Twins Talk it Up Podcast

Twins Talk it Up Podcast

If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpointsPatreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

Episodes

December 16, 2025 43 mins
How can you foster intrapreneurship and unlock entrepreneurial thinking inside your organization? Drawing from her upbringing in an entrepreneurial family and her experience scaling companies, Lisa Coyle, CEO of Promotive, shares how leaders can empower their people to think and act like owners. Lisa emphasizes that entrepreneurship is first a mindset—rooted in curiosity, resilience, and flexibility—and that organizations thrive wh...
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'Doing the right thing' in business is crucial for long-term success, fostering trust with customers, employees, and strategic partners.  Leading with this focus helps enhance brand reputation, increase profitability through efficiency, and build a healthy organizational culture, as ethical practices drive loyalty and better performance.  What does doing the right thing actually look like in business? Chris Allen, VP of Sales at Au...
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Planning for a successful TSP and conference journey begins with one essential principle: make every client and every attendee feel as though the message was crafted specifically for them. In this special IT Nation Connect Global edition, we sit down with Syed Fraz, CEO of ITMSC, and Amanda Young, Sr. Director of Global Events at ConnectWise, to explore how personalization, preparation, and community-driven experiences shape strong...

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December 2, 2025 58 mins
At IT Nation Connect Global, a clear theme emerged from our conversations with two industry leaders: understand and embrace the mission. Whether guiding teams or building global programs, Adam Slutskin, Co-Founder, Chief Revenue Officer, and Chief Strategy Officer at CyberFox; and Ben Bitterman, VP Global MSP at Arctic Wolf, emphasized that leadership begins with clarity of purpose. Adam shares how a great culture, clear perspecti...
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We explore the adage “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail” with two leaders who are redefining how organizations safeguard their clients and scale strategic services. Jesse Miller—Founder of PowerPSA Consulting and creator of the PowerGRYD vCISO System—shares how “cracking the code” starts with asking the right questions, learning from your best customers, and building value pillars that simplify focus and accelerate growth. His ...

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In this special IT Nation Connect Global edition, we sit down with two respected leaders shaping the future of the channel: Rob Rae, Corporate Vice President of Community & Partner Experience at Pax8, and Eric Torres, Vice President of Channel & Community Engagement at Pax8. Together, they unpack what it truly means to elevate the partner experience—beginning with the simple but powerful act of listening. From understanding...

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November 21, 2025 56 mins
Recorded during ITNation Connect Global, the theme of this episode is centered around the importance of leaders leading the conversation—especially when it comes to AI and emerging technologies shaping the MSP ecosystem. Nathanaëlle Denechere, CRO of Mizo and John Harden, Director of Strategy & Technology Evangelism at Auvik, lend their thoughts around embracing those moments as opportunities.   Highlights from Part One with N...
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November 18, 2025 65 mins
This is a part of a special series of conversations with amazing leaders, recorded onsite during the ITNation Connect Global Conference.  Dan Wensley, CEO of the Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA), and MJ Shoer, GTIA’s Chief Community Officer share the story behind the branding and launch of GTIA—a move grounded in a sharpened mission: to deliver a focused, vendor-neutral, globally connected community where every voice...

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November 11, 2025 31 mins

Let’s explore the power of having and implementing a playbook—a structured framework that guides teams to operate with alignment, consistency, and purpose.  We continue our mini-series around our new book, Identically Opposite: Find Your Voice and SPEAK. We provide some insight into our SPEAK playbook.   Highlights include: How playbooks from sports translate into scalable business success. A successful playbook involves every mem...

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November 6, 2025 21 mins
Imagine holding a compass in your hand — a simple yet powerful tool used to guide explorers through uncertainty, aligning them to true direction. In leadership, we also benefit from a compass, when used appropriately, will help to navigate complexity, culture, and courage. The Leadership Compass, featured in our book Identically Opposite: Find Your Voice and SPEAK, helps leaders, HR professionals, and business owners strengthen a “...
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November 4, 2025 16 mins

What would change in your workplace, or in your personal relationships, if people truly felt safe to speak up?

