The Relevant Speaker Podcast

Hall of fame speaker Bruce Turkel is interviewed by Relevant Speaker intern, Andie Bennett. Bruce and Andie talk all things brand building, speaking and competitive advantage. Bruce lays it down how to prove your value, manage expectations with clients and make the best of all situations. This is a valuable conversation that you don't want to miss. Learn more about Bruce at https://bruceturkel.com/

In this episode, Ty Bennett is joined by speaking mogul, Stacey Hanke. Stacey shares insight on how to treat your speaking as a business and shares her success in what she has built. She has carved out a very successful speaking and training business by asking the right questions to keep the momentum going and continually adding value. Learn from her killer instincts and work ethic and help your own business grow. She drops some bombs on how to keep growing and succeeding. Learn more about Stacey Hanke at https://staceyhankeinc.com/

In this heartfelt episode of Relevant Speaker, host Julie Lee sits down with Debbie Engebretsen, a passionate advocate for creating supportive work environments for employees dealing with loss. Debbie, an expert in grief and bereavement in the workplace, shares insights on how companies can better understand the emotional and psychological needs of their staff during times of personal hardship. From providing resources to fostering a compassionate culture, Debbie offers practical advice for managers and HR professionals on how to create an environment where grieving employees feel seen, supported, and valued. Tune in for a powerful discussion on how businesses can bridge the gap between productivity and empathy during life's most difficult moments.

Diana Kander is a refugee, lawyer, serial entrepreneur, consultant and now keynote speaker. Self described as "scrappy", Diana explains how she sped up the learning curve on how she cracked into the speaking world. Diana's "can-do" attitude is contagious and we can all learn from her curiosity and candor. She shares great tips on how to improve your craft and be a life-long learner. Learn more about Diana at https://dianakander.com/ or follow her on Instagram @dianakander

In this engaging podcast episode, Julie Lee, the Head of Coaching at Relevant Speaker, sits down with Derek Oaks, a former Air Force fighter pilot turned corporate leadership consultant and speaker. Derek shares insights from his remarkable career, highlighting how the high-stakes environment of flying combat missions has shaped his approach to leadership and decision-making.

Derek draws parallels between the pressure of flying missions and the challenges faced in the corporate world, emphasizing how lessons from the cockpit can translate into effective leadership practices.

Derek's unique perspective offers inspiration for anyone looking to transition into the speaking industry. Find out more about Derek at https://www.derekoaks.com/

Dive into the business side of being a keynote speaker with speaking expert, David Avrin. David brings his 25+ years of knowledge into training other speakers to find success on the business side of being a speaker. How do we make this career sustainable and profitable? David and Ty dig into the nitty gritty of how to make it and keep it. Find out more about David at https://www.davidavrin.com/

How do you add more value in what you bring to the client? How do you upsell to make the most out of an event? How do you make the client your partner in making the event a win for everyone? Join me in this conversation with speaker, MC, event DJ and game show host, Rob Ferre and learn a very valuable skill to take your speaking business to the next level. Learn more about Rob at https://robferre.com/

Julie Lee, Head of Coaching, sits down for a conversation with Sean Bott, a speaker, mentalist, and friend renowned for his expertise in fostering connection and belonging through the subtle art of mentalism, empathy, and psychology.

Julie and Sean as they delve deep into the realms of human perception, exploring how understanding the nuances of empathy and psychology can transform relationships, enhance communication, and cultivate genuine connections in both personal and professional spheres. Through Sean's unique insights and real-life anecdotes, listeners will gain invaluable perspectives on harnessing the power of empathy to navigate the complexities of human interaction and foster authentic belonging in a world hungry for genuine connection.

Join Donney Salazar as he speaks with Bryan Clarke and William Grader about the system they created to help speakers funnel clients into their platform and help them achieve their goal – getting paid speaking gigs. You are only as good as the systems you have in place. Bryan and William broke down the Million Dollar Keynote Formula to create the most efficient systems to aid in the process. Great listen for speakers trying to grow their business.

Listen to Ty's conversation with Ben Ward as we discuss his movement into the speaking business. Ben explains how he has found success in a competitive business, how he has improved his craft and himself to position himself for success. Ben knows how to put in the hustle to come out on top. Find out more about Ben at benward.com