Embrace your authenticity. Become the authority of your own life.

Stephanie speaks to various organizations from corporate to non-profits encouraging people to “find their truth… with love & humor.” She is a proud ambassador of Give an Hour, a Mental Health national nonprofit organization.

Szostak got a late start on the acting scene (age 30) and had the willingness to disrupt her life, leaving her career in the corporate world behind to seek an authentic life. Transforming her own false starts, setbacks, rejection and loss, she brings forward relatable and impactful stories. Knowing she is where she is only thanks to the help of so many, Stephanie thrives to empower people on their journey of discovery, learning, and growth.

Speech Title

Playbook for Success: Cultivating Mental Fitness in Life and Career
Thriving through Adversity: From Setback to Strength

Audiences

Performers: artists, athletes, professionals
Students
Immigrants

Address your mindset.

As her roles got bigger so did the pressure, causing her performance to be negatively affected by self-doubt and fear. Looking to the actors she was inspired by for answers, she was surprised to learn they too suffered from negative inner dialogue no matter how talented, experienced or famous they were. This pushed her to address her mental game, discover tools and practices that enhanced confidence, helped navigate the ups and downs and find more joy when the red light turned on.

“Stephanie addressed our campus community on the importance of mental wellbeing, resilience in the face of rejection, and perseverance during challenging times. Her message truly resonated with our students, faculty, and staff. Her warmth and kindness fostered deep connections with the students.”

Tami Back

Senior Director of Communications & Engagement, William & Mary

“Highly entertaining but also poignant and motivating. We all left feeling like we could achieve our goals with a sense of joy, perspective and vigor and that we are in control of our future.”

Commissioner LPGA

"Stephanie Szostak was an amazing speaker to have at our annual team event. She took the best parts of our culture and brought them into her talk to really resonate with our team members. She has an inspiring energy, and her message left our team with action items on how they can be their best!”

Rubin Brown

“Inspirational as well as tactical, regardless of age or position.”

ACS Women Leading The Way To Wellness

Fairfield County CT

“Her heartfelt connection with the audience, her humor and deeply meaningful knowledge created an unforgettable experience for the Women’s Affinity Summit at Northwestern Mutual.”

Master Performance Consultant & Founder

“Stephanie did her homework and delivered a talk that was relatable and left me charged up and inspired to take action. I highly recommend her for your next event.”

VP Lenox Advisors

"We hosted Stephanie in our New York City headquarters for a fireside chat on resilience, mental strength and creating a “playbook.” Stephanie was, in short, extraordinary. People may have attended at first simply to get a glimpse of a celebrity, but every single person left the discussion with tangible steps that can improve his or her journey through life. She is a subject-matter-expert in resilience, preparedness, motivation and mental well-being.”

Managing Director, Global Investment Bank

“We were truly impressed. Her understanding of the challenges faced by civil defense trial lawyers enriched her engaging presentation, making it extremely relevant and insightful. Her ability to connect and relate made a significant impact on our members who will certainly take advantage of the SELF!SH Playbook for continued success and mental well-being.”

NC Association of Defense Attorneys

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A late start to acting …

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