THE SPIRIT OF THE SPEAKER
There you are, standing in front of 100 people…200, 300, 400, 1,000 or more…having flawlessly delivered your wisdom to a standing ovation. They love you, they love what you said, and to top it all off, you got paid handsomely!
Do you yearn to make a significant difference in peoples lives? Are you a professional speaker who wants to up their game, or an entrepreneur who would like get paid to speak?
Now you can learn the business of speaking from someone who has successfully spoken everywhere from India to Indiana, from corporations to associations, and from churches to cruise ships, for over 28 years.
Max’s thought provoking speeches inspire audiences to make significant change and take action!
Speak Up! – How To Become
A Highly Paid Professional Speaker
Drawn from his,”Speak Up!” program, Max teaches you how to turn your existing knowledge into multiple streams of revenue. Learn how to market yourself, negotiate compensation and other terms of your contract, as well as what to do before, during and after your talks to help ensure repeat engagements and continue your relationships long after your talk has ended.
You also learn presentation skills, including the effective use of humor, stimulating audience participation, and how to qualify and gain follow up appointments right at your seminar. Sell more product than you ever thought possible, gain expert recognition & find out what every audience member wants to take away from your talks.
Being a professional speaker is one of the most rewarding and highest paying careers you can choose. Learn how the business of professional speaking really works. This one-on-one mentoring reveals everything you need to “Take It To THE MAX!”
Before Your Talks
Strategic Planning
Setting Your Speaking Goals
Defining A Meaningful Mission
Creating A Viable Business Plan
Researching Potential Audiences
Developing A Sound Financial Plan
Systematizing Every Aspect Of Your Business
Managing Your Time For Maximum Productivity
Marketing
Creating Marketing Materials
Selecting The Best Topic(s) For You
Using Multiple Sources To Get Booked
Writing Killer Speeches, Titles & Descriptions
Low Cost/No Cost Methods For Marketing Your Talks
Where, When & How To Offer Your Speaking Services
Why Should I Hire You? – Creating Your Unique Selling Points
Sales
Reaching Decision Makers
How To Negotiate Contracts
Quoting Fees With Confidence
What To Do Once You’re Booked
Questions To Ask To Engage Meeting Planners
What To Say To Capture Decision Maker’s Attention
Maximizing The Sale Of Products (Books, CDs, DVDs, Consulting, etc)
During Your Talks
Expert Handling Of Q&A
Upgrading Your Presentation Skills
How To Guarantee Good Evaluations
How To Open Your Talks & Position Yourself
How To Emotionally Connect With Your Audience
How To Immediately Capture Your Audience’s Attention
What To Put In Your Introduction, Body & End Of Your Talk
After Your Talks
Gaining Repeat Business
What To Do Immediately Following Your Talk
How Not To Leave Any Money On The Table
Developing An Ongoing Relationship With Your Audience
Developing An Ongoing Relationship With Meeting Planners
How To Continue Selling Product Long After Your Talks Are Through