Your Next Move Podcast

Kimberly Brown
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You've led million-dollar projects, delivered results that speak for themselves, and built a reputation for excellence, only to watch someone else get chosen for the opportunity you deserved. Not because you weren't ready, but because your name didn't come to mind first. Welcome to Your Next Move, the podcast for high-performing professionals in leadership who are ready to elevate their visibility, build a powerful personal brand and position themselves for opportunities that accelerate their path to industry-wide recognition or higher level roles. I'm Kimberly Brown, a globally recognized career and leadership expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move. I've coached hundreds of mid- to executive-level professionals working in Fortune 500 companies to grow their visibility, influence, and leadership presence, without leaving their jobs. Here's what I've learned: being great at your job isn't enough. If people don't know who you are, the value only you can offer, or the impact you're here to make, you'll keep executing someone else's vision. Each episode delivers practical visibility strategies, powerful mindset shifts, and the leadership tools you need to build a speaker brand that positions you for your next big move, whether that's speaking on national stages, landing your next promotion, or becoming a recognized voice in your industry. You'll learn how to elevate your visibility without "doing the most", speak with authority without fear of being seen as self-promotional and become known as a thought leader inside (and outside) your current company. If you're wondering: How do I position myself as a thought leader at work? Why am I being overlooked for promotions when I'm good at my job? How do I build a leadership brand? Can I stay in my current company and grow my career? How do I make people remember my name in the right rooms? …you're in the right place. Tune in for expert advice, behind-the-scenes coaching, and my signature no-fluff perspective on what it really takes to accelerate your leadership trajectory and step into the rooms where real decisions are made. 🎧 Follow Your Next Move wherever you listen to podcasts, and start building a career that gets you seen, heard, and recognized for what you do best. 📲 Want to connect? Find me on Instagram @kimberlybonline or LinkedIn and say hello! ⬇️ Download the 9 Visibility Strategies You're Probably Missing at Work guide at https://kimberlybonline.com/visibility

  1. 1D AGO

    120: You Don't Need to Be an Expert: How 'Regular People' Can Become Powerful Public Speakers

    Think you need a dramatic backstory or impressive credentials to become a powerful speaker? Think again. In this episode, Kimberly is dismantling the biggest myth that keeps talented professionals off stages: the idea that you have to be some kind of recognized expert to share your message. The truth is, some of the most impactful speakers are everyday professionals—project managers, consultants, team leads—who teach practical frameworks from real-world experience. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "relatably experienced" speakers generate better audience retention than highly credentialed experts The 3 reasons "regular people" make more powerful speakers than you'd think Where you naturally fit in the 5 Types of Speakers framework (hint: it's probably Educator) What you actually need to become a confident speaker (spoiler: it's not expertise) How to turn your everyday professional experience into valuable speaking content Key insight: Educational content consistently outperforms purely motivational content, and audiences learn more from speakers who feel like accessible guides rather than unreachable celebrities. Ready to build your speaking platform? The Visibility Shift is a 6-month program designed specifically for professionals who don't consider themselves "experts" but are ready to step into their authority and share what they know. (Enrollment closes today, 2/18/26, for the inauguaral cohort!) Learn more at kimberlybonline.com/tvs Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: www.brownleadership.com  Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove

    11 min

  2. FEB 11

    119. How I Built a Multi-Six-Figure Business By Learning to Speak: My Journey from Behind-the-Scenes to Center Stage

    In this deeply personal episode, Kimberly pulls back the curtain on her journey from a career counselor making under $50,000 a year to building a multi-six-figure business that's maintained that level for five consecutive years. The vehicle that made it all possible? Speaking. Not keynote speaking at first—but strategic visibility through professional associations, conferences, and leveraging every speaking opportunity to build relationships and open doors. But here's what makes this story different: Kimberly wasn't a "natural speaker." She didn't have a dramatic transformation story or overcome massive tragedy. She was someone who loved working behind the scenes in higher education and corporate HR—until a promotion conversation that felt like a slap in the face changed her entire strategy.  In this episode, she shares the real progression: from her first terrified speaking engagement (with a coworker by her side for moral support) to commanding a multi-five-figure keynote fee, and why "teaching her behind off" on stage is exactly what grew her business even when coaches told her not to give so much away. What You'll Learn in this Episode: The promotion conversation that changed Kimberly's career strategy and why she realized good work alone wouldn't get her where she wanted to go How speaking at professional associations led to salary bumps, job offers, and opportunities Kimberly never even applied for The truth about speaking for free: when Kimberly still does it (rarely) and when it's worth it vs. when to command your fee The salary progression that speaking made possible: $50k → just under $100k → $150k+ → multi-six-figure business owner Kimberly's philosophy on pairing your expertise with what the audience needs (instead of just talking about what you want to talk about) Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Enroll or Book a Sales call for The Visibility Shift: kimberlybonline.com/tvs Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: www.brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com   → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove

    20 min

  3. FEB 4

    118: Behind the Scenes: Is The Visibility Shift Right for You?

