Verdict: The Truth About Paid Speaker Features in Magazines
Are These "Prestigious" Magazine Offers Worth Your Money? The Truth About Paid Placement Ads for Speakers
Andrew Davis
Bestselling author & keynote speaker. Sold a digital marketing agency. Teaching leaders how to grow their businesses & leave their legacy. Co-Author of The Referable Speaker.
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Speaker Spotlight for Sale: Are Paid Magazine Features Legit?
When a magazine offers you a spot in their "Most Influential Speakers" issue—for a fee—should you take it? Let’s investigate.
The 12-Month Blueprint for Developing a Profitable New Speech
How to Systematically Develop, Test, and Launch a New Speech Each Year Without Disrupting Your Speaking Business
Beyond the One-Hit Wonder: Why a Diverse Speech Portfolio is the Key to Long-Term Speaking Success
When you only have one main speech, you’re putting a hard ceiling on your revenue and long-term growth as a speaker.
Mastering the Speaker Rollercoaster: How to Extend the Highs and Minimize the Lows
The Speaker Life is a Rollercoaster—Let’s Smooth the Ride
The Speaker Lifestyle Paradox: The Raw Truth About Life on the Road
Living the Dream or Surviving the Hustle? The Truth About the Speaker Lifestyle
Quick Bookings, Premium Fees: Your 2025 Speaking Strategy Guide
Short lead times, tighter budgets, and higher expectations—here’s how to adapt, stand out, and make booking you a no-brainer.
The 2025 Speaker's Strategy Guide: 5 Industry Trends Driving Growth
What Every Speaker Needs to Know to Stay Ahead in the Industry
From Meh to Memorable: How to Start Your Speech Without an Agenda Slide
How to grab their attention and keep their curiosity: the art of the perfect speech opening