Synopsis
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!
Episodes
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Q&A: What Should Be Included In a Speaker Contract
14/01/2016 Duration: 27minWelcome back to The Speaker Lab! On today's show I'm here with another special Q&A episode, this time with a focus on one great question: speaking contracts.Today on The Speaker Lab our focus is on contracts in the speaking world, and all the details that go along with them. Everything from the actual details of speaking contracts to contract etiquette as well as rules to follow when communicating with potential employers.Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW Once a job is booked, what kind of contract is exchanged?How do you leave a reliable paper trail?What is a "speaking agreement" and is it different than a contract?What should be included in your contract and how much should you charge?The different types of clauses to include in your contract.How do you handle deposits and travel costs?What to do in case of a cancellation or emergency.And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESTake part in the contestGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook
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Beginning Your Speaking Career with Clay Hebert
11/01/2016 Duration: 36minOn this episode of The Speaker Lab, world-renowned speaker Clay Hebert joins the show to talk about starting your speaking career.Clay specializes in speaking to corporations, associations and conferences for entrepreneurs. He began his career speaking for free at conferences, and eventually made his way into speaking at bigger engagements and paid bookings.Today on The Speaker Lab, Clay talks about who does and who doesn't pay for speakers, how having a relationship with a fellow speaker jump-started his career, and how to get your best talk across every time. Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWWhy you need to do some unpaid speaking jobs.How relationships can change the course of your career.Why mistakes are nothing to be afraid of.When can customizing your talk actually hurt you?What themes or talking topics are people willing to pay for?How can you determine which audiences are right for your talk?The speaker who helped Clay's ca
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Q&A: How To Organize Your Talk
11/01/2016 Duration: 13minOn today's episode of The Speaker Lab, we are answering your burning questions. That's right, today's episode is another Q&A session with me, and it is all about you! Remember, your questions can be featured on future episodes of The Speaker Lab, so make sure to submit your questions at the link below.Today on The Speaker Lab, Grant answers viewer's questions about very different and exciting topics. Today's question topics range from organizational skills to speaking preparation to actual speaking subjects.Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWHow can you organize your thoughts into a talk?What is a "brain dump", and how can it help you be organized?The power of just one line or phrase, and how you can find yours.How can you create your "skeleton outline"?The importance of the "so what" and the "now what".How can you understand and define your audience?Which audiences are broad, and which are specific?And much, much more!EPISODE RE
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How to Find Your Reason for Speaking
11/01/2016 Duration: 23minIf you are considering speaking as a career, you have probably asked yourself this question: why do you want to speak? If you've been pondering this question and wondering how your speaking goals can motivate you, then this episode is tailored for you!Today on this episode of The Speaker Lab, I discuss the importance of having a direction in your speaking career and offer guidance on how to find and stay motivated, and how to begin your speaking career.Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWThe 9 big reasons to start public speaking.Why do you need to gain credibility and grow an audience?How speaking can help you sell your product.How and where can you travel as a result of your speaking career?The importance of networking in speaking.How to shape your career around your primary speaking goal/Which reasons are going to propel your speaking into a long-lasting career?And much, much more! EPISODE RESOURCESTake part in the contestGet Free
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How to Get Your Speaking Career Started
11/01/2016 Duration: 25minWelcome to episode 2 of The Speaker Lab. On today’s show I will be answering all of your burning questions about how to become a speaker and build your speaking career; in other words, it's all about you! We'll cover everything from getting a demo video to contacting potential speaking engagements.Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWHow can you submit a question for future Q&As?Do you need a demo video?What to do (and not do) on your demo videos.How do you get hired to speak at a college?The importance of knowing who to contact for which speaking job.How you can contact the people who could hire you.When should you start reaching out to possible jobs?And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESTake part in the contestGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv
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Welcome to The Speaker Lab!
11/01/2016 Duration: 15minWelcome to The Speaker Lab, a brand new podcast series brought to you by me, Grant Baldwin - the man behind How Did You Get Into That! In our very first episode, I break down what The Speaker Lab is all about, and share valuable information on when, where and how you can listen to this series.I also share my story of how I became a paid speaker, the journey that led to the creation of How Did You Get Into That, and now, The Speaker Lab.Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on the first ever episode of The Speaker Lab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWHow often to expect new episodes of The Speaker Lab.Who will be coming on the show?How can you participate in the Listener Q&A?My journey to becoming a speaker, and how it will help you.How this podcast can help you grow your speaking business.How can you join The Speaker Lab contest?What is “Get Started as a Speaker”?And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESTake part in the contestGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Spea