The Speaker's Secrets

200: Thank You!!!

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

199: Appreciating What You Have

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 manifesti...

198: How Are You Disconnecting?

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are more connected than we have ever been. Phones, social media, email, work, family, friends — there is always an opportunity to connect somewhe...

197: Might Just Be Your Last

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 cha...

196: What Are Your 3 Words?

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

195: …But Why?

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As humans, many times we think about the “what” or “how” first instead of really taking a step back and clarifying our “why”. Understandin...

194: It’s Ok to Not Do The Thing.

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 w...

193: It Applies Then. It Applies Now.

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, we find that the message becomes even more relevant with time.

192: How to Change the Past

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“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 answ...

191: It’s Time to Revisit This

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a timely reminder.

190: Show Up For Yourself

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 yo...

189: Alignment, First.

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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,...

188: What’s In A Name?

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are all challenged to partake in a simple exercise that will contribute to lifelong changes.

187: We Live and We Learn

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As long as we’re growing, that’s all that matters. I’m inviting you to grow with me.

186: So, I Came Out.

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

And my life has changed.

185: Dealing with Death

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 prep...

184: All You Need Is 5.

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the key to moving forward, even during the times you don’t feel like it.

183: It’s the Balance for Me.

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

182: Looking Through The Lens of Vulnerability

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

181: Turning 30 & What My 20s Taught Me

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

180: Releasing Control

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

179: The Grass IS Greener…

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

178: Just Make It General

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

177: Rethinking Abundance

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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.

176: World Champion of Public Speaking — Ramona J. Smith

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ramona J. Smith is an international award-winning public speaker who holds the prestigious title of the 2018 World Champion of Public Speaking. She su...

175: But What About After Valentine’s?

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 mo...

174: 5 Things to Challenge Yourself

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

173: Dream Bigger!

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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....

172: Celebrating MLK

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a revolutionary leader, an undefeated pioneer in the right for civil rights. In this episode, through celebrating his l...

171: Intentions, Not Resolutions

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

170: Happy 2022!

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy new year!!! 🎉

169: Run It Back

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Digest it. Internalize it. Bask in it. Learn it. Live it. Be it. https://www.instagram.com/thespeakerssecrets/

168: Mental Health and Communication with Stephen Thompson

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen J. Thompson was born and raised in Nassau, Bahamas. He's the Chief Mental Health Officer and Founding CEO of Thompson Counseling & Consulting;...

167: When All Else Fails

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 su...

166: But What Really Matters?

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to take stock of where we're truly putting our energy.

165: Thanks for the Little Things

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode presents a framework for lifelong inner peace through giving thanks for the little things.

164: How to Deal With Changes & Transitions

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One thing about life: it's gonna bring some changes. Point blank, period. Sometimes these transitionary periods are difficult to deal with. Think abou...

163: How To Get the Job

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

162: Taking The Leap / Where Are You Settling?

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

161: It's Time To Sit

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the midst of everything we have going on, this episode invites us to sit, feel and reflect.

160: What To Do When You Don't Feel Like It

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 — h...

159: When Was The Last Time?

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 i...

158: Slow It Down

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

157: Keep Them In Mind

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

156: Don't Shoot Yourself in the Foot

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 c...

155: Setting Those Boundaries

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An important factor on our road to health, wealth and success in communication and public speaking is our ability to set boundaries. This episode forc...

154: What's Your One Thing?

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I would really like to know 👀

153: Don't Neglect Your Self Care

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A timely message that we all need right now.

152: Beating Impostor Syndrome

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Impostor Syndrome is something that we ALL face. (Yes, even Michelle Obama and Albert Einstein). It's when we underestimate our skills, our talents, a...

151: The Power of One

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

150: Speak Your Way to Cash with Ashley Nicole Kirkwood

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ashley Nicole Kirkwood is an exceptional professional relied upon for her legal expertise and business savvy supporting both billion-dollar brands and...

