Stephanie Richardson
Master of Science in Psychology
TN, USYour catalyst for CHANGE! Through interactive, engaging strategies, Stephanie propels individuals & organizations to UNLOCK THEIR POTENTIAL, moving from their current state to realizing their vision.
As the founder of Unlock Your Potential, Stephanie's coaching business, she draws on her vast entrepreneurial experience to guide individuals, particularly those in leadership roles, to success. Specializing in coaching physical therapists, chiropractors, IT owners, sales professionals, software engineers, real estate professionals, financial planners, healthcare professionals, non-profit employees, and various other fields, Stephanie empowers her clients to surpass limiting beliefs and achieve desired outcomes. Her engaging and interactive approach shines through when facilitating team training or team-building events on topics such as leadership, communication, and personal growth. Stephanie is the International Best Selling Author of The Power of Coaching Volume 2: Inspiring Untold Stories for Business Growth and Life Transformations. Stephanie received the Maxwell Culture Award of being Top 20 Finalist for Living Intentionally.
Stephanie Richardson, a resident of Nashville, TN, is a dedicated single mother and seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in the counseling and coaching fields. Her personal journey, marked by resilience in the face of adversity, serves as a powerful source of inspiration and authenticity, enabling her to connect with others on a profound level. Stephanie is not merely a coach; she serves as a catalyst for transformative change in her clients' lives. Her goal is to propel individuals and organizations from their current state to the realization of their vision of their ideal selves, offering unwavering support, accountability, and expertise every step of the way.
With a Master of Science in psychology, Stephanie boasts a decade of hands-on experience in counseling, where she has worked with diverse demographics, including children, teenagers, adults, families, and inmates. In her role as a Regional Director, she successfully led a team of master's level therapists across four cities, showcasing her exceptional leadership and team development skills.
Stephanie's unique blend of academic knowledge and practical experience is further underscored by her status as a retired Licensed Professional Counselor. During her counseling career, she not only provided individual, group, and family therapy but also played a pivotal role in guiding and supervising other counselors towards professional licensure.
Stephanie's entrepreneurial journey began 28 years ago when she ventured into direct sales to eliminate credit card debt. Her dedication paid off, as she achieved financial freedom within the first year of her business and has remained debt-free ever since. Choosing to be a hands-on mother, Stephanie transitioned from corporate America to focus on her direct sales business, which has evolved into a successful multi-million dollar enterprise with a nationwide presence.
Certified as a World Class Speaking Coach, Stephanie enhances her clients' speaking and sales abilities, whether in workshops, keynotes, sales presentations, or elevator pitches. Additionally, as a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team member and DISC Consultant, Stephanie offers valuable insights into communication strengths and growth opportunities.
Stephanie's client list includes:
- Live! Hospitality and Entertainment
- Tennessee Charitable Care Network
- Belmont University Massey College of Business
- Women in Technology of Tennessee
- National Association of Women in Construction
- PearlCon (It's Pearl Time direct sales organization)
Stephanie's most requested topics include:
- Personal development
- Presentation skills
- Communication
As the founder of Unlock Your Potential, Stephanie's coaching business, she draws on her vast entrepreneurial experience to guide individuals, particularly those in leadership roles, to success. Specializing in coaching physical therapists, chiropractors, IT owners, sales professionals, software engineers, real estate professionals, financial planners, healthcare professionals, non-profit employees, and various other fields, Stephanie empowers her clients to surpass limiting beliefs and achieve desired outcomes. Her engaging and interactive approach shines through when facilitating team training or team-building events on topics such as leadership, communication, and personal growth. Stephanie is the International Best Selling Author of The Power of Coaching Volume 2: Inspiring Untold Stories for Business Growth and Life Transformations. Stephanie received the Maxwell Culture Award of being Top 20 Finalist for Living Intentionally.
Stephanie Richardson, a resident of Nashville, TN, is a dedicated single mother and seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in the counseling and coaching fields. Her personal journey, marked by resilience in the face of adversity, serves as a powerful source of inspiration and authenticity, enabling her to connect with others on a profound level. Stephanie is not merely a coach; she serves as a catalyst for transformative change in her clients' lives. Her goal is to propel individuals and organizations from their current state to the realization of their vision of their ideal selves, offering unwavering support, accountability, and expertise every step of the way.
With a Master of Science in psychology, Stephanie boasts a decade of hands-on experience in counseling, where she has worked with diverse demographics, including children, teenagers, adults, families, and inmates. In her role as a Regional Director, she successfully led a team of master's level therapists across four cities, showcasing her exceptional leadership and team development skills.
