Yesterday, Rich Hopkins was my guest on Stand Up and Speak Up. Some highlight’s from the interview are:
- His first fear of speaking – in kindergarten, during a performance of the play, “The Little Prince”
- His journey to speaking – college plays, a career in sales, joining Toastmasters and learning from his mentor that he was a good speaker, but he could be great if he learned to SAY something
- Being a two-time finalist in the World Championship of Public Speaking – 2006, 2008
- Being featured in Speak, a movie about public speaking and the 2008 World Championship
- His method of coaching speakers
The biggest surprise was Rich candidly sharing some personal and family health issues that have influenced his outlook on life.
Check out the podcast at the link below.
