Speakers are feeling fearful right now, and to help ease that we're talking about how to thrive in a crisis. Joining us to talk about this unique time is Erick Rheam, our Director of Student Success at The Speaker Lab and also a well-respected speaker in his own right. On this episode of The Speaker Lab, we're going to help you deal with the COVID-19 crisis and future challenges you may face in the speaking industry. Erick lays out four points to mitigating the impact of any crisis as he learned during his time in the armed forces. 1. Secure the perimeter <ul> <li>Ensure you and your family are safe.</li> <li>Engage in medical professionals and local authorities' recommended guidelines.</li> <li>Ensure you are following proper protocol for safe social distancing.</li> <li>Take stock of your finances.</li> <li>Finalize potential gigs.</li> <li>Continue reaching out for future gigs.</li> </ul> 2. Evaluate your business. Now is the time to evaluate, learn, think and pause. Ask yourself questions like: <ul> <li>How do I make money speaking?</li> <li>How will that change as a result of this crisis (and does it need to change)?</li> <li>What online courses can I promote?</li> <li>Can I work on that book I’ve wanted to write?</li> <li>What virtual training gigs can I secure?</li> </ul> 3. Gain Perspective. <ul> <li>Keep the big picture in mind.</li> <li>Try to limit your information and be careful of your sources.</li> <li>Practice gratitude.</li> <li>Opportunities will present themselves, look for them.</li> <li>Be flexible and be open to change.</li> </ul> 4. Enjoy these moments. <ul> <li>We are creating unprecedented memories now.</li> <li>Slow down, look around and take in the good.</li> <li>Be a good human: be patient and be kind.</li> <li>Journal your thoughts.</li> <li>Serve others.</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ME4_ekf8n3scoDaZtDksIFXiw6s0yVnz/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Speakers are feeling fearful right now, and to help ease that we're talking about how to thrive in a crisis. Joining us to talk about this unique time is Erick Rheam, our Director of Student Success at The Speaker Lab and also a well-respected speaker in his own right. On this episode of The Speaker Lab, we're going to help you deal with the COVID-19 crisis and future challenges you may face in the speaking industry. Erick lays out four points to mitigating the impact of any crisis as he learned during his time in the armed forces. 1. Secure the perimeter Ensure you and your family are safe. Engage in medical professionals and local authorities' recommended guidelines. Ensure you are following proper protocol for safe social distancing. Take stock of your finances. Finalize potential gigs. Continue reaching out for future gigs. 2. Evaluate your business. Now is the time to evaluate, learn, think and pause. Ask yourself questions like: How do I make money speaking? How will that change as a result of this crisis (and does it need to change)? What online courses can I promote? Can I work on that book I’ve wanted to write? What virtual training gigs can I secure? 3. Gain Perspective. Keep the big picture in mind. Try to limit your information and be careful of your sources. Practice gratitude. Opportunities will present themselves, look for them. Be flexible and be open to change. 4. Enjoy these moments. We are creating unprecedented memories now. Slow down, look around and take in the good. Be a good human: be patient and be kind. Journal your thoughts. Serve others. EPISODE RESOURCES The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

The Speaker Lab with Grant Baldwin // Public Speaking / Motivational Speaking / Entrepreneurship

281. How to Thrive In a Crisis with Erick Rheam

Our guest today, Srini Rao, runs the site and podcast called The Unmistakable Creative. He's also a prolific best-selling author and sought-after international keynote speaker. Today, he joins The Speaker Lab to talk about his speaking journey, how he pitches a broad topic like creativity to companies and how he balances the business side of being an artist. This is a far-reaching conversation, be sure to join us on episode 280 of The Speaker Lab to hear it all! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>Has his podcast helped him garner speaking gigs?</li> <li>When do bureaus approach you about working with them?</li> <li>Why does he have two emails?</li> <li>What is essential to every brand and business online?</li> <li>Where should conferences be held?</li> <li>What is one of the things he asks every potential client?</li> <li>Why he always get referrals, and you should too.</li> <li>What is an OKR and why is it one of the most effective filters he has used?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="https://unmistakablecreative.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Unmistakable Creative web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://unmistakablecreative.com/start-here/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Unmistakable Creative podcast</a></li> <li><a href="http://twitter.com/UnmistakableCEO" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Srini Rao on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1101981733/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">An Audience of One</a>, by Srini Rao</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Unmistakable-Only-Better-Than-Best/dp/1101981709" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Unmistakable</a>, by Srini Rao</li> <li><a href= "http://unmistakablecreative.com/art/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Make More Art</a>, by Srini Rao (free ebook)</li> <li><a href= "http://unmistakablecreative.com/roi" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">ROI of Creativity At Work</a>, by Srini Rao (free report)</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Revenue-Growth-Startup-Industry/dp/0984183515/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Extreme Revenue Growth</a>, by Victor Cheng</li> <li><a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/300379" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This Is Your Path to The $1,000-Per-Hour Mindset</a>, by Joshua Lee</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ME4_ekf8n3scoDaZtDksIFXiw6s0yVnz/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Our guest today, Srini Rao, runs the site and podcast called The Unmistakable Creative. He's also a prolific best-selling author and sought-after international keynote speaker. Today, he joins The Speaker Lab to talk about his speaking journey, how he pitches a broad topic like creativity to companies and how he balances the business side of being an artist. This is a far-reaching conversation, be sure to join us on episode 280 of The Speaker Lab to hear it all! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    Has his podcast helped him garner speaking gigs? When do bureaus approach you about working with them? Why does he have two emails? What is essential to every brand and business online? Where should conferences be held? What is one of the things he asks every potential client? Why he always get referrals, and you should too. What is an OKR and why is it one of the most effective filters he has used? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES The Unmistakable Creative web site The Unmistakable Creative podcast Srini Rao on Twitter An Audience of One, by Srini Rao Unmistakable, by Srini Rao Make More Art, by Srini Rao (free ebook) ROI of Creativity At Work, by Srini Rao (free report) Extreme Revenue Growth, by Victor Cheng This Is Your Path to The $1,000-Per-Hour Mindset, by Joshua Lee The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

