Elevating Strategic Leadership and Culture with Latoya Collins-Jones

In this episode of the SPEAKPact podcast, host Antoniette Roze, a celebrated speaker agent, invites Latoya Collins Jones, an expert in leadership development, to share her journey and insights into becoming a high-demand speaker within the speaking industry. Latoya discusses her multifaceted career path, the importance of effective leadership in driving culture, and her approach to connecting with her audience on a deeper level. She also touches on the significance of authenticity, the impact of storytelling, and her personal strategies for attaining speaking opportunities. Additionally, Latoya introduces her leadership masterclass and one-to-one coaching programs aimed at helping leaders excel in their roles. The podcast emphasizes the power of speaking to impact individuals and offers practical advice for emerging speakers to navigate and succeed in the speaking arena.00:00 Introduction to the SPEAKPact Podcast01:01 Guest Introduction: Latoya Collins-Jones02:11 Latoya's Journey into Leadership Development03:51 The Importance of Leadership in Business and Life04:43 Defining High Performing Culture05:53 Latoya's Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship08:56 The Power of Authenticity in Leadership20:41 The Art of Storytelling in Leadership26:28 Latoya's First Major Speaking Engagement28:39 Building Personal Brand and Identity29:25 The Power of Saying Yes29:37 The Value of Every Speaking Opportunity31:53 Understanding Your Audience33:20 The Art of Humor in Speaking34:17 The Importance of Knowing Your Audience37:11 The Role of Leadership and Culture in Speaking42:35 The Impact of Speaking on Personal Brand and Network50:10 The Power of One in Speaking50:57 Conclusion: Keep Moving ForwardLEARN MORE & CONNECT with Latoya Collins-Jones:https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoya-collinsjones/https://www.youtube.com/@CulturexDesignLinks to Connect with Antoniette and Wellness Productions:On the Web:www.speakerbooker.comwww.speakpact.com www.wellnessproductionsco.com On LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/1AntonietteOn Facebook:www.facebook.com/1Antoniettehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063739068704www.facebook.com/groups/speakpactWATCH video versions of our episodes on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@1antonietteAnd on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/1antoniette/