Mahlena-Rae Johnson
@mahlenaspeaks.bsky.social
I teach introverted edtech CEOs how to talk to people. Still learning myself. 😏
Choco chip cookie, Murder She Wrote, and BTS lover. 🍪🕵🏼💜
Choco chip cookie, Murder She Wrote, and BTS lover. 🍪🕵🏼💜
"With the chaos and confusion all around you, this is where your introvert superpower comes in. While everyone else is making noise, you’ve been quietly observing, thinking, preparing...
You understand that what we need isn’t another loud voice; we need a steady one." 🕯
medium.com/@mahlena/one...
You understand that what we need isn’t another loud voice; we need a steady one." 🕯
medium.com/@mahlena/one...
One Light Who Set the World on Fire:
A Letter to the Introverted EdTech CEO Who Wants to Be a Beacon in this Storm
medium.com
September 14, 2025 at 6:37 PM
"With the chaos and confusion all around you, this is where your introvert superpower comes in. While everyone else is making noise, you’ve been quietly observing, thinking, preparing...
You understand that what we need isn’t another loud voice; we need a steady one." 🕯
medium.com/@mahlena/one...
You understand that what we need isn’t another loud voice; we need a steady one." 🕯
medium.com/@mahlena/one...
Thinking about turning this video, "How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch", into a workshop for startup founders in business schools.
Thoughts? 💭
Prayers? 🙏🏾
Names of people you think I should reach out to? 🧑🏾💻
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🙂
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
Thoughts? 💭
Prayers? 🙏🏾
Names of people you think I should reach out to? 🧑🏾💻
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🙂
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch by Mahlena-Rae Johnson. Full Presentation.
YouTube video by Mahlena Speaks
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July 17, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Thinking about turning this video, "How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch", into a workshop for startup founders in business schools.
Thoughts? 💭
Prayers? 🙏🏾
Names of people you think I should reach out to? 🧑🏾💻
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🙂
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
Thoughts? 💭
Prayers? 🙏🏾
Names of people you think I should reach out to? 🧑🏾💻
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🙂
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
Do you ever place obstacles in the way of your goals?
Tell me about it in the comments. ⤵️
(My favorite obstacle to avoid: video editing. 😀 )
youtu.be/A56TRJXFugc
Tell me about it in the comments. ⤵️
(My favorite obstacle to avoid: video editing. 😀 )
youtu.be/A56TRJXFugc
What is your obstacle? | Hot Takes on EdTech by Mahlena-Rae Johnson
YouTube video by Mahlena Speaks
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July 17, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Do you ever place obstacles in the way of your goals?
Tell me about it in the comments. ⤵️
(My favorite obstacle to avoid: video editing. 😀 )
youtu.be/A56TRJXFugc
Tell me about it in the comments. ⤵️
(My favorite obstacle to avoid: video editing. 😀 )
youtu.be/A56TRJXFugc
Ever been labeled as lazy or dishonest for using the tools available to you? 🔧
Feeling overwhelmed by the speed of technological change? 💨
Were you raised by a VCR and a cable box, but can't figure out how to escape Google Gemini? 🫨
Then this article is for you.
medium.com/@mahlena/ai-...
Feeling overwhelmed by the speed of technological change? 💨
Were you raised by a VCR and a cable box, but can't figure out how to escape Google Gemini? 🫨
Then this article is for you.
medium.com/@mahlena/ai-...
AI IS THE NEW SEX EDUCATION:
Why “Just Say No” to Artificial Intelligence Won’t Work (And What Will)
medium.com
July 11, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Ever been labeled as lazy or dishonest for using the tools available to you? 🔧
Feeling overwhelmed by the speed of technological change? 💨
Were you raised by a VCR and a cable box, but can't figure out how to escape Google Gemini? 🫨
Then this article is for you.
medium.com/@mahlena/ai-...
Feeling overwhelmed by the speed of technological change? 💨
Were you raised by a VCR and a cable box, but can't figure out how to escape Google Gemini? 🫨
Then this article is for you.
medium.com/@mahlena/ai-...
Reposted by Mahlena-Rae Johnson
We're living at a moment when ICE is threatening not only to arrest and deport immigrants but arrest and prosecute everyday people and leaders for educating others about their constitutional rights.
Helping to defend our immigrant communities is one clear action that we can all take right now. ⤵️
Helping to defend our immigrant communities is one clear action that we can all take right now. ⤵️
How to Defend Immigrants Against the Most Common ICE Tactics
These “know your rights” videos have crucial, easy-to-understand information.
www.teenvogue.com
June 11, 2025 at 7:03 PM
We're living at a moment when ICE is threatening not only to arrest and deport immigrants but arrest and prosecute everyday people and leaders for educating others about their constitutional rights.
