Twins Talk it Up Podcast

Twins Talk it Up Summer Series: Transforming and Diversifying the Tech Community

Microsoft’s Annual Partner Conference, Inspire 2023 starts this week. In recognition of Inspire, we are replaying another popular episode with Darrell Booker, Corporate Affairs Specialist. To learn more about Microsoft’s NTA program and the work that Darrell is doing, visit http://aka.ms/microsoftcommunities and connect with him on LinkedIn. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Twins Talk it Up Summer Series: Tech and Modern Mentoring with Lani Phillips

Will you be attending Microsoft’s Annual Partner Conference? Inspire 2023 starts July 18th and is sure to be a fantastic event. In recognition of Inspire, we are replaying one of the more popular episodes with Lani Phillips, VP US Channel Partners. Keep up with Lani by connecting with her on LinkedIn or by visiting laniphillips.com/--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 149: Gen Z Entrepreneurship

Generation Z also known as Zoomers are our next wave of innovative leaders and entrepreneurs. They are passionate, curious, and bring creativity to finding innovative solutions to challenges. How can they turn their passions into impact? How can they get their ideas to the market? Recent SMU graduate, Raleigh Dewan is the founder and managing partner of the NB Group, which includes social impact companies such as SteadiSpoon (a self-stabilizing assistive eating device for people suffering debilitating hand tremors) and The Sister Shaq Tea Company (A socially conscious tea company fighting human trafficking in our local communities).Raleigh is an impressive young leader and we discuss what has been fueling his passion as an entrepreneur. Raleigh believes that Gen Zers are socially conscious and desire to make an impact. He encourages them to consider starting with their own local communities and to never be afraid to ask for help. If you are met with silence or don’t receive a favorable reply, keep asking. 'It's not always how, but who', as in who would be the best person to help.In speaking with and in mentoring other students he shares the 'explore and exploit' principle.Connect with your story and support young leaders. To learn more about Raleign Dewan, SteadiSpoon and Sister Shaq’s Sweet Teas, visit thenbgroup.com/--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 148: Sweet Recipe for More Dough (Part 2)

Part 2 of our conversation with Entrepreneur, Podcaster and Founder Bennett Maxwell of Dirty Dough Cookies.We dive into his Deeper Than Dough podcast, why he focuses on communication skills and on the importance of mental health. Bennett wants to redefine what success is. He built within the company a vehicle to fund mental wellness centers in K through 12 schools.Bennett shares what he practices in order run a successful business:Emphasis on physical healthEmphasis on mental healthPhysiological sigh breathing technique to combat stress. Quoted neuroscientist Andrew Huberman (huberman lab podcast)Ice bathSaunaMassage ChairLight TherapyConnect with Bennett on LinkedIn, listen to the Deeper Than Dough Podcast, consider becoming a Franchisee and visit dirtydoughcookies.com/--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 147: Sweet Recipe for More Dough (Part 1)

If you are in search of a winning recipe, then look no further than this sweet episode. Entrepreneur, podcaster and the driving force behind Dirty Dough Cookies’ unbelievable growth, Bennett Maxwell shares his entrepreneurial journey and his recipe for success. In Part 1 of our conversation with Bennett, we touch on Bennett’s philosophy of building: 1. SimplicityProvide something that is both simple and scalable.2. Having and building the right teamSeasoned veterans and 'letting them do what they're good at.’How in 18 months, they have sold 360 franchises, opening anywhere from 1 to 3 stores a week. How you can look at challenges as opportunities. They took advantage of a lawsuit and used it to propel their business and their message. Connect with Bennett on LinkedIn, listen to the Deeper Than Dough Podcast and visit dirtydoughcookies.com/Stay tuned for Part 2 of this incredible conversation. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 146: Communication and Situational Awareness w/ DISC Part 2

Part 2 of our conversation with Keith Daw, Founder & Chief Architect of Be Kinetic. We continue to dive into DISC and how this tool can help improve workplace productivity, communication and sales.Intentionality is key to a successful integration of DISC for all levels of leadership. DISC helps you to respond and answer team members according to their DISC style. This reflects the importance of listening and being able to lean into that secondary DISC Style. A great tip Keith provided for team members to consider during virtual meetings is to add your DISC Style within your name/title area to support that depth of awareness and foster great communication. Don’t make DISC 'an afterthought'. Add this to your sales enablement and leadership development program. Connect with Keith on LinkedIn and visit be-kinetic.com to learn more about his DISC training. Here is the Be Kinetic DISC Cheat Sheet: https://bit.ly/ttu-bekinetic--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 145: Communication and Situational Awareness w/ DISC (Part 1)

