Becoming a Thought Leader: Transform Your Career and Influence Your Industry

The Expert's Journey: Helping Speakers & Authors Succeed!

The Expert's Journey: Helping Speakers & Authors Succeed!
Becoming a Thought Leader: Transform Your Career and Influence Your Industry
Oct 30, 2025 Season 1 Episode 42
Dixie Maria Carlton Brad Hauck

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In today's episode, we explore the significant transformation that occurs when you transition from being a practitioner to a thought leader. 

We discuss the mindset shifts, brand evolution, and new opportunities that arise when you become the go-to expert in your field. We delve into the essence of thought leadership, moving beyond mere personal branding to focus on leading conversations and shaping industry trends. We also tackle the challenges of relinquishing hands-on work, developing robust frameworks, and maintaining a balance between directing and doing. 

We highlight the importance of taking a stand, even if it means facing controversy, to truly influence your industry. Join us for an in-depth discussion on how to elevate your career and become a recognised thought leader.

The Expert’s Journey podcast is dedicated to empowering authors, content creators, experts and professional speakers worldwide.

Join hosts Brad Hauck, author of AI Powered Profits: Use AI to Automate & Accelerate Your Business in 90 Days, and Dixie Carlton, author of Start With the Draft: How to Easily Plan and Write a Non-Fiction Book, as they share practical insights to elevate your speaking career.

Each episode delivers actionable strategies to grow your audience, sharpen your skills, and increase your impact through speaking, publishing, and smart marketing.

Whether you're looking to boost your influence or explore new ways to share your expertise, The Expert’s Journey gives you the tools and direction to succeed.

Episode Artwork Becoming a Thought Leader: Transform Your Career and Influence Your Industry 25:26 Episode Artwork Going Global vs Local as a Speaker 25:36 Episode Artwork Finding your Niche 22:18 Episode Artwork Mastering Publicity: Becoming the Expert Everyone Knows 29:03 Episode Artwork Creating Irresistible Lead Magnets: What Brad Did Wrong! 19:53 Episode Artwork Which Website Platform is the Best? 33:35 Episode Artwork Maximize Your Content: Turn One Talk into Endless Opportunities 20:24 Episode Artwork Audience Growth Mistakes and How to Overcome Them 24:14 Episode Artwork Inside the Mind of a Publishing Powerhouse: Insights from Dixie 18:13 Episode Artwork Common Questions People Ask Google About Public Speaking 23:05 Episode Artwork A Conversation with Brad Hauck, Mr. Web Marketing 15:33 Episode Artwork How Do I Make My Speeches Memorable? 17:42 Episode Artwork Building A speaker Brand That Stands Out Without Burning Out 22:55 Episode Artwork Which Self-Publishing Platform Should You Use? 22:30 Episode Artwork What Makes A Book Cover That Gets Attention 20:36 Episode Artwork Handling Difficult Audience Questions From Stage 23:59 Episode Artwork Profitable Pathways: How to Focus your Business into a Smart Funnel 18:45 Episode Artwork How NOT To Run A Workshop or Event! 31:44 Episode Artwork Connection is Key: Unlocking Opportunities Through Networking 25:01 Episode Artwork Harness Your Success: Strategies to Scale Your Wins 22:53 Episode Artwork Conquer Your Nerves & Unleashing Your Stage Presence 24:08 Episode Artwork Define Your Unique Voice: Authenticity in Writing and Speaking 20:55 Episode Artwork Using Consistent Branding To Propel Your Authority and Influence 25:37 Episode Artwork How Lead Magnets and eBooks Can Skyrocket Your Success! 23:37 Episode Artwork Adapting Your Speaking For Your Audience and Venue 26:17