Trends & Resources for Thought Leaders

To be fully in the moment, you must be present (both literally and figuratively).

Some speakers will scoff at the idea, but speaking for free might be smart business.

Your speaking fee actually doesn’t depend that much on what you think you’re worth.

Are you simply dabbling or are you pursuing mastery in your speaking career?

Are you a budget-airline speaker or a Happy Meal speaker?

Remembering your purpose will help you serve your audience best.

Your big idea, structure, or storytelling frameworks might not be the determining factors.

Provide safety and comfort to meeting planners, and you’ll book more gigs at higher fees.

Intentional movement—the most underrated yet impactful element of stage performance.

For professional speakers, a TEDx talk could be a red herring with a high opportunity cost.

Is rehearsing your speech a task on your checklist or a permanent daily habit?

The best way to show up as a speaker is by being supportive, humble, and easy to work with.

Starting with your speech first increases your chances of success as an author.

These three truths might change your perspective about audience feedback.

Safeguard your ideas while still making an impact.