Episode 106 | The Secret to Speaking So People Actually Listen with David Swihart

Episode 106 | The Secret to Speaking So People Actually Listen with David Swihart

What if the reason your message isn't landing has nothing to do with your speaking skills and everything to do with your healing? In this powerful episode of Lead with H.O.P.E., Dr. Brandi Kelly sits down with pastor, speaker, and speech coach David Swihart to uncover what separates forgettable presentations from messages that truly transform lives. David shares the surprising truth about storytelling, why unresolved pain can undermine your impact, and how leaders can turn their experiences into messages that inspire action, connection, and purpose. Whether you're speaking from a stage, leading a team meeting, teaching in a classroom, or simply trying to influence others more effectively, this conversation will change the way you think about communication. Takeaways * Leadership starts with what one carries on the inside * Crafting a message of purpose requires healing from pain * Effective speech delivery involves customizing content to the audience * The younger generation's renewed interest in Christianity is a source of hope Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Lead with Hope Podcast * 06:00 Crafting and Delivering Impactful Speeches * 30:00 Renewed Interest in Christianity Resources and Links * Coversari Press: https://www.conversaripress.com/ [https://www.conversaripress.com/] * Book a Call with David Swihart: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8c320544/appointment/45388914/calendar/3483949?appointmentTypeIds[]=45388914 [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8c320544/appointment/45388914/calendar/3483949?appointmentTypeIds[]=45388914] * Visit https://sparkhopeedu.com [https://sparkhopeedu.com] to learn more about Dr. Brandi Kelly and Hope-Fueled Leadership

Episode 105 | Positive School Culture & Hope in Education with Danny Steele

Danny Steele, a 31-year education veteran, shares insights on building a positive school culture, finding purpose in education, and the paradigm shift in school leadership. He discusses the power of redefining light bulb moments, making a difference, collaborating with Todd Whitaker, and finding hope in education. Takeaways * Positive school culture is built through purposeful leadership. * Redefining light bulb moments and making a difference are key to staying inspired in education. Chapters * 00:00 Building a Positive School Culture * 09:40 Paradigm Shift in School Leadership * 16:15 The Power of Making a Difference * 22:09 Finding Hope in Education Resources and Links Visit Conversari Press - https://www.conversaripress.com/ [https://www.conversaripress.com/] Visit Spark HOPE Edu - https://sparkhopeedu.com/hopefueledpd26 [https://sparkhopeedu.com/hopefueledpd26] Danny Steele - https://www.steelethoughts.com/ [https://www.steelethoughts.com/]

Episode 104 | You Only Get One Ticket: Living and Leading with Intentional Joy

The conversation with Cyndy Walsh Rintzler, VP of Programs and Services at Inroads to Opportunities, explores the themes of embracing clarity and confidence, the power of hope in leadership, resilience and joy in adversity, finding joy in the journey, the impact of consistent empowerment, shifting mindset and paradigm, the role of mindset in leadership, cultivating habits for effective leadership, fostering encouragement and belief, defining success and excellence, recognizing unique gifts and talents, and finding hope in the helpers. Takeaways * Embracing clarity and confidence in leadership * The power of hope and resilience in adversity Chapters * 00:00 Embracing Clarity and Confidence * 05:24 Finding Joy in the Journey * 13:07 Cultivating Habits for Effective Leadership * 20:40 Defining Success and Excellence * 29:04 Recognizing Unique Gifts and Talents Resources and Links Conversari (Legacy Partner): https://www.conversaripress.com/ [https://www.conversaripress.com/] Inroads to Opportunities: http://www.inroadsto.org/ [http://www.inroadsto.org/] 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @sparkhopeedu [https://www.youtube.com/@sparkhopeedu] posts a new video on youtube! Website - sparkhopeedu.com [http://sparkhopeedu.com] Email -bkelly@sparkhopeedu.com [bkelly@sparkhopeedu.com] Instagram: @hopefueled_leaders [https://www.instagram.com/hopefueled_leaders] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandi-kelly-ed-d-lcsw/ [http://linkedin.com/in/brandi-kelly-ed-d-lcsw/]

Episode 103 | Meant for More with Karen Olsen

The conversation with Karen Olson, founder and CEO of Family Promise, delves into the power of turning pain into purpose, the importance of persistence, overcoming adversity, finding purpose and passion, building community and kindness, hope in humanity, and concludes with a call to action. Takeaways * Turning pain into purpose * The power of persistence Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Family Promise * 06:06 The Power of Persistence * 13:59 Finding Purpose and Passion * 19:15 Building Community and Kindness * 25:29 Hope in Humanity Links and Resources: Coversari (Legacy Partner: https://www.conversaripress.com/ [https://www.conversaripress.com/] Karen Olsen: https://www.karenolsonauthor.com/ [https://www.karenolsonauthor.com/] Family Promise: https://familypromise.org/ [https://familypromise.org/] Reach out to Brandi Kelly, Ed.D, LCSW at https://sparkhopeedu.com/ [https://sparkhopeedu.com/]

Episode 102 | Surviving a Secret Life with Mandi Pratt

The conversation explores the journey of pain and purpose, highlighting the power of hope and leadership. It delves into facing unimaginable circumstances, finding purpose, taking micro steps, and leading at home and in business. The importance of self-care, reflection, and choosing how to respond to pain is emphasized, along with the message of finding hope and purpose in life. Takeaways * Pain into Purpose * Hope and Leadership Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude * 05:12 Finding Purpose and Hope * 13:38 Leading at Home and in Business * 22:47 Talking to Yourself and Reflecting * 31:25 Reflecting on the Journey Links and Resources: Our Legacy Partner - Conversari: https://www.conversaripress.com/ [https://www.conversaripress.com/] Learn more about Mandi Pratt: https://womenawareandprepared.com/ [https://womenawareandprepared.com/] Learn more about Brandi Kelly @ Spark HOPE Edu: https://sparkhopeedu.com/ [https://sparkhopeedu.com/]