StorySpire w/ Mary R Snyder

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Are you looking to connect with event planners for more effective conversations and to book more speaking engagements with them? In this episode, Mary dives into the art of having more meaningful conversations with event planners. Discover key insights and strategies to make memorable impressions, build relationships, and secure more speaking opportuni...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Did you know that smart time management is a key part of any good speaker's life? Discover how you can prioritize tasks, manage your time more effectively and use my strategies to avoid distractions and find a way to get all your work done and still maintain a good work-life balance. These easy practices will help you optimize your time management...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you ever found yourself struggling to book speaking engagements during the slow summer season? On this episode, Mary offers expert advice on how to overcome the “summer speaker slump.” From crafting mini messages to reaching out and following up with event planners, Mary breaks down the actionable steps necessary for speakers to maintain momentum...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you ever wondered how to leave a lasting impression on your audience and be that “unforgettable” speaker? There are five things that set apart good speakers from mediocre ones.  In today’s episode, I’ll uncover what really matters in your message and the importance of bringing the right energy and relatability to your listeners to make a lasting i...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text When someone asks you, “So tell me about you, what do you do? What's your story?” How do you respond? Are you able to give a succinct answer that clearly communicates that you are a speaker to a specific audience, with a clear understanding of what their needs are and how you have a unique way to meet those needs? This is what I like to call a “hi...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text As speakers, we’re driven by knowing God has called us to this, right?  But amidst our busy lives and need to share our stories, we must remember God has also called us to rest. Listen as we explore the importance of rest, the transformative power it holds, and how it can bring clarity and creativity to our lives and ministries. Top reasons to listen t...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Is speaking at a virtual summit something that’s on your radar? If so, what’s your reason behind that? I want y’all to think about this: Are you saying yes because you're happy that you got asked? Or is it because you have little speaking experience and this is a good opportunity for you? Virtual summits are a great testing and training ground, bu...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text What does it mean to “practice” your message? I've had women tell me that they want their message to be fresh, so they don’t do a lot of practicing. Well, I'm going to be honest with y'all: You can share a message that sounds fresh and still be well practiced. Practice doesn't mean rehearsing your message word-for-word. There's...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Do you know what message God wants you to share, but you aren't sure how to put it all together? Are you wondering what’s the best way to take your one person from A to B while maintaining a connection throughout the journey? Crafting a message is never easy, that’s why I want to take some time in this episode to really dive into my preparation pr...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Has God given you a message that you need to share? Maybe you've been asked to speak for the first time and you have no idea what to do or how to start. Perhaps you have been sharing the same message for a year and need a new fresh message. Whether you've done this hundreds of times before or are just getting started, I'm going to share...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Do you miss the days when you met with people face-to-face and got to know them over a cup of coffee? Do you wish you had the opportunity to connect with agents, speakers, writers, and other people that can help you in so many aspects of this speaking life? I've always found this to be one of the most rewarding parts of attending speaker conferenc...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you ever found yourself saying, "I'm just not a confident and charismatic speaker like XYZ is" . That is exactly why I put together this three-part series on what it means to be charismatic on stage.  Part three of this series discussed how to create warmth on stage. In this third and final episode, I wrap up the series by talking a...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text What do you think of when you hear the phrase "charismatic speaker"? Do you picture someone who is engaging and people naturally want to be around? Are they almost magnetic in the way they present themselves?  In this part two of three, I’ll be talking about growing your confidence as a speaker and owning the stage. Top reasons to listen to t...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you ever wondered if you’ll reach a certain level as a speaker where you’ll truly feel confident in your calling? I'll be honest with y'all, I don't think you can ever be completely confident.  We’ll discuss this very thing in more detail over the next three weeks, so stay tuned... Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Don&ap...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text When someone asks you to speak at an event, do you hesitate to say yes? Do you automatically think that someone else is more qualified to speak than you are? Both myself and my guest, Lori Robertson have been there. We understand how easy it is to think, “Who am I to speak about that topic? What if I say the wrong thing?” But do you know what? In the e...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text When I say “conversion”, what do I mean? Conversion means turning a connection and a conversation into a booked speaking opportunity. If you tuned in to the first two parts of these keys to getting booked to speak, you’ll already know all about making connections and having conversations. If you haven't listened to those episodes yet, please go ba...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Did you catch the last episode where we talked about making connections? If not, I highly recommend you check it out first because there’s some homework that lays the groundwork for this episode! Getting booked as a speaker starts with making connections. After making those connections, you can start having conversations and scheduling meetings. I know...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you been calling up churches pitching yourself to speak and nobody’s returning your phone calls? Let me ask you this: if it’s not your church, do any members of the staff or congregation know who you are? Back in the day, cold pitching worked a lot better. Nowadays, anyone can send an email to a women's ministry director, and that's exac...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text God has given you a message and He has entrusted you with this gift. But do you trust what He wants you to do with it? Are you showing up and sharing it? Have you ever considered sharing some bits of your story on a podcast? Not just any podcast, but YOUR own podcast.   In this episode, I have someone else with me. It is my pleasure to be joined by Eri...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text What do you consider a BIG stage? How many people are in the room? Is it 100, 500, 3,000? Whatever you consider to be "big,” when God calls you to it, you'll feel right at home. You won't feel lost, you'll know you're exactly where you’re supposed to be. Even if your name is the least known on that poster, you’ll still know tha...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text How do you know if your message is ready for the spotlight? That depends on what you mean by “spotlight.” Is it getting a lot of attention or publicity? Or taking the big stage for the first time? My definition of the word is stepping onto any stage at any time. To ensure you’re prepared for the spotlight, no matter how big or small, let's talk ab...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Is standing up on the big stage all you want to do? Do you want to start off your career speaking up there and become well-known in that big space? It's probably on your list of goals to get noticed up there right away, but that's not always possible. And let me tell you, it's a blessing! There have been times (I’m talking very few) wher...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you ever noticed the same speakers keep showing up at large Christian conferences or women's events? "Yeah, Mary… why is that?" I know what you're thinking. How are YOU ever going to get on that big stage if you're always seeing the same speakers there? In my experience, there are three reasons for booking the same names o...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text “Mary, why am I not getting booked to speak?” Well, let me ask you a question: Have you asked anyone to book you? Would you get a degree or certificate and then expect to get a job without applying anywhere? Would you sit at home all waiting for the phone to ring with job offers? "When you put it that way, Mary, it just sounds silly…” Maybe so, bu...

I would love to hear from you! Send me a text Have you ever witnessed someone sharing their hard story before they truly processed their pain? Did it seem like they were just coming across like they were angry with everyone involved in their story? Was watching their pain a painful experience for you? When you share your difficult story while you're still grieving, it can be messy for everyon...