramona one of the most sought-after public speakers in the world.
She has given keynote addresses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Brazil, India and Malaysia. She has been featured on Forbes.com, Business Insider, INC.com, and a number of other credible news outlets. Ramona authored the best-selling eBook, 'A World Champion's Guide to Public Speaking: 10 Optimal Tips to Master the Art of Public Speaking'.
In addition to being an educator, author, blogger and poet; her greatest joy is being a mom to her miraculous son Ryan.
Find out more about Ramona at: https://www.ramonajsmith.com/
Feb 21, 202229:20
175: But What About After Valentine’s?
Valentine’s Day will come. Valentine’s Day will go. And when it goes, can you really say you love yourself? Have you thought about ways to show move love to others? What about your parts that are hard to love? This episode presents a challenge to us all to look deeper into this phenomenon we call “love”.
Feb 14, 202209:15
174: 5 Things to Challenge Yourself
Let’s be done with the same-old, same-old. We’ve had enough of that! Instead — this year, let’s challenge ourselves to do things differently. This episode gives us 5 SMALL things to put into practice that will make a BIG difference in helping us edge out the rest.
Feb 07, 202213:23
173: Dream Bigger!
If there’s one thing we need to be doing right now, it’s dreaming bigger. If you’re reading this right now, you were not destined to play small. Tune in and join me on this journey of expanding our horizons.
Jan 31, 202209:42
172: Celebrating MLK
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a revolutionary leader, an undefeated pioneer in the right for civil rights. In this episode, through celebrating his life — we receive information and inspiration that will transform our own.
Jan 17, 202204:03
171: Intentions, Not Resolutions
Let's throw out New Year's Resolutions and focus on INTENTION. This episode gives us a solid framework to master our 2022, and honestly, the rest of our lives.
Jan 10, 202209:26
170: Happy 2022!
Happy new year!!! 🎉
Jan 03, 202201:54
169: Run It Back
Digest it. Internalize it. Bask in it. Learn it. Live it. Be it. www.instagram.com/thespeakerssecrets/
Dec 20, 202103:49
168: Mental Health and Communication with Stephen Thompson
Stephen J. Thompson was born and raised in Nassau, Bahamas. He's the Chief Mental Health Officer and Founding CEO of Thompson Counseling & Consulting; a counseling and organizational consulting firm virtually based in The Bahamas. Stephen is a trained Clinical Forensic Psychologist and Psychotherapist and has a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Forensic Psychology.
Stephen is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership & Development. His research is focused on Corporate Social Responsibility and Employee Wellness through the lens of the intersectionality of Mental Health and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, with an emphasis on Gender and Gender Equality. Stephen has extensive mental health experience in treating individuals, couples, adolescents, and families with a broad range of mental health-related and other related challenges.
Join Stephen and me and we have this enlightening discussion about how mental health and communication are intertwined, and what we need to know about them.
Find Stephen at:
Website - https://thompson-cc.com/
LinkedIn - https://bs.linkedin.com/in/stephen-thompson-m-a-qmhp-7aaba45a?trk=public_profile_browsemap
Instagram - https://instagram.com/thompson-tcc
Dec 13, 202130:45
167: When All Else Fails
When the spotlight is on you, when push comes to shove, when you're expected to perform — you need something easily accessible to reference to be successful. This episode takes all the guess work out and simplifies it for you.
Dec 06, 202109:46
166: But What Really Matters?
It's time to take stock of where we're truly putting our energy.
Nov 29, 202108:45
165: Thanks for the Little Things
This episode presents a framework for lifelong inner peace through giving thanks for the little things.
Nov 22, 202108:15
164: How to Deal With Changes & Transitions
One thing about life: it's gonna bring some changes. Point blank, period. Sometimes these transitionary periods are difficult to deal with. Think about losing a loved one, or a finding out about a new health concern. How do we navigate the waters of change? This episode holds those insights.
Nov 15, 202111:52
163: How To Get the Job
In this episode, I share the strategies that helped me to secure a new job. Perfect episode for job seekers. And even if you aren't looking for work, these tips will assist you in effectively vocalizing your strengths and accomplishments. | Check out the Self Made Millennial YouTube Channel: youtu.be/IV30jAw7dxA
Nov 08, 202112:60
162: Taking The Leap / Where Are You Settling?
Really think. Are there places in your life where you're settling for less than you deserve? Think again. When was the last time you made a leap out of your comfort zone. In this episode, I share a major life change that has forced me to evaluate these questions — and will help you as well.
Nov 01, 202108:44
161: It's Time To Sit
In the midst of everything we have going on, this episode invites us to sit, feel and reflect.
Oct 18, 202108:30
160: What To Do When You Don't Feel Like It
I'd be lying if I say I always feel like doing what it is I need to do. Many times, motivation is fickle, and sometimes adulting is annoying. So — how do you get things done (well) in those moments where motivation is scarce, and you don't feel like doing anything at all? The answers lie within this episode.
Oct 11, 202108:28
159: When Was The Last Time?
We hear it all the time: life is short. But do we really internalize this? We can literally be here today and gone tomorrow. With this in mind, it's imperative that we make a conscious choice to enjoy our lives while we have it. This episode forces us to ask, "When was the last time?"
Oct 04, 202107:37
158: Slow It Down
We tend to speak more quickly when we're nervous. It's natural.
But — speaking too quickly can cause make us seem jittery and unprepared, and not allow our audience to fully grasp what we're putting down. It works against us.
This episode uncovers tactics that help us in slowing down our communication and perfecting it.
Sep 27, 202108:17
157: Keep Them In Mind
How does it feel when you're being ignored? What about... when someone else just thinks about themselves and doesn't consider your feelings?
I agree: it feels horrible.
Knowing this — ANYTIME we speak, we ALWAYS need to keep our audience in mind. This episode provides 3 super simple ways to do this. It doesn't require much effort from you, but it'll make a huge difference to those on the other end.
Sep 20, 202109:23
156: Don't Shoot Yourself in the Foot
As communicators, there are things we can do and say that cause us to shoot ourselves in the feet before we start walking (figuratively speaking, of course).
This episode delves into what this looks like, but more importantly, how to avoid doing this so that credibility is all others see and feel.
Sep 13, 202110:34
155: Setting Those Boundaries
An important factor on our road to health, wealth and success in communication and public speaking is our ability to set boundaries. This episode forces us to look at the areas where we need to redirect our time and energy to continue to emerge as our best selves.
Sep 06, 202109:16
154: What's Your One Thing?
I would really like to know 👀
Aug 30, 202109:35
153: Don't Neglect Your Self Care
A timely message that we all need right now.
Aug 23, 202108:25
152: Beating Impostor Syndrome
Impostor Syndrome is something that we ALL face. (Yes, even Michelle Obama and Albert Einstein). It's when we underestimate our skills, our talents, and our worth. While Impostor Syndrome isn't our fault, it's reality - and we need to learn how to overcome it in order to be our best selves. This episode not only explains what this syndrome is, but provides easy-to-apply tactics to overcome it and be the powerhouse that you are. Tune in for those gems 💎
Aug 16, 202111:56
151: The Power of One
How do you produce when you don't feel like it? How do find positivity when negativity seems to cloud your thoughts? How do you find purpose in every day, no matter what? The Power of One. In this episode, Edrico expounds on how this philosophy helps you continue pushing forward, even in your darkest moments.
Aug 09, 202107:09