Pop-Up Ep. 016 | Practicing For Life w/ Alex Dumas | The Spark Konnect

Описание: In this special pop up Sports & Facilitation episode, Kassy LaBorie and guest, Alex Dumas explore how athletic experiences shape personal growth, confidence, and public speaking skills. Alex shares his journey from feeling insecure to finding confidence through football, emphasizing the importance of practice and preparation. They delve into the mindset required for effective performance and introduce the WIN framework, which focuses on self-worth, intentions, and networking.

Mentioned In This Episode:
Warm Up Songs: I Want It All by The Arctic Monkeys & Dearest Alfred by Khruangbin
Book about his ancestral history: The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, and the Real Count of Monte Cristo by Tom Reiss

Alex’s Links:
LinkedIn:   / alexdumas  
Website: speakeralexdumas.com

Kassy’s Links:
Website: https://kassylaborie.com/
Instagram:   / kassylaborie  
LinkedIn:   / kassylaborie  

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Alex Dumas
08:43 How Sports Influence Facilitation
14:01 The Freedom That Sports Unleash
17:15 Connecting with the Audience
19:49 Embracing Athleticism and Personal Growth
22:37 The Importance of Preparation
25:23 The WIN Framework: Worth, Intentions, and Network
31:17 Practical Tips for Speakers and Trainers
33:51 This History of the Dumas Name

Takeaways:
Sports can be a significant confidence booster.
Preparation and practice are essential for success.
Mindset plays a crucial role in performance.
Public speaking fears can be overcome with practice.
Athletes often rehearse scenarios to prepare for performance.
Embracing vulnerability can help you connect with your audience.

sports, facilitation, personal growth, public speaking, preparation, mindset, WIN framework, performance, confidence, athletes