280. The Unmistakable Creative with Srini Rao

Here to tell us how passion can fuel your speaking success, and why you don't need to climb Mount Everest or win a gold medal first, is Kindra Hall. Kindra is a successful keynote speaker who has exploded on the speaking circuit in the last few years. On today's The Speaker Lab, you'll hear how passionate Kindra is about speaking, and how you can be a great speaker even if you don't have any special skills or experiences. We cover those areas, plus a lot more on this show. So get ready to take some notes and join us for The Speaker Lab with Kindra Hall! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW: <ul> <li>What three things do you need in place to embark on your speaking career?</li> <li>Where do you start if you have no experience?</li> <li>How do you find people who want to hear your message?</li> <li>Why speaking for free was important to her early success.</li> <li>How do you know if you are meant to do this?</li> <li>What to do once you start building momentum and how to keep it going.</li> <li>Do bureaus create demand or manage it?</li> <li>What are the pros and cons of being a female speaker?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://kindrahall.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Kindra Hall's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/kindramhall" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Kindra Hall on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kindrahall" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kindra Hall on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/kindrahallfan/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kindra Hall on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://kindrahall.com/stories-that-stick/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stories That Stick</a>, by Kindra Hall</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://speakerbookbonus.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Bonuses from the book</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ME4_ekf8n3scoDaZtDksIFXiw6s0yVnz/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Here to tell us how passion can fuel your speaking success, and why you don't need to climb Mount Everest or win a gold medal first, is Kindra Hall. Kindra is a successful keynote speaker who has exploded on the speaking circuit in the last few years. On today's The Speaker Lab, you'll hear how passionate Kindra is about speaking, and how you can be a great speaker even if you don't have any special skills or experiences. We cover those areas, plus a lot more on this show. So get ready to take some notes and join us for The Speaker Lab with Kindra Hall! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW: What three things do you need in place to embark on your speaking career? Where do you start if you have no experience? How do you find people who want to hear your message? Why speaking for free was important to her early success. How do you know if you are meant to do this? What to do once you start building momentum and how to keep it going. Do bureaus create demand or manage it? What are the pros and cons of being a female speaker? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES Kindra Hall's web site Kindra Hall on Twitter Kindra Hall on Instagram Kindra Hall on Facebook Stories That Stick, by Kindra Hall The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Bonuses from the book Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

279. How Passion Can Fuel Your Speaking Success with Kindra Hall

Ever wonder how successful speakers are managing the highs and lows of speaking? Mitch Joel can tell us and he's here to do just that for today's The Speaker Lab. Mitch is a returning guest (previously on <a href= "http://thespeakerlab.com/mitch-joel/">episode 144</a>) who came back to cover everything from the value of building relationships with other speakers to managing the highs and lows of this career path to the importance of making friends with other speakers. You're going to learn all of that and more when you join us for episode 278 of The Speaker Lab! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>How do you stay ahead of your competitors?</li> <li>Why saying yes is key to being a great speaker.</li> <li>Why what you do this year does not provide any guarantees next year.</li> <li>When being good enough is okay.</li> <li>How are speakers like coffee?</li> <li>What is one question he asks himself with every speaking engagement?</li> <li>Why the audience's show and the speaker's show are two different experiences.</li> <li style="text-align: left;">And so much more! </li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li><a href="http://mitchjoel.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Mitch Joel's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sixpixels.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Six Pixels of Separation web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/mitchjoel" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Mitch Joel on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/mitch-joel/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Episode 144 of The Speaker Lab</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> </ul>

