Speaker Driven Business with Jacqueline Brooker
91: The Speech That Changed Everything: Simon Doble on Fear, Purpose & Global Impact
A masterclass for emerging speakers who dream of making an impact but feel the weight of fear, nerves, or imposter syndrome. With Jacqueline Brooker, we dive deep into the early days of SolarBuddy and how public speaking took everything to the next level.
What you’ll hear isn’t just another story about “doing good.” It’s a roadmap for speakers who want to land bigger stages, attract corporate opportunities, and make their message unforgettable.
Simon shows you how to get out of your own way, embrace authenticity over polish, and use speaking to amplify both your business and your purpose.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The Time Magazine article that lit the spark and changed Simon’s life forever. (10:04)
The role of joy in communities facing energy poverty — and why joy fuels resilience. (18:02)
The mindset shift that reframes speaking from performance to service — and beats imposter syndrome. (25:21)
How one terrifying keynote in Oman opened corporate doors and 10x’d SolarBuddy’s growth. (28:02)
How Simon turned speaking into a legitimate revenue stream, raising $500K+ to fund SolarBuddy. (31:43)
The ripple effect of speaking: how one stage moment inspires thousands and changes millions of lives. (37:12)
From Times Square to Mercedes-Benz Arena: stories from the world’s biggest stages (and what they taught him). (47:38)
This episode is not just for speakers - it’s for anyone who’s ever wondered: Could my story really change the world? Simon’s answer is a resounding yes.
