Pushing Past Your Comfort Zone: What a Stammerer with 1M Followers Taught Me About Bravery

Estelle Read
Pushing Past Your Comfort Zone: What a Stammerer with 1M Followers Taught Me About Bravery
In this inspiring episode, we dive into leadership lessons through the remarkable journey of Sam Bagshaw, an influencer with over 1 million followers who emb...
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In this inspiring episode, we dive into leadership lessons through the remarkable journey of Sam Bagshaw, an influencer with over 1 million followers who embodies calm, confident, and strategic leadership. Despite having a stammer, Sam doesn’t let fear or self-doubt hold him back, demonstrating how true leadership is about embracing challenges and enabling brilliance in oneself and others. Join us as Sam shares his experience navigating public speaking, TV appearances, and philanthropic efforts, proving how strategic decisions to step outside your comfort zone can unlock your full potential. This conversation offers valuable insights on optimising your leadership mindset, turning criticism into fuel for growth, and embracing courage to lead with confidence. Whether you're a leader looking to enhance your strategic impact or someone aiming to break through personal barriers, Sam's story will inspire you to rethink what’s possible. Discover practical techniques to cultivate calm and confidence, enabling you to lead brilliantly and strategically every day. What You Will Learn: 💡 Discover the mindset shift that transforms criticism into fuel - learn Sam's simple but powerful technique for handling negativity that every leader can apply immediately 💡 Uncover why intentionally putting yourself in uncomfortable situations isn't just brave, it's strategic - and how this practice can unlock opportunities you've been avoiding 💡 Explore the surprising connection between missed childhood experiences and adult courage, and what it means for breaking through your own comfort zone barriers Here’s to your leadership development and personal growth! Estelle Read Bestselling Author, Leadership Coach & Speaker Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction - Sam Bagshaw's journey to over 1 million followers (00:40) Who is Sam Bagshaw? Building a platform through vulnerability (01:52) Understanding stammering as a neurological condition (03:20) From warehouse worker to social media influencer (03:59) The courage to post that first video (06:40) Handling internet trolls and negative comments (09:48) How Sam's content inspires others to be brave (10:23) Action for Stammering Children charity work and running marathons (12:21) Breath work techniques for managing speech (13:26) Speaking on stage despite fear of public speaking (15:58) Managing nerves before TV and stage appearances (17:10) The inner dialogue that calms performance anxiety (18:23) Sam's powerful mindset (19:06) Where bravery comes from (19:53) Childhood experiences that shaped who Sam is today (22:08) Creating challenge videos (23:51) What businesses can do to support people with speech impediments (27:13) A day in the life of a social media influencer (31:18) The belief that shaped childhood and the one that changed (35:48) Three actionable tips for building courage (40:23) Staying in practice to maintain confidence (43:01) Final thoughts and closing reflections (43:45) Thank you and closing (43:55) Pause, Reflect, Act: Your Mini Leadership Coaching Session (45:20) Close ⭐Listen on your favourite podcast platform here: https://estelleread.com/podcast/ ⭐Follow or Contact Sam Bagshaw for Speaking Event Enquiries: https://www.tiktok.com/@stammerexperiences https://www.youtube.com/@Stammerjourney https://www.instagram.com/sam_bagshaw_ Sponsor Sam: https://www.justgiving.com/page/sam-bagshaw-2 ⭐Follow Estelle Read: https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee ⭐Access Resources or Book a Free Discovery Call: ⁠https://estelleread.com/resources/⁠ ⭐Estelle Read’s Coaching Programmes: ⬆️⁠The Optimised Leader Programme: NEXT LEVEL⁠ 🌟⁠The Resilient Leader Programme: SHINE⁠ ⭐Buy Estelle Read’s Bestselling Book: ⁠Inner Brilliance, Outer Shine: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism and Stress ⁠ ⭐Subscribe to Estelle Read’s Blog: ⁠Receive my free workbook: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism & Stress, when you sign up. ⁠ ⭐Help Us Keep Growing & Going: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe wherever you listen or watch, leave a review or share it with someone who might benefit. Thank you ❤️. ⭐Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific advice.

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