149: Start Now, Start Simple with Dan Ram

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Ram travels the globe as an Event MC & Speaker at over 100 events a year. Hosting changemakers like President Barack Obama, billionaire founde...

148: How to Create Content (Consistently)

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In 2021 (and beyond), consistently creating content is the name of the game. But how do you put yourself in a position to continuously churn out great...

147: Bring the Breath

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Without your breath, you wouldn't be alive. It's literally your life essence. But many times, we take our breath for granted. We often don't pay atten...

146: It's All About the Voice with Valerie Gabail

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Valerie Gabail! Valerie is the founder and director of the Professional Voice Trainer. She draws on her twenty-five-year performanc...

145: Become A Lifelong Learner, Not An Expert

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn't want to be an expert? Experts are widely recognized and often times, widely paid. But focusing on becoming an expert can often be short-si...

144: Acting Up! with Eddy Segal (Part II)

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part II of Edrico's conversation with Eddy Segal, founder of Acting Up. Eddy is an accomplished acting coach who uses techniques to help clients overc...

143: Acting Up! with Eddy Segal (Part I)

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

3 questions: What's your favorite movie? Who's your favorite actor? Did you know you can use acting techniques to enhance your public speaking and com...

142: The Human Paradox

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Truly one of my favorite episodes yet! 🤩 So, you're a human. And being human is a paradox. Most people don't realize this, though. But if you do, y...

141: Why We Should Read More

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Reading! How do you feel about it? Do you love it? Hate it? Is it thrilling or boring? Whatever your stance, the bottom line is: reading (more) is one...

140: The Power of Now

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How would you feel if I say that the past and the future don't exist, and the way to reduce our suffering is by being in the "now"? It's something to ...

139: Your Experiences Are Your Greatest Assets - Part II (Life)

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not only do your past experiences give you the edge when it comes to speaking, but they give you an edge in life as well. In the final part of this tw...

138: Your Experiences Are Your Greatest Assets - Part I (Speaking)

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everything that you've gone through up to the moment that you're had made you who you are today. Strong. Resilient. You've learned a lot and have a lo...

137: How To Take Breaks Without Feeling Guilty

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where overworking is glamorized, taking a break can seem like wasting time. The thing is - you WILL take breaks (you're human). After all, ...

138: The Invitation to Observe

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In an increasingly hectic world, the action of observing seems like it's becoming a lost art. Yet, if we want to make the best of our lives, it's IMPE...

137: Say NO To Perfection

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are a few things that are guaranteed to mess you up as a speaker and a communicator. One of those things is the need to be perfect. This episode...

136: Never Underestimate Your Voice

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everything you need to hear is in the episode :) Please listen and internalize this message. If you're reading this - that means it's for you!

135: The Toastmasters Challenge

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Life is short. When was the last time you tried something new, something that pushed you to be better? This simple challenge might be an excellent sta...

134: How to Stay On Time (IMPORTANT)

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Being able to stay on time when you're speaking is one of the golden keys to effective communication. But it can be difficult since our perceptions of...

133: Baby, It's "You"

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We often hear that "there is no 'I' in team". Well, when it comes to communication, there is definitely an 'I'. But there is also a 'you'. If we want ...

132: The Myth of the Mirror

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Practicing in the mirror." We've all heard about it. We may have been encouraged to do it before. But does it make sense, does it work? If we're prac...

131: Reverence, Period.

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When was the last time you had reverence for something? Do you even know what reverence is? Why is it a LIFEHACK, especially when it comes to communic...

130: How to Feel Confident When You Don't Really *Feel* Confident

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are times when you have to speak to others, confidently. Could be for an interview, or a presentation for work or school. But how do you speak c...

129: 3 Keys to PowerPoint Domination

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Using some type of presentation software is one of the surefire ways to enhance your speaking. Here are some 3 tips to keep in mind so you can dominat...

128: Make Them Want To Be There

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You're an audience member. You don't really want to be in the room or listen to that person speak, but you have to. We've all been there. But how do y...