Stephanie's unique blend of academic knowledge and practical experience is further underscored by her status as a retired Licensed Professional Counselor. During her counseling career, she not only provided individual, group, and family therapy but also played a pivotal role in guiding and supervising other counselors towards professional licensure.
Stephanie's entrepreneurial journey began 28 years ago when she ventured into direct sales to eliminate credit card debt. Her dedication paid off, as she achieved financial freedom within the first year of her business and has remained debt-free ever since. Choosing to be a hands-on mother, Stephanie transitioned from corporate America to focus on her direct sales business, which has evolved into a successful multi-million dollar enterprise with a nationwide presence.
Certified as a World Class Speaking Coach, Stephanie enhances her clients' speaking and sales abilities, whether in workshops, keynotes, sales presentations, or elevator pitches. Additionally, as a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team member and DISC Consultant, Stephanie offers valuable insights into communication strengths and growth opportunities.
Stephanie's client list includes:
- Live! Hospitality and Entertainment
- Tennessee Charitable Care Network
- Belmont University Massey College of Business
- Women in Technology of Tennessee
- National Association of Women in Construction
- PearlCon (It's Pearl Time direct sales organization)
Stephanie's most requested topics include:
- Personal development
- Presentation skills
- Communication
The Most Challenging Person to Lead (Mental Health, Wellness, Personal Development, Self-Esteem, Psychology)
*MOST REQUESTED KEYNOTE*
This keynote equips high-performing professionals with a practical system to lead themselves with clarity, consistency, and purpose—so they can lead others more effectively.
After experiencing The Most Challenging Person to Lead, your audience will:
1. Create a Clear Vision and Aligned Goals That Drive Action
Participants will define meaningful goals across six key...
The Courage to Cross The Threshold (Personal development, Psychology, Image/self-esteem)
The audience will leave being able to:
- Recognize pivotal opportunities when they appear
- Identify internal barriers such as fear, self-doubt, and overthinking
- Reframe risk as a catalyst for growth and expansion
- Strengthen confidence in decision-making under pressure
- Take immediate, aligned action without waiting for certainty
- Communicate and advocate for their next level with...
Four Pillars for Success (Mental Health, Wellness, Image/Self-Esteem, Personal Development)
This experience is ideal for individuals and teams seeking personal growth, resilience, and sustained high performance through the four core drivers of success: belief, passion, skill, and will.
Participants will be able to:
- Diagnose success gaps by identifying which pillar is strongest and which is limiting results
- Strengthen self-belief by replacing self-doubt with empowering, performance-driven...
Act Like a Superhero (Mental Health, Image/Self-esteem, Personal development, Wellness, Psychology)
Program overview:
In today’s comparison-driven world—fueled by constant exposure to others’ highlight reels—confidence can quietly erode, impacting performance, communication, and results.
In this highly engaging and interactive session, Stephanie equips attendees with practical, immediately applicable tools to shift their mindset, elevate confidence, and take action—even in the face of self-doubt.
Turn Your Mistakes Into Stepping Stones for Success (Mental Health, Wellness, Personal Development, Image/Self-Esteem, Psychology)
Program Overview:
What separates high achievers from everyone else isn’t talent, background, or opportunity—it’s how they respond to failure.
In this engaging and highly interactive session, Stephanie equips audiences with a powerful framework to reframe setbacks, release the past, and take confident action forward. Through real-world stories, thought-provoking exercises, and partner discussions, participants will shift from fear-based...
Raise Your Team's Leadership Lid (Personal Development, Leadership Game)
Format: 90–120 minute high-impact, fully interactive leadership experience
The Leadership Game: Where Teams Don’t Just Learn Leadership—They Experience It
If you’re looking for a session that energizes your team, sparks meaningful conversation, and delivers real behavioral insights, this is it.
As a Certified Facilitator of the Leadership Game—based on the proven principles of John C....
Assess & Adjust to Authentically Connect (Presentation Skills, Personal Development, Psychology)
What if the key to stronger relationships, better team dynamics, and increased sales results came down to one skill—your ability to adjust how you communicate?
In this engaging, high-energy keynote, Stephanie Richardson helps audiences quickly understand themselves and others through the DISC framework—then shows them how to apply that insight immediately. Through a powerful, interactive pattern-recognition activity, participants experience firsthand how awareness...
