Technically Speaking

In today's episode, we're talking about how to maintain a clear and sound mind when it matters most. The perfect person for the job? Karen Allen! Karen empowers highly motivated individuals and business leaders to harness the power of their mindset and develop the self-awareness necessary to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. After the unexpected loss of her husband followed by...

In today's episode, we're talking with keynote speaker, communication expert, and previous event planner, Jo Burns. Jo has been a long-time friend of ours here at SpeakerFlow. She has an incredible background organizing events for associations and helping facilitate the decision-making process for hiring speakers for events. She shares with us what works, what definitely doesn't work, and shares h...

In today's episode, we're talking with Russell Pearson, otherwise known as the "Brand Design Guy". Russell has an extensive background in sales and marketing, has worked with some of the biggest brands on earth, and is exactly who we wanted to talk to us about Attracting Better Clients Fast. I think you'll be surprised at some of the insights and bits of wisdom throughout this episode. If you're r...

In today's episode, we're delivering the REAL truth about sales for speakers, trainers, and experts. The perfect person to do that, you may ask? Phil Gerbyshak! Phil is a noted sales expert, corporate sales trainer and small business coach who is passionate about building relationships, using social media for research and connection and leveraging technology. He is a highly respected speaker who h...

In today's episode, we're talking with Rick Lozano, musician and leadership extraordinaire. Rick stumbled into the speaking space after having a leader unlock and amplify his own talents. We talk leadership, how to make leading dead simple (even for you solopreneurs out there), and how to discover your own "Rickness" - you'll have to listen for context. Rick also shares his musicianship with us by...

In today's episode, we're talking about one of our favorite topics here at SpeakerFlow - Sales. More specifically, persuasion. The perfect person for this? Moeed Amin. For over 20 years Moeed has been obsessed with how and why people make decisions. His journey started when he graduated in Neuroscience where he learned about the brain structure and the impact this has on the psychology of influenc...

For today's episode, we thought we'd mix the show up a bit and introduce a speaker that's been around for nearly the exact same time that SpeakerFlow has. While it's been a short two years, as we all know, starting a business and succeeding during COVID is a tremendous achievement, and Jon has done just that. With more than 20 years of experience as an educator, theatre performer, and improvisatio...

In today's episode, we're talking with photographer and portrait expert, John DeMato. John is a branded lifestyle portrait, virtual/live event photographer who collaborates with speakers, trainers, consultants and other expert-based business owners to create an emotional connection with their audiences through persuasive visual storytelling. John isn't simply a photographer - he thinks like a mark...

In today's episode, we're talking about finding your influential voice. And to cover that topic, we've brought in Tricia Brouk. Tricia is an international award-winning director. She has worked in theater, film, and television for three decades. Her work includes the writing of two musicals, both produced in New York City, a one-woman show, and four documentaries, two eligible for Academy of Motio...

Today, we're chatting with the king of differentiation, Mark Levy. Mark Levy is the founder of Levy Innovation LLC, a positioning and branding firm that helps consultants and other thought leaders increase their fees by up to 2,000%. Yup. You read that right. He's also the genius behind Simon Sinek's "Start With Why" and the Millionaire's Magician, Steve Cohen. In this show, we're talking about th...

In today's episode, we're chatting with Stephen Shapiro about innovation and how it applies to not only full-blown organizations but also expert-based businesses. Innovation at its core is all about a cultural change and asking yourself the right questions. Stephen shares with us his lessons, trials, and triumphs navigating the world of an expert, sheds light on his business model, and shares how...

Greg has been a long-time friend of ours at SpeakerFlow and got his speaking career started just a couple of years ago. Greg was a professional salesperson by day and a dueling pianist at night. Both taking a tremendous toll on his vocal cords. He was told that if he didn't have surgery to repair his vocal cords, he'd never sing again. Since, Greg has been on a warpath helping get the word out the...

Welcome to another episode of technically speaking. We're super excited about today's guest, leading DEI speaker, Glen Guyton! Glen helps organizations become more culturally competent and has been growing his speaking business over the last 4 years. We talk about what the journey has been like from starting his business in 2017 to now. We talk about the trials, tribulations, and successes of a gr...

