Mic Drop Mindset introduces a new episode format featuring live, on-camera coaching, welcoming Dr. Theresa B. Skaar (Dr. T), a social psychologist and mindfulness-based workplace facilitator who helps high-stress, helping professionals reduce burnout and improve communication.

Dr. T delivers a brief talk on mindful listening, defining mindfulness as paying attention on purpose in the present moment, nonjudgmentally, and leads a simple breath practice plus an everyday-activity exercise (like handwashing) to build active attention before bringing it into conversations.

Jenn then coaches Dr. T on strengths and improvements, praising her growing comfort, relatability, clear references, humor, and vivid language, while suggesting she deepen standout moments, show rather than tell with physical demonstration, add pauses, and use space more intentionally to avoid rocking.

Resources mentioned:

Email me at jegoswam@bweightless.com for a copy of the Speaker Feedback form.

Want to experience your own Mic Drop Moments? Join us in our weekly rehearsal group from April through August. https://calendly.com/jennchat/mdm?back=1&month=2026-03

About Theresa:

Dr. Theresa B. Skaar, also known as Dr. T, is a social psychologist, mindfulness-based speaker, and workplace facilitator who helps organizations reduce burnout and improve communication at work.

With a PhD in social psychology and certification in Mind-Body Medicine, she brings research-backed tools into high-stress, real-world environments. Drawing from 35+ years across healthcare, corporate, and academia, she teaches practical strategies for mindful communication, self-awareness, and navigating grief, change, and emotionally charged conversations.

Known for her humor, warmth, and no-nonsense approach, Dr. T helps leaders and teams move from reactive to intentional. Audiences leave with tools they can use immediately to listen better, speak more clearly, and build healthier workplace cultures.

Based in Minnesota, she works with healthcare teams, associations, and mission-driven organizations across the country.

Website: https://ccwithdrt.com/

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com

In this interactive episode of Mic Drop Mindset, host Jenn Espinosa-Goswami welcomes a special guest into the studio for a live mini coaching session. Joined by virtual mindset decluttering coach Michelle Hoff, listeners get an inside look at how to refine a speaking message for both impact and business growth.

Michelle shares her unique A.L.I.G.N. Method™ and introduces her “team decluttering” approach—a collaborative model designed to transform client outcomes while helping professional organizers expand their services and revenue.

As Michelle delivers a 5 minute segment of her talk, Jenn provides real-time, strengths-based coaching, highlighting what’s working and where greater clarity, audience connection, and calls to action can elevate the message.

If you’re a speaker, coach, or service-based professional looking to sharpen your presentations and clearly communicate your value, this episode offers practical insights you can apply immediately—plus a behind-the-scenes look at coaching in action.

Want to get a copy of the Speaker Feedback form? Email Jenn at jegoswam@bweightless.com with Subject "Feedback form".

Enrollment is open for Mic Drop Moments! This is a rehearsal group for speakers with weekly practice on Tuesday mornings from 10-11:30 Central. In this small group, you’ll present a 10 minute segment of your speech with feedback from both the group and Jenn, an ICF-certified speaker coach and international speaker at corporate, association and entrepreneurial events. Enroll for 6 months or 3 months.

View pricing here: https://calendly.com/jennchat/mdm?back=1&month=2026-03

About Michelle Hoff:

Michelle L Hoff is a Virtual Mindset Decluttering Coach. With 30 years of experience helping clients create a loved home - an owner of a cleaning business, landscape and interior designer, painter and Amazon Best Selling author. Her book “Compassionate Decluttering" and her proven framework, The A.L.I.G.N. Method™ empowers mid-life women to take control of clutter, get support, make lasting changes so she can have time and space to live with more ease and joy.

Website: https://compassionatedecluttering.com/

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com

In this episode, Jenn shares some of the lessons she learned in the beginning of her speaking business, before she knew the myths and realities of the industry.

The difference between a signature speech and a program, and why this makes the biggest difference between being a motivational speaker and a professional who gets paid.

Different types of speaking format- from keynote to fireside chat, and a short visualization exercise to identify what the best format is for you.

Lifestyle of professional speakers, including travel, pre-event planning and ability to fulfill a bigger number of speaking engagements per month.

What to include in your SpeakerKit, so you get hired as a professional speaker.

Do you see yourself as a keynote or breakout speaker? Email me at jenn@jennspingo.com and let me know.

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com

How do you know if you're a good speaker? In this episode, Jenn shares how to become a better professional speaker using the 3 E's.

Most speakers are strong in one of these, and neglect the other 2.

She also shares a free guide to self-assess how well you include all of the 3 E's.

Which E are you strongest in as a speaker, and which E would you like to improve upon?

Great speakers take time to rehearse, ideally with feedback from other speakers. Join the new Mic Drop Moments rehearsal group for weekly rehearsal on your presentations! Runs March 17-August 11. View details and pricing: https://calendly.com/jennchat/mdm?back=1&month=2026-03

Resources mentioned:

Walk-up Music playlist for speakers (add your own song): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT6JMOSA-TuefdR--vQ80Cwqrm8gmpIc3&si=dtQdgancMxt0KyjR

Elevate your Presentation with the 3 E's (free download): https://jennspingo.com/free-guide/

Talkadot for audience feedback (affiliate link) https://www.talkadot.com/s/jennespinosa-goswami/share

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com

How do you choose your signature speech? If you listen to Episode 2, you heard how Jenn started with her signature story. Today, let's talk about why it's important to stop telling stories and start delivering speeches that matter.

First, you look at your speaking topic(s).

Then, you determine the relevance of your speech through the lens of UVP. Mindset tip: you may be asking the wrong question here.

This is where the turning point between motivational speaking and professional speaking lies.

Remember who the hero of your speech is, and how to keep them front and center.

Do you know how to turn your story into a speech that gets you booked? Share your thoughts with me.

Resources: Signature Speech template download https://bit.ly/signaturespeak

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com

The number one question people ask me is, "Jenn, how did you start speaking?" Today's episode is gonna be about how my speaking journey began. My hope is that you'll hear some insights there that will help you begin your own speaking journey.

• From being bullied at school
• To emergency surgery one week before junior prom
• To losing a family member who showed me how to be a strong woman
• To inspiring my Toastmasters mentor to change her life

My first signature story revolved around my experiences with being a big loser.

But, there's a difference between a signature story and signature speech. This is often what separates unpaid motivational speakers from paid professional speakers.

What could be your signature story? Think about something in your life that you were really proud of.

Something that you achieved that maybe no one else in your family or your friends circle or your colleagues have achieved, that could be the beginning of your signature story.

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In this episode, Jenn shares why she decided to host a podcast after years of podcast guesting and speaking on stages.

She also shares the importance of Mic Drop Moments, what mindset means to her when it comes to speaking, and the first and last Mic Drop Moments (MDM) she's experienced while on stage.

Want to share your own MDM? Comment on this episode.

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com

Welcome to Mic Drop Mindset, hosted by Jenn Espinosa-Goswami (jennspingo). This podcast is for entrepreneurs and professional speakers who want to turn their message into a movement. Listen in for biweekly episodes on mindset and mechanics to grow your speaking brand.

This show is especially for those who aren't your typical keynote speakers, this includes multiracial women, BIPOC friends, the queer community and beyond. Your mic drop is as unique as you are.

Let's discover your custom speaking journey through solo episodes, live coaching, and much, much more.

Don't forget to subscribe and review this podcast, so you don't miss an epsiode.

Have a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me jenn@jennspingo.com.

Ready to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchat

Looking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com