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Build Your Personal Brand

How to Take a Professional Headshot at Home

Learn how to take a professional headshot at home without all the hassle of a professional photographer.

Leadership

What is Transformational Leadership? Characteristics, History, and More

While transformational leadership may not look like the traditional model of authority, it can often be more effective in driving lasting change. Here's what you should know.

TED Talks

Breaking Down Tim Urban's TED Talk on Procrastination

Learn how Tim Urban's TED Talk on procrastination can help you become a better public speaker through this breakdown.

Leadership

What is Leadership? Definitions, Styles, Characteristics, and More

What sets the best leaders apart from mediocre ones? Today, we'll unpack everything you need to know about leaders — including dictionary definitions, leadership styles, characteristics of effective leaders, and more.

Common Speeches

How to Craft the Perfect Elevator Speech in 2024 (With Examples)

A perfect elevator speech is a powerful tool to build connections, but creating one is harder than it looks. Here are a few practical tips (and examples).

Master the Art of Speaking

How Many Words Are There In A 5-Minute Speech?

Wondering how many words you need for a 5 minute speech? Learn all of the factors that can affect the length of your speech.

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Free Download: 6 Proven Steps to Book More Paid Speaking Gigs in 2024

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One Strategy to Help You Scale Your Speaking Business from Alex Demczak

Trying to scale your speaking business? Here's some tips on how to have the mindset of scooping up gigs.

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Opportunity Alert: How to Find Conferences Seeking Dynamic Speakers

Learn how to find conferences looking for dynamic speakers like you in any industry, from Corporate to Nonprofit!

Get Started as A Paid Speaker

Understanding Speaker Fees: How to Price Your Speaking Engagements

Today we cover all the factors that go into how much to charge for speaking, including when to negotiate a higher fee or accept a lower fee.

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What's the Difference Between Warm and Cold Leads?

Here's what you should know about warm and cold leads and how to treat them accordingly.

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11 Ways to Find Paid Speaking Opportunities in Any Industry in 2024

Want to find paid speaking gigs? Here are actionable ways to find paid speaking opportunities in any industry.

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3 Ways to Use Geographical Prospecting to Get More Paid Speaking Gigs from Erick Rheam

"Just because you land a gig, it doesn't stop there. How can you parlay that into more gigs?"

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Find Out Exactly How Much You Could Make As A Paid Speaker

Use The Official Speaker Fee Calculator™ to tell you what you should charge for your next (or first) speaking gig — virtual or in-person!

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Speaking Tips

Empowering Voices: How Female Speakers Inspire Change

Discover how female speakers are revolutionizing public speaking and inspiring change across the speaking industry.

Common Speeches

How to Introduce a Speaker (With Examples)

Getting ready to introduce a speaker? Here's a few tips, strategies, and examples to help you master the art of speaker introductions.

Motivational Speaking

Crafting a Message That Inspires: 7 Tips for Giving a Motivational Speech

Here are seven tips for how to give a motivational speech that you can start applying right now.

Master the Art of Speaking

How to Write an Effective Speech Outline: A Step-by-Step Guide

Master the art of public speaking with our step-by-step guide on crafting a compelling speech outline that engages and persuades your audience.

Podcast Takeaways

How to Land on a Fee You Feel Confident With from Angie Besignano

This week, Maryalice Goldsmith and Angie Besignano are digging into how to charge your worth as a new speaker. If you need a few tips to feel more confident with your pricing, this episode is for you!

Personal Development

How to Build Confidence: Proven Strategies for Success

Discover effective strategies for CEOs and leaders on how to build confidence, enhance communication skills, and achieve success with The Speaker Lab.

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Learn How You Could Get Your First (Or Next) Paid Speaking Gig In 90 Days or Less

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