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Visibility Is a Vibe: How to Own Your Story and Rise with Sara Connell

Katharina Engelhardt Season 2 Episode 15

 In this inspiring episode, Katharina Engelhardt sits down with Sara Connell, 5x bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Thought Leader Academy, to explore how visibility starts from within. Sara shares how she turned personal trauma into purpose — from a life-changing story that went global to building a seven-figure business helping others share their voices. Together, they dive into what it truly means to be seen: why visibility is a vibration, how unresolved trauma impacts confidence and success, and how to turn your story into a strategy that drives transformation, leadership, and growth.

This episode is for every woman who’s ever felt “not ready” or “not enough” to step into the spotlight. Get ready to find your voice, own your story, and rise.

Key Takeaways:

  • Visibility isn’t self-promotion — it’s self-connection.
  • The vibration of visibility begins with courage, worthiness, and authenticity.
  • Unresolved trauma can quietly block creativity, focus, and even financial success.
  • Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for influence and leadership.
  • Every woman has a story that can change lives — the key is daring to share it.
  • Start with Sara’s 3S framework: Story – Situation – Solution to craft messages that resonate.

Memorable Quotes:

“Visibility is a vibration — not just an action.”
 “Your story is a puzzle piece in someone else’s healing.”
 “You can’t inspire others from behind the curtain — you have to step into the light.”
 “We don’t have to wait to be chosen. The moment we decide to be visible, we already are.”
 “The truth is, your story matters because someone needs it right now.”

About Sara Connell:
Sara Connell is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Thought Leader Academy, where she helps coaches, experts, and entrepreneurs write bestselling books, deliver TEDx talks, and amplify their message with confidence. Her personal story — when her 61-year-old mother carried and gave birth to her son — went viral worldwide and sparked her mission to help others rewrite what’s possible.

Learn more at saraconnell.com
or connect with her on Instagram

Resources Mentioned:

  • Sara’s Thought Leader Academy – Helping entrepreneurs and experts build thought leadership platforms.
  • YouTube Channel: Thought Leader Media – Free mindset and writing resources.
  • Bootcamp: 90-Day Bestselling Book Bootcamp (invitation via Sara’s Instagram @saraconnell).

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