Telana Simpson is a courage and communication coach who helps self-conscious professionals and entrepreneurs find their voice, navigate fear, and lead with confidence. Through her dynamic offerings – from podcasts and books to online learning and storytelling – she equips her audience with the tools to transform hesitation into influence. Below is an overview of Telana’s signature content and creative platforms that support your journey to courageous communication.
Podcast: Let’s Talk Courageous Communication
Telana hosts this thought-provoking podcast for professionals ready to master high-stakes conversations, manage conflict, and speak up with clarity. Through solo episodes and guest interviews, she unpacks what it takes to communicate with courage in both work and life.
This self-paced course helps professionals break free from overthinking, fear of judgment, and constant self-doubt. Telana guides participants through practical tools to shift from hiding to showing up — calmly, confidently, and courageously.
This practical guide helps self-conscious professionals understand their self consciousness and overcome the fear of being seen, and start expressing themselves confidently. It’s filled with relatable stories and powerful tools to support your personal growth journey.
(coming soon) This upcoming book dives deep into the unique challenges introverts face when it comes to speaking up and setting boundaries – and offers step-by-step strategies for becoming more assertive, without compromising authenticity.
Telana’s Purpose-Driven Projects
Telana’s work is rooted in meaningful storytelling and social entrepreneurship. These projects highlight her belief in conscious impact, courage, and contribution.
onematchstick
Telana’s legendary social experiment started with one matchstick and a bold goal: to trade up to office space to help startup entrepreneurs. Over the 17 years it took, it has become a story that changes lives. It has inspired entrepreneurs to think creatively, act boldly, and follow through with purpose.
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Risk & Rise Podcast
Hosted by Telana, this podcast features bold conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers who’ve faced fear and uncertainty – and chose to rise anyway. It’s a raw and inspiring look at the inner journey of overcoming the fear of failing, to building something that matters.
