Why Speaking is the Best Second Career
Introduction The idea of switching careers after a decade or more in one field is by no means a new one. As new industries enter the arena and the economy causes others to wane, you might be thinking about it yourself. If commencing a second career in the near or distant future is on your […]
8 Objections to Starting a Speaking Business–And Why You Shouldn’t Let Them Stop you
Introduction Here at The Speaker Lab, we have taught many aspiring speakers how to launch a speaking business and scale it into a successful and sustainable brand. Streamlining the process of getting booked and paid to speak is a huge part of our mission. Many people come to us already excited about becoming motivational speakers. We […]
9 speaking industry trends to watch in 2023.
9 Speaking Industry Trends to Watch in 2023. Each new year brings new challenges and opportunities for speakers. We’re already a couple months into 2023 and things are changing fast. While the outlook for many industries might seem bleak from an economic perspective, there is a lot to get excited about and a lot to […]
The Benefits of Being a Member of a Professional Speaking Organization
Introduction Speaking can be a lonely job. As you travel solo and speak for a new audience every time, the need for community is often pressing. Community also makes a big difference to your business through networking, mentorship, education, and solidarity. What’s one stable and reliable avenue for finding these things? By joining a professional […]
How to Build an Audience as a Speaker
Introduction Every speaker needs an audience. For your message to have impact, people have to hear it. Preferably, lots of people! But when you’re just getting off the ground, it isn’t obvious how to build an audience as a speaker. How do you know who will want to hear your message? What if nobody comes […]
How to Make Effective Use of Body Language as a Speaker
Introduction No matter how well-crafted your talk is, poor body language can butcher the whole thing. We aren’t saying that to scare you, but to empower you to work on your body language alongside other speaking skills. If you haven’t yet mastered how to make effective use of body language as a speaker, today’s piece […]
How to Create Impactful Stories as a Speaker
Introduction Have you tried telling stories when you speak? The answer is probably yes, as all the greatest speakers use stories to their advantage. But do you know how to create real impact with those stories? How to tell them so that they come alive, leave your audience thinking, and contribute to the personal brand […]
How to Create Effective Speaking PowerPoint Presentations
Introduction On your path to becoming a speaker, you overcome a lot of hurdles. You find your niche, you market yourself, you land a few local gigs, and then your first big keynote. You’ve finally “made it” in your industry and you’ll be speaking to thousands at a conference. During your last check-in with the […]
7 Networking Tips for Public Speakers
Introduction Building your network is an essential strategy for growing your speaking career. If you go back to the TSL podcast and blog archives, you’ll see this topic has come up again and again. But that’s a lot of content to digest, and sometimes you just need a simple summary. In a world full of innumerable […]