Feel the fear... and do it anyway.

Thu Jun 11 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm UTC+01:00

The Cotton Exchange Building | Liverpool

Liverpool City Toastmasters
Publisher/HostLiverpool City Toastmasters
Feel the fear... and do it anyway.
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Two inspiring TEDx speakers share powerful insights on fear, confidence & growth. Step up, get inspired, and unlock your potential
About this Event

Join us for a powerful and inspiring evening at Liverpool City Toastmasters, where we’re bringing you not one, but two exceptional guest speakers—both seasoned TEDx speakers and authors—ready to challenge the way you think about fear, confidence, and stepping into your potential.

This special event is designed to push you beyond your comfort zone and spark real personal growth. You’ll hear from Louise Brown, who will reveal why impostor syndrome might actually be your secret advantage, and Dr. Callum Gowling, who will show you how embracing failure can unlock your full potential.

Expect thought-provoking talks, live audience Q&As, and an engaging panel discussion where you’ll have the chance to dive deeper and connect directly with our speakers.

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve your public speaking, or simply feel inspired, this is an evening you don’t want to miss.

✨ Meet ambitious, like-minded people
🎤 Experience powerful, TEDx-level insights
🔥 Step up, speak out, and grow

Come along, feel the fear—and do it anyway.


Agenda

🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Networking and Welcome
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:05 PM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 07:05 PM - 07:25 PM
Louise Brown — "Believe It Forward"
Host: Louise Brown

Info: Why impostor syndrome might be your greatest strength.


🕑: 07:20 PM - 07:25 PM
Audience Q&A with Louise
Host: Louise Brown
🕑: 07:25 PM - 07:40 PM
Dr. Callum Gowling — "Permission to Fail"
Host: Dr. Callum Gowling

Info: How giving yourself permission to fail could be the key to unlocking your
full potential.


🕑: 07:40 PM - 07:45 PM
Audience Q&A with Dr. Callum
Host: Dr. Callum Gowling
🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Panel Discussion — Feel the Fear, Do It Anyway
Host: Louise Brown
🕑: 08:00 AM
Break
🕑: 08:10 PM
Extended Table Topics

Info: 8–10 brave speakers take the floor for impromptu speeches. This is your
moment.


🕑: 08:40 PM
Evaluations — Louise & Dr. Callum

Info: Each evaluator gives thoughtful feedback on 4–5 of tonight's speakers.


🕑: 08:55 PM - 09:00 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Networking (Optional)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Cotton Exchange Building, Bixteth Street, Liverpool, United Kingdom

Tickets

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