Helping to defend our immigrant communities is one clear action that we can all take right now. ⤵️
Helping to defend our immigrant communities is one clear action that we can all take right now. ⤵️
For my fellow ambitious introverts who want to feel less awkward when meeting new people at a conference. 😳
medium.com/@mahlena/the...
medium.com/@mahlena/the...
The Quiet Closer.
How Introverted EdTech CEOs Can Build Dream Client Relationships After Conferences
medium.com
June 11, 2025 at 12:30 AM
For my fellow ambitious introverts who want to feel less awkward when meeting new people at a conference. 😳
medium.com/@mahlena/the...
medium.com/@mahlena/the...
Do you have a big presentation coming up? 🤔
But you don't know what to say or how?
Mahlena can help.
Watch this video.
Learn which slides to use and why for your next edtech pitch.
You're welcome. 🙂
What is your next pitch?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0qq...
But you don't know what to say or how?
Mahlena can help.
Watch this video.
Learn which slides to use and why for your next edtech pitch.
You're welcome. 🙂
What is your next pitch?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0qq...
What's in your EdTech Pitch Deck? A presentation by Mahlena-Rae Johnson.
YouTube video by Mahlena Speaks
www.youtube.com
May 8, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Do you have a big presentation coming up? 🤔
But you don't know what to say or how?
Mahlena can help.
Watch this video.
Learn which slides to use and why for your next edtech pitch.
You're welcome. 🙂
What is your next pitch?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0qq...
But you don't know what to say or how?
Mahlena can help.
Watch this video.
Learn which slides to use and why for your next edtech pitch.
You're welcome. 🙂
What is your next pitch?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0qq...
“Will this help me make me money, or help me save money?” 🤔
Yes.
Plus, it is free.
Click here:
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Yes.
Plus, it is free.
Click here:
mahlenaspeaks.kit.com/publicspeaki...
May 5, 2025 at 1:55 PM
“Will this help me make me money, or help me save money?” 🤔
Yes.
Plus, it is free.
Click here:
mahlenaspeaks.kit.com/publicspeaki...
Yes.
Plus, it is free.
Click here:
mahlenaspeaks.kit.com/publicspeaki...
Sales is not my thing.
I couldn't sell a salmon to a grizzly bear. 🐟
What I do know is how to tell a story.
Beginning, middle, and end.
You want to capture someone's attention, and teach them how you help students learn?
That I can do.
Sorry, bear. You will have to catch your own salmon. 🐻
I couldn't sell a salmon to a grizzly bear. 🐟
What I do know is how to tell a story.
Beginning, middle, and end.
You want to capture someone's attention, and teach them how you help students learn?
That I can do.
Sorry, bear. You will have to catch your own salmon. 🐻
April 22, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Sales is not my thing.
I couldn't sell a salmon to a grizzly bear. 🐟
What I do know is how to tell a story.
Beginning, middle, and end.
You want to capture someone's attention, and teach them how you help students learn?
That I can do.
Sorry, bear. You will have to catch your own salmon. 🐻
I couldn't sell a salmon to a grizzly bear. 🐟
What I do know is how to tell a story.
Beginning, middle, and end.
You want to capture someone's attention, and teach them how you help students learn?
That I can do.
Sorry, bear. You will have to catch your own salmon. 🐻
April 11, 2025 at 2:54 PM
It's me, Mahlena-Rae Johnson, on the Quiet Warrior Podcast with Serena Low. 🎧
Listen now.
Because I said so. 🤨
APPLE PODCASTS:
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SPOTIFY:
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Listen now.
Because I said so. 🤨
APPLE PODCASTS:
podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/7...
SPOTIFY:
open.spotify.com/episode/6BjN...
April 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
It's me, Mahlena-Rae Johnson, on the Quiet Warrior Podcast with Serena Low. 🎧
Listen now.
Because I said so. 🤨
APPLE PODCASTS:
podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/7...
SPOTIFY:
open.spotify.com/episode/6BjN...
Listen now.
Because I said so. 🤨
APPLE PODCASTS:
podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/7...
SPOTIFY:
open.spotify.com/episode/6BjN...
This is my home! Featured on the PBS! 🇻🇮
It is nice to see my island in specific, and the region in general, not only represented, but also celebrated, on an international stage. 🌴
#landback
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It is nice to see my island in specific, and the region in general, not only represented, but also celebrated, on an international stage. 🌴
#landback
youtu.be/kpX6dpC5MQg?...
