| What is your “Speaker Superpower”? | |
| As an educational leader, my superpower is being an encourager. I enjoy helping people see their own potential and cheering them on until they reach it. | |
| How does your message empower others? | |
| My message of showing up with excellence empowers others by helping them function as a positive change agent in their environment that reshapes how they view their surroundings. | |
| What inspired you to start speaking or coaching? | |
| When I first saw the legendary Tony Brown host his journal talk show, I was intrigued by the informative dialogue. After stepping into the classroom to teach children and adults, I noticed the impact of inspiration and real-word conversations that inspire me as a motivational speaker. | |
| What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received in your career as a speaker? | |
| The best advice I ever received in my speaking career was to be authentic. | |
| What are some of your most memorable moments or achievements in this field? | |
| One of my memorable moments was when I addressed a group of 70-80 years old at a local Rotary Club. I discovered it was one of the members birthday’s just before I delivered my message. The title of my message was, “Keep It Moving.” With that in mind, I instantly broke the ice by singing the jingle, “Let’s move it, move it.” Everyone chimed in to sing and then I delivered the message. | |
| How do you stay motivated and inspired to continually grow your influence? | |
| I stay motivated and inspired by taking time to pray, having meaningful conversations with others, and reading good books. | |
| How does your brand reflect your core values? | |
| My brand is about hope, being authentic, and impactful. It appeals to audiences looking for clarity and transformation. | |
| What do you want audiences to remember after experiencing your presentation or session? | |
| I hope to leave my audiences with a greater sense of clarity, confidence, and empowerment. Ultimately, helping my audience find laughter, joy, and leave feeling more capable and informed | |
| What has been your biggest learning experience as a speaker or consultant? | |
| • To be yourself. Share your story and don’t rush or overthink. Take your time, let go of the anxiety, and speak with authenticity. | |
| What advice would you give to aspiring speakers, coaches, or consultants who want to make an impact? | |
| Don’t overthink what you can’t do—just do it and figure it out as you go. You can’t do it all alone, so get immediate help with your marketing and management.” | |
| Finally, how can people get in touch with you? | |
| People can reach me at: www.drjosiahj.com and send email to: [email protected] |