I’ll tell you – but first it’s time to stop thinking that “some people” means other people. You can be one of them when you know the secrets to commanding attention and getting buy-in for the brilliant ideas you already have.

I’m Jessika Lynch, founder of New Thought Leaders and the secret weapon that worldwide executives, TED speakers, politicians, and bestselling authors trust to translate their expert ideas in the most high-impact way possible.

I started New Thought Leaders because – although working with top leaders can make a huge impact – I see too many other people missing out on promotions, visibility, more money, and the careers they’ve been dreaming of leading – because they’re still relying on old ways of working. In today’s world, it’s not enough to wait for permission to speak — success comes to those who speak up (and do it well), and to those who demonstrate leadership. All of us have the brilliance and power in us to do this – but we’re stuck in “I don’t know how” and “I’m not that confident or charismatic.”

Whether it’s with an audience of 1 or 1000 or more, it’s your time to lead every conversation you’re in, articulate your best ideas and own every room.