Our guest today in his own words… “I’m Louis Swart, a seasoned Business Coach for Coaches and the Founder of Ironbrij, a human-AI-powered virtual assistant company that helps coaches avoid burnout and build self-sustaining businesses. With over 35 years of experience building and selling companies, managing more than 450 staff, and training coaches worldwide, I specialize in teaching effective delegation and growth strategies. I’m also a published author and was a top 50 finalist in the Next Top Speaker competition, and I speak internationally to help individuals reclaim their time, profitability, and peace of mind.

https://louisswart.com/

His Offer: https://vip.ironbrij.com.au/

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
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Former CEO, now a public speaker on the avoidance trap, resilient leadership, conflict vs capacity and more. Listen to his talk now!

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
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Jeremy Doran is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author of NeuroConversant Leadership. He helps leaders connect with people who think, work, and see the world differently, turning cognitive diversity from a communication challenge into a competitive advantage. His work is practical, research-backed, and grounded in real stories from his own life and career.

http://www.neuroconversantleadership.com/

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
I am your emcee for this event! I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!
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Mark Osborne is the host of The Valiant Forge, a podcast created for Christian men who want to grow in their faith through honest, grounded conversation. His work centers on biblical masculinity, spiritual leadership, and the quiet battles men often fight alone.

Mark’s story includes a late-life wake-up call marked by a health scare, depression, and a season of spiritual dryness that led to a renewed faith and restored marriage. That season reshaped how he understands manhood, obedience, and what it means to lead with humility and courage.

https://www.thevaliantforge.com/

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
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“The crab doesn't swim. It doesn't fly. It claws its way forward from the bottom of the ocean floor — and so have I. Welcome to Crab Crew Life. "From the depths, we rise.” This is the credo of today’s guest, Bryan Blackmon.
Bryan Blackmon left Texas for California chasing a dream — and ended up homeless, sleeping in his car, drowning in alcohol and addiction. Then an 85-year-old landlord named Elaine changed everything. She didn't just give him a room. She gave him a reason to rise.
Now sober, viral, and on a mission — Bryan built Crab Crew Life to prove that no matter how deep you've dug your hole, you can claw your way back out. Listen now!

His website: https://crabcrewlife.com/

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
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Brigid Kennedy is a debut YA historical fantasy author, violin teacher, and mother whose series OF IRISH MYTHS & INCAN LEGENDS is rooted in real family history spanning two continents and over a hundred years.
Her debut novel LOST — The Lost City of Incan Gold launched on St. Patrick's Day 2026 with 75 five-star reviews at 100% rating on Amazon. The series follows the Kennedy family — Irish treasure hunters whose real history includes a great-grandfather who married in Peru in 1910 and disappeared into the Amazon on his final expedition, never to return.
Three years ago Brigid's grandmother Catalina came to her in a dream and asked her to write the family story. She said yes. She wrote three books and a novella.

Her Website: https://brigidkennedybooks.com/

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
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Addison (Addie) Ott is an author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and warm, friendly speaker who radiates the love of Jesus.
She is the author of “Fellowship Over Followers", helping others recognize how comparison is stealing the joy of deeper intimacy with Jesus and fellowship with one another.
With a background in graphic design and a heart for storytelling, Addie creates spaces where others can engage with faith, friendship, and purpose in meaningful, gospel-rooted ways. Whether through writing, design, or podcast conversations, her mission is to help others live with intentionality, hope, and a heart set on Jesus.

Her Website: https://www.addisonott.com/

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Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
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Kimberly Crowe is the high-energy, broadcast personality of Speakers Playhouse and the creator of Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel. She has spoken on over 5,000 stages and holds a wealth of knowledge on landing and leveraging speaking opportunities. Originally from Southern California, she now lives virtually everywhere, traveling full-time as an inspirational speaker in locations around the world. Her motto is, “If it’s not fun, it’s not worth doing!” Today, she's peeling back the curtain to reveal how coaches, healers and entrepreneurs like you can instantly profit by speaking on four types of stages. Get ready to be delighted, engaged and energized!

Her website: https://speakersplayhouse.com/

Welcome to Step Up the Mic! The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak! This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!
I am your emcee for this event! I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!
The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!
Are you ready? Then it's time...

To Step Up to the MIC!!!

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