If you’re speaking internationally, you want to be sure you charge enough to cover the additional travel time and personal “wear and tear” on your mind and body. I’ve delivered speeches all over the world and enjoyed it, but it’s physically and emotionally taxing and you need to be compensated for it. Be sure your...
Whether you’re going on stage, TV or signing autographs after a speech, you MUST be camera-ready. The speaking business (at the highest level) is conducted in front of thousands, if not tens of thousands or millions of people through various mediums. The public, your fans and your audience expect and deserve to see you at...
As your fame and credibility grow as a speaker, you’re going to be asked to do national and international television interviews. Unless you’re based in NYC, you’ll be doing most of your interviews via satellite from a remote studio up linked to NYC or other major cities. Being interviewed via satellite is more difficult for...
I’m searching for my next professional speaker apprentice. The market for professional speakers on mental toughness training is EXPLODING, and I’m looking for a handful of ambitious speakers ready to help us meet the demand. Watch this short video for details, and then register for the 35-minute Professional Speaker Apprentice Webinar. Deadline to apply for...
Professional speeches at the highest fee level are sold through speaking skill and subject credibility. Jack Welch speaks on leadership; his credibility comes from leading General Electric. Tony Robbins speaks on changing peoples lives, and he has a massive list of clients he’s helped change. Bill Gove spoke on succeeding in sales and his credibility...
If you want to make a living as a professional speaker, you must speak to groups that gather and will pay to hear your message. Many aspiring speakers waste years trying to sell a speech no one will pay for. Determine the market for your speech and create your strategy accordingly. Watch this short video...
Since 1997, I’ve sold millions of dollars in speaking, training and consulting services to multinational corporations. I’ve always targeted the largest companies because they have the largest potential. As a result, I’ve been able to build a multidimensional business model with 15 income streams a month. This is difficult to achieve working for mid-size clients....
What is the hottest speaking topic in 2013? Watch this short video to find out and I’ll look forward to your comments. YouTube [media id=122]
I’ve been lucky enough in the past 17 years to share the stage with the biggest names in the business, and this post is the first in a series of tributes to the one skill or technique that made makes them so unique. I start with the best of the best, none other than the...
After speaking professionally full time for the past 17 years, I’ve found that one there is one thing you must have to be successful. Watch this short video and see if you agree. Watch on YouTube [media id=117]