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They Choose Another Speaker… Now What?
Knowing who a client chooses when they don’t choose you can be incredibly helpful...
Should You Travel First Class? Yes! Here’s Why…
Flying coach can feel like a chore, but first class isn’t always affordable.
Behold, a Marketing Relic… Speaker One-Sheets!
Like the Loch Ness Monster of the speaking world… some swear by its existence and effectiveness, while others, well, not so much.
Three Myths About Earning Corporate Gigs
We all want lucrative corporate gigs… but where do we consistently find them?
The Needy Fee Matrix: Your Guide to Gigs Worth Your Wit
The Needy Fee Matrix: Your Guide to Gigs Worth Your Wit Spotting the Gigs That Make You Go, "Hmm..." Before You Say, "Oh, no!"
Increase Your Fees With a Memorable Signature Bit
Done well… a memorable signature bit can increase your fees and skyrocket your referability.
How Many “I’s” Do You Have In Your Speech?
Using the word “I” is tempting, but earning stageside leads is what really matters.
Travel Buyouts: The Pros & Cons
We're diving into the nuances of travel buyouts and all-inclusive fees for professional speakers.
Are Humble Brags Hurting Your Referability?
The moment you realize that a huge dose of humility buys you a long list of leads, the more effective you'll be - onstage and off.
Is Your Q&A Ending a Dud? (Hint: The Answer is Yes)
Event organizers place a huge amount of value on the Q&A, but do it the right way.
Why You May Need to Rethink That Story in Your Speech
Many speakers who try to dive into deep personal storytelling end up falling victim to one of the hidden phenomenons that plague stages across the land. I call it “audience disassociation.”
