157. The Art of the Voice with Leslie Gordon

 The Art of the Voice with Leslie Gordon


 


Episode #157


 


In this episode of The Creative Soulpreneur, host Nick sits down
with Leslie Gordon, a dynamic public speaker, coach, and
linguist. Leslie, who will soon be stepping into her new role as
the president of the National Speakers Association's Atlanta
chapter, shares her inspiring journey from a Barbie-loving child
who dreamed of being a dancer to a seasoned linguist passionate
about the power of language and communication. They dive into her
fascinating work, which includes accent and voice training, and
discuss the importance of reconnecting with one's authentic
voice. Leslie shares valuable insights on maintaining curiosity
and breaking away from the "shoulds" that often hinder personal
growth and expression. Tune in to explore the transformative
nature of language and discover how Leslie's story can inspire
you to reclaim your own voice and follow what makes your heart
truly happy.


 


Key takeaways:


 


Play as a Pathway: Rediscovering the child-like
curiosity and playful experimentation can be a gateway to
uncovering your authentic self and voice. Whether it's through
imaginative play with Barbies as a child or experimenting with
new sounds and languages, embracing play leads to creative
discovery.


 


The Power of Curiosity: Maintaining a mindset of
curiosity rather than obligation (switching "should" to "could")
opens up new possibilities. By asking ourselves what might happen
instead of telling ourselves what to do, we access a more
expansive and creative mindset.


 


Aligning Voice and Purpose: Finding your voice
isn't just about speech clarity—it's about aligning your
physical, mental, and emotional self with your true purpose.
Through coaching and reflection, understanding the motivations
behind our inner narratives can unlock a more authentic and
powerful way of communicating.


 


Lesliegordonspeech.com


Leslie Gordon Instagram


 


 


Story Telling Guide!!!


 


Leslie Gordon is a public speaker, speaker
coach, and linguist with over 20 years of experience helping
individuals refine their speech, voice, and accents to
communicate with clarity and confidence. Armed with a doctorate
in linguistics, fluency in Spanish and Portuguese, and
specialized teaching of accents, she combines academic expertise
with personal insights as a language learner and former
unconfident speaker. Leslie's customized approach empowers
professionals, performers, and presenters to connect with their
authentic voice, achieve their goals, and build lasting skills
that foster clarity, connection, and self-assurance.


 


Nick Demos is a Tony and Olivier Award winning
Broadway producer, documentary filmmaker, conscious business
coach and manifestation expert. With over 15 years of teaching
pranayama (breath work), yoga and creativity as well as thirty
years in the entertainment industry, he has travelled from the
Tony Awards to ashrams and run a multi-million dollar business in
between. Nick helps you clear blocks and tap into your creative
intuition so you can tell your stories and manifest the business
and life of your dreams creating wealth and impact.