From Unconventional Upbringing to Transformational Coach: The Inspiring Journey of Mike Acker

Are you ready to be inspired by a story of transformation and resilience? This episode features a riveting conversation with Mike Acker, a multi-time author and transformational coach. Born to unconventional parents - a drug smuggler and a white witch, Mike's unique journey is packed with unexpected twists and turns. After a radical conversion, his parents moved to Mexico to dedicate their lives to serving the poor. Growing up in this environment, Mike overcame a speech impediment and cultural barriers, all of which have shaped his philosophy and work as a confidence and communication coach.Delving deeper, we uncover more about Mike's transition into a coach for executive communication. From battling the odds in his personal life to making a career switch from pastoral ministry to sales, Mike's journey is nothing short of remarkable. We discuss his book, translated into seven languages, that has impacted lives globally. Imagine this - a royal sovereign engrossed in his book found at an airport store! Listen in as we talk about how Mike's words have resonated with many and the divine hand guiding his journey.Finally, we get to pick Mike's brain on his expert strategies for public speaking and building confidence. He breaks down the three sources of confidence - identity, message, and skills - and how to utilize them. He emphasizes authenticity, listening to your audience, and providing value in communication. Tag along as Mike shares invaluable insights from his books on mastering public speaking and transform your fear into confidence. Don’t miss out on this journey through Mike's fascinating life story and his wisdom on communication and confidence building. So, are you curious about Mike's unusual upbringing and how it shaped his future? Intrigued to find out about his books that are changing lives around the world? Ready to unlock the secrets to confident public speaking? Then this episode is just for you. Tune in and let Mike's extraordinary journey inspire you.https://www.stepstoadvance.com/We're happy you're here! Like the pod? Visit our website! Check out our sponsor PitchDB! Start your trial on Simplified! For the accessible version of the podcast, go to our Ziotag gallery.We’re happy you’re here! Like the pod?Support the podcast and receive discounts from our sponsors: https://yourbrandamplified.codeadx.me/Leave a rating and review on your favorite platformFollow @yourbrandamplified on the socialsTalk to my digital avatar  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.