    In this episode, Kimberly is pulling back the curtain on The Visibility Shift—her signature 6-month program for professionals who want to build visibility through speaking. If you've been curious about what's actually inside the program, who it's for, and whether it's the right fit for you, this is the episode. Ready to join The Visibility Shift? Enroll now or book a sales call at www.kimberlybonline.com/tvs Program begins February 23, 2026. Investment: $3,000 (or 6 monthly payments of $500). NOTE: 5 Types of Speakers breakdown is episode 115 of the podcast. Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: www.brownleadership.com  Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove

    21 min

  4. JAN 28

    117. Virtual Stage Presence: How to Command Attention When Speaking Online

    REGISTER FOR MY UPCOMING TRAINING: "Build Your Professional Brand Through Public Speaking" webinar on February 4, 2025: kimberlybonline.com/webinar   In this episode, Kimberly tackles the reality that most professionals aren't prepared for: virtual speaking is now the norm, not the exception. With 86% of job interviews conducted virtually and 90% of hiring managers expecting remote presentations to continue, your ability to command attention through a screen is just as important as your ability to command a room.   But here's the problem: most people treat virtual speaking like it's easier than in-person speaking. They assume they can wing it because they're in their own space with notes in front of them. The truth? Virtual speaking is a completely different skill set—and if you're using in-person strategies in a virtual environment, you're setting yourself up to fail. In this episode, Kimberly breaks down exactly why virtual speaking feels harder (spoiler: you're not imagining it) and gives you five specific strategies to dramatically improve your virtual stage presence.   What You'll Learn in this Episode: Why virtual speaking is actually harder than in-person speaking—and the four reasons you're not crazy for feeling exhausted after video calls The #1 mistake people make on camera that kills connection (hint: stop looking at yourself) How to frame yourself professionally without expensive equipment—camera angle, lighting, and background strategies that make an immediate difference Why your "normal" energy reads as low energy on screen and how to amplify without looking over-the-top The chat monitoring strategy that keeps your audience engaged in real-time (and why you shouldn't delegate this to a moderator) Technical basics that separate amateur presenters from polished professionals Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Learn about The Visibility Shift: www.kimberlybonline.com/tvs  Explore Brown Leadership: www.brownleadership.com  Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: SpeakpipeSend a voice message to YourNextMove

    18 min

  5. JAN 21

    116. Why Every Professional Needs Public Speaking Skills: 7 Unexpected Benefits That Changed My Career

    REGISTER FOR MY UPCOMING TRAINING: "Build Your Professional Brand Through Public Speaking" webinar on February 4, 2025: kimberlybonline.com/webinar In this episode, Kimberly breaks down seven unexpected benefits that came from developing her public speaking skills—and she's not talking about the obvious stuff like "getting less nervous during presentations." From developing executive presence without an executive title to commanding multi-five-figure keynote fees, these ripple effects went far beyond what she imagined when she first started saying yes to speaking opportunities. This isn't theory. Kimberly shares real numbers, real stories, and real research to show you exactly how public speaking skills translate into career opportunities, income growth, and a version of yourself you didn't know was possible. If you've been treating public speaking as a "nice-to-have" instead of a core professional competency, this episode will change your perspective. What You'll Learn in this Episode: How public speaking gives you executive presence before you ever have an executive title—and why 67% of executive presence comes from communication skills The credibility multiplier effect: why speaking at a 100-person event can do more for your professional reputation than years of quietly doing good work How public speaking skills become a filter for better career opportunities (and help you filter OUT the wrong ones) Why one 60-minute presentation can generate more meaningful professional connections than years of traditional networking The real income impact: how Kimberly went from private college → ivy league → Fortune 100, negotiating $20K+ salary increases with each move The confidence transfer effect: how the scary thing you do on stage makes you braver in negotiations, difficult conversations, and risk-taking Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: www.brownleadership.com  Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove

    19 min

  6. JAN 14

    115. The 5 Types of Speakers: Which One Are You? (Plus How to Find Your Unique Speaking Style)

    REGISTER FOR MY UPCOMING TRAINING: "Build Your Professional Brand Through Public Speaking" webinar on February 4, 2025: kimberlybonline.com/webinar In this episode, Kimberly introduces the 5 Types of Speakers framework—a game-changing lens for identifying your natural speaking style instead of trying to copy someone else's. She shares a vulnerable story about feeling intimidated at a speaker event, seeing other speakers with detailed stage charts and technical prep, only to realize that her authentic, in-the-moment style was exactly what made her powerful on stage. This framework isn't about putting you in a box—it's about giving you permission to stop comparing yourself to speakers who operate in a completely different lane. Kimberly shows you how to lean into YOUR strengths. Most powerful speakers are actually a blend of types, and understanding yours is the first step to building authentic visibility. What You'll Learn in this Episode: The 5 Types of Speakers: Motivational, Thought Leader, Entertainer, Subject Matter Expert, and Educator—and how to identify which one(s) you are Why the "Educator" type is the most accessible path for professionals who don't think they have a dramatic story or specialized credentials Why most powerful speakers are actually a blend of 2 types—and how your type can evolve over time Watch Kimberly's Speaker Reel Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: www.brownleadership.com  Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Click to submit here.