In today's episode, we're discussing the importance of clear and cohesive messaging that allows you to easily connect with your audience and decision-makers. We're unpacking the difference in approach to refining your message for your audience vs. your decision-makers and providing you with the insights you need to make tweaks. On the show today, messaging strategist, Kristine Schoonmaker! If you'...

So today's topic is about the importance of having a clear mission, vision, and goals and how to turn those into action. We'll be hearing from one of the most accomplished and prolific speakers on productivity today - Dr. Mary Kelly. If you were to model your business after anyone, it would probably be Mary, so you're not going to want to miss this. Still reading? Get to listenin'! Show Notes: ✅...

In today's episode, we're talking about the importance of going beyond the keynote to increase the value you provide for your clients and the revenue it creates for your business. We're super excited for today's guest and expert in this subject - Head of Speaker Coaching for MFL global, Mary Tilson! Mary has been helping global speakers develop their content, delivery style, impact, and approach t...

In today's episode, we're chatting with Linda Swindling, negotiation expert, on how negotiation surrounds both our businesses and our lives. We explore the inside tips for negotiating effectively, talk about how to have the confidence you need to negotiate, and how to ask outrageously. If you're ready to master the art of negotiation, you've come to the right place. Let's dive in! Show Notes: ✅ C...

In today's episode, we're chatting with Annette Brechbill and taking a look into the trends of the speaking industry, the must-have assets as you grow your business, as well as an inside scoop from the perspective of a bureau. Annette Brechbill is a speaker agent, virtual event content creator, TEDx executive producer, and member of the International Association of Speakers Bureaus (IASB). Listen...

In this week's episode, we're chatting with Neil Mullarkey. You may recognize him from his performances in Whose Line Is it Anyway, I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, QI, and two Austin Powers movies. Yeah, you read that right! We're chatting about all things Improv and how you can level up your business and your relationships by using improv as a tool. Let's dive in! Show Notes: ✅ Learn more about Neil...

In this week's episode, we're chatting with inventor and expert in tech and innovation, Julie Holmes. Julie has created HeyMic!, tons of digital products, and collaborated with us to build SpeakerFlow CRM. In today's show, we're talking about how systems are designed to save yourself some time, energy, money, and stress. Ready to stress less? You'll want to give this one a listen. Show Notes: ✅ D...

In today's episode, we're chatting with DJ, speaker, and entertainer extraordinaire, Rob Ferre. Rob founded his entertainment company, Life of the Party, in 2007 after training 3 years in the family entertainment capital of the world, Orlando Florida. Where he worked for Disney, Universal Studios, and Nickelodeon as a game show host and DJ. He is one of the most sought-after speakers in the weddin...

In today's episode, we're chatting with association insider and certified professional speaker, Ed Rigsbee. Ed is a certified association executive and is known as the "ROI Guy" for associations. Ed is also the president and executive director of the Cigar PEG, Inc., an IRS-recognized 501 (c) (3) non-profit public charity. Since 1999, he's donated over $700,000. With an inside scoop on what associ...

Mark Hunter, CSP, "The Sales Hunter," is recognized as one of the top 50 most influential sales and marketing leaders in the world. He is the author of three best-selling books, "High-Profit Prospecting" and "High-Profit Selling" and his newest "A Mind for Sales" on its first day of release zoomed to #1 bestseller status on Amazon.  His sales strategies are used each day by thousands of salespeopl...

In today's episode, we're chatting with Chris West, Founder of Video Narrative - the leading video production and branding company for professional speakers. Chris is with us chatting about what it means to be a world-changer and how you can position yourself as the expert in your niche. He gives us some awesome tips and tactical tools to help us better communicate our message and outlines the imp...

In this episode, we've brought in CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall-of-Famer, and leadership extraordinaire, Jason Hewlett! Having delivered thousands of presentations over 2 decades, Jason Hewlett is the only speaker in the world teaching leadership in a performance of uncanny musical and comedy impressions, utilizing the legends of stage. Today, we're chatting about his new book, The Power to the One, and...