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Discover how 17hats, a powerful CRM for businesses, helps small business owners manage clients, contracts, invoices, and workflows—all from one easy platform. Stay organized and save time today!   Running a small business is...

As a professional speaker, your stage presence might win the crowd—but behind the scenes, running your speaking business takes just as much organization. From tracking inquiries to sending contracts and following up with event planners,...

Being a public speaker isn’t just about stepping on stage and delivering an inspiring keynote—it’s about managing a business behind the scenes. Between tracking leads, sending proposals, signing contracts, scheduling gigs,...

As a professional speaker, your one sheet is one of your most powerful marketing tools. It’s a concise and visually appealing document that showcases who you are, what you speak about, and why event planners should hire you. But how often should...

Feedback is a powerful tool that can help you refine your speaking skills, enhance your presentations, and connect more effectively with your audience. Whether you’re an experienced public speaker or just starting, collecting and incorporating...

In the competitive landscape of speaking engagements, crafting a compelling proposal is your ticket to standing out from the crowd and securing coveted opportunities. Yet, with countless proposals flooding event organizers' inboxes, how can you...

Introduction: In public speaking, the ability to captivate an audience is a valuable skill. However, for those seeking to make a lasting impact, it's not just about eloquence or charisma—it's about addressing the real problems that...

Post-conference follow-up is crucial in solidifying connections made during the event and unlocking potential future business opportunities. Here are some effective strategies to ensure meaningful follow-up:   Personalized Email: Send a...

In the dynamic world of public speaking, where first impressions are everything, a well-crafted landing page has become an indispensable tool for speakers looking to make a mark in the digital age. As audiences increasingly turn to the internet to...

You might feel overwhelmed and lost when building your speaking business, but I am here to tell you there is a way to do it without feeling like drowning. Full disclaimer: I am not a professional or any speaker. I have worked with public speakers over...