EP #07: Bringing a Voice to the Youth with Madeline Ashby
Going through the teenage years is challenging to both confidence and identity. That’s why finding a way to understand how young people tick and how to bring out the best in them during this stage is so crucial. So in this episode, I’ll be talking with Madeline Ashby about how she works with young people to help them find their voice and grow strong communication skills.
Maddy’s passion shines through her story of uprooting and moving to the United States, as well as her pursuit of helping teenagers communicate—no matter how out-of-place they may feel. Listen in as she shares the journey she took to follow her passion for communication and teaching kids to hold on to their confidence. You will get some great tips from her on how to empower the youth around you, including different exercises and techniques to build them up to be powerful communicators.
What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:
What originally brought Maddy to the U.S.
The experience that changed the way she sees life.
How she fell in love with speaking and where that led her.
Her passion for youth and how important communication is as a tool for them.
How her concerns have changed over time and what brings true happiness.
What it takes to make a change.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
“I want to feel that I’m contributing to society, and it is difficult to find out what you really want to do when you’re creating a new life for yourself. You just have to go out there and see what works.” - Maddy Ashby
“The more I meet with kids, the more I want to do and the more I see that there is such a big need for these kids to be able to make their voice be heard.” - Maddy Ashby
“When you come to teenage-hood, you lose confidence and that lingers until adulthood. I wish I could help kids to not lose that confidence.” - Maddy Ashby