    16 min

  7. JAN 7

    114. How to Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking in 12 Weeks (Even If You're Not a "Natural")

    REGISTER FOR MY UPCOMING TRAINING: "Build Your Professional Brand Through Public Speaking" webinar on February 4, 2025: kimberlybonline.com/webinar   In this episode, Kimberly tackles the fear that holds 75% of people back from career-defining opportunities: public speaking. She breaks down exactly how to overcome this fear in 12 weeks—not by becoming a "natural" speaker, but by proving to yourself, day after day, that you can speak without dying.   This isn't about perfection or transforming into someone you're not. It's about daily practice in everyday moments—opening meetings, giving toasts, asking questions—until speaking becomes something you seek out instead of avoid. Kimberly shares the research-backed habit formation timeline, the Ralph Smedley approach to learning by doing, and why the most powerful realization isn't that fear disappears, but that you can act despite it. If you've been waiting for confidence to show up before you speak up, this episode flips that script.   What You'll Learn in this Episode: Why there's no such thing as a "natural" speaker—and what confidence actually looks like behind the scenes How to practice public speaking every single day without needing a stage (hint: it's already happening in your life) The 3-phase framework: Start Where You Are (weeks 1-4), Increase Your Visibility (weeks 5-8), and Own Your Voice (weeks 9-12) Why immediate audience feedback—not formal evaluations—is the fastest path to building speaking confidence Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: Brownleadership Home Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com     → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: SpeakpipeSend a voice message to YourNextMove

    18 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    113: My 2026 Personal Development Curriculum - And how to make your own annual curriculum

    In the final episode of 2026, Kimberly pulls back the curtain on her personal development strategy for 2026. She shares the frameworks, investments, and vulnerable truths about what it takes to build big while grieving, scared, and not feeling "ready."   This isn't theory. It's a real-time roadmap for anyone ready to stop incrementally improving and start thinking 10x. Kimberly breaks down the difference between 2x thinking (doing more) and 10x thinking (doing less but better), and reveals why her biggest business launch is happening while she's still in grief, still carrying debt, and still not where she wants to be physically.   If you've been waiting for permission to go big while being messy and human, this episode is your permission slip.   What You'll Learn in this Episode: The critical difference between 10x vs 2x thinking and why most of us are stuck in 2x mode How to identify your "20%"—the singular focus that will create momentum across all areas of your life How to build a personal development curriculum that meets you where you are and takes you where you want to go The 7-step process for creating your own annual curriculum Resources and Frameworks Mentioned: 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less * (*book affliate link) by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months * (*book affliate link) by Brian P. Mora and Michael Lennington CTFAR Self-Coaching Model (Circumstances, Thoughts, Feelings, Actions, Results) by Brooke Castillo Register for "Build Your Professional Brand Through Public Speaking" webinar on February 4, 2025: kimberlybonline.com/webinar Stay In Touch → Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: Brownleadership Home Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com   → Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: SpeakpipeSend a voice message to YourNextMove

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You've led million-dollar projects, delivered results that speak for themselves, and built a reputation for excellence, only to watch someone else get chosen for the opportunity you deserved. Not because you weren't ready, but because your name didn't come to mind first. Welcome to Your Next Move, the podcast for high-performing professionals in leadership who are ready to elevate their visibility, build a powerful personal brand and position themselves for opportunities that accelerate their path to industry-wide recognition or higher level roles. I'm Kimberly Brown, a globally recognized career and leadership expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move. I've coached hundreds of mid- to executive-level professionals working in Fortune 500 companies to grow their visibility, influence, and leadership presence, without leaving their jobs. Here's what I've learned: being great at your job isn't enough. If people don't know who you are, the value only you can offer, or the impact you're here to make, you'll keep executing someone else's vision. Each episode delivers practical visibility strategies, powerful mindset shifts, and the leadership tools you need to build a speaker brand that positions you for your next big move, whether that's speaking on national stages, landing your next promotion, or becoming a recognized voice in your industry. You'll learn how to elevate your visibility without "doing the most", speak with authority without fear of being seen as self-promotional and become known as a thought leader inside (and outside) your current company. If you're wondering: How do I position myself as a thought leader at work? Why am I being overlooked for promotions when I'm good at my job? How do I build a leadership brand? Can I stay in my current company and grow my career? How do I make people remember my name in the right rooms? …you're in the right place. Tune in for expert advice, behind-the-scenes coaching, and my signature no-fluff perspective on what it really takes to accelerate your leadership trajectory and step into the rooms where real decisions are made. 🎧 Follow Your Next Move wherever you listen to podcasts, and start building a career that gets you seen, heard, and recognized for what you do best. 📲 Want to connect? Find me on Instagram @kimberlybonline or LinkedIn and say hello! ⬇️ Download the 9 Visibility Strategies You're Probably Missing at Work guide at https://kimberlybonline.com/visibility

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  • Creator
    Kimberly Brown
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    125
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Your Next Move Podcast

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