Strategic Storytelling That Drives Customer Impact (Storytelling, Presentation Skills, Personal Development)
This program equips professionals with a repeatable system to turn everyday experiences into powerful stories that increase trust, engagement, and business results
In this engaging and highly interactive keynote, Stephanie equips audiences with a repeatable, practical framework to transform everyday experiences into powerful stories that build trust, increase engagement, and drive measurable business results.
Through real-world examples,...
Become a More Confident Speaker (Presentation Skills, Image/Self-Esteem, Nonprofit, Personal Development)
“You can improve your value by 50% just by learning communication skills—public speaking specifically.” — Warren Buffett
Speaking in front of others is one of the most common fears, yet it’s one of the most critical skills for driving business results. Whether presenting to clients, leading a team, pitching donors, or speaking on stage, the ability to communicate with clarity and confidence directly impacts influence, income, and opportunity. In this practical session,...
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First Impressions Printing
Virtual
K.Z., CEO, First Impressions Printing
Verified @firstimpressionsprinting.infoPositive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality Stephanie was amazing! She is personable and fun and was spot on. She has great insight and I walked away with so much more knowledge than I had before to help me grow personally and professionally. I would highly recommend her!
InTune Chiropractic
On-Site
A.M., CEO/Chiropractor, InTune Chiropractic
Verified @gmail.comBeing in your first year of business is rough for anyone. Starting your business during a global pandemic has caused that to be more difficult 10-fold. The owners at inTune Chiropractic were lucky enough to find Stephanie Richardson to set them and then keep them on the right path towards success. After starting coaching with Stephanie, the business has grown exponentially month after month. We have achieved each and every goal we set each month with the help of Stephanie including doubling and even tripling our monthly revenue after starting coaching with Stephanie. She is very attentive, caring, knowledgeable, and the help she has given us has been priceless. We are incredibly happy to be working with Stephanie and we plan on working with her multiple times a month for years to come! Thank you so much for everything you have done for us Stephanie!!!
Physical Therapy in Motion
On-Site
S.W., CEO/Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy in Motion
Verified @pt-inmotion.comI have been working with Stephanie for business coaching for a year now and I can confidently say that my direction is finally clear, anxiety is less, and my business is growing! I have accomplished more in the past year than I thought was possible! Stephanie’s background of running a successful business of her own and being a therapist give her a unique skillset to not only look at the big business picture but also your personal life. As a person she is warm, inviting, positive, and encouraging. She is the best! You will not regret working with Stephanie
Valor Mortgage
Virtual
C.A., CEO, Valor Mortgage
Verified @ask-christopher.comStarting a business from the ground up can be a daunting task. But having a coach as a sounding board has helped make the process appear less of a giant. She has helped my company to increase my prior sales by almost double what they were the year prior! Even in a pandemic! If you are looking for someone to help take your business up a level or more have a conversation with this lady right here!
The Video Storyteller
On-Site
D.P., Owner, The Video Storyteller
Verified @thevideostoryteller.comStephanie is FANTASTIC. She really cares about helping people, helping businesses find success. If you’re looking for a business coach to help you truly “Unlock Your Potential” then you need to reach out to Stephanie!
Johnson Business Technology Solutions
On-Site
J.J., CEO, Johnson Business Technology Solutions
Verified @johnsonbts.comI could not be happier with a coach. Stephanie is awesome. She holds me accountable, and I have started meeting my goals which has not happened before. She is a springboard for ideas as we work through various issues in our business. Five stars is not enough.
Carlton Wealth
On-Site
L.B.T., Financial Service Advisor, Carlton Wealth
Verified @gmail.comStephanie has a great personality that is down to earth and yet, she will encouragingly stretch you at the same time! Everyone should take a class with her!
ADP
Virtual
C.L., Major Accounts District Manager, ADP
Verified @adp.comI’ve had the pleasure of having Stephanie as a coach for about 6-months now. During these short 6-months she has pushed me in ways to go above and beyond my potential both personally and professionally. Through each session she has identified keys ways for me to think outside the box and challenge myself to get me closer to my overall goals. I’ve mentioned to Stephanie several times that this is the first time I’ve ever invested in myself like this. She has a way of turning your concerns/fears into confidence/motivation. I’ve gained more confidence with every session and I’ve been exceeding my goals both professionally and personally since we’ve been meeting. I owe it all to Stephanie!
Cabi
Virtual
D.E., Stylist, Cabi
Verified @gmail.comPositive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality Stephanie was very concise with her information delivery! The information that she shared was so simplistic but very much food for thought and appropriate to my needs as an individual in sales! She incorporated humor and examples from her own journey which I found were very encouraging!!! Relationships were highlighted in the context and several resources were shared to assist all in their goals journey!!! Moving forward with the information she shared is going to be exciting but challenging and Stephanie would be great to have as a coach!!!
