Behind the SME with Alex Merry, Founder of TEDxClapham and Public Speaking Coach at MicDrop

From knocking on doors as a sales rep to helping leaders own global stages, Alex Merry’s journey is rooted in storytelling, tenacity and a mission to make ideas worth sharing truly heard.

In this episode of Behind the SME, Alex reunites with host Adam Kene – his former door-to-door sales partner – to unpack how those early sales days laid the groundwork for his career in public speaking, what it really takes to move people with words, and how he's helping business leaders uncover their message and deliver it with impact.

🔎 We cover:

• The humble beginnings that shaped Alex’s confidence and resilience
• Building TEDxClapham from scratch – and why he fought so hard to do it
• Why public speaking is about change, not ego
• The art of finding your “why" including a live coaching demo with our host, Adam
• Growing a standout presence on LinkedIn through authentic content and bold strategy
• How AI is reshaping thought leadership (and what to do about it)

Whether you’re a founder, leader, or simply someone with a story to tell, this episode will get you thinking about your message – and how to make it matter.

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