

The Speaker's Edge
Roddy Galbraith
Welcome to "The Speaker's Edge" podcast, where we're devoted to helping you master your message and inspire your audience every time you speak. Whether you're a speaker, coach, author, or entrepreneur, this podcast is your home for advancing your communication skills. With years of experience as a professional speaker and speaker trainer, your host, Roddy Galbraith, as worked alongside top communicators, including John Maxwell. Each week, in about 35 to 40 minutes, we'll share practical tools and insights drawn from training thousands of speakers globally. We're kicking off our first episode with how anyone can develop unshakable self-confidence as a speaker. I hope you can join us and find your speaker's edge!
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Dec 1, 2025 • 23min
040: The Secret Determiner of Success & How to Use it to Your Advantage
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores the powerful role that setting clear goals and intentions plays in a speaker's growth and overall success. He shows how aligning daily actions with long-term objectives brings order, focus, and efficiency to both your personal and professional life. He also shares practical strategies for discovering purpose, cultivating self-discipline, and turning interests into lifelong passions. Discover actionable tips for building better habits and staying motivated on your journey to becoming the most impactful communicator you can be!

Nov 24, 2025 • 27min
039: Why to Develop Your Speaking Skills & How to Start
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores why developing speaking skills is crucial for personal and professional growth. He shares practical steps to get started as a speaker, addresses common challenges like imposter syndrome and overwhelm, and reveals how consistent, imperfect action leads to improvement. Roddy Galbraith draws on insights from John Maxwell and other thought leaders, offering actionable strategies for becoming an expert who communicates with impact. Listeners will discover how to craft compelling presentations, bring their messages to life with stories, and embrace the ongoing process of growth to inspire any audience.

Nov 17, 2025 • 13min
038: From Cradle to Conviction: How Early Experiences Shape Our Beliefs
In this episode of the Speaker's Edge Podcast, Roddy Galbraith unpacks how our earliest experiences form the subconscious beliefs that drive our confidence, success, and communication. You'll discover why many of your thoughts about who you are—and what you can achieve—were learned before you could even think for yourself. Roddy shares practical insights on changing subconscious beliefs, achieving self-image transformation, and overcoming the limits we unknowingly accept. You'll learn how to: Recognize and replace limiting beliefs holding you back Reprogram your mindset for growth and confidence Use public speaking as a tool for personal development 🎯 Ready to grow? Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to explore our communication skills training and leadership and public speaking programs through the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team.

Nov 10, 2025 • 26min
037: Are We Really Logical? How Emotion Rules Human Behavior
Title: Why Emotion, Not Logic, Drives Public Speaking Success In this episode of The Speaker's Edge Podcast, Roddy Galbraith explores why emotion—not logic—drives human behavior and decision-making, especially in communication and public speaking. Using engaging stories—including the movie that inspired a decades-long fear—Roddy explains how learned emotional programs shape our reactions, confidence, and speaking style. You'll learn how to: Apply emotional intelligence to your own public speaking habits Overcome the fear of public speaking through awareness and practice Build self-confidence as a speaker Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team speaker training programs and elevate your communication skills.

Nov 3, 2025 • 18min
036: How to Believe in Yourself (Even When You Don't)
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores practical steps for building unshakable self-confidence, even when doubt creeps in. He shares why transformation requires more than a quick decision, focusing instead on the ongoing process of evolving beliefs and overcoming resistance to change. Through relatable stories and examples, Roddy illustrates how facing fears directly—rather than avoiding them—is essential for personal growth. Listeners gain actionable strategies to upgrade their mindset, outgrow old limitations, and become more self-assured in every speaking opportunity.

Oct 27, 2025 • 34min
035: Becoming Presidential: Body Language Basics for Executive Presence
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith shares practical strategies for improving executive presence through effective body language. He highlights how first impressions and habitual movements shape the way leaders are perceived, offering actionable tips to project confidence and professionalism. Roddy explains the importance of self-awareness, recommending video review and rehearsal to refine posture, gestures, and facial expressions. Listeners gain clear guidance on cultivating body language that aligns with their message, helping them inspire trust and engagement in any setting.

Oct 20, 2025 • 22min
034: The Power of the First Impression
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores the critical role of first impressions in shaping executive presence. He shares practical strategies for influencing how others perceive you, including the power of visual cues and the importance of being well-prepared and attentive. Roddy also explains how snap judgments form in seconds and why it's essential to proactively manage the way you present yourself. You'll gain actionable tips on self-awareness, body language, and continual growth to boost confidence and authority in any setting.

Oct 13, 2025 • 27min
033: Proper People Propel Us Further Forward Faster
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores how the right relationships can accelerate personal and professional growth for speakers and communicators. He explains how surrounding yourself with "proper people" leads to significance, inspiration, and ongoing development, far beyond what you can achieve alone. Listeners learn practical ways to leverage informational, observational, experiential, and psychological growth through collaboration and modeling. Roddy also offers actionable advice for building an empowering environment, overcoming discouragement, and finding coaches to help master communication and leadership skills.

Oct 6, 2025 • 17min
032: How to Maximize Your Life With The Pareto Principle
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores the power of the Pareto Principle and its impact on productivity and focus. He guides listeners through practical examples of how prioritizing the most important tasks unlocks greater results in less time. Roddy also shares effective strategies for speakers and communicators to craft compelling content by using personal stories, teaching pieces, and flexible message blocks. Listeners will gain actionable tips for maximizing their time, managing priorities, and strengthening their influence, all while learning new ways to inspire any audience.

Sep 29, 2025 • 29min
031: The Secret to Living Into Your Full Potential
Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores how speakers and leaders can unlock their full potential by combining proven material from experts like John Maxwell with their own life experiences. He shares actionable strategies for using effective prioritization and personal stories to make messages more engaging and impactful. Roddy outlines how building strong relationships and genuine connections within teams can dramatically increase motivation, organizational performance, and personal growth. Listeners gain practical insights into leadership, influence, and the critical role of trust and care in inspiring others.


