Top 10 conferences

About this episode

Andy reflects on his top 10 conference memories over 20 years, highlighting the importance of authenticity and connection.

What if your most memorable moments weren’t the smooth ones... but the messy ones? In this episode, Andy looks back on 20 years of keynotes and training and shares his “Top 10” conference memories - from gold mines in Johannesburg to WI meetings where the payment came in Victoria sponge. You’ll hear about blizzards in Birmingham, social workers who made him cry, and why even the hardest rooms can turn into the best ones when you stop faking it and start caring. Tune in for standing ovations, awkward silences, and the thread that ties it all together… whatever the size of the audience, the only thing that really matters is showing up with heart.

People in this episode

Host: Andy

Topics covered

• conferences
• memorable moments
• keynotes
• training

Keywords

• memorable moments
• audience engagement
• keynote experiences

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Johannesburg, Victoria, Birmingham

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