Ever wonder how successful speakers are managing the highs and lows of speaking? Mitch Joel can tell us and he's here to do just that for today's The Speaker Lab. Mitch is a returning guest (previously on episode 144) who came back to cover everything from the value of building relationships with other speakers to managing the highs and lows of this career path to the importance of making friends with other speakers. You're going to learn all of that and more when you join us for episode 278 of The Speaker Lab! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    How do you stay ahead of your competitors? Why saying yes is key to being a great speaker. Why what you do this year does not provide any guarantees next year. When being good enough is okay. How are speakers like coffee? What is one question he asks himself with every speaking engagement? Why the audience's show and the speaker's show are two different experiences. And so much more!  EPISODE RESOURCES Mitch Joel's web site Six Pixels of Separation web site Mitch Joel on Twitter The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Episode 144 of The Speaker Lab Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review 

278. Managing The Highs and Lows of Speaking with Mitch Joel

To commemorate the official launch of my book, The Successful Speaker, my friend and co-author of the book, Jeff Goins, is here! On this edition of The Speaker Lab, Jeff and I talk about the book writing process for The Successful Speaker: Five Steps For Booking Gigs, Getting Paid, and Building Your Platform. We also give you a behind the scenes look at the making of this book, how this journey began with a joke (!) and how working on this book actually helped Jeff's speaking career. Join us and you'll find out all of that and so much more on episode 277 of The Speaker Lab with Jeff Goins. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>Why did we decide to co-brand The Successful Speaker?</li> <li>How do you find the right voice for your book?</li> <li>Why writing like you speak is terrible advice.</li> <li>What types of collaborations are there between writers and authors?</li> <li>Why did Jeff want to try ghostwriting after writing 5 of his own very successful books?</li> <li>What is the one word that will tell you a book is most likely written by a ghostwriter?</li> <li>Would Jeff change anything about the book?</li> <li>Who was our secret hero of writing this book?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://speakerbookbonus.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Bonuses from the book</a></li> <li><a href="https://goinswriter.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Jeff Goins' web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/JeffGoins" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Jeff Goins on Twitter</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ME4_ekf8n3scoDaZtDksIFXiw6s0yVnz/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

To commemorate the official launch of my book, The Successful Speaker, my friend and co-author of the book, Jeff Goins, is here! On this edition of The Speaker Lab, Jeff and I talk about the book writing process for The Successful Speaker: Five Steps For Booking Gigs, Getting Paid, and Building Your Platform. We also give you a behind the scenes look at the making of this book, how this journey began with a joke (!) and how working on this book actually helped Jeff's speaking career. Join us and you'll find out all of that and so much more on episode 277 of The Speaker Lab with Jeff Goins. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    Why did we decide to co-brand The Successful Speaker? How do you find the right voice for your book? Why writing like you speak is terrible advice. What types of collaborations are there between writers and authors? Why did Jeff want to try ghostwriting after writing 5 of his own very successful books? What is the one word that will tell you a book is most likely written by a ghostwriter? Would Jeff change anything about the book? Who was our secret hero of writing this book? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Bonuses from the book Jeff Goins' web site Jeff Goins on Twitter Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

277. Writing a Book with Jeff Goins

Welcome back to The Speaker Lab for a special bonus episode! The Successful Speaker is a book I am releasing soon and as part of the launch, you're going to hear the first few chapters on today's show. Directly from the actual audiobook, you'll hear what's in this book, who I am and my story on becoming a speaker. You'll also get an overview of the successful speaker roadmap and then chapter one about choosing your audience. Join us to hear these topics and then be sure to get your own copy of The Successful Speaker!   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>What is the foundation of your speaking career?</li> <li>What will all audiences be wondering no matter who is speaking to them?</li> <li>What is the topic trifecta and how do you apply it to your business?</li> <li>Which 7 major industries have the highest demand for speakers?</li> <li>If industry comes first, what follows?</li> <li>Can you change industries later in your career?</li> <li>Knowing what to speak about begins with what?</li> <li>Why you should choose two industries, and how to move forward after you do.</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> Tweetable: <a href= "https://ctt.ac/m98j3" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer"> "Your job is to solve a problem, not deliver a speech.."</a> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ME4_ekf8n3scoDaZtDksIFXiw6s0yVnz/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Welcome back to The Speaker Lab for a special bonus episode! The Successful Speaker is a book I am releasing soon and as part of the launch, you're going to hear the first few chapters on today's show. Directly from the actual audiobook, you'll hear what's in this book, who I am and my story on becoming a speaker. You'll also get an overview of the successful speaker roadmap and then chapter one about choosing your audience. Join us to hear these topics and then be sure to get your own copy of The Successful Speaker!   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    What is the foundation of your speaking career? What will all audiences be wondering no matter who is speaking to them? What is the topic trifecta and how do you apply it to your business? Which 7 major industries have the highest demand for speakers? If industry comes first, what follows? Can you change industries later in your career? Knowing what to speak about begins with what? Why you should choose two industries, and how to move forward after you do. And so much more! Tweetable: 

