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Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Vinil Ramdev — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 03:27:39 -0000

organizing your own seminars is one of the hardest things.. the best way to organize your own seminars is to first build a big enough mailing list and then promote your seminars to this mailing list.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Alex — Tue, 29 May 2012 12:31:29 -0000

How much do you use the website of the conference you're speaking at to help promote yourself?

Would it be useful if you could get your own page on the conference website where you can add your own biog, social media links etc?

Is this something you'd direct people to or do you have your own area listing all your speaking destinations?

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Dwayne Hughes — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 22:55:02 -0000

Great write up. Thanks a bunch! It was just what I needed as I begin to launch my own speaking career. Keep up the good work.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Brian Maxwell — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:03:20 -0000

Very good post! I am a speaker http://newthoughtgeneration... and I use a few of these already but you gave some very insightful information. I wish you the best of luck and I believe 2012 will be 5 times better than 2011 for you and I.

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Keynote Speaker — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:36:39 -0000

Definitely a good way to getting started.

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Notarealword — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:18:01 -0000

Learnings is not a real word, stop using it.

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herbal incense — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:03:48 -0000

I've gone through your stuff in respect of how we have to start speaking at events ? its very owe and I learn many things through this stuff, well sharing and I'll try your ideologies in my speeches....

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Frankie Cooper — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 20:31:58 -0000

Great pointers about speaking.

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Ashley — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 21:44:56 -0000

Ah, love this. Great tips Chris! So awesome you take the time to dish out tips like this, you rock.

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yuregininsesi — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 09:40:48 -0000

Thanks for the great tips Chris! I hear all of the time about the "big time bloggers" attending conferences and speaking, but it's great to get tips about it as well! It's always so promising to hear bloggers taking their passion in different creative directions.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Adria Richards, ButYoureAGirl. — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 22:06:59 -0000

Loved the link to Wikipedia on Social Proof and how the world famous violinist played in a DC subway for 1 hour during the morning rush with a $3.5 million dollar Stradivarius violin in hand and no on really noticed.

...They took their cues from others around them.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Chris Ballance — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:34:19 -0000

Good article, twittering and blogging can really get you a lot of rapid and targeted feedback.

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Ryan Teixeira — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:48:14 -0000

Interesting thoughts. I am about to embark on exactly that path. I am speaking at Barcamp Miami next month. I will use your advice to build a better following for my talk.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Timothy — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:06:19 -0000

Nice post. Very informative. And much appreciated. Thank you!

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Michelle Lamar — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:42:27 -0000

It is seriously scary how I many times I have a question about a topic, such as "How to Start Speaking at Events", and then you write a post about the topic. I think you are doing a vulcan trick, via cyberspace. I've said it before and I'll say it again, you rock.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Jami — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 21:37:06 -0000

thanks, chris, but one thing you forgot to mention -- sometimes libraries offer seminars and courses for free to the public. i went in my local library and asked how i could give a seminar on Web Tools for Nonprofits. After giving a 5-minute preview, I was in. Of course they didn't pay me to give the seminar, but the sweet person who coordinated the seminar invited the manager of the local Foundation Center, who has since asked me to give three seminars to nonprofits (paid) and he will probably refer me to even bigger fish (like nonprofit conferences when they come to town) if all goes well.

that's how to get one foot in the door! another is to coordinate your own presentation -- rent out a room in a restaurant or neighborhood coffee shop, charge a fee, and advertise in Craigslist or your local business networking bulletin board. then see if anyone shows up.

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Huub Kocg — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 14:45:27 -0000

Hi Chris,
Found you via Twitter.
This might have a good one for a vlog too.
Best, Huub

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

frank — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 19:51:38 -0000

Hey @Chris ...

Thanks for the advice on how to get into the world of speaking. Great tips and very practical.

After reading i was left with one question ... How did you get your 1st speaking opportunity? It seems like this is one of the hardest parts when starting out. I get my opportunities through work, but not everyone has that ability so going out and finding speaking engagements could be difficult.

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http://twitter.com/franswaa

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Barbara Giamanco — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 16:29:32 -0000

Loved the post, Chris...all excellent points. I speak myself and the point about "asking for a fee" is the hardest the first few times. Oh and it's true...some events are marketing opportunities and important investments to make. As Chris said, have a goal in mind for your speaking that will help you determine whether you speak for free or move on to the next thing.

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Paydex — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:06:38 -0000

Thanks for twittering this post! really great tips!!

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Chris Heilmann — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:55:01 -0000

Very nice article, I've added some of my own ideas and checklists over on my blog: Being a public speaker in the web business

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Laurel Hart — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:44:11 -0000

Great information and advice, Chris! I have some updating to do...

I'd second Susan Murphy's comment about considering college audiences when getting started with speaking. Connect with your alumni network, your local college, grad students, etc. I started speaking to grad students at two different schools in the last couple years, and I've found that it's been great practice and a rewarding experience, the audience is very engaged and you can have some stimulating discussions. I always walk away learning something too or thinking about something in a slightly different way, which in turn shapes my other presentations.

Finally, I'd add that when I speak to or do presentations for clients, I try to make a point of always asking my co-workers for feedback. As an almost life-long musician (outside my day job), I think of each speaking experience as a mini-master class. (I know, not very rockstar lingo... : ) It's so invaluable to get feedback from people who know you well and can offer constructive criticism. (And it's hard to self-diagnose in the process.) If you're flying solo, it's helpful to videotape yourself and watch it carefully, making notes about worked, what didn't work as well, etc.

I remember once reading an interview with a famous cellist in his 60's, and the interviewer asked why he still practiced scales and technical studies. His answer was something along the lines of, "There's always room for improvement."

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Emily Hansen — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:33:20 -0000

A wealth of information from Brogan, plus everyone's comments. I have been fortunate to have the opportunity to speak publicly on a variety of subjects in a variety of contexts from boat shows to education conferences. Enthusiasm regardless of subject is essential as is speaking with intention - what is the the goal - the results and/or reaction. Re-evaluating my life's intentions and exploring public speaking and training, the article and comments are personally and professionally timely. Much appreciated!
Rock on!

Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Elizabeth O. Dulemba — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:17:50 -0000

Thanks so much for this post Chris. I had a speaking page, but it was in dire need of updating, which I've now done following your advice: . Now I just need some video!
:)
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Re: How to Start Speaking at Events

Start speaking now — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:44:34 -0000

Another great way to start your public speaking career is to go out onto the Rotary circut and practice giving your speech for free. You will get a great chance to refine what you have to say, infront of people who can make decisions.

Cheers

Darren Fleming
http://www.executivespeakin...