The Speaker Lab Podcast

When it comes to building a successful and sustainable speaking business, so much of what really matters doesn’t happen on the stage. Veronica Romney, the Dream Team Architect, joins us for Episode 419 of The Speaker Lab Podcast to peel back the layers of scaling a business and taking it to the next level. As a fractional chief of staff for several businesses, Veronica helps take seven-figure companies to eight all while addressing their core functions and leadership.Veronica addresses direct ROI vs. the value an individual can bring to your team and unpacks the mystery of when to bring on additional team members and how to do it effectively. She also takes a deep dive into the challenge that speakers face when it comes to the “leaky” mechanics that often exist behind the stage. She shares the options that exist for speakers to create opportunities for success, how to package the value they offer, and why it’s important to build a team that can market your zone of genius. Veronica offers endless insight, and this conversation is packed with growth-mindset strategies that will stretch your understanding of building a business.Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:The bakery vs. the bakerThree core functions of a businessWhy marketing mattersHow to develop a leadership shed listLag vs. lead measuresWhy the absence of effectiveness creates more workThe function of a cash reserveHow to take referrals when building a teamThe value of looking within to build-up talentAnd so much more!EPISODE RESOURCESVeronica Romney's WebsiteExecutive Dream Team GuideGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sharing in the excitement of our students' success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.On Episode 418, Marcene Sonnek joins us Maryalice to share her journey to the stage. Marcene is on a mission to help others embrace positive communication to increase work satisfaction and improve their professional environments. She came to The Speaker Lab as a brand new speaker, but quickly channeled her life experience to become an effective and powerful communicator.During this conversation, Marcene shared how her personal experiences translated into her opportunity to make an impact in corporate settings. She unpacks the impact of mindset, perspective, mission, and listening. Marcene’s unique experience and the fact that she’s newer to the industry make this conversation especially impactful for those who are just getting started and are eager to make a difference while building a sustainable speaking business. She’s got a special keynote, her own book, and so much encouragement to share!Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:Demonstrating positivity and creating an intentional atmosphereNavigating the sweet (and sour) nature of lemons in lifeEmbracing the mindset of how everyone can winThe power to make communication positiveWhy you have to develop your pipeline and content calendarThe value of networking and building a communityHow The Speaker Lab transformed her approach to building a businessAnd much more!EPISODE RESOURCESMarcene Sonnek's WebsiteGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Ducker is an entrepreneur extraordinaire who has coined the term “Youprenuer” and is on a mission to help others build successful personal brands that build thriving businesses. His wealth of experience and knowledge make him an expert in brand development, and for Episode 417 of The Speaker Lab Podcast he’s back to give us the inside scoop.Chris shares insights on building reputation, finding a solid network, building a team around you, and why mindset always matters. We’ll also discuss the risk of burnout, how to prioritize while trying to grow, and what it looks like to build something that wholeheartedly represents you. Chris has a passion for coming alongside others who are ready to level-up and take the leap into building something that can stand the test of time.Join us for a candid conversation on the sales and marketing side of finding success in your niche of the speaking industry. Chris shares what has worked for him, what didn’t, and how you can use his experience to build an unstoppable personal brand.Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:How to balance the grind of building a brand and living out your passionWhy your reputation matters when you’re building a brandWhy you must do a gut checkHow to find your focus and when it’s okay to shiftWhy your “yes” is a commodityHow the pandemic shaped building a brand for the futureAnd much more!Episode Resources:Chris Ducker's WebsiteThe Elevated Entrepreneur ExperienceGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit down with some of our coaches and take a deep dive into some