If you speak for a living, whether you are part time, full time or BIG time, be guided by strategies that get you the bookings. Here is what my 25 years of booking and coaching speakers have taught me. Speak on a topic you have passion for AND others need to hear. (you can't lose with topics like we
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Your handshake should not be memorable for any reason. In other words not too strong or too weak. A firm confident handshake says you are a decision maker, confident, probably competent and that you understand the importance of a good handshake.When shaking hands with another person, face the person
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People are always looking for solutions to their problems. Do you have an expertise that can help people solve their challenges and frustrations? Ask people to see what bothers them. Find out what they need to achieve their goals. First, you must have a passion for what you would like to speak on
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Be a Speaker with Intention Intention is a must for every speaker to consider before delivering your speech to any audience. If you focus your mind on what you want to say then you can be clear on your purpose and what action you want from your audience. What do you want them to achieve as a result
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Living green from the inside out is hardly a new concept. SHOP CO-OP AND BUY ORGANIC FOODS! Fewer people are aware of sustainable living from the outside. Some of the most volatile products found in nearly every household are cleaning products. In Todisco's article, "Top 10 Nontoxic, Earth Friendl
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It is natural to have some jitters before delivering a speech. I get them too.So I take some deep breaths, put a smile on my face and remember this speech is not about me, it is about my audience and what they want/need to hear from me. So here are 10 tips to reduce those nerves and be present with
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All professional speakers want to give a great talk and provide information that will benefit their audience. They also relish and appreciate receiving a standing ovation. Here are some ways to get one: Tell your audience what they need to know- so they can go out the door and take some action, to d
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Have you ever noticed that great speakers are not only about great content but also reach the hearts and souls of their audience? Are you impressing your audiences or moving them to action? "Effective financial planners do not sell you on quadrupling your money in twenty-five years; they sell you th
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