I’m Marklyn T. Johnson, also known as MisterDirect—a stand-up comedian, motivational speaker, and author focused on real conversations and real change.

I created Change The Formula and the FEAR: Face Everything And Rise workshop for people who are tired of surface-level motivation and ready to confront what’s actually holding them back. My work is built on lived experience, personal accountability, and the belief that fear doesn’t disappear—you move forward by facing it.

These programs are designed to help you gain clarity, take action, and rise without pretending the process is easy.

Change the formula.

Face everything.

Rise anyway.