What separates a speaker with talent from one who gets booked consistently?

Learn how to overcome the fear of public speaking—it often begins with preparation, coaching, and a clear understanding of your "why." Discover why treating your speaking career as a serious business from the start is essential—complete with a strong brand, website, and video testimonials. Uncover the secrets to building a sustainable career by monetizing your thought leadership, continuously updating your brand, and treating your work as a portfolio of evolving expertise.

Understand why great speakers prioritize creating valuable, substantial content over self-promotion—driven by curiosity and a desire to truly engage their audience. Becoming a keynote speaker takes more than talent; it demands domain authority, consistent learning, and a deep commitment to the craft. Master the art and science of professional speaking—it requires refinement, innovation, and relentless effort at every stage of your journey.

Celebrated Speaker Agent, Antoniette Roze, and Professional Speaker, Mitch Joel, share his journey from being terrified of public speaking to becoming a successful speaker and thought leader. He discusses the importance of treating speaking as a serious business, the transition from digital marketing to public speaking, and how he monetized his thought leadership. Mitch emphasizes the role of curiosity in his work and the need for speakers to have substantial content to share. He also reflects on the evolution of his career and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in a rapidly changing world.

In this conversation, Mitch Joel and Antoniette Roze delve into the complexities of becoming a professional speaker, emphasizing that it requires more than just talent—it demands hard work, preparation, and a deep understanding of the craft. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding public speaking, the importance of building a personal brand, and the necessity of continuous learning and adaptation in the industry. The conversation also touches on the pressures faced at different stages of a speaking career and innovative approaches to thought leadership.

Discover how to monetize your expertise, build a rock-solid brand, and fuel your speaking journey with purpose, curiosity, and consistency.

Ready to turn your talent into a thriving speaking business? Tune in now and start building a lasting career—because talent is only the beginning!

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Connect with our guest, Mitch Joel at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchjoel/

https://www.mitchjoel.com/

Want to charge more for your speaking gigs without losing your authenticity?

Discover how a powerful speaking journey often begins with overcoming a challenging upbringing and choosing impact over income.  Learn how creative strategies and smart marketplace positioning can help you maximize your speaking fees while standing out authentically.  Understand that outreach isn’t optional—it's essential for building relationships with event organizers and growing your presence.

Master the art of developing your own tribe and monetizing it to gain long-term independence and influence.  While a great speech is important, your marketing—and your ability to use different formats for different income levels—makes all the difference.  Above all, be bold, be unique, and think for yourself—because your voice is your superpower.

Celebrated Speaker Agent, Antoniette Roze, and Professional Speaker, Chris Widener shares his remarkable journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a renowned motivational speaker and author.  He emphasizes the importance of impact over income, creative strategies for maximizing speaking fees, and the necessity of outreach for building a speaking career.  Chris also discusses the significance of positioning oneself in the marketplace and offers insights into empowering speakers through training and resources.

Ready to rise above the noise and claim your impact on the stage?  Tune in now to unpack the real keys to a thriving, successful speaking career!

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Connect with our guest, Chris Widener  at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswidener/

https://chriswidener.com/

What does it really take to build a fulfilling speaking career while maintaining a balanced life?

Learn how writing down your goals daily sharpens your focus and signals your subconscious to help you achieve them.  Discover how adversity often reveals a deeper purpose, while unexpected life lessons remind us to be intentional with our time and priorities.  Understand the importance of scheduling family time and personal holidays first—true work-life balance fuels both productivity and fulfillment.

Master the art of simplifying your business approach and delegating effectively to achieve better outcomes with less burnout.  Uncover how kindness and asking the right questions can open doors to powerful relationships and unexpected opportunities.  As you grow, let your goals evolve, invest in experiences and education that align with your purpose, and never stop believing in what’s possible.

Celebrated Speaker Agent, Antoniette Roze, and Professional Speaker, Doug Bennett, shares his journey from financial planner to lifestyle designer.  He emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals, the power of kindness, and the necessity of seizing opportunities in life.  Doug recounts personal experiences that shaped his philosophy, including overcoming adversity and the realization that life is fleeting.  He advocates for simplicity in achieving goals and stresses the importance of family and relationships in the entrepreneurial journey.  Doug emphasizes the importance of intentional living, prioritizing family time, and creating a work-life balance.  He shares insights on building a speaking career, the significance of setting daily goals, and introduces his concept of the 'Work Optional Lifestyle Financial Plan.' Dough reveals the power of asking the right questions to uncover solutions and the necessity of investing in personal development to achieve success.