277. The Successful Speaker (Bonus episode)

Virtual reality is becoming part of our lives, even part of our speaking careers. Terry Brock is our guest for today's show and he's to dig deeper into something we touched on during his first visit:  how to become a virtual speaker. On this episode of The Speaker Lab, we get into the finer details on virtual speaking and things like the technology you need, how to price yourself, the clients who hire virtual speakers, and how you can actually earn more as a virtual speaker than speaking in-person. Terry tells us those things and much more so please be sure to join us for episode 276 of The Speaker Lab!   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>Is Zoom a necessary part of a virtual speaking set up?</li> <li>How can an index card help you create a connection virtually?</li> <li>What is key to ensuring a win for both your client and for you?</li> <li>Are there industries or clients that are more receptive to virtual speaking?</li> <li>Why would people initially be reluctant to use video?</li> <li>When and why you should offer a bonus session for your clients.</li> <li>How do you set up pricing and fees for virtual speaking?</li> <li>What is the most important piece of your online set up?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul>   <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.TerryBrock.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Terry Brock's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/terrybrock" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Terry Brock on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="http://20withterry.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Get Coaching from Terry (free!)</a></li> <li><a href="http://useloom.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Loom's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://thespeakerlab.com/terry-brock/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Episode 265 with Terry Brock</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/apply" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hpjP4Qi2SSazZRvKrXWAwsEsvStlBZzY/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Virtual reality is becoming part of our lives, even part of our speaking careers. Terry Brock is our guest for today's show and he's to dig deeper into something we touched on during his first visit:  how to become a virtual speaker. On this episode of The Speaker Lab, we get into the finer details on virtual speaking and things like the technology you need, how to price yourself, the clients who hire virtual speakers, and how you can actually earn more as a virtual speaker than speaking in-person. Terry tells us those things and much more so please be sure to join us for episode 276 of The Speaker Lab!   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    Is Zoom a necessary part of a virtual speaking set up? How can an index card help you create a connection virtually? What is key to ensuring a win for both your client and for you? Are there industries or clients that are more receptive to virtual speaking? Why would people initially be reluctant to use video? When and why you should offer a bonus session for your clients. How do you set up pricing and fees for virtual speaking? What is the most important piece of your online set up? And so much more!   EPISODE RESOURCES Terry Brock's web site Terry Brock on Twitter Get Coaching from Terry (free!) Loom's web site Episode 265 with Terry Brock The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

276. How to Become a Virtual Speaker, with Terry Brock

Erick Rheam is our co-host and we are talking about the 5 step goal setting process you can use to create and achieve your goals in 2020 and beyond. On today's episode of The Speaker Lab, Erick and I walk you through each of the five steps and we also talk about how we use these personally in our speaking careers and also here within The Speaker Lab itself. Whether you're listening at the start of the year or any other time you're going to get useful and practical advice, including specific examples you can follow immediately. Join us for that and more on episode 275 of The Speaker Lab.     THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>Why are mini-retreats so important to the goal setting process?</li> <li>How to plan out where you and your business are headed.</li> <li>Do you have to wait until January 1st to set goals?</li> <li>What are habit goals and achievement goals, and how many of each do you need?</li> <li>How many primary goals should you set for your business each year?</li> <li>What is a component most people miss in their goal setting?</li> <li>How often should you read your goals and refresh them?</li> <li>Why clarification is a critical step in the 5 step goal setting process.</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://erickrheam.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Erick Rheam's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/erickrheam" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Erick Rheam on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://streaksapp.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Streaks app</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Vivid-Vision-Remarkable-Aligning-Business/dp/161961877X" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Vivid Vision</a>, by Cameron Herold</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or revie</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.loom.com/share/f500a301c1f54629813d31a4c0119bf1">Read the show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Erick Rheam is our co-host and we are talking about the 5 step goal setting process you can use to create and achieve your goals in 2020 and beyond. On today's episode of The Speaker Lab, Erick and I walk you through each of the five steps and we also talk about how we use these personally in our speaking careers and also here within The Speaker Lab itself. Whether you're listening at the start of the year or any other time you're going to get useful and practical advice, including specific examples you can follow immediately. Join us for that and more on episode 275 of The Speaker Lab.     THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    Why are mini-retreats so important to the goal setting process? How to plan out where you and your business are headed. Do you have to wait until January 1st to set goals? What are habit goals and achievement goals, and how many of each do you need? How many primary goals should you set for your business each year? What is a component most people miss in their goal setting? How often should you read your goals and refresh them? Why clarification is a critical step in the 5 step goal setting process. And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES Erick Rheam's web site Erick Rheam on Twitter Streaks app Vivid Vision, by Cameron Herold The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or revie Read the show transcripts here 

