The keynote you'll never forget

I've always had this thing against putting "keynote" or "speaker" on your LinkedIn headline. 

I mean, anyone can say that right? And everyone does. (OK, eventually I caved and put it there anyway, cos #expertadvice.)

But what differentiates the amazing speakers from the solidly decent ones?

What lets people see your worth on a stage?

The journey

Figuring out how to show the world I'm fucking good at what I do - that's been the journey. 

In developing my speaking career I've looked for advice, joined professional groups and organisations and you know the main message I kept getting? 

"You don't want to offend. You don't want to put people off. Be enough but not TOO MUCH."

Well, fuck that. 

The world needs people who bring their whole selves to each moment. 

The world needs people who are imperfect and can revel in their imperfection. 

The world needs people who are vulnerable and courageous enough to show up that way, so that others feel safer to do the same. 

If that means offending people who are #notmytribe? BRING IT!

So, here's me SHOWING UP

Shelly Davies - The keynote you'll never forget

Love you.

(And if you need an unforgettable speaker, hit me.)