Jules Brooke: Championing Women's Voices From the Stage to the Spotlight

Connect with Carmen SederinoWebsite: illuminatedstory.com LinkedIn: Carmen Sederino YouTube: Illuminated Story Instagram: @illuminatedstory Free Masterclass: Beyond the Keynote MasterclassConnect with Jules BrookeWebsite: julesbrooke.com LinkedIn: Jules BrookeJules Brooke: Championing Women's Voices From the Stage to the SpotlightEpisode DescriptionIn this powerful episode of Beyond the Keynote, Carmen Sederino sits down with Jules Brooke, a serial entrepreneur, PR expert, MC, and passionate advocate for getting more women onto stages and into the spotlight.Key MomentsGrowing up across multiple countries as a military child and how it shaped her entrepreneurial spiritHer lifelong passion for performance and theatreThe challenges women face in public speaking and male-dominated industriesWhy more women need to step into the spotlight and share their storiesThe power of podcasting as a networking and visibility toolQuotes to Remember"If you can see it, you can be it.""Be that woman that will mention another woman's name in a room full of opportunities."Jules' Incredible JourneyBorn in Ireland, grew up in Germany, Cyprus, and England before moving to Australia at age 12 due to her father's military careerA passion for theatre and performance from a young ageFounded Handle Your Own PR, teaching business owners how to get their own media coverageCreated She's The Boss, a platform highlighting female founders through events, podcasts, and interviewsLaunched Australian Women Speakers, a directory elevating women in the speaking industryNamed a Top 50 Small Business Leader in 2024Speaking Career HighlightsOver 20 years of experience as a topic expert, motivational speaker, and MCHosts over 40 events per year, both online and in personAdvocates for equal representation of women on stages globallyBrings a practical, entertaining delivery style that leaves audiences energizedAdvice for SpeakersOvercoming speaking anxiety is a skill that can be developedWomen need to stop underestimating the value of their own storiesBuilding a supportive community of women speakers creates momentum for everyonePodcasting is one of the fastest ways to build your network and your profileMC work can be a powerful entry point for aspiring speakersAuthenticity in your message will become even more valuable in a tech-driven worldFree ResourceBeyond the Keynote MasterclassAbout the HostCarmen Sederino is the founder of Illuminated Story, transforming high-stakes presentations into unforgettable performances. With a background in theatre and corporate leadership, she helps leaders and experts create impactful, memorable speaking experiences.DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and host, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Illuminated Story.