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Build Your Team

21 Team Building Activities to Build Genuine Connections

The most effective team building strategies are designed to build connections that last. Here are 12 activities to try.

Personal Development

15 Self-Help Books to Transform Your Life in 2025

Whether you're looking to boost your confidence, improve your relationships, or find your purpose, there's a self help book on this list for you!

Coaching

6 Things You Should Know About Online Business Coaching

Discover how an online business coach can help take your business to the next level. Here are 6 things you should know.

Speaking Resources

What is Public Speaking? 5 Things You Should Know

Ready to learn more about public speaking? Here are 5 things you should know about this important communication skill.

Build Your Personal Brand

7 Things You Should Know About Stylish Business Casual Outfits

Discover the key to mastering business casual outfits with our ultimate guide, offering tips and trends for every professional's wardrobe.

Coaching

How Business Coaches Can Empower Entrepreneurs and CEOs

Learn the role of business coaches, their impact on success, and how to choose the best coach for you!

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How to get a speaking gig with a Fortune 500 company

The average speaking fee for corporate clients ranges from $5000-$50,000. Learn how to get a speaking gig with a Fortune 500 company.

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How Much to Charge for Speaking?

How much should you charge for professional speaking gigs? Learn how much you can make as a public speaker.

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How to go from Speaking for Free to Getting Paid to Speak

How can I stop speaking for free and get paid to speak? Where to find paid speaking gigs, how much to charge, and more tips inside!

Navigate the Speaking Industry

5 things you should know about speakers bureaus

Speakers often think they need a speakers bureau in order to get booked and paid to speak. Here's why that's not always the case.

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How the SPEAK Framework Helped Me Build A 7-Figure Speaking Career

Whether you want to speak full time or on the side, understanding how to scale as your success increases will help you build a sustainable revenue engine without getting overwhelmed or burned out.

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Master the Art of Speaking

How to Start a Speech That Captivates Your Audience

Learn how to start a speech in a way that grabs the attention of your audience and keeps them engaged from the first word.

Speaking Resources

How to Use Attention-Grabbers to Engage Your Audience (With Examples)

Learn how to use powerful attention grabbers to captivate your audience and hold their attention throughout your speech.

Speaking Tips

Hand Gestures 101: What They Mean and How to Use Them Effectively

Discover the meanings behind common hand gestures and how they vary across cultures in order to become a better communicator.

Master the Art of Speaking

How to Prepare For a Speech: 7 Practical Tips

Preparing for a speech goes beyond mastering your content - it combines physical and mental preparation to ensure you’re at your best when you take the stage.

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How to Use Hand Gestures to Improve Communication

Discover how hand gestures can improve your communication skills and connect with others more effectively.

Master the Art of Speaking

16 Practical Tips To Improve Your Public Speaking Skills

Developing effective public speaking skills is a journey that requires dedication, practice, and continuous improvement. Here are 16 practical tips to help improve your public speaking skills.

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