275. 5 Step Goal Setting Process with Erick Rheam

Whether you're a speaker or a writer or both, you should be asking how to find your voice. The woman with the answer is Allison Fallon and she joins us on episode 274 of The Speaker Lab. On this edition of the show, Allison and I talk about how to deal with nerves before you speak, the value of writing as a speaker and why you should create a writing habit. Be sure to check out those topics and more in this conversation with Allison Fallon on episode 274 of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>Why you should you write even if you don't think you're a writer.</li> <li>How much time should you spend writing every day in order to reap the benefits?</li> <li>What are some ways to combat nerves while you're speaking?</li> <li>What does it mean to look for the common thread?</li> <li>Should you write about an in-demand topic or something you're passionate about?</li> <li>Can you write a book that is both content-driven and story-driven?</li> <li>Does being in the right place at the right time play a role in the success of a book?</li> <li>Is it an option to not be a writer in our world today?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul>   <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://findyourvoice.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Allison Fallon's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/missallyfallon" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Allison Fallon on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D984Y7W/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Indestructible: Leveraging Your Broken Heart to Become a Force of Love & Change in The World</a>, by Allison Fallon</li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Allison Fallon on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Bread-Wine-Letter-Around-Recipes/dp/0310328179" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bread and Wine</a>, by Shauna Niequest</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Shack-Where-Tragedy-Confronts-Eternity/dp/0964729237" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Shack</a>, by William P. Young</li> <li><a href="findyourvoice.com">Find Your Voice podcast</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://www.bookedandpaidtospeak.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Booked and Paid to Speak</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.freespeakerworkshop.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p-okTSM_PVU3OInPvPQmanhqocAwcqQx/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul>

Whether you're a speaker or a writer or both, you should be asking how to find your voice. The woman with the answer is Allison Fallon and she joins us on episode 274 of The Speaker Lab. On this edition of the show, Allison and I talk about how to deal with nerves before you speak, the value of writing as a speaker and why you should create a writing habit. Be sure to check out those topics and more in this conversation with Allison Fallon on episode 274 of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    Why you should you write even if you don't think you're a writer. How much time should you spend writing every day in order to reap the benefits? What are some ways to combat nerves while you're speaking? What does it mean to look for the common thread? Should you write about an in-demand topic or something you're passionate about? Can you write a book that is both content-driven and story-driven? Does being in the right place at the right time play a role in the success of a book? Is it an option to not be a writer in our world today? And so much more!   EPISODE RESOURCES Allison Fallon's web site Allison Fallon on Twitter Indestructible: Leveraging Your Broken Heart to Become a Force of Love & Change in The World, by Allison Fallon Allison Fallon on Instagram Bread and Wine, by Shauna Niequest The Shack, by William P. Young Find Your Voice podcast The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Booked and Paid to Speak Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

274. How to Find Your Voice with Allison Fallon

A man who is an expert at selling yourself as a speaker is here for episode 273 of The Speaker Lab! Mr. Matthew Kimberley is a sales wizard and he gives us great strategies on what it takes to truly sell yourself in the speaking world. On today's show, we also talk about when and why he speaks for free and the math behind that choice. You can hear that and much more when you tune in to this edition of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>What is the best way to build trust, credibility and stature?</li> <li>Where does he live and how does that impact his business?</li> <li>Is anyone a natural born sales person?</li> <li>Why asking when you need something is too late and what to do instead.</li> <li>What are the benefits of calling someone versus emailing them?</li> <li>Should you speak on your own stage?</li> <li>What kind of response rate should you expect initially?</li> <li>Why you need to be explicit when collecting testimonials and referrals.</li> <li>And so much more! </li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://matthewkimberley.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Matthew Kimberley's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/mjkimberley" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Matthew Kimberley on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://matthewkimberley.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">5 Things You Need to Do Every Morning to Get More Clients in 60 Days</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Checklist-Manifesto-How-Things-Right/dp/0312430000" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Checklist Manifesto</a>, by Atul Gawande</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://www.bookedandpaidtospeak.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Booked and Paid to Speak</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.freespeakerworkshop.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c8nvTPg39oF67mcSNYkVYSE442Vlsc0A/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul>

