Episode Overview:

In this episode of the Upleveled Strategies Podcast, host Dena Woulfe interviews Kevin Desrosiers, author of Bridge Over Adversity and AI/public speaking expert. Kevin shares his journey, business insights, and audience engagement tips, offering valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs and speakers alike.
Key Moments:
[00:01] – Introduction to Kevin Desrosiers Dena introduces Kevin Desrosiers, author of Bridge Over Adversity and AI consultant, who helps entrepreneurs use AI and improve public speaking. Kevin shares his journey of writing his first book in tribute to his father and his passion for teaching others to overcome adversity.
[01:25] – Discovering AI and Its Impact on Business Kevin's AI journey began with a Toastmasters presentation, sparking interest from organizations. He highlights AI's business benefits, warning that not using it leaves entrepreneurs behind. Examples include simplifying meal planning and enhancing marketing and content creation. [03:40] – The Power of AI in Business and Personal Life Kevin shares practical AI examples for business and personal use, from meal planning to optimizing workflows. He highlights AI's time-saving benefits in tasks like email campaigns, SEO, and personal projects like writing and editing books.
[05:21] – Ruby AI: The Ultimate AI Tool for Entrepreneurs Kevin introduces Ruby AI, a platform offering access to multiple AI models like ChatGPT and MidJourney. With 200+ prompts, it helps entrepreneurs create accurate results, marketing materials, images, and personas.
[07:17] – How AI Improves Public Speaking and Business Strategy Kevin uses AI in public speaking coaching for email campaigns, course outlines, and client personas. He stresses effective prompts and offers tips on using AI ethically to enhance, not replace, an entrepreneur’s authentic voice.
[13:33] – Kevin’s Personal Health Journey and Overcoming Adversity Kevin shares his 100-pound weight loss journey, linking health to entrepreneurship. He highlights how overcoming personal challenges builds a success mindset, emphasizing consistency, mindset, and daily effort.
[15:30] – The Importance of Mindset in Business
Kevin and Dena discuss the vital role of mindset in health and business. Kevin explains how entrepreneurs can overcome limiting beliefs in tasks like cold calling or public speaking, stressing persistence and practice to master new skills.
[18:44] – Public Speaking Essentials: Kevin’s Top 3 Tips
Kevin breaks down three critical elements every speaker must master:

1. You-Focused Messaging: Always tell the audience what’s in it for them upfront to grab attention.
2. Speak with Passion: Talk about topics you genuinely care about, as enthusiasm is contagious.
3. Purposeful Movement: Move with intention during speeches to signal transitions and keep your audience visually engaged.

• Email: kevin@bridgeoveradversity.com
• Phone: 314-249-6243
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[21:09] – Debunking Speaking Myths
Kevin debunks the myth that speakers must imitate Tony Robbins, stressing the importance of authenticity and embracing your unique style to connect with the audience.
[24:37] – Paradigm Shifts in Public Speaking and Sales
Kevin observes that post-pandemic attention spans are shorter, urging speakers to deliver short, impactful speeches. He also highlights how AI can help entrepreneurs better connect with their audiences.
Final Takeaway:
Kevin Desrosiers' passion for helping entrepreneurs succeed with AI and public speaking shines in this episode, offering practical tips for streamlining business and delivering impactful speeches to elevate both business and communication skills.
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