Become a Professional Speaker

Want to become a highly sought-after professional speaker who commands attention and respect on stage? In this video, we'll reveal the secrets to becoming a PROFESSIONAL Speaker in DEMAND! From crafting a compelling message to delivering it with confidence and charisma, we'll cover the essential skills and strategies you need to succeed in the world of public speaking. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your speaking career to the next level, this video is packed with actionable tips and insights to help you achieve your goals. So, if you're ready to unlock your full potential as a speaker and start getting paid to share your ideas with the world, then watch this video now and discover the formula for becoming a PROFESSIONAL Speaker in DEMAND!Stay tuned to gain valuable insights and inspiration from the experiences of different professionals at Time We Discuss. =================================================================Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:49 - How did you get started as a professional speaker?4:40 - Was being a salesperson an asset to becoming a professional speaker?6:54 - Finding opportunities to speak professionally7:42 - Expenses typically covered10:33 - Virtual and in-person trends for speaking professionally11:16 - How technology has changed for presenters13:29 - Steps to get started speaking professionally16:11 - Education and how it relates to speaking professionally17:29 - Importance of networking for presenters22:50 - Contracts for professional speakers24:07 - Guest has the floor26:08 - Time We Discuss on Unstoppable Mindset26:20 - Outro=================================================================Guest Information:Michael HingsonMichael Hingson's WebsiteUnstoppable Mindset PodcastBook Michael as a speakerDiamond Speaker IntelNginThunder Dog (book)Running with Roselle (Book)Live Like a Guide Dog (Book)Unstoppable Mindset Episode: Music Expert and Website DesignerAlso Mentioned in This Episode:Misconceptions of Blindness in the Workplace (Michael Hingson)=================================================================Time We Discuss Links:Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: Time We Discuss on BlueskyInstagram: Time We Discuss on InstagramThreads: Time We Discuss on Threads