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EPISODE · Jan 1, 2026 · 15 MIN

She Quit Corporate and Took the Stage With No Plan w/ Souligna Stone

from Getting Speakers Booked · host macy baxi

🎤 In this episode, you’ll hear:Why Souligna quit corporate without a clear roadmapHow her first major speaking opportunity nearly fell apartWhat to do when fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome show up on stageWhy audiences connect more with honesty than polished perfectionHow one imperfect talk turned into paid opportunities and real impactWhy your story doesn’t need to be “ready” to be powerfulThis episode is a must-watch for speakers who:Feel stuck waiting for confidenceThink they need everything figured out before speakingWant to turn lived experience into a message that landsIf you’ve ever thought “Who am I to be on stage?” — this conversation is for you.⭐ Join the community→ Global Speakers Circle (Free Facebook Group):Connect with speakers, network, and get weekly tips👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/globalspeakercircle⭐ Connect with Macy→ Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @MacyBaxi→ Coaching, TEDx support, and speaker resources:👉 https://linktr.ee/macybaxi⭐ Connect with Souligna StoneIf you're a speaker who wants more stages, more confidence, and more opportunities — you’re in the right place.👉 Hit Subscribe, and let’s get you booked. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to Getting Speakers Booked — the podcast by speakers, for speakers.Every episode brings real stories, real strategies, and real experiences from people who found their voice and chose to use it. In today’s episode, Macy Baxi sits down with Souligna, a speaker, brand strategist, and entrepreneur who didn’t plan to become a speaker — she became one by saying yes before she felt ready. Souligna shares her raw, unforgettable story of leaving corporate, stepping onto her very first big stage with everything going wrong, and discovering that authenticity beats perfection every time.

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