How to Become a Bureau's Go-To Speaker

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn: • How John became known as "The Pitch Whisperer" and the common mistake he saw speakers making. • What speakers need to understand before pursuing relationships with speaker bureaus. • How to create genuine value for a bureau instead of simply asking for speaking opportunities. • What makes a bureau feel confident recommending and pitching a speaker to clients. • What strong positioning looks like and why it helps speakers stand out in a crowded marketplace. • Why some speakers have compelling stories but are still difficult for bureaus to describe and sell. • What John means by being "stuck in the friend zone at work" and how speakers can avoid it. • The most common reasons speakers get listed by bureaus but rarely get booked. • Practical ways to make it dramatically easier for bureaus to pitch you during client conversations. • The very first step speakers should take this week to begin building stronger bureau relationships. To learn more about this guest: John Livesay | LinkedIn Instagram @thepitchwhisperer Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room.Learn more about Rob’s books, coaching, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com.Connect with Rob on LinkedIn or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters