“The Best In You” Speaking Academy

Welcome to “The Best In You” Speaking Academy — a powerful, transformational training experience designed to help you discover, develop, and deploy your voice, message, and mission to the world. This course walks you step-by-step through the proven principles I’ve used to build a global speaking brand, impact audiences across industries, and turn personal purpose into professional influence. You’ll receive in-depth training through multiple sessions that include personal mentorship, real-life examples, practical assignments, and guided reflection — all built to bring out the best in your speaking potential. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to elevate your platform, this course will equip you with the mindset, mastery, and message that moves audiences and transforms lives. Get ready to speak with power, lead with purpose, and stand with confidence — because your best is yet to speak! — Rico Sharp

“The Best In You” Speaking Academy

Course content

35 sections | 35 lessons

Session 1 - Personal Confidence: The Power of Internal Discovery and Interpersonal Endowment

Session 2 – Understanding and Connecting With Your Audience

Session 3 – Message Mastery: The Art of Preparation, Memorization, and Precision

Session 4 – Crafting Your Signature Message

Session 5- Developing Stage Presence and Poise-

Session 6 - Mastering Vocal Power and Delivery

Session 7 - Commanding Confidence Under Pressure The Best in You Speaking Academy

Session 8 – Connecting with Your Audience Emotionally

Session 9 – The Art of Storytelling

Session 10 – Mastering Body Language and Nonverbal Communication

Session 11 – Captivating Your Audience from Start to Finish

Session 12 – Overcoming Stage Fright and Anxiety

Session 13 – Using Passion with Purpose and Precision

Session 14 – The Power of Authenticity in Speaking

Session 15 – Speaking with Emotional Intelligence

Session 16 – Turning Pain into Purpose

Session 17 – Leading Through Uncertainty

Session 18 – Structuring a Message That Sticks

Session 19 – Developing Charisma and Presence

Session 20 – Speaking with Authority and Compassion

Session 21 – Delivering Impactful Virtual Presentations

Session 22 – The Psychology of Audience Engagement

Session 23 – The Science of Persuasive Communication

Session 24 – How to Handle Tough Questions and Unexpected Moments

Session 25 – Celebrating the Midpoint: You’re Becoming the Message

Session 26 – Speaking to Inspire Action and Change

Session 27 – Using Visuals and Story Support with Excellence

Session 28 – Building Your Speaking Brand

Session 29 – Monetizing Your Message with Integrity

Session 30 – Building Trust Through Transparency

Session 31 – The Power of Words – Speaking Life Into Others

Session 32 – Leading with Legacy in Mind

Session 33 – Managing Criticism and Public Perception

Session 34 – Elevating Your Stage Influence and Leadership

Session 35 – Speaking to Diverse Audiences with Cultural Sensitivity

“The Best In You” Speaking Academy

Session 1 - Personal Confidence: The Power of Internal Discovery and Interpersonal Endowment1 Lessons

Session 1 - Personal Confidence: The Power of Internal Discovery and Interpersonal Endowment

Session 2 – Understanding and Connecting With Your Audience1 Lessons

Session 2 – Understanding and Connecting With Your Audience

Session 3 – Message Mastery: The Art of Preparation, Memorization, and Precision1 Lessons

Session 3 – Message Mastery: The Art of Preparation, Memorization, and Precision

Session 4 – Crafting Your Signature Message1 Lessons

Session 4 – Crafting Your Signature Message

Session 5- Developing Stage Presence and Poise-1 Lessons

Session 5- Developing Stage Presence and Poise-

Session 6 - Mastering Vocal Power and Delivery1 Lessons

Session 6 - Mastering Vocal Power and Delivery

Session 7 - Commanding Confidence Under Pressure The Best in You Speaking Academy1 Lessons

Session 7 - Commanding Confidence Under Pressure The Best in You Speaking Academy

Session 8 – Connecting with Your Audience Emotionally1 Lessons

Session 8 – Connecting with Your Audience Emotionally

Session 9 – The Art of Storytelling1 Lessons

Session 9 – The Art of Storytelling

Session 10 – Mastering Body Language and Nonverbal Communication1 Lessons

Session 10 – Mastering Body Language and Nonverbal Communication

Session 11 – Captivating Your Audience from Start to Finish1 Lessons

Session 11 – Captivating Your Audience from Start to Finish

Session 12 – Overcoming Stage Fright and Anxiety1 Lessons

Session 12 – Overcoming Stage Fright and Anxiety

Session 13 – Using Passion with Purpose and Precision1 Lessons

Session 13 – Using Passion with Purpose and Precision

Session 14 – The Power of Authenticity in Speaking1 Lessons

Session 14 – The Power of Authenticity in Speaking

Session 15 – Speaking with Emotional Intelligence1 Lessons

Session 15 – Speaking with Emotional Intelligence

Session 16 – Turning Pain into Purpose1 Lessons

Session 16 – Turning Pain into Purpose

Session 17 – Leading Through Uncertainty1 Lessons

Session 17 – Leading Through Uncertainty

Session 18 – Structuring a Message That Sticks1 Lessons

Session 18 – Structuring a Message That Sticks

Session 19 – Developing Charisma and Presence1 Lessons

Session 19 – Developing Charisma and Presence

Session 20 – Speaking with Authority and Compassion1 Lessons

Session 20 – Speaking with Authority and Compassion

Session 21 – Delivering Impactful Virtual Presentations1 Lessons

Session 21 – Delivering Impactful Virtual Presentations

Session 22 – The Psychology of Audience Engagement1 Lessons

Session 22 – The Psychology of Audience Engagement

Session 23 – The Science of Persuasive Communication1 Lessons

Session 23 – The Science of Persuasive Communication

Session 24 – How to Handle Tough Questions and Unexpected Moments1 Lessons

Session 24 – How to Handle Tough Questions and Unexpected Moments

Session 25 – Celebrating the Midpoint: You’re Becoming the Message1 Lessons

Session 25 – Celebrating the Midpoint: You’re Becoming the Message

Session 26 – Speaking to Inspire Action and Change1 Lessons

Session 26 – Speaking to Inspire Action and Change

Session 27 – Using Visuals and Story Support with Excellence1 Lessons

Session 27 – Using Visuals and Story Support with Excellence

Session 28 – Building Your Speaking Brand1 Lessons

Session 28 – Building Your Speaking Brand

Session 29 – Monetizing Your Message with Integrity1 Lessons

Session 29 – Monetizing Your Message with Integrity

Session 30 – Building Trust Through Transparency1 Lessons

Session 30 – Building Trust Through Transparency

Session 31 – The Power of Words – Speaking Life Into Others1 Lessons

Session 31 – The Power of Words – Speaking Life Into Others

Session 32 – Leading with Legacy in Mind1 Lessons

Session 32 – Leading with Legacy in Mind

Session 33 – Managing Criticism and Public Perception1 Lessons

Session 33 – Managing Criticism and Public Perception

Session 34 – Elevating Your Stage Influence and Leadership1 Lessons

Session 34 – Elevating Your Stage Influence and Leadership

Session 35 – Speaking to Diverse Audiences with Cultural Sensitivity1 Lessons

Session 35 – Speaking to Diverse Audiences with Cultural Sensitivity