Why Hayden and Angelo Lumpkin Call Leadr.co Their Greatest Investment Yet
Everyone has a message inside of them.
But not everyone gets the chance, or finds the courage—to share it on a stage that matters. For Hayden and Angelo Lumpkin, that moment came after one pivotal decision: to go all in with Leadr.co (formerly Thought Leader). And looking back, they both agree, it was one of the best investments they’ve ever made.
The Hesitation Every Speaker Feels
If you’ve ever dreamed of giving a TEDx talk, you probably know the feeling. It’s part excitement, part intimidation, and a whole lot of “what if I’m not ready?”
That’s where Hayden and Angelo started.
They had the passion. They had the message. But like many aspiring speakers, they didn’t have the framework, the structure, or the confidence to bring that vision to life.
That’s when they found Leadr.co.
The Turning Point: Support That Feels Personal
For the Lumpkins, Leadr.co wasn’t just a program, it was an experience built on heart.
They were quick to shout out Sophie, one of their talk-writing coaches, and several other members of the team who walked beside them during the most transformative parts of their journey. But beyond the names and titles, what stood out most was the care that came with every interaction.
From the application phase to the intensives and beyond, there was a consistent rhythm of mentorship, accountability, and actionable feedback. Every step brought their message closer to clarity, and closer to the stage.
Talk Practice: The Hidden Gem
One particular element they raved about? Talk Practice.
For many, this is where the magic happens. It’s one thing to write your talk. It’s another to refine it in real-time, with live feedback from speaker coaches who care deeply about both your delivery and your growth.
Week after week, Hayden and Angelo found themselves presenting to sharp eyes and open hearts, receiving critiques that were both honest and empowering. This wasn’t about tearing down. It was about helping every idea land with more weight, more emotion, and more purpose.
More Than Just a Talk. A Legacy
Of course, it would be easy to say this was all about “landing the TEDx stage.”
But for them, it was something deeper. It wasn’t about popularity or visibility. It was about getting their message out into the world in the most impactful way possible. A message that wasn’t just important to them, but necessary for others to hear.
What resonated most was a principle shared by Leadr.co’s founder, Taylor Conroy: you don’t have to be fearless to take the stage. You just need to feel deeply enough about your message to push through the fear.
That mindset alone shifted everything.
Real Impact, Lasting Benefits
In their own words, Hayden and Angelo call Leadr.co “one of the greatest investments” they’ve made, not just professionally, but personally.
Why? Because it wasn’t just about the talk. It was about discovering their voice, refining their story, and showing up fully, on stage and in life.
They found that the more they plugged into Leadr.co, whether through talk practice, the writing intensive, or the business accelerator, the more it started to shape how they approached everything. From communication to confidence to long-term clarity, the tools extended far beyond one stage.
And it paid off.
Final Thoughts: For Those Still on the Fence
If you’re reading this wondering if Leadr.co is “worth it,” Hayden and Angelo would tell you this:
Don’t underestimate what can happen when your message meets the right process and the right people.
Whether you’re chasing a TEDx stage or just trying to find your voice again, the journey is real. The growth is real. And the impact you can make, on others and on yourself, is more powerful than you think.
Leadr.co doesn’t just prepare you to give a talk.
It prepares you to own your story.
This article is published on Digital Ad Blog