As a speaker trying to grow your business, testimonials are absolutely vital. Not only do they represent one of the best ways to market yourself as a speaker, but they also help to build your credibility and authority in your chosen niche. But how do you get them, and where are the best places to […]
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How to Dress for Speaking Success
I’ve been telling my speakers for years that first impressions count. The problem is, you’ve only got around seven seconds before audience members have made a snap judgment that is pretty hard to shake even after they get to know you better. That’s why what you wear is SO important as a speaker. Dressing for […]
How to Leverage Your Ebook into Paid Speaking Gigs
If you’ve been a long-time reader of my blog, then you’ll remember that I’ve told you before that writing an ebook is one of the easiest ways to gain yourself free publicity. And while free publicity is ALWAYS a good thing for speakers trying to grow their business, it’s not the same as paid speaking […]
Why Free Speaking is Your Fast-Track Ticket to Becoming the Highest-Earner in Your Niche
I’ve spoken before about making the transition from free to paid speaking opportunities. However, I feel like now is an excellent time to revisit the importance of free speaking in the first place. Before you turn your nose up, I understand that no one wants to work for free. That’s why you shouldn’t view it […]