Step into Your Voice and Own Your Story with Dr Cheryl Wood

About this episode

Dr. Cheryl Wood shares her inspiring journey from a legal secretary to a global speaker and entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of owning your story and stepping into your voice.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Amberly Lago Show! In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Cheryl Wood, internationally renowned TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and CEO of Global Speakers University. Cheryl is truly a force, not just because of what she has achieved, but because of the journey she took to get there. From working as a legal secretary in corporate America to becoming a global speaker, seven-figure entrepreneur, and transformational leader, Cheryl's story is a testament to what's possible when you refuse to stay stuck in a life that no longer aligns with your purpose. In this episode, Cheryl takes us back to where it all began, growing up in poverty, navigating life without a college degree, and believing that a steady paycheck was the definition of success. But deep down, she knew she was meant for more. Through courage, faith, and a willingness to take imperfect action, she began building her path, starting with a simple t-shirt business that eventually led her to her first speaking opportunity. We talk about the real struggles behind success, the fear, the self-doubt, the comparison, and the "head trash" that…

People in this episode

Host: Amberly Lago

Guest: Dr. Cheryl Wood

Topics covered

• personal development
• overcoming adversity
• entrepreneurship
• self-empowerment
• storytelling

Keywords

• inspiration
• success
• self-doubt
• transformation
• courage

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Global Speakers University

Books & works: TEDx

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