Rachel Druckenmiller: Bold Enough to Show Up & Shine

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About This Episode

What happens when you stop muting yourself? Rachel Druckenmiller went from a shy, guarded kid to an award-winning keynote speaker, leadership trainer, and recording artist by daring to show up and let herself be seen. From a bold choir audition in college to leaving her corporate job, and discovering her gift for songwriting, Rachel’s journey shows the power of saying yes to life’s invitations. In this episode, she shares how her VOICE methodology helps others break free from self-silencing patterns, why unmuting ourselves is a gift to the world, and how living with fewer regrets can open the door to purpose, joy, and true expression.

About Rachel Druckenmiller

Rachel Druckenmiller is a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, and leadership trainer on a mission to help organizations, associations, leaders and teams unmute themselves and amplify purpose, strengths, and impact. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has been recognized by Smart Meetings as a Best of the Stage Speaker, Forbes as a Next1000 honoree, and Workforce Magazine as a 40 Under 40 Game Changer, Rachel is a change agent whose refreshing perspective has helped her stand out as a leader in her field. Rachel is also a singer-songwriter whose music you can listen to on all music streaming platforms. Her first book will be released in the fall of 2026. 

Additional Resources

Website: racheldruckenmiller.com

Instagram: @unmutedlife

LinkedIn: @RachelDruckenmiller

Chapters

• 2:07 Defining Bold: Show Up and Shine
• 5:16 The Catalyst: Study Abroad Changes Everything
• 9:04 From Award Winner to Keynote Speaker
• 15:06 Burnout and Finding Her Voice
• 19:45 Leaving Corporate to Pursue Speaking
• 23:36 Rising After Falling
• 28:04 Integrating Music with Speaking
• 32:40 Songwriter Journey: "I Am Somebody"
• 36:42 The VOICE Method and Upcoming Book
• 40:59 Episode Wrap Up and Call to Action