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Trends & Resources for Thought Leaders

For Speakers

2026 Update: Use present-tense storytelling to stay fully in the moment onstage.

2026 Update: Delivering a masterful performance has little to do with natural disposition.

In a speaking industry overpopulated by experts, it’s time to stand out as a visionary.

For Authors

An Inside Look from the First Cohort of GRAD | Book Writing Mastery

HEROIC Alumna Stacy Fritz upleveled her speaking to pitch, launch, and sell a new product.

How to know when it’s time—and why you’re farther ahead than you think.

For Thought Leaders

Explore how professionals can start, balance, and expand their portfolio of offerings.

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Embracing your “extra” and becoming fully self-expressed is key to doing your best work.

Six essential attributes set genuine thought leaders apart from the rest.

Steal the Show, a HEROIC Podcast

Michael reflects on the season's insights and offers tips on applying expert advice.

Michael and Dylan Gallimore discuss translating brand values into impactful communications.

Martin Perelmuter, of Speakers Spotlight, shares insights on working with speakers bureaus.

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It’s no coincidence that successful speaker-authors rarely stop at one book.

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2026 Update: Use present-tense storytelling to stay fully in the moment onstage.

2026 Update: Delivering a masterful performance has little to do with natural disposition.

In a speaking industry overpopulated by experts, it’s time to stand out as a visionary.