The CRM Trap: Why Fancy Tools Fail Most Speakers
Why you should stop wasting time on software you hate—and finally track your gigs like a pro.
Lead Gen
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The Professional Speaker’s Guide To CE Credits: Adding Value Without the Hustle
Here’s how to use continuing education strategically—without getting buried in paperwork before you land the gig.
The Overlooked Strategy That Can Win You More Gigs
Why Continuing Education Credits Might Be the Best Business Move You Haven’t Made Yet
The Referable Speaker vs. The Hustle Machine
Choose the model that works for you—not the one that works you to the bone.
Is the “NSA Way” Killing Your Business?
Why dialing more numbers and sending more emails won't build a sustainable speaking business.
Can This Speaker Search Tool Actually Save You 100+ Hours Per Year?
Worth It or Walk Away? The Speaker Intel Engine claims to help you connect with 1,200 leads every year. Let’s test it out!
Worth It or Walk Away: Was MarketAPeel Worth the Investment? (Our Results!)
I was optimistic (but skeptical) after plopping down $99 bucks to sign up. Maybe this would work? Maybe not?
Worth It or Walk Away: “Get In the Inbox 10,000+ Event Organizers?” Too Good to Be True?
We tested an email introduction service called MarketAPeel. Here was our experience…
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.