A man who is an expert at selling yourself as a speaker is here for episode 273 of The Speaker Lab! Mr. Matthew Kimberley is a sales wizard and he gives us great strategies on what it takes to truly sell yourself in the speaking world. On today's show, we also talk about when and why he speaks for free and the math behind that choice. You can hear that and much more when you tune in to this edition of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    What is the best way to build trust, credibility and stature? Where does he live and how does that impact his business? Is anyone a natural born sales person? Why asking when you need something is too late and what to do instead. What are the benefits of calling someone versus emailing them? Should you speak on your own stage? What kind of response rate should you expect initially? Why you need to be explicit when collecting testimonials and referrals. And so much more!  EPISODE RESOURCES Matthew Kimberley's web site Matthew Kimberley on Twitter 5 Things You Need to Do Every Morning to Get More Clients in 60 Days The Checklist Manifesto, by Atul Gawande The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Booked and Paid to Speak Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

273. Selling Yourself as a Speaker with Matthew Kimberley

Ever consider how to turn your clients into fans - even raving fans? Our guest today, David Meerman Scott, has literally written the book on doing so and he's here to share his insights. Today on the Speaker Lab, we talk about how to turn your clients into raving fans, and how he can talk about a general topic that applies to many audiences while still standing out in the marketplace. We also discuss how he landed speaking gigs on Tony Robbins' stages, something he does frequently. Plus you'll want to stay tuned til the end when he tells one of the BEST stories! It's a nightmare for any speaker, but it's hilarious so join us to hear it on episode 272 of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>How did he book a gig on Antarctica?</li> <li>Why do Tony Robbins' speakers give away everything during their talks?</li> <li>What is news jacking and why is it so beneficial for speakers?</li> <li>Why he doesn't he read or listen to other content in the marketing niche.</li> <li>What is the first step in how to turn your clients into fans?</li> <li>Are there scientific reasons for hanging around after you give your talk?</li> <li>How can hash tags help you connect with people after a speech?</li> <li>Why does he do yoga before he speaks?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.davidmeermanscott.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">David Meerman Scott's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fanocracy.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Fanocracy,</a> by David Meerman Scott</li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/dmscott" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">David Meerman Scott on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.davidmeermanscott.com/books/the-new-rules-of-marketing-and-pr" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">New Rules of Marketing and PR</a>, by David Meerman Scott</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://www.bookedandpaidtospeak.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Booked and Paid to Speak</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.freespeakerworkshop.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K_lRm_0LkSGSmlIpq5S_-J57x3VBhSql/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul>

Ever consider how to turn your clients into fans - even raving fans? Our guest today, David Meerman Scott, has literally written the book on doing so and he's here to share his insights. Today on the Speaker Lab, we talk about how to turn your clients into raving fans, and how he can talk about a general topic that applies to many audiences while still standing out in the marketplace. We also discuss how he landed speaking gigs on Tony Robbins' stages, something he does frequently. Plus you'll want to stay tuned til the end when he tells one of the BEST stories! It's a nightmare for any speaker, but it's hilarious so join us to hear it on episode 272 of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    How did he book a gig on Antarctica? Why do Tony Robbins' speakers give away everything during their talks? What is news jacking and why is it so beneficial for speakers? Why he doesn't he read or listen to other content in the marketing niche. What is the first step in how to turn your clients into fans? Are there scientific reasons for hanging around after you give your talk? How can hash tags help you connect with people after a speech? Why does he do yoga before he speaks? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES David Meerman Scott's web site Fanocracy, by David Meerman Scott David Meerman Scott on Twitter New Rules of Marketing and PR, by David Meerman Scott The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Booked and Paid to Speak Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

272. How to Turn Your Clients Into Fans with David Meerman Scott

How to communicate in an online world is very different from in-person communication, and today's guest is an expert at both! Dr. Nick Morgan is returning to The Speaker Lab to talk about his latest book, Can You Hear Me?. The book is about how to connect with people in a virtual world including how to ensure you are getting the correct message across to your clients. We also talk about the power of emojis! This is a wide-ranging conversation I think you will really enjoy so join us for episode 271 of The Speaker Lab with Nick Morgan. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>What can you do offstage to ensure more referrals?</li> <li>How does negativity bias impact our virtual communication?</li> <li>Does using emojis give you a greater chance at having a successful email exchange?</li> <li>How should you use emojis?</li> <li>What is the hierarchy of communication in the online world?</li> <li>What are things to keep in mind when talking on the phone?</li> <li>How many years does it take to learn to have a normal conversation?</li> <li>What does consistency tell others about our trustworthiness?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li><a href="http://publicwords.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Nick Morgan's Public Words website</a></li> <li><a href="https://publicwords.com/can-you-hear-me/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Can You Hear Me?</a>, by Nick Morgan</li> <li><a href="http://www.publicwords.com/books/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Nick Morgan's other books</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/DrNickMorgan" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Nick Morgan on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://thespeakerlab.com/nick-morgan-2/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Episode 153 of The Speaker Lab</a></li> <li><a href="https://timsanders.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Tim Sanders web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.screencastify.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Screencastify</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.loom.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Loom</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://www.bookedandpaidtospeak.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Booked and Paid to Speak</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.freespeakerworkshop.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kG6PPmZ6Wc1TlTapN_FPFiwhHpKSocVb/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul>