Organizations looking to enhance their leadership development initiatives value productivity and performance platforms. How can these tools transform leaders and their understanding of themselves and the people around them? How can they shape communication and strengthen culture and increase success? Keith Daw, Founder & Chief Architect of Be Kinetic, a communication-centric Go To Market consulting firm shares his thoughts about the importance of incorporating DISC training for every level of an organization. DISC is an acronym that stands for the four main personality profiles described in the DISC model: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness and Conscientiousness. Which are you?DISC can help you:Improve both self-awareness and situational awareness.Retain and develop your best talent. Understand your team and prospects, and adapt to their behavior/personality profile.Learn how to work together more productively.Become more effective communicators.Keith makes the point of, “why would you want to be potential, when you can be kinetic. There’s too much potential out there in business and in life.”Connect with Keith on LinkedIn and visit be-kinetic.com to learn more about his DISC training. Here is the Be Kinetic DISC Cheat Sheet: https://bit.ly/ttu-bekinetic--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 144: Microsoft BPGI Recap & BCPA Golf Classic

A single event can change everything for you and your business. We were fortunate to join other Microsoft Partners and Stakeholders at the First Black Partner Growth Initiative (BPGI) Summit at Microsoft’s HQ in Redmond, Washington. In partnership with the Black Channel Partner Alliance (BCPA) and AppMeetup, tech leaders throughout the country came together for an interactive experience focused on driving innovation and business growth.The depth of support and commitment from Microsoft and other leading organizations to the growth, development, sales acceleration, and success of the Black partner was amazing. The events of the week included:Partner ReceptionSummit featuring talks and workshops from industry leaders, as well as Senior Microsoft executives.Accelerator Catalyst GraduationBCPA Golf ClassicStrategic NetworkingBecome a supporter of this vision:Go to Microsoft’s website and searching for the Black Partner Growth Initiative (BPGI)Visit bcpalliance.comVisit bcpalliance.comVisit AppMeetup.comDiversity and Inclusion matters. Join this movement. Ignite the fires of innovation and watch out for the endless possibilities. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 143: Storytelling Success with Video

You've likely heard the saying that ‘facts tell, but stories sell.’ The art of storytelling through video is a powerful and effective method for strengthening your brand, connecting with your target audience and for communicating value.John Fragale, Partner at Levitate Media shares his experience in the industry, talks about his mindset and how they’ve navigated the health pandemic. Levitate Media has produced over 10,000 videos and content services through their live and animated work. John shares insight into:-Building culture begins with a commitment to hiring the best talent, investing in training and mentorships and by an expectation of transparency.-Trends including on-site videos, videos for events and the impact of AI.-Implementation of a strategy during the pandemic with free branded videos for prospects.-His mindset of taking bold bets, calculated risks and learning from them-His advice for those interested in the field of marketing. Focus on the value you add and the niche you fit.To learn more about John, connect with him on LinkedIN and visit levitatemedia.com/While at the website, take advantage of their ‘Video Budget Calculator’ to get an estimate of future projects. He is also providing a resource with the following link https://rb.gy/3czbk--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 142: Mindset & High Performance Coaching

What would acquiring Olympic-Level confidence mean for you and your organization? The top performers in the world believe in and invest in coaching. This conversation was so amazing, we had to release this one on both of our programs.Sheryl Kline is a mental toughness and high performance coach. Her focus is on empowering female leaders to gain clarity on their legacy, build that Olympic-level confidence and to increase their ‘FBI Strategic’ influence.Studies have shown that having women in key positions of leadership increases both profitability and sustainability of the workforce. Two things that can hold women back from having influence: anger and invisibility. Sheryl has experienced more of her practice moving from an emphasis on mental toughness toward that of emotional agility under pressure. Some additional insight:Step into the leader you want to be todayGive yourself permission - empower yourselfRest is needed to rechargeStress and procrastination costs companies $1.8 Trillion dollarsFuture CastingHer 3-1-1sSister company, 'Girl Up Initiative Uganda'Be sure to listen to her Limitless Leader podcast and visit sherylkline.com/getacquainted Pick up her book called, Zoned In: The Mental Toughness required for World Class You and be on the lookout for her next project to be released early 2024 called, The Fearless Female Leader--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp