Brandon Smith

🎯 Helping you get to “We did it.”
📚 Bestselling author of two books
🎤 Professional Speaker | 🎙️ Podcast: @missoulapodcast
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[Brandon Smith @Brandon5mith]

So, there I was, dreaming of inspiring others with my words…hoping to speak on big stages and share my insights with the world. Of course, the journey wasn’t without its bumps. People had doubts and questioned if I had what it took.

Then one day, I got invited to speak at an event that felt like a turning point. I was fired up, already picturing myself motivating the audience and making an impact. It felt like everything I’d worked for was finally happening.

But, as these things go, there was a twist. Someone decided they weren’t too thrilled about my success. They sent an email to the event organizer, throwing shade and trying to discredit me. I remember the email saying something like, "I’m not sure Brandon has the experience...I don’t think he’s really a motivational speaker." Yeah, that hurt.

But instead of letting it get to me, I used it as fuel. I wasn’t going to let someone’s negativity stop me. I kept speaking, honing my craft, whether it was for a small group or a big crowd. Each opportunity made me better, and each connection reminded me why I was doing this.

Fast forward a few years, and all the hard work started to pay off. I found myself speaking in front of thousands, sharing stories, lessons, and hopefully leaving people with something meaningful. My name was showing up in places I never expected, and it felt like I was finally where I belonged.

Then came the moment I’d been dreaming of…the invitation to speak at TEDx. That was it, the big one. Standing on that stage, under the lights, in the red circle, talking to a room full of people, I couldn’t help but think of how far I’d come.

The irony wasn’t lost on me. It wasn’t the doubts of others that defined my path…it was believing in myself and pushing through. And as I wrapped up that talk, I knew I had proven them wrong.

Sure, they said I didn’t have the experience. But I used that to grow, and now here I am, in the red circle and living my dream. So, to anyone facing doubts or roadblocks, keep going. Believe in your vision, because when you push through, you might just surprise yourself…and everyone else too.

[Brandon Smith @Brandon5mith]

Just saw Adam Levine in Franklin, TN. Pretty sure he recognized me too, but we both decided to play it cool.

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When I was a kid, if your friend’s parents had a sunroof in their car, you just assumed they were rich.

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Orange > Cranberry > Grape > Apple

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A live microphone. No editing. Thousands of witnesses.

See you Saturday.

[The Missoula Podcast @missoulapodcast]

UM decided the Homecoming Parade needed two middle-aged guys with microphones. Somehow, they picked us. Saturday. Higgins & Broadway. Go Griz!

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Broke a light bulb today. Seven years of bad ideas?

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Broncos fans say it was PI.
Rams fans say it wasn’t PI.

I’m neutral…it was not PI.

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My parents taught me to be kind and humble, honest and hardworking, and to save an unnecessary amount of plastic bags under the sink.

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How do I get Eli on my fantasy roster!?!

[Samuel Akem @s_akem18]

I have no more words to say about Eli Gillman...

Just utterly RIDICULOUS!!!

23 Car, 254 Yards, 4 TD.

#GrizFB @SkylineSportsMT

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Let’s Go @eli_gillman 😮‍💨

[Montana Griz Football @MontanaGrizFB]

HISTORY: @eli_gillman has passed the Grizzly Hall of Famer Yohance Humphrey for the most career rushing yards in Montana history 🫡

#GoGriz

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