How to communicate in an online world is very different from in-person communication, and today's guest is an expert at both! Dr. Nick Morgan is returning to The Speaker Lab to talk about his latest book, Can You Hear Me?. The book is about how to connect with people in a virtual world including how to ensure you are getting the correct message across to your clients. We also talk about the power of emojis! This is a wide-ranging conversation I think you will really enjoy so join us for episode 271 of The Speaker Lab with Nick Morgan. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    What can you do offstage to ensure more referrals? How does negativity bias impact our virtual communication? Does using emojis give you a greater chance at having a successful email exchange? How should you use emojis? What is the hierarchy of communication in the online world? What are things to keep in mind when talking on the phone? How many years does it take to learn to have a normal conversation? What does consistency tell others about our trustworthiness? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES Nick Morgan's Public Words website Can You Hear Me?, by Nick Morgan Nick Morgan's other books Nick Morgan on Twitter Episode 153 of The Speaker Lab Tim Sanders web site Screencastify Loom The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin Booked and Paid to Speak Ready for more speakers? Join our free speaker workshop Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

271. How to Communicate in an Online World with Nick Morgan

What's one thing you can do to ensure success? It's delivering results as a speaker. Mark Bowden is a phenomenal speaker who has built a thriving business doing just that in a niche market. Today on The Speaker Lab, he explains the 3 things that have moved the needle most for him, the difference between picking a topic you're interested in versus a result you can deliver and the messages you may be sending with your body language on stage. Hear his wisdom and insights on those concepts and more on episode 270 of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>When do opportunities come your way?</li> <li>How do you know if your passion is something you can be hired to speak on?</li> <li>What results can tell you about a niche in the marketplace.</li> <li>What's the fastest way to earn trust and credibility?</li> <li>Why is it important to connect with other speakers in your niche?</li> <li>What's the #1 thing speakers don't do that is hurting them?</li> <li>What is the audience's job?</li> <li>What are the optics of the stage and why do they matter?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul>   <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="https://truthplane.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Mark Bowden's web site</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/truthplane?lang=en" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mark Bowden on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rk_SMBIW1mg" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mark Bowden's Ted Talk</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE_ikS3Qv5I" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Speech breakdown of Mark's Ted Talk</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_do_schools_kill_creativity" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sir Ken Robinson's Ted Talk</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/apply" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Xup0XtpqZqnlW2MZES4wvAmlKtk5RaDx/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

What's one thing you can do to ensure success? It's delivering results as a speaker. Mark Bowden is a phenomenal speaker who has built a thriving business doing just that in a niche market. Today on The Speaker Lab, he explains the 3 things that have moved the needle most for him, the difference between picking a topic you're interested in versus a result you can deliver and the messages you may be sending with your body language on stage. Hear his wisdom and insights on those concepts and more on episode 270 of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    When do opportunities come your way? How do you know if your passion is something you can be hired to speak on? What results can tell you about a niche in the marketplace. What's the fastest way to earn trust and credibility? Why is it important to connect with other speakers in your niche? What's the #1 thing speakers don't do that is hurting them? What is the audience's job? What are the optics of the stage and why do they matter? And so much more!   EPISODE RESOURCES Mark Bowden's web site Mark Bowden on Twitter Mark Bowden's Ted Talk Speech breakdown of Mark's Ted Talk Sir Ken Robinson's Ted Talk The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

270. Delivering Results as a Speaker with Mark Bowden

For some speakers, presenting in front of an audience is only the beginning of their impact, but knowing exactly how to expand beyond the stage can be intimidating. On today's episode of The Speaker Lab, Joe Sanok is sharing some best practices for building out your audience. <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column">Joe Sanok is a keynote and TEDx speaker, business consultant, and podcaster. Joe has the #1 podcast for counselors, The Practice of the Practice Podcast.</div> </div> </div> </div> In episode 269, Joe walks us through the finer details of creating additional products your audience needs, from courses to live events.  Joe walks us through how to determine if your product is needed and how much your audience is willing to pay for it. Stay tuned for that and much more on today’s edition of The Speaker Lab!   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>How does niching down help you charge more?</li> <li>When does it work to microniche down and when does it not?</li> <li>What can you do to help your audience level up?</li> <li>When is it beneficial to be "the first" to speak on a topic?</li> <li>Can you niche down too much?</li> <li>How do you evolve your business to better serve your audience?</li> <li>What kind of strategy is needed for monetizing a smaller niche market?</li> <li>How does understanding your end-goal help you set your strategy?</li> <li>What is the best way to expand your reach?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Joe Sanok's web site</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/private-practice-resources/listen-to-the-podcast/"> Joe Sanok's podcast</a></li> <li><a href= "https://practiceofthepractice.lpages.co/podcast-launch-school/">Podcast Launch School</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/apply" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I1a2dxDE1FcSTdGjJ1nMC33BlkNrmmXv/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

