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The 3P Formula for Turning Your Speaking Business Into a Thriving Brand
Hi, speaker-friend!
Standing ovations feel great. But let’s be honest: applause doesn’t pay the bills.
If you’re serious about keynote speaking, you have to treat it like a business. That means owning your niche, packaging your expertise, and building a brand that attracts premium clients.
So let...
Mar 11, 2025
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🎤 I spoke with Brené Brown and other top speakers and here is how they built thriving keynote careers
Hi, top speaker (on the rise)!
I’ve had the chance to interview some of the world’s leading speakers and thought leaders. From Seth Godin, Brené Brown, and Brian Halligan: what truly sets them apart?
I thought I’d share a few standout lessons.
Here’s how they built their influence and transformed...
Feb 27, 2025
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📢 These proven techniques will turn your voice into an impact machine
Hello, speaker friend!
Ever wonder why some speakers command attention from the first word, while others struggle to keep their audience engaged? It’s not just about what they say, it’s about how they say it.
In our latest webinar, speaker coach Stefanie Van Moen shared insights that go way beyon...
Feb 11, 2025
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🇺🇸 Trump Hated This Sermon, But It Holds 3 Powerful Lessons for Keynote Speakers
Hello, speaker friend!Â
I keep thinking about the powerful sermon Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde delivered in front of President Trump. Regardless of where you stand politically, there is no denying the impact of her words. She did not just speak. She commanded the moment, challenged authority, and g...
Feb 04, 2025
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🚀 5 Practical Strategies to Craft the Perfect Keynote Pitch
Hello, speaker-friend!
Let’s make this the year you become the go-to expert for high-paying events. Sound good? To start attracting these opportunities, we need to focus on where it all begins: pitching your keynote!
That’s why we kicked off 2025’s first webinar with the amazing Inge Geerdens. In...
Jan 21, 2025
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🛡️How can you protect your keynote speaking work from AI, deepfakes, and copycats?
Hello, speaker-friend!
New year, new opportunities. But also—new challenges. AI isn’t slowing down, and neither are deepfakes. As the tech keeps evolving, protecting your work as a keynote speaker is becoming more crucial than ever.
That’s why we brought in legal expert Tom Heremans for our Decem...
Jan 07, 2025
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⚡Maximize Your Keynote Impact With Purpose
Hello, speaker-friend!
Theory is helpful, but hearing how others make it work? That’s where the magic happens.
Dr. Luc Colemont, an internationally known gastroenterologist and passionate advocate for colon cancer prevention, has given over 1,000 keynotes. He’s turned his speaking career into som...
Dec 10, 2024
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webinar
🤖How to use AI to land more speaking gigs and deliver better speeches
Hi there, speaker friend!
How’s your AI game these days?
If you’re rolling your eyes at yet another message about AI, don’t worry—this one’s different.
Let’s cut straight to the chase: I’m here to show you how AI can help you uncover speaking opportunities faster and more effectively than ever.
A...
by Steven Eugeen J. Piessens —
Nov 26, 2024
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👍5 Proven Strategies To Scale Your Speaking Business
Hi there, speaker friend!Â
When you're passionate about speaking and earning good money from your talks, it's tempting to pour every ounce of energy into what you're doing.
But beware – that's a fast track to burnout.
Here's the great news: just like any other business, your speaking career is sc...
by Steven Piessens —
Nov 05, 2024
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✔️Your Five-step Guide To Defining Speaking Purpose Now
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Hi there, speaker friend!Â
When I chat with speakers, I like to ask the question:
“What drives you to do what you do?”Â
The bad news is that often, they trip over their words or give some wishy-washy answer.
But the good news? With a little practice, you can nail your own purpose and deliver it...
by Steven Piessens —
Oct 22, 2024
purpose
Build a Revenue-generating Speaker Website Guide
Hello, speaker-friend!
Picture this: You give a great talk, the audience loves it, and your social media is buzzing. But weeks pass, and your calendar stays empty. Sound familiar?
Here's the truth: being great on stage doesn't always fill your schedule. The missing piece? It might be your website...
by Steven Piessens —
Oct 08, 2024
website
👉🏻Mastering Authenticity: 3 Keynote Strategies
Hi there, speaker friend!Â
I've witnessed it countless times—the most polished keynote speeches going astray.Â
Maybe that’s the catch. In striving for that impeccable delivery, these speeches sometimes lose authenticity.Â
When that happens, connecting with your audience becomes an uphill battle. ...
by Steven Piessens —
Oct 01, 2024
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