<p><strong>How do you move from a place of fear to commanding a global stage with unshakeable confidence?</strong></p><p>In this powerful episode of <em>The CLIMB: Leadership Development and Confident Leader Podcast</em>, Rahul Karan Sharma sits down with international speaker and trainer <strong>Harriet Bratt</strong> to deconstruct the mechanics of impactful communication and the psychological shifts required for world-class influence.</p><p><strong>Ranked in the Global Top 1.5%, The CLIMB: LeadershipDevelopment and Confident Leader Podcast</strong> is the definitive strategy for mastering Executive Presence and driving growth in the Staffing Industry. Hosted by <strong>Rahul Karan Sharma</strong> (Forbes Coaches Council), this leadership blueprint empowers aspiring leaders in Washington, D.C., Reston, and the DC Metro area, while serving a global community of high achievers.</p><p>For aspiring leaders in the <strong>Staffing Industry</strong> and executives across <strong>Northern Virginia and DC</strong>, communication isn&#39;t just about words—it’s about <strong>Executive Presence</strong>. We explore how storytelling, leading with love, and the &quot;firewalking&quot; mindset can eliminate the fear of judgment, allowing you to project authority and connect with your audience on a profound level.<strong>KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR IMPACTFUL LEADERS:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>00:00</strong> – The Journey: From Care Management to International Stages</p></li><li><p><strong>06:16</strong> – Mindset Shifts: Engineering Your Entrepreneurial Breakthrough</p></li><li><p><strong>11:57</strong> – Overcoming Fear: Strategies to Beat the Fear of Judgment</p></li><li><p><strong>17:52</strong> – The Power of Storytelling: Building Emotional ROI with Your Audience</p></li><li><p><strong>22:41</strong> – Firewalking Leadership: Acting in Spite of Fear</p></li><li><p><strong>27:59</strong> – Strategy Session: Leading with Love and Self-Mastery</p></li></ul><p><strong>THE CLIMB FRAMEWORK™ INSIGHT:</strong></p><p>This episode is a deep dive into the <strong>&quot;C&quot; (Cultivate Mindset)</strong> and <strong>&quot;L&quot; (Lead with Influence)</strong> pillars of the <strong>CLIMB Framework™</strong>. Rahul and Harriet discuss why internal self-regulation is the prerequisite for public influence. You cannot <strong>Lead with Influence (L)</strong> until you have <strong>Cultivated a Mindset (C)</strong> that views fear as a catalyst rather than a barrier.</p><p><strong>ABOUT OUR GUEST: HARRIET BRATT International Speaker, High-Performance Trainer, and Master Firewalk Guide</strong></p><p>Harriet Bratt is an international powerhouse in the fields of <strong>Executive Communication and Personal Transformation</strong>. Known as a &quot;Warrior Mentor,&quot; Harriet is on a global mission to empower ambitious entrepreneurs and corporate leaders to command the stage, scale their influence, and drive significant bottom-line impact.While many can speak, Harriet specializes in the <strong>Science of Impact</strong>. Her methodology bridges the gap between technical communication and the deep psychological shifts required for world-class <strong>Executive Presence</strong>. As a Master Firewalk Guide, she uses powerful metaphors of resilience to help leaders sustain their &quot;internal fire&quot; and inspire high-performance cultures.</p><p>When she isn&#39;t transforming audiences from the stage, Harriet is a dedicated traveler and outdoorswoman, embodying the same spirit of adventure and mental toughness she instills in her clients.</p><ul><li><strong>🌐 Visit Harriet’s Official Site:</strong> <a href="http://www.harrietbratt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.harrietbratt.com</a></li></ul><p>🏛️ <strong>ABOUT YOUR HOST: Rahul Karan Sharma</strong></p><p>🏆 GLOBAL TOP 1.5% PODCAST | FORBES COACHES COUNCIL MEMBER | KEYNOTE SPEAKER </p><p><br></p><p><strong>COMMUNITY &amp; INDUSTRY AUTHORITY</strong></p><p> A proud member of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce and Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, Rahul is deeply embedded in the Northern Virginia business ecosystem. As a Forbes Coaches Council member, he bridges the gap between local business needs and global leadership standards. </p><p><strong>WORK WITH RAHUL</strong>: Whether you are looking for aLeadership Keynote Speaker for your next summit or a Fractional Leadership Consultant for a 6-month retainer, Rahul delivers &quot;Strategic Acceleration.&quot; </p><p>🚀 <strong>FREE RESOURCE: </strong>Take the CLIMB Leadership Audit to identify your organization&#39;s growth gaps: <a href="https://climb-leadership-audit.scoreapp.com/">https://climb-leadership-audit.scoreapp.com/</a></p><p>🔗 <strong>BOOK RAHUL</strong>: <a href="http://www.rahulkaransharma.com">www.rahulkaransharma.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/theclimbpodcast">#TheClimbPodcast </a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/executivepresence">#ExecutivePresence</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/staffingindustry">#StaffingIndustry</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dcleaders">#DCLeaders</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rahulkaransharma">#RahulKaranSharma </a> #confidentleader</p><p></p><p></p><li><p><br></p></li><p></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><br></p><p></p><p><br></p>