by Rene Godefroy | Jan 27, 2026 | Personal Branding
What Thought Leadership Really Means (And Why It Matters Now) Thought leadership is not about calling yourself an expert. It is not about fancy titles, big words, or trying to look important online. Real thought leadership is about trust. When people trust your...
by Rene Godefroy | Jan 26, 2026 | Career in Public Speaking
Estimated reading time for how to open a motivational speech: 6 minutes Key Takeaways: First impressions matter. Capture your audience’s attention within 7 seconds. Use powerful openings such as stories, quotes, or questions to engage listeners. Avoid common...
by Rene Godefroy | Jan 26, 2026 | Getting Started
You Feel Called to Speak, but You’re Stuck Let me take a guess. You have knowledge, life experience, or a message you want to share. You want to empower people, educate them, and lift them up. Somewhere along the way, someone told you that you have a gift. Deep down,...
by Rene Godefroy | Jan 25, 2026 | Career in Public Speaking
Choosing a speaking topic sounds simple until you sit down to do it. That is when doubt creeps in. You start thinking, “I could speak about a lot of things,” or “What if I choose the wrong topic?” or “What if nobody wants to hear this?” If you are an aspiring...
by Rene Godefroy | Jan 25, 2026 | Personal Branding
Let me guess. You are either a paid motivational speaker, or you are just starting your speaking journey. If you are just starting, welcome. You picked the right path. What you do matters more than you may realize. Every time you speak and impact one person, you...