Let’s go behind the scenes of our new book, Identically Opposite: Find Your Voice & SPEAK. We explore why so many professionals struggle to raise their voices at work and how fear, identity, and culture all play a part.

Highlights include: • Why the Identically Opposite book • Unpacking what a healthy “speak up” cultur...

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Why is it so important to meet employees where they are—emotionally, professionally, and generationally? Deon MacMillan, Chief People Officer at Pax8, shares her approach to cultivating a dynamic, people-first culture amidst hypergrowth. Her leadership philosophy revolves around balancing high-tech innovation with high-touch human engagement.

 

Highlights include:

The need to honor each employee’s current journey, using thoughtful ...

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“Leadership lives in the moments that matter,” shares Gavriella Schuster, a globally recognized DEI advocate, TEDx speaker, and former Microsoft VP. Highlights include: Why allyship isn’t just a social cause—it’s a critical leadership competency for today’s world. BeCOME an Ally framework and the six actions great allies take including Advocate, Listen, Lift, Include, Elevate, and Sponsor. Leaders at any level can bridge divides, ...
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September 30, 2025 35 mins
One of the most common traps leaders face is that of overthinking. While reflection is valuable, too much analysis can paralyze decision-making, erode confidence, and keep your true strengths hidden. We discuss the impact it can have on teams and outcomes, and how shifting your mindset can create clarity and forward momentum. You’ll hear practical tools like the “3-2-1 Simplify” framework, journaling techniques, and coaching to he...

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September 23, 2025 32 mins

Can accepting criticism be beneficial for you as a leader? If so, how should you accept and respond to criticism? How you respond reveals your leadership.

Highlights include:

Asking if there is any truth to what is being said? Many great leaders have used critique to transform strategy and culture.

Handle criticism with:

1. Press pause and breathe

2. Critical listening

3. Seek clarity and curiosity

4. Reframe for growth

5. T...

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Let's explore one of the biggest challenges leaders face: the fear of speaking and how it impacts their executive presence. From stage fright in boardrooms to the paralyzing fear of judgment, we takle why even the most prepared leaders hesitate to share their voice.

Highlights:

Executive presence isn’t about being the loudest voice, but about clarity, authenticity, and courage.

Practical tips include reframing nerves, practicin...

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Facilitating intelligent conversations about AI is crucial for driving responsible adoption. They empower both organizations and people to move from fear or hype to greater clarity and opportunity.

With over three decades helping CEOs and executive teams bridge strategy with measurable outcomes, Marc Hoppers, Managing Partner of HighEdge Group shares why these conversations need to take place.

Highlights include:

Driving growt...

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August 26, 2025 24 mins

Have you ever scribbled a brilliant idea on the back of a napkin or jotted notes on scraps of paper, only to lose them later? Let's explore how journaling can be one of the most powerful, yet underutilized, tools for business owners and executives.

Highlights include:

Some of the most successful leaders believe in the practice of journaling.

Unlock your leadership potential with journaling and bring about greater clarity, sparkin...

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Many young professionals and college students are eager to make an impact but may lack the resources, training, and mentorship to fully realize their potential. That’s why platforms, programs, and leaders who step in to fill these gaps are so critical. Deb Moss, Founder & CEO of The Raney Moss Group Foundation and the visionary behind Elevate and Dominate with Deb, shares her passion for empowering and equipping young leaders w...

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Are your goals too small? Redefine what’s possible by shifting your mindset—then define the outcome that drives meaningful change. Christian Santiago, founder of The Greatness Institute and peak performance coach, shares how clarifying expectations can position you to reach your most audacious goals.

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The smallest margins in high performance often come down to mindset, clarity, and accountability, not just tal...

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