Tune in now to learn how to simplify your business, prioritize relationships, and embrace the intentionality that drives long-term fulfillment.  Don't miss out on these game-changing tips to design your lifestyle, strengthen your speaking career, and create that SpeakerLife balance you’ve been striving for!

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Connect with our guest, Doug Bennett at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidancrawford/

https://shortcircuitmedia.com/

Are you leaving money on the table at every speaking gig? 

Discover why professional speaking is a powerful tool for growth—but it can also be stressful if not treated as a serious business.  Learn powerful tools to help speakers capture leads, build email lists, and generate more business from every engagement.  Success in this industry requires consistent outreach, strong branding, and a willingness to invest time, effort, and even a speaking fee into your website or demo reel.

Mastering the art of speaking and the business side—like networking, hiring support, and managing burnout—is key to long-term sustainability.  Uncover why event planners often rely on long-form video content to assess quality—making high-quality materials non-negotiable.  Ultimately, you can’t expect results without putting in the work. But with the right strategy and support, your words can truly change lives.

Celebrated Speaker Agent, Antoniette Roze, and Professional Speaker, Arel Moodie, shares his journey in the speaking industry, the challenges speakers face, and how his powerful tool was created to help speakers turn each engagement into more opportunities.  Arel emphasizes the importance of treating speaking as a business, leveraging technology to capture leads, and the impact of speaking on personal and professional growth.  He also touches on the future vision for Talka.Dot and his speaking career.  Arel discusses the intricacies of building a successful speaking career.  He explores the importance of outreach, investment in personal branding, and the necessity of consistent effort in securing speaking engagements.  Arel shares insights from his curious journey in the speaking industry, emphasizing the need for speakers to adapt to market demands and invest in quality materials.  He also highlights practical strategies for speakers to enhance their visibility and effectiveness in the industry.

From turning one engagement into many, to building systems that capture leads while you’re on stage—this is the behind-the-scenes truth that most speakers never hear.

Ready to unlock the power of your own voice and build the life you truly desire? Tune in now and unlock the tools, mindset, and strategy to elevate your speaking business from booked to bankable!

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Connect with our guest, Arel Moodie at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/arelmoodie/

https://www.adultdevelopmenttheory.com/

https://www.talkadot.com/ 

What’s the #1 mistake emerging speakers make? Hint: It’s NOT just about having a great talk!

Learn why defining your brand and personal story is essential for success in speaking, helping you stand out in a competitive market.  Understand that knowing your audience and their needs ensures your message is clear, impactful, and accessible.  Uncover the secrets of niche marketing, mentorship, and treating speaking as a business—key factors in building a sustainable career.  Overcoming personal challenges, like dyslexia, and leveraging childhood experiences can shape your communication skills and speaker journey.  Your signature talks should be adaptable to different audiences, and continuous engagement after your talk can lead to more bookings.  Patience, passion, and strategic personal branding will position you for long-term growth and visibility in the speaking industry.

Celebrated Speaker Agent, Antoniette Roze, and Leadership Keynote Speaker, Lauren Clemett, shares her journey from a young girl in New Zealand to a sought-after speaker and brand expert. She discusses her early experiences with communication, overcoming dyslexia, and the importance of mentorship. Lauren emphasizes the significance of defining one's brand and niche in the speaking industry, treating speaking as a business, and the need for clarity and direction in messaging. Lauren reveals the nuances of becoming a successful speaker. She emphasizes the importance of signature talks, understanding audience needs, and maximizing engagement to secure bookings. Lauren shares key traits that emerging speakers should cultivate, including passion, patience, and purpose. She also explains why it is important to explore personal branding and awards to enhance a speaker's profile, along with empowering emerging speakers to embrace their unique gifts and talents.

Don’t let your message get lost in the crowd. Tune in now and take your speaking career to the next level!

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Connect with our guest, Lauren Clemett Lederman at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenclemett/

https://yourbrandtruenorth.com/

Struggling to turn your speaking passion into CONSISTENT profits?  Discover the hidden revenue streams every speaker should know!

