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#521: What To Do When Everything Goes Wrong with Jake Thompson
“You have to think of it from a relational standpoint, first and foremost, before anything else. And just understand, sometimes things happen, but I never want a client to be upset about paying me. I always want them to pay me and think, man, we got way more than we paid.” We talk a lot about the benefits of being a professional speaker, but there are always challenges in any business!...
#521: What To Do When Everything Goes Wrong with Jake Thompson
“You have to think of it from a relational standpoint, first and foremost, before anything else. And just understand, sometimes things happen, but I never want a client to be upset about paying me. I always want them to pay me and think, man, we got way more than we paid.” We talk a lot about the benefits of being a professional speaker, but there are always challenges in any business!...

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#073: Travel Tips for Speakers (Part 1)
When most people think of traveling for speaking gigs they think it’s glamorous: you travel first class, visit a new city, stay in a nice hotel, etc. And sometimes it is fun and exciting –...
#072: How to Manage Your Taxes With Josh Bauerle
Do you dread taxes or worry you aren’t using the right entity for your business? Then this is the episode for you! Josh Bauerle, CPA, accountant and all-around tax wizard is here for the 72nd edition...
#071: How to Use Mobile Marketing With Greg Hickman
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the world of mobile marketing? Perhaps you’ve heard of the website System.ly and are curious about its origins and its purpose. Then Greg Hickman is the man...
#070: How to Create Your Online Course With Joseph Michael
If you’ve considered creating your own online course but never pulled the trigger because it seemed too complicated then episode 70 is just what the doctor ordered! My friend and fellow mastermind...
#069: How to Launch a Book With Elizabeth Marshall
If I told you today’s guest has had such notable clients as Michael Port and Seth Godin, would you be impressed and pay attention to what she has to say? If you said yes then get ready to tune in...
#068: How to Negotiate Speaking Fees
Many of us as speakers love what we do – so much so we’d consider doing it for free! But since we also need a roof over our heads, food in our stomachs and clothes on our back it’s important...
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