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My interview with Mike Acker

Season 4, Ep. 1

I interviewed Mike Acker. Mike is an executive communication coach, author, and speaker with over 20 years of experience in speaking, leadership development, and organizational management. Known for his authenticity, humor, and engaging presence, Mike specializes in fomenting personal and organizational awareness, allowing clients to create their own individual growth track. His approach is earnest, informed, and holistic, leading to a more satisfying balance in work and life. His expertise in communications and leadership has attracted politicians, business entrepreneurs, educational leaders, and executive managers. Mike’s training includes private Spanish-speaking schools in Mexico, national college debate tournaments, master classes in cultural leadership, certifications in coaching, and his current MBA. Mike has been a professional speaker for 20 years and has spoken to groups of 10 to 10,000. Mike is represented by Audacity Speaker Agency.


In 2014, Mike accepted the role of Chairman of the Board for an international non-profit, which works to lift kids out of poverty in Senegal and Mexico. In this capacity, he works with the paid staff, the board of directors, and the international staff as they collaborate to sponsor families, start schools, and build dozens of feeding centers. (goonthemission.com)


Full of personal anecdotes, executable tips, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, this book teaches you 7 unconventional strategies to help you find your inner presenter. Don’t wait any longer. Today is the day you take charge of your anxiety, calm your nerves, and – most importantly – speak with no fear.

I strongly encourage everyone to buy his books, follow him, and be transformed by his insights.


Everyone has a story, and this is his story.

Below are the sites that house his work.

https://www.mikeacker.com/

https://www.youtube.com/c/ADVANCEwithMikeAcker

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mr-mikeacker/

https://www.facebook.com/mikeackerdotcom

https://twitter.com/mikeackerdotcom

https://www.instagram.com/mikeackerdotcom/

https://linktr.ee/mikeackerdotcom

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mike-Acker/author/B07QCFD88F?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true


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