Compass
On-Site
J.Y., Realtor, Compass
Verified @gmail.comI had been looking for a business coach for months, to which, I had almost given up on finding the right one until I was referred to Stephanie. From our first meeting, I knew it was a perfect fit! While working with Stephanie for over a year and half now, she has opened my eyes to numerous ways to better myself and my business. She has helped me grow leaps and bounds in our time working together. Stephanie easy to talk with, helps me think outside the box and is always available if I need her. If you are looking for someone who will challenge you and not just give you catchphrases, Stephanie is the real deal!
Cranial Pain Solutions
Virtual
D.C., CEO, Cranial Pain Solutions
Verified @cranialpainsolutions.comStephanie has been an excellent business coach with the perfect balance of listening, guidance, prompting for self growth, and strategies for implementing my personal and professional growth into a thriving physical therapy private practice. We are working through continued strategies for growth for my practice and branching out into new avenues of teaching. She helps to keep me focused on the next best task needed to continue to be successful and grow at the same time. Thanks so much Stephanie!!
Shade Custom Blinds
On-Site
B.H., Owner, Shade Custom Blinds
Verified @shadecustomblinds.comStephanie has been a great asset to my success. She truly “unlocks” some of the mental blocks that get in the way of growth. Her help has not only helped increase my sales, she has also helped build processes and procedures to help me achieve my potential. She has also helped build an invaluable training program for current and future staff.
LifeWave
On-Site
M.B.A., Manager & Brand Partner, LifeWave
Verified @bellsouth.netStephanie is a great speaker and really keeps the audience motivated and engaged. I highly recommend Stephanie!
Shutter Move
On-Site
J.J., Owner, Shutter Move
Verified @shuttermove.comStephanie is a great presenter and always shares a wealth of information! She is very inspiring!
Q2 Agency
On-Site
L.S., Owner, Q2 Agency
Verified @gmail.comI was privileged to attend a women's event and hear Stephanie speak. I was motivated by her challenge to do a vision board electronically for the new year. She suggested including: your business, your personal growth, health and fitness, relationships, and financial goals. And emphasized letting your dreams become your realities.. She is an awesome motivator for personal growth or your business! Q
Cornerstone Advisors
Virtual
L.S., Vice President of Marketing, Cornerstone Advisors
Verified @siragusapartners.comI was able to tune in to Stephanie's class on setting a proper vision for the coming year. I've been to and heard many of these types of presentations, but I have to say, Stephanie made it so logical, simple and clear. She has a fantastic demeanor, so approachable! You can tell she truly loves what she does and is committed to helping her clients unlock and achieve their potential. But she does it in a way that is not formulaic or trite. I also love that she is part of the John Maxwell team, as this adds tremendous credibility to what she offers. Thank you Stephanie for a fantastic way to kick off 2023!
Simmons Bank
On-Site
A.D., Financial Center Manager, Simmons Bank
Verified @yahoo.comI met Stephanie as a part of my networking. Every time she has an opportunity to speak in our group I love what she is presenting. Her words are encouraging and filled with information that will help you if you use it. Stephanie is definitely motivation for your next steps on your journey. Meet with her and experience her coaching for yourself.
Games to Go Nashville
Virtual
T.H., Owner, Games to Go Nashville
Verified @gamestogonashville.comPositive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality Recently attended Unlock Your Potential’s “Creating Vision” webinar and wanted to share my experience. Stephanie Richardson is thoroughly organized and ultra talented while coaching you on the topic. I took more away in 1 hour than if I had attended a full day class or read a related book. Highly recommend for anyone who is wanting to start their year off properly and create their customized vision to successfully fulfill their goals!
Exodus HR Group
On-Site
S.M., VP of Sales, Exodus HR Group
Verified @exodushrgroup.comStephanie is amazing! All the things she teaches, she has done. Great communicator, shared her challenges and how she overcame them. My favorite part of this training was learning why what we do is important. Training is relevant and believable. Thanks Stephanie!
Rodan + Fields
Virtual
A.S., CEO, Rodan + Fields
Verified @amybsmith.comStephanie did a training for my team on creating a vision for your business and several other areas of your life. It was fantastic and the team loved it. I got great feedback from everyone.











