For some speakers, presenting in front of an audience is only the beginning of their impact, but knowing exactly how to expand beyond the stage can be intimidating. On today's episode of The Speaker Lab, Joe Sanok is sharing some best practices for building out your audience. Joe Sanok is a keynote and TEDx speaker, business consultant, and podcaster. Joe has the #1 podcast for counselors, The Practice of the Practice Podcast. In episode 269, Joe walks us through the finer details of creating additional products your audience needs, from courses to live events.  Joe walks us through how to determine if your product is needed and how much your audience is willing to pay for it. Stay tuned for that and much more on today’s edition of The Speaker Lab!   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    How does niching down help you charge more? When does it work to microniche down and when does it not? What can you do to help your audience level up? When is it beneficial to be "the first" to speak on a topic? Can you niche down too much? How do you evolve your business to better serve your audience? What kind of strategy is needed for monetizing a smaller niche market? How does understanding your end-goal help you set your strategy? What is the best way to expand your reach? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES Joe Sanok's web site Joe Sanok's podcast Podcast Launch School The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

269. Expanding Your Influence Beyond the Stage with Joe Sanok

How writing and speaking go together may seem obvious, but there are important distinctions and here to explain what they are is Ryan Holiday. Ryan is a best-selling author of several books as well as an in-demand international speaker. On episode 268, he tells us more about how writing and speaking go together in his business, as well as his process for writing and developing a talk and how he gets into the zone before speaking to big audiences. You can hear us dig into those topics and more on this episode of The Speaker Lab.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    <ul> <li>How does he test new material?</li> <li>What similarities does he find among his diverse audiences?</li> <li>What does he try to do with each of his books?</li> <li>Does he set specific speaking intentions when he writes his books?</li> <li>When can it be difficult to get reps as a speaker?</li> <li>Can geography impact your speaking opportunities?</li> <li>How does he define stillness?</li> <li>Why is it better to speak earlier in the conference series?</li> <li>And so much more!</li> </ul> <h3>EPISODE RESOURCES</h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li><a href="http://ryanholiday.net" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Ryan Holiday's web site</a></li> <li><a href="http://dailystoic.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Daily Stoic web site</a></li> <li><a href= "https://ryanholiday.net/stillness-is-the-key-pre-order-bonuses/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stillness Is The Key</a>, by Ryan Holiday</li> <li><a href="https://ryanholiday.net/ryan-holiday-books/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ryan Holiday's other books</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/RyanHoliday" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Ryan Holiday on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Successful Speaker</a>, by Grant Baldwin</li> <li><a href="http://thespeakerlab.com/apply" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call</a></li> <li>Got questions? <a href="http://www.thespeakerlab.com/ask-grant" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send them in here</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:support@thespeakerlab.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Email me!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-lab-grant-baldwin/id1072835737?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ijfyUFg15xzayTnxgn413sZxFLO25Hsv/view?usp=sharing"> Read show transcripts here</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul>

How writing and speaking go together may seem obvious, but there are important distinctions and here to explain what they are is Ryan Holiday. Ryan is a best-selling author of several books as well as an in-demand international speaker. On episode 268, he tells us more about how writing and speaking go together in his business, as well as his process for writing and developing a talk and how he gets into the zone before speaking to big audiences. You can hear us dig into those topics and more on this episode of The Speaker Lab.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:    How does he test new material? What similarities does he find among his diverse audiences? What does he try to do with each of his books? Does he set specific speaking intentions when he writes his books? When can it be difficult to get reps as a speaker? Can geography impact your speaking opportunities? How does he define stillness? Why is it better to speak earlier in the conference series? And so much more! EPISODE RESOURCES Ryan Holiday's web site Daily Stoic web site Stillness Is The Key, by Ryan Holiday Ryan Holiday's other books Ryan Holiday on Twitter The Successful Speaker, by Grant Baldwin The Speaker Lab Elite coaching call Got questions? Send them in here Email me! Subscribe on iTunes, and leave us a rating or review Read show transcripts here 

268. How Writing and Speaking Go Together with Ryan Holiday

Grant Baldwin from The Speaker Lab podcast will be sharing speaking business tactics, tips, and strategies from his own experience, case studies, and interviewing the experts. Whether you're just getting started trying to get your first booking or you're a veteran speaker looking to build and grow your business, this is for you. Grant has built a multiple six-figure per year business as a speaker having presented to over 500,000 people in over 450 paid speaking gigs. We'll talk about speaker marketing, working with speaker bureaus and agents, building your platform, negotiating fees, social media marketing, networking, storytelling, humor, operating the business and so much more!

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