After failing to become an engineer, Brian Olds shares his ability to shift directions in life by overcoming his fears.
Key Points:
•Gaining confidence through speaking.
•The fear of pivoting.
•Embracing the introvert.
•The art of listening to yourself and others.
•How to win friends.
•Locus of control.
•The foundation of balanced self-care.
•Myths about therapy.

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ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. Brian J. Olds is a 1st generation entrepreneur, award-winning speaker, best-selling author and certified introvert. His passion for speaking, diversity and building relationships led him to create Black Speakers Network (BSN), a membership-based professional speaker development and empowerment company. With an active network of more than 15,000 speakers, BSN is committed to equipping, connecting, and inspiring the next generation of professional Black speakers.

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ABOUT THE HOST
In 2007, a “fatal” car wreck left Lindsey Vertner brain-dead and paralyzed. Medical experts were amazed at Lindsey’s miraculous recovery. She uses her unparalleled perspective to push her clients toward success in their personal and professional lives. Lindsey’s expertise teaches female entrepreneurs and leaders how to master their mindset and increase their self-care, self-worth, and self-discipline (the “3 Pillars of Self”).

As an award-winning peak mindset expert, transformational speaker, and multi-time Amazon #1 best-selling author, Lindsey’s mission is to teach women around the world how to create their First Class Life® full of purpose, fulfillment, and happiness. Her unique techniques empower women to fully maximize their potential by walking in their God-given purpose and increasing their clarity, confidence, connections and cash-flow. With a master’s in Professional Counseling, Lindsey is a graduate of both Indiana and Liberty Universities.