SPI 715: Behind the Scenes of Landing a TEDx Talk with Julie DeLucca-Collins
Sep 13, 2023
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Julie DeLucca-Collins shares her expertise on finding success and landing a TEDx talk. They discuss building confidence, using core values for goals, and embracing failure. The chapter highlights personal values, imposter syndrome, and the process of preparing for a TEDx talk. They also touch on supporting and collaborating with women podcasters.
Confidence is essential for success and comes from taking action in the face of fear and uncertainty.
Aligning your message with the theme of an event and persistently pursuing opportunities are key to landing a TEDx talk.
Deep dives
Importance of Confidence and Values in Success
Confidence is key in achieving success, and it comes from taking action in the face of fear and uncertainty. Julie DeLuca Collins, a business strategy coach and TEDx speaker, emphasizes the importance of being outspoken and staying true to your values. She believes that failure is a necessary part of the journey and that it can build confidence and resilience. Julie's goal is to inspire and support women to go confidently in the direction of their dreams, leveraging their unique strengths and values.
Lessons from TEDx Application Process
Julie shares her experience in applying for TEDx talks. She initially applied to a local event but was not selected. Undeterred, she continued her journey and found success by staying true to herself and her message. Julie learned the importance of aligning her message with the theme of the TEDx event and providing research-backed claims. She highlights the value of persistence and finding opportunities that resonate with her values.
The Power of Inclusion and Confidence
Julie's TEDx talk centers on the power of inclusion and how confidence plays a significant role. Drawing from her background as a tiny habits coach, she emphasizes that inclusion is like being invited to a party, while confidence is having the courage to step onto the dance floor. Julie believes that confidence can be built through action and habit formation, allowing individuals to bring their unique gifts and perspectives to the world.
Future Goals and Community Collaboration
Beyond her TEDx talk, Julie has big goals for the future. She plans to continue writing books, expanding her speaking engagements, and mentoring other women in their journeys. Julie believes in collaboration and hopes to connect others with opportunities to share their messages. She values authenticity and supporting others to go confidently in the direction of their dreams.
#715 Confidence is the action you take in the face of fear and uncertainty. If you're building a business, playing it safe can only get you so far. Instead, you need to build up the courage to swing for the fences! In this episode, Julie DeLucca-Collins of Go Confidently Coaching shares her expertise to help you find and achieve your version of success. She and I will walk you through the mindset and behaviors to help you check off your biggest goals! Julie also shares news of her upcoming TEDx talk. She gives us an inside look at the extensive process of applying, auditioning, and preparing for this event. So, what does it take to land a TEDx talk? How do you use your core values to move toward your goals? Why should you embrace failure as a necessary step? We discuss all this in today's perspective-shifting chat with Julie. Listen in for a serious dose of inspiration! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session715.