127: 1st Challenge of 2021!

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to improving our public speaking, we don't have to reinvent the wheel. BUT: it is important to understand how the wheel can be improved ...

126: It's This One Thing...

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's the one thing we need to keep in mind - and focus on - going into 2021.

125: Pause and Step Back

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, in order to move forward, you have to pause and take a step back. This episodes invites you to do that.

124: Beat Your Bias!

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a biased person? Prejudiced? Are you fair? Objective? [The answer is revealed in this episode ;-).] But there's one thing that EVERYONE should...

123: A New Look: Time and Productivity

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In order to grow, you have to question your old strategies. Is there a better way to do something? Well, this episode suggests just that. There are so...

122: But I Don't Wanna...

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you always feel like doing things you "have" to do? (I'm guessing that the answer is no.) The same happens with public speaking - we don't always f...

121: "Gone Head and Tell It"

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When communicating, there's a shortcut to get people to resonate with you and ultimately remember your message. The shortcut is: stories. Really - if ...

120: Engage 'Em (So You Don't Lose 'Em)

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You've listened to boring speakers before. The ones who just present their info without engaging you or even making their content interesting. THIS IS...

119: Hold Up, Wait A Minute!

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes the most effective strategies are under-used. Pausing is one of them. Tbh, using intentional pauses in your presentation is a foolproof way ...

118: Strengthen Your Creative Muscles

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

YOU ARE CREATIVE. And it's important to utilize your creativity in public speaking. Here's the good thing - creativity is a skill that can be develope...

117: How to Add Humor

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think you're a funny person or not? Well, your answer doesn't really matter. When it comes to public speaking, humor is a skill that can be lea...

116: 'Fess Up

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Giving the illusion of being perfect or always put together isn't helping your communication. People want to know that you can relate... that you're h...

115: What Confidence Is(n't)

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of confidence, what comes to your mind? Notice that you already have a preconceived notion of what being confident is. What if that not...

114: Are You Comfortable or Nah?

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

TBH, the fear of public speaking is rooted in feeling "safe". Humans don't like feeling uncomfortable, whether it's communication-specific, or just re...

113: It's the Little Things.

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There's an important lesson for all of us in this episode.

112: Va-Va-Voicemail

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We don't place enough value on the art of leaving voicemails. Many times, this is the first impression you make on someone. And this is 100x more impo...

111: It Ain't You... It's Your Mindset

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen. You are gifted. Talented. CAPABLE. But when it comes to communication and public speaking... do you believe this? Know it? Or do you tell your...

110: Just Keep Going!

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Every so often you need a little boost, a pick-me-up. A reminder of how badass you are and why your effort matters. Why you matter. This heartfelt epi...

109: Mini Habits: Why Other Habit Techniques Don't Work

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

60-77% of people make New Year's resolutions. 8-19% of them only achieve SOME of their goals. Why? Because of our flawed approach to habit formation. ...

108: Knowing Your Worth with Dr. Laura Louis

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Laura Louis is a keynote speaker, author and public speaking coach. Having successfully completed hundreds of paid speaking events, many internati...

107: Fear Gon' Be There... Act Anyway

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to communication (and life in general), people get so caught in their fears that they don't move. They stay in their comfort zone. But t...

106: How to Change Our Pasts

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"You can't change the past." "The past is dead and gone." "It's over with." How many times have we heard things like this? Better yet... how many of u...

105: Playing A Losing Game

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

So many of us play a losing game everyday and we don't even realize it. We wake up, get so engaged in this game and then wonder why we feel so unfulfi...

104: How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

So many of us don't need even others to sabotage us... because we already do it ourselves! Over the years, I've become aware of 3 easy but unsuspectin...

103: Exploring Creativity with Fredrik Haren

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fredrik Haren, the Creativity Explorer, is a global keynote speaker with over 20 years experience. He's spoken to over 1,000,000 people in 70 countrie...