Discover why confidence and connection go hand in hand—knowing your audience and making meaningful connections fuel your likeability and impact. 

• Learn how, beyond speaking fees, speakers can generate revenue through training programs, books, and embedding themselves in organizations for lasting opportunities.  
• Understand why passion and energy are contagious, and when paired with consistency and engagement—whether through social media or podcasts—they can amplify your reach.

Celebrated Speaker Agent, Antoniette Roze, and Leadership Speaker, Michelle Tillis Lederman, reveal how to master the art of leveraging pro bono opportunities strategically, as they can serve as valuable assets that build credibility and open doors to paid engagements.  

When elevating your speaking career, gain insights into:

• Simplifying your approach
• Setting clear priorities, and
• Focusing on one actionable step at a time.  

Uncover why leadership in speaking isn't just about skill—understanding what excites your audience and aligning with the right opportunities ensures long-term success.

Michelle shares her journey from a finance career to becoming a renowned speaker and author focused on communication and likability.  She emphasizes the importance of understanding your audience, building relationships, and leveraging experiences to enhance your speaking career.  

Michelle reveals the power of books as a branding tool and the significance of likability in leadership.  She also highlights the value of finding passion in your work and how clarity can build confidence in your speaking endeavors.  

Discover:

• The multifaceted nature of a speaking career
• The importance of diverse revenue streams
•  Keys to audience engagement, and
•  The strategic use of content creation through platforms like podcasts. 
•  How elite speakers build sustainable prosperity
•  Insights into more deeply, connecting with audiences, and 
•  Designing a successful speaking career path while delivering transformation and sharing valuable insights.

Ready to Unlock Hidden Speaker Revenue Streams?  Tune in now and take the first step towards a consistently high-profit speaking empire!

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Connect with our guest, Michelle Tillis Lederman  at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/communicationexpertspeaker/ 

https://michelletillislederman.com/ 

Want to inspire others with your story? Here’s what most speakers overlook.

Learn the importance of investing in your health consistently to ensure you have the strength to face challenges when they arise. Discover why taking ownership of your journey and choices is essential for personal and professional growth. Hope fuels action, but your mindset determines whether you move forward or stay stuck. Master the idea that every challenge is an opportunity for self-discovery, pushing you to trust your abilities. Gain the knowledge that personal growth is an ongoing journey requiring commitment and decisive action. Uncover the secrets of how sharing your story not only reinforces your own growth but also inspires others to overcome their struggles.

Celebrated speaker agent Antoniette Roze and Best-Selling Author, Merrill Hodge, share his inspiring journey from NFL player to motivational speaker, emphasizing the importance of health, ownership, and hope. He discusses overcoming significant health challenges and how these experiences shaped his philosophy of 'finding a way.' Hodge encourages listeners to take responsibility for their lives, invest in themselves, and inspire others through their journeys.

Ready to take your speaking career to the next level? Don’t wait until challenges force you to act—invest in your health, mindset, and personal growth. Tune in now!

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Connect with our guest, Merril Hoge at:

https://merrilhoge.com/

Struggling to get booked as a speaker? Discover the secret to building visibility and attracting paid opportunities!

Discover how visibility and authority come from stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing your journey, and asking, 'Why not me?'  Understand that networking is about building genuine relationships, and paid groups often lead to better connections that create valuable speaking opportunities.  Learn that self-belief and resilience are essential for success, as inner chatter can hinder progress—but every 'no' makes room for new opportunities.

Gain confidence in charging fees through experience, and ensure consistency even during breaks by establishing solid business processes.  Uncover how understanding your audience and being intentional in pursuing opportunities are key to effective speaking and long-term recognition.  Master the art of speaking—continuous improvement, persistence, and embracing the beginner mindset drive lasting success.

Your SPEAKPact host, Antoniette Roze, speaks with Marta Spirk, a Brazilian singer, resilience expert, and visibility strategist, shares her inspiring journey from Brazil to the TEDx stage, discussing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way.  She delves into the importance of building visibility, networking effectively, and cultivating the right mindset for success.  Marta emphasizes the significance of self-belief, the power of intentionality, and the need for consistency in pursuing opportunities.  She encourages listeners to embrace their unique journeys and ask themselves, "Why not me?" as they strive for recognition and success in their respective fields.  Marta also explores the journey of personal and professional growth, highlighting the importance of asking the right questions, building business processes, and understanding one's value proposition.  She discusses the significance of gaining confidence in charging fees, the necessity of finding the right audience, and the value of speaking as a means to establish authority.  Additionally, she shares her insights on embracing the beginner's mindset and the continuous journey of improvement, encouraging listeners to take risks and remain open to learning.

