From Silence to Stage - Miroslav Petrovic on Finding Your Voice

In this episode, we talk to Miroslav Petrovic, a speaker, author, and coach, about his remarkable journey from being a refugee during the Yugoslavian civil war to becoming a bestselling author and a sought-after speaker. Miroslav shares insights from his book "Give Them Goosebumps," which explores the power of presence and communication. He discusses the transformative role of meditation in finding his voice, the parallels between speaking and meditation, and how authentic engagement with an audience can create a powerful shared experience. Miroslav's story is not just about overcoming adversity but about harnessing one's unique experiences to inspire and lead others.

Links mentioned in this episode:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/miroslavpetrovic https://www.miroslavp.com/

(0:00) Introduction and guest Miroslav Petrovic's journey (1:19) Improving public speaking and finding your unique voice (3:00) Overcoming stage fright and shared experiences (5:16) Audience engagement and creating a flow state during presentations (8:25) Authenticity in presenting and selling ideas (10:35) The role of relationships in authenticity and personal growth (11:45) The power of voice and being true to oneself (12:14) Connecting with Miroslav Petrovic for coaching and lessons (12:53) Episode wrap-up and gratitude (13:09) Call for subscriptions and listener appreciation (13:15) Sponsor: Vala AI