Speaker Driven Business

Want to close more deals? Then you need to master The Pitch Triangle.  In this rapid-fire episode, Jacqueline shares the secret formula behind every successful pitch. She delves into what makes a pitch not only compelling but also highly effective at closing deals.  Tune in for a deep dive into how refining three key elements can elevate your pitch, streamline your sales process, and hel...

If you thought we were delivering value before, wait until you see what’s coming next. We’re bringing in top experts, bigger conversations, and more tools to fuel your success! Celebrating an incredible milestone, Jacqueline reflects on the journey of The Speaker Driven Business Podcast hitting 50,000 downloads with a heart-centred, organic approach. With no grand launch, no marketing gimmicks, an...

Still think sales calls are all about pushy tactics? Think again! Learn how to master genuine conversations that convert. In this episode, Jacqueline breaks down the often misunderstood art of sales calls, revealing why mastering contextual sales conversations is the secret to long-term success. Drawing on her rich experience in ecruitment, consulting, and sales, Jacqueline shares her proven frame...

Want to be the go-to backup speaker in your city? Make it happen with this little-known strategy! In this episode, Jacqueline Brooker dives into a powerful strategy that could change your speaking career — the Backup Speaker Strategy. Often overlooked but undeniably effective, this approach allows emerging speakers to land gigs, build valuable relationships with event organisers, and accelerate th...

losing deals doesn’t happen overnight — it’s all about the next yes. Let’s dive into the art of the single-step sale! In this episode, we break down a powerful and often overlooked sales philosophy that could change the way you close deals. If you’ve been told that you need to close deals on the first call, we’re here to tell you that’s absolute nonsense.  Real, expert-led sales — especially...

The only thing standing between you and a sustainable speaking business? Mastering sales and negotiation. In this episode, Jacqueline Brooker delivers a straight-shooting masterclass on why speakers must fall in love with sales. It’s really quite simple — sales is the oxygen of your speaking career.  Jacqueline breaks down the mindset shifts needed to stop resisting sales and negotiation and...

Want to know how to turn your speaking prowess into a revenue-generating powerhouse?  Struggling to convert speaking gigs into sales? Then you are probably guilty of making some of the most common, conversion killing mistakes. In this episode of the Speaker Driven Business, we're diving into the 7 most frequent speaker sales mistakes that can derail your success.  If you've ever wondered...

Want to know the secret behind unforgettable speeches? Hint — it’s bold, it’s powerful, and it’s about to transform your talks! In this episode of the Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline takes us through a game-changing concept that has been producing incredible results across her programs — the bold statement of claim.  This powerful tool creates a North Star for your message, amplifying its...

Want to know how to turn your speaking prowess into a revenue-generating powerhouse?  In this game-changing episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline spills the beans on the often-overlooked strategies to monetize your craft. Discover the five reasons people speak, the three phases of making money, and how you can make money from or through speaking.  Remember, speaking is more than...

Unlock the secret to skyrocketing your speaking career by harnessing the power of your worthy rivals! In this game-changing episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline reveals a revolutionary mindset shift that will propel your speaking journey to new heights. Inspired by Simon Sinek's groundbreaking book "The Infinite Game," she unpacks the concept of the worthy rival – a counterintuitive appr...

Are we forging connections or exploiting trauma? Join Jacqueline as she navigates the fine line in charity storytelling. In this thought-provoking episode of Speaker Driven Business, we dive deep into the ethical dilemma of using raw, lived experience stories for charity fundraising events. With a keen eye for the fine line between engagement and exploitation, she challenges the audience to rethin...

Would you like to earn more from speaking? After all, isn’t this the end goal of practically every speaker? Want to accelerate your paid speaking success? It's not just about crafting a mind-blowing speech (though that matters too). The real key is mastering these 5 behind-the-scenes behaviours that mean event planners and organisers will fall in love with you. Unlock the secrets to becoming a hig...

Would you like to earn more from speaking? After all, isn’t this the end goal of practically every speaker? You already know speaking is the number one strategy you need to deploy to grow your profile, position your authority, and increase your impact, influence and revenue.   But, it is possible, that like so many people we meet, you are stuck in the speak for free vortex - when all you want...

Would you like to earn more from speaking? After all, isn’t this the end goal of practically every speaker? In this episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline addresses the common question of how to transition from speaking for free to getting paid as a speaker. She shares eye-opening examples of speakers who appear successful but aren't actually making much money from speaking. Jacqueline emp...

Are you facing tricky challenges in breaking through as a speaker?  In this episode of the Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline shares her five hot tips for success as a speaker. She begins by explaining the two core ways speakers can generate revenue: getting paid as a professional speaker or using speaking to drive sales into your product ecosystem or business. Regardless of your goal, Jacqu...

Are there endless roadblocks keeping you from achieving your goals and dreams as a professional speaker? Then we invite you to stick around for our hottest tips on how to grasp the reins and be in full control of your speaking career. In this episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline Nagle begins by discussing the top 5 challenges that repeatedly come up among speakers based on conversations...

Are you craving the ability to be able to deliver every speech flawlessly?  Would you like to make that a predictable part of your speaking career?  Then you are going to have to get comfortable with the idea of building scripts for your speeches.  And if you fear a script will make you sound robotic and boring, then let this episode enlighten you on the benefits of having a good sc...

Are you constantly struggling to embed yourself into the memory of your audience? Are you wondering why speaking referrals come by so infrequently? If you nodded along to these questions, then you must stick around to find out exactly how you can repeatedly draft impactful speeches for your audiences.  In this episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline explains how to construct a powerful...

Have you heard - or are you guilty of falling into - the Clever Trap?  It’s a phenomenon that strikes which shows up as cramming too much in! And that is a problem in more ways than you can imagine.  Have you heard - or are you guilty of falling into - the Clever Trap?  It’s a phenomenon that strikes which shows up as cramming too much in! And that is a problem in more ways than you...

Do your audiences love hearing you speak but can't remember what you talked about? Learn how to move beyond just making people feel good to giving them something tangible they can use. In this episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline shares her journey from reluctant speaker to in-demand presenter. After discovering audiences loved hearing her but couldn't remember her content, Jacqueline in...

Did you know that on the very day — International Women's Day — meant to honour and empower women, many female speakers are asked to speak for free? This almost negates the purpose of this significant event.  In this powerful episode, Jacqueline unpacks the essence and revolutionary origins of International Women's Day (IWD). For over a century, IWD has been a day to celebrate women's achieve...

Are you an emerging speaker having difficulty finding the courage to raise your voice? Do you feel you are not given enough opportunities to share your craft? Stick around because this episode will be an eye-opener for you! In this candid episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline confronts a common dilemma for aspiring speakers – claiming that speaking is a priority but not fully committing t...

What transforms an idea into a movement? How do speeches stir emotions that change hearts and minds? In this episode of the Speaker Driven podcast, Jacqueline has a powerful conversation with bestselling author and communication coach Carmine Gallo as he dives into his lifelong obsession with understanding what makes powerful and persuasive communication.  Carmine spent 15 years as an on-air...

Are you yearning to create deeper, stronger emotional connections with your audiences because you know these can more effectively catalyse changes in their perspectives? Stay tuned to find out exactly how you can do this!  In this episode of the Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline dives into the critical strategy of emotion mapping for impactful speaking. She stresses that speakers must map t...

In this episode of Speaker Driven Business, Jacqueline explores the difference between being an influencer and having true influence. We all know influencers as those who promote products on social media to drive purchases from their followers. Jacqueline defines influence as the ability to affect how someone develops, behaves, or thinks.  Jacqueline advises nurturing both influencer and infl...