Resilience isn’t something you build in the moment—it’s something you build long before you need it.In this episode, I’m joined by one of my clients, Wendy Romeu, founder and CEO of Alluvionic, to talk about what happened when her business was suddenly put to the ultimate test.But this isn’t just a conversation about leadership; it’s about story.Wendy shares how she took a deeply personal and emotional experience and turned it into a powerful talk that resonates with audiences.We unpack how to know when you’re ready to share a story, how much detail to include, and why the specifics—not just the summary—are what create real connection.We also talk about the internal shifts required to step into your voice: trusting that your story matters, allowing yourself to be seen, and delivering your message in a way that truly moves people.If you’ve been holding back from sharing a personal story—or wondering how to turn your experiences into thought leadership—this episode will show you what’s possible.Wendy and I talk about:How to know when you’re ready to share a personal story on stage or in your contentWhy the details of your story—not just the headline—are what create connection and impactHow to turn a real-life experience into a compelling, structured talkWhat it takes emotionally to share vulnerable stories with an audienceHow storytelling transforms your message from information into true thought leadershipLinks:Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/466/ Wendy’s company’s website: https://alluvionic.com/ Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/Work With Speaking Your Brand = https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/work-with-us/coaching/ Connect on LinkedIn:Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcoxWendy Romeu (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendyromeu/ Related Podcast Episodes:Episode 464: Why Your Story Matters - Even When You Don’t Feel Ready with Tiffany HawkEpisode 337: Sharing Your Story as a Catalyst for Transformation with Karen Keene Become Bookable Live Online Workshop - April 15, 2026If you want to speak more but you’re not sure where to start or your efforts haven’t produced the results you want, I’m hosting a live online workshop called “Become Bookable: How to Get Speaking Invitations” on Wednesday, April 15th.A lot of brilliant women assume they just need to pitch themselves more. But the real reason speakers get invited isn’t because they pitch harder — it’s because they’re positioned as bookable.In this 3-hour interactive workshop live on Zoom, I’ll show you how speakers actually get invited — and help you clarify the positioning that makes event organizers say yes.As a podcast listener, use the coupon code “Podcast100” to save $100 on your registration.Learn more and register at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/bookable