Authenticity. Ryan Foland speaks with Linda Williams, a best-selling author and business expert, behaviorist, and Life Coach. She uses her personal story of trauma to deeply connect and inspire audiences, teaching them how to find the courage it takes to face down the past. Ryan and Linda talk about what it means to be a truly authentic speaker. There are thousands of motivational and inspirational speakers, but sometimes their message leaves audiences thinking “Oh, I have heard this before…” and fails to engage them, or inspire change. Linda outlines the need for authenticity, and how you can lean into your past pain and healing process to develop a message that reaches the hearts of your audience. Listen to this podcast to find out: - How to deeply connect with your audience, by sharing a message that actually resonates with them. - How women who have suffered from sexual violence can tap into their inner strength and why this is essential for fulfilling their life’s purpose. - Why you need to deal with your issues and traumas if you want to become a truly authentic speaker. - How to find your our individual message that will stand out in an ocean of noise. - Why you need to build relationships with your audience on social media, and how to do it.