Everyone get their abstract descriptions ready for tomorrow’s call.

Do we start back up this coming Monday?

Shakin' Hands Podcast recently had on Sofia Fasquelle, co-founder of SimpleAF. She makes a very impactful and strong point as an early startup entrepreneur. Many people want to be entrepreneurs to "have more time," but the harsh reality, which Sofia points out, is when starting, you will have no time. Money is tight or nonexistent; you don't have money to delegate tasks, and all you have is your time to give. When starting a business, you will lose friends, your circle may grow smaller, and you may miss holidays or family gatherings. It's the work that must be done. Over time, those who support and understand your vision will follow you. For those who don't, maybe you don't need them anymore. They are burdens on your success and journey. Is it worth leaving them behind to chase what you want? What is everyone's take on Sofia's perspective? Drop your thoughts in the comments👇

Would love to know everyones thoughts on this topic. Here are a few questions that align with what we'll be covering... - How can you speak so people actually listen—and remember what you said? - What makes a message stick emotionally, not just logically? - How does tone and delivery affect trust and persuasion? - What separates a forgettable speaker from a magnetic one? - How do you speak with clarity when emotions or pressure are high? - What role does body language play in speaking with authority? - How do great speakers use silence to increase impact? - What psychological triggers make an audience feel connected to you? - How can storytelling be used to influence without feeling manipulative? - What does it take to shift someone’s mind—not just win an argument? - How do you prepare your mindset before a high-stakes conversation? - Why do people tune out—and how do you re-capture attention in the moment? What would mastering this skill do for you right now?

Standup will resume June 2. We are going to structure the classes a bit differently than before. We will pick a monthly theme as a group and then the group will have the chance to pick specific questions they want answered. Each class will be built around addressing those questions. If you will be joining the calls can you please suggest topics you would like to learn about in the comments below. Thanks!