Speaks
If therapy and TED Talk had a baby.
I’ve been told I should be a comedian. I’ve also been told I’m “too much,” which frankly is better than being too little. There was also that one mediocre white guy who called me an “acquired taste” – gross. RIP dude…kidding, he’s still around hanging out with all of his other mediocre buddies. It’s good to have a network.
What I am is, unapologetically, Bode.
When I speak, facilitate or give a keynote it comes from 20+ years of strategic communications colliding with my ADHD, my love of a good f-bomb, trauma I’ve survived, stories I’ve lived, 19 years of small business ownership, the spectacular failures and lessons I’ve collected over the years and the absolute hijinks that is my life with nine rescue dogs (and a husband).
I have “find comfort in the uncomfortable” tattooed on my arm, because it’s a reminder that growth happens when we push ourselves outside of our safe, comfy bubbles.
It’s the basis of every single presentation, keynote, video, workshop, and conversation I have.
I said what I said, and I presented what I presented.
Little-known fact: when you have ADHD, you feel the need to solve all the world’s problems. It’s why my speaking focuses on teaching people to own what makes them awesome, helps companies incorporate soft skills coaching into onboarding or professional development, and reminds small business owners that people do business with people, not logos.
The Good Stuff
Every presentation is different, because every audience is different. Bode Speaks changes based on the people in the room, it’s why audiences pay attention when I talk.
If you’re looking for canned presentations, I’m not your guy. If you’re looking for unforgettable, then let’s talk.
The Hard Costs of Soft Skills: Parents aren’t teaching it, schools just want your money, and employers are fed up; the problem with soft skills is no one wants to own the importance of them, and it’s costing all of us a sh*t ton of money.
Big Deal Energy: It’s a play off of big di…well, you can deduce the rest. The point is, when you own your quirks, define your personal brand, and show up as a big deal…big things happen.
Planning for the Oh Sh*t: It’s hard to be a closet racist these days; someone always has a camera ready…bummer, I know. Billy Bob inevitably getting your company into hot water is why having a crisis plan is a necessity, not a nice-to-have.
Bode’s Bits
chaos disguised as wisdom
Some days it’s deep, other days it’s “don’t forget to drink water and stop spiraling.”
Either way, Bode’s Bits are here to keep you moving.
Book
Bode
Building an empire is more than a few words. It takes more than a sh** ton of bricks.
It takes experience earned the hard way. Knowledge learned when things break. And the discipline to stop giving a fu*** about noise, shortcuts, and other people’s timelines.
And no one builds an empire alone. Having the right person to help guide the way matters.
If you’re ready to think bigger and move with intention, fill out the form and let’s plan a conversation together.
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Bode showed up (and the crowd roared)
Just goes to show, they’ll give anyone a mic.
