There is a version of this story every meeting planner knows, and most speakers have never heard. A planner posts publicly that she needs a speaker. She is specific: contact info, program title, brief description, speaking sample link. Four things. The first response is two words: “I’m interested.” The second is several paragraphs of backstory, … Read more
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Speakers often want to know what items are negotiable and how much to charge. Not asking for what is available can be a rational concern. That said, there are lists of concessions and items to request. However, many speakers ignore the wants, needs and even fears of the busy professionals who hire us. At lunch … Read more