Ready to step into the spotlight and own your speaking journey?  Don't miss this powerful episode that reveals the secrets to building authority, making meaningful connections, and confidently charging your worth as a speaker.  Tune in now!

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Connect with our guest,  Marta Spirk at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marta-spirk/

https://www.martaspirk.com/keynoteconcerts

Are you struggling to find your unique voice as a speaker?  Here's how to refine it for maximum impact!

Discover the importance of finding your voice as a speaker—it’s a journey of trial and error, but persistence and action will help you refine your message and maximize your impact.  Learn how pricing your services strategically not only reflects your value but also influences how others perceive your expertise, making the psychology of pricing a powerful tool.  Understand that LinkedIn is essential for building a personal brand, attracting opportunities, and leveraging social proof to establish credibility in the speaking industry.

Uncover the power of community, collaboration, and relationship-building—key elements for long-term success as a speaker.  Sales isn’t just about selling; it’s about solving problems and serving others.  Gain insight into how massive action, consistency, and adaptability—especially in times of change—will set you apart.  Invest in yourself, embrace technology, and never let fear hold you back.

Your SPEAKPact host, Antoniette Roze, speaks with Larry Long Jr. as he shares his inspiring journey from corporate employee to sought-after speaker and entrepreneur.  Larry discusses the importance of finding one's voice, the psychology of pricing, and how leveraging platforms like LinkedIn can lead to success.  He highlights the value of community, collaboration, and taking action to turn dreams into reality.

Additionally, he explores the essential elements of personal branding, the persistence required in the speaking industry, and innovative ways to connect with audiences.  Larry also delves into leveraging technology, investing in oneself, and building trust through social proof.  Emphasizing the significance of overcoming fear and taking action, he encourages aspiring speakers to embrace their journey and make their mark in the industry.

Ready to level up your speaking career?  Tune in now and transform your speaking journey!

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Connect with our guest, Larry Long Jr.  at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/longjr7/ 

https://larrylongjr.com/ 

Struggling to Sell Your Speaking Services? Learn Why Selling Is More About Conversations Than Closing Deals!

Discover why mastering the skill of selling is essential for speakers, as sales should be viewed as a collaborative conversation focused on the audience’s desired outcomes. Uncover the importance of pre-framing a talk and planting seeds of curiosity to set the stage for engagement, making it easier to recognize and respond to buying signals. Gain insights into how invitations to connect—framed as clear and specific questions—are more effective than assumptions and can transform business interactions.

Learn how managing your internal state and shaping your internal dialogue are key to effective communication, ensuring confidence and clarity in your message. Finally, master the essence of engagement—not as a forced yes-or-no decision, but as a space for dialogue where asking for permission and extending invitations lead to stronger connections and better sales outcomes.

Your SPEAKPact host, Antoniette Roze, sits down with Nikki Rausch to explore the art of selling, particularly for speakers. Nikki delves into her journey in sales, effective strategies for engaging audiences, the importance of understanding buying signals, and the shift from traditional selling to serving. She emphasizes the significance of asking for permission and inviting potential clients into conversations rather than making assumptions. Nikki shares valuable insights for speakers looking to enhance their sales skills and connect with their audience more effectively.

She highlights the power of invitations in communication, particularly in sales and public speaking, and discusses how framing conversations around the audience's needs—rather than one's own—can lead to more meaningful engagement. Nikki also explores the importance of managing one's internal state before speaking engagements and shares strategies to overcome procrastination and hesitation. She concludes by emphasizing the transformative power of asking and inviting others to collaborate or engage, demonstrating how invitations can strengthen business relationships.

Want to Get Booked More as a Speaker? Stop struggling with sales and start having powerful conversations that lead to real opportunities!

Don't miss these must-know strategies! Watch now and start transforming your sales approach into meaningful connections that actually lead to bookings!

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Connect with our guest, Nikki Rausch at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerausch/

https://yoursalesmaven.com/