Welcome to Episode 120 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts.
In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen interviews Joel Weldon, Hall of Fame speaker and founder of the Ultimate Speaking System. Joel went from being terrified of public speaking to becoming one of the most influential communication coaches in the world.
He breaks down the mindset shift that changed his life, how to connect with your audience authentically, and why the most powerful tool in speaking is being yourself.
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💡 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why great speaking isn’t about charisma, it’s about results
✅ The single mindset shift that turns fear into confidence
✅ How to connect with your audience using just one word
✅ The anatomy of a high-impact 10-minute presentation
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🔥 Memorable Quotes:
✨ “No one cares about your excitement. They care about what’s in it for them.” – Joel Weldon
✨ “You’re not performing, you’re connecting. That’s how real influence happens.” – Joel Weldon
✨ “Speak to your audience about what they need in an organized way they can follow and get yourself out of the way.” – Joel Weldon
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🔗 Resources:
🔗 Connect with Joel Weldon:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelweldon/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelweldonultimatespeaker/
Website: https://www.ultimatespeaker.com/
📣 Connect with Max Hansen & Y Scouts:
📱 Max Hansen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxhansen/
🌐 Y Scouts Website: https://yscouts.com/
🎧 Listen now: https://youtu.be/tmQev0gZ9MU
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