Are the Taino extinct? This woman knows otherwise | PBS
YouTube video by PBS
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March 30, 2025 at 4:58 PM
This is my home! Featured on the PBS! 🇻🇮
It is nice to see my island in specific, and the region in general, not only represented, but also celebrated, on an international stage. 🌴
#landback
youtu.be/kpX6dpC5MQg?...
It is nice to see my island in specific, and the region in general, not only represented, but also celebrated, on an international stage. 🌴
#landback
youtu.be/kpX6dpC5MQg?...
So, you don't want to pitch? ⚾
Then, let's have a conversation. 💁🏾
In the comments, tell me why you, fellow introverted CEO, don't want to pitch your company to investors or customers.
Then, tell me what you are going to do instead to reach your goal.
youtube.com/shorts/vLWGY...
Then, let's have a conversation. 💁🏾
In the comments, tell me why you, fellow introverted CEO, don't want to pitch your company to investors or customers.
Then, tell me what you are going to do instead to reach your goal.
youtube.com/shorts/vLWGY...
So you don't want to pitch? What are you going to do instead? | with Mahlena-Rae Johnson
YouTube video by Mahlena Speaks
youtube.com
March 13, 2025 at 7:50 PM
So, you don't want to pitch? ⚾
Then, let's have a conversation. 💁🏾
In the comments, tell me why you, fellow introverted CEO, don't want to pitch your company to investors or customers.
Then, tell me what you are going to do instead to reach your goal.
youtube.com/shorts/vLWGY...
Then, let's have a conversation. 💁🏾
In the comments, tell me why you, fellow introverted CEO, don't want to pitch your company to investors or customers.
Then, tell me what you are going to do instead to reach your goal.
youtube.com/shorts/vLWGY...
What is your Speaking Flaw?
Watch this video to find out mine. 💁🏾
(Psst. My eyes dart around when I tell an exciting story. 👀 )
Tell me your speaking flaw in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
youtube.com/shorts/PtDxt...
Watch this video to find out mine. 💁🏾
(Psst. My eyes dart around when I tell an exciting story. 👀 )
Tell me your speaking flaw in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
youtube.com/shorts/PtDxt...
What is your Speaking Flaw? Here is mine. | Mahlena-Rae Johnson, Professor X for edtech CEOs.
YouTube video by Mahlena Speaks
youtube.com
March 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
What is your Speaking Flaw?
Watch this video to find out mine. 💁🏾
(Psst. My eyes dart around when I tell an exciting story. 👀 )
Tell me your speaking flaw in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
youtube.com/shorts/PtDxt...
Watch this video to find out mine. 💁🏾
(Psst. My eyes dart around when I tell an exciting story. 👀 )
Tell me your speaking flaw in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
youtube.com/shorts/PtDxt...
Do you get nervous when you have to give a pitch?
When I get nervous, you know what calms me down?
Watching Abbott Elementary.
It will calm you down, too.
Hello.
My name is Mahlena-Rae Johnson, and this is How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch.
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
When I get nervous, you know what calms me down?
Watching Abbott Elementary.
It will calm you down, too.
Hello.
My name is Mahlena-Rae Johnson, and this is How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch.
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch by Mahlena-Rae Johnson. Full Presentation.
YouTube video by Mahlena Speaks
youtu.be
March 5, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Do you get nervous when you have to give a pitch?
When I get nervous, you know what calms me down?
Watching Abbott Elementary.
It will calm you down, too.
Hello.
My name is Mahlena-Rae Johnson, and this is How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch.
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
When I get nervous, you know what calms me down?
Watching Abbott Elementary.
It will calm you down, too.
Hello.
My name is Mahlena-Rae Johnson, and this is How Abbott Elementary Would Write a Startup Pitch.
youtu.be/_mx2p0xI-QY?...
"Why don't you wear a suit?"
🤨
A butterfly does not need to respond to a caterpillar's question. 🦋
Because the caterpillar cannot comprehend butterfly problems.
And because the caterpillar is irrelevant. 🐛
What is your butterfly problem that a caterpillar could not begin to understand?
🤨
A butterfly does not need to respond to a caterpillar's question. 🦋
Because the caterpillar cannot comprehend butterfly problems.
And because the caterpillar is irrelevant. 🐛
What is your butterfly problem that a caterpillar could not begin to understand?
March 1, 2025 at 1:04 PM
"Why don't you wear a suit?"
🤨
A butterfly does not need to respond to a caterpillar's question. 🦋
Because the caterpillar cannot comprehend butterfly problems.
And because the caterpillar is irrelevant. 🐛
What is your butterfly problem that a caterpillar could not begin to understand?
🤨
A butterfly does not need to respond to a caterpillar's question. 🦋
Because the caterpillar cannot comprehend butterfly problems.
