The Referable Speaker vs. The Hustle Machine
Choose the model that works for you—not the one that works you to the bone.
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Is the “NSA Way” Killing Your Business?
Why dialing more numbers and sending more emails won't build a sustainable speaking business.
The 10 Advanced Laws of Speaking for Elite Speakers
Dive into some advanced principles for established speakers who want to maximize revenue.
The 10 Basic Laws of Speaking for Newer Speakers
These “speaking laws” will help you truly understand how the speaking business works.
Permission Granted: How to Embrace the “Forbidden Fifteen” Speaker Actions
Practical tips on how to execute 15 uncomfortable actions with a little more confidence.
Permission Granted: 15 Ways to Enhance Your Speaking and Business
Break free from the unwritten rules of speaking and unleash your authenticity, effectiveness, and referability.
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
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.
Shaping Your Big Idea: A Step-by-Step Guide to Contextual Modeling
Turn your abstract ideas into clear, compelling visuals that enhance understanding, engagement, and impact.