And because the caterpillar is irrelevant. 🐛
What is your butterfly problem that a caterpillar could not begin to understand?
Reposted by Mahlena-Rae Johnson
Now more than ever.
February 7, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Now more than ever.
Reposted by Mahlena-Rae Johnson
Canadians used to joke that we were a mouse beside an elephant. Then comparisons got darker - living above a meth lab.
Now we understand we live next to a gangster regime.
But Canadians won't bend.
The resistance is coming from ordinary folk.
Please read and share.
open.substack.com/pub/charliea...
Now we understand we live next to a gangster regime.
But Canadians won't bend.
The resistance is coming from ordinary folk.
Please read and share.
open.substack.com/pub/charliea...
FROM THIS MOMENT EVERYTHING CHANGES
How Ordinary Canadians Are Leading The Resistance Against Trump's America
open.substack.com
February 5, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Canadians used to joke that we were a mouse beside an elephant. Then comparisons got darker - living above a meth lab.
Now we understand we live next to a gangster regime.
But Canadians won't bend.
The resistance is coming from ordinary folk.
Please read and share.
open.substack.com/pub/charliea...
Now we understand we live next to a gangster regime.
But Canadians won't bend.
The resistance is coming from ordinary folk.
Please read and share.
open.substack.com/pub/charliea...
What kind of ketchup do you prefer? 🍅
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
French's is fine.
youtu.be/oYUI4hu950w?...
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
French's is fine.
youtu.be/oYUI4hu950w?...
There's only one winner in a trade war... | This Hour Has 22 Minutes
YouTube video by 22 Minutes
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February 5, 2025 at 4:34 PM
What kind of ketchup do you prefer? 🍅
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
French's is fine.
youtu.be/oYUI4hu950w?...
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
French's is fine.
youtu.be/oYUI4hu950w?...
What lesson do you need to learn today? 💭
Watch this video to find out my lesson.
Tell me your lesson in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
#bekindrewind
Watch this video to find out my lesson.
Tell me your lesson in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
#bekindrewind
January 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
What lesson do you need to learn today? 💭
Watch this video to find out my lesson.
Tell me your lesson in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
#bekindrewind
Watch this video to find out my lesson.
Tell me your lesson in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
#bekindrewind
What part of you do you need to bring to your business today?
Watch the video below to find out my part of me.
Then, tell me your part of you in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
Watch the video below to find out my part of me.
Then, tell me your part of you in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
January 9, 2025 at 7:26 PM
What part of you do you need to bring to your business today?
Watch the video below to find out my part of me.
Then, tell me your part of you in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
Watch the video below to find out my part of me.
Then, tell me your part of you in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for watching. 🙂
My word for 2025 is Genius. 💡
This book is why.
What is your word for 2025, and why?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🐠
#newyearsameme
This book is why.
What is your word for 2025, and why?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🐠
#newyearsameme
January 7, 2025 at 10:51 PM
My word for 2025 is Genius. 💡
This book is why.
What is your word for 2025, and why?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🐠
#newyearsameme
This book is why.
What is your word for 2025, and why?
Tell me in the comments. ⤵️
Thanks for reading. 🐠
#newyearsameme
Are you an introverted leader who needs to get out of your own way? 🤔
Then this is for you:
The Mahlena-Rae Johnson Starter Pack. 📚
Five books to get you on the path to Mahlena's Guide to Life. 👣
shepherd.com/best-books/i...
Then this is for you:
The Mahlena-Rae Johnson Starter Pack. 📚
Five books to get you on the path to Mahlena's Guide to Life. 👣
shepherd.com/best-books/i...
The best books for introverted leaders who need to get out of their own way
Mahlena-Rae Johnson shares the 5 best books on books for introverted leaders who need to get out of their own way. Have you read Digital Persuasion?
shepherd.com
December 23, 2024 at 2:51 AM
Are you an introverted leader who needs to get out of your own way? 🤔
Then this is for you:
The Mahlena-Rae Johnson Starter Pack. 📚
Five books to get you on the path to Mahlena's Guide to Life. 👣
shepherd.com/best-books/i...
Then this is for you:
The Mahlena-Rae Johnson Starter Pack. 📚
Five books to get you on the path to Mahlena's Guide to Life. 👣
shepherd.com/best-books/i...
What do you want?
What is stopping you?
Answer those two questions in the comments. ⬇️
Thank you. 🙂
What is stopping you?
Answer those two questions in the comments. ⬇️
Thank you. 🙂
December 12, 2024 at 8:04 PM
What do you want?
What is stopping you?
Answer those two questions in the comments. ⬇️
Thank you. 🙂
What is stopping you?
Answer those two questions in the comments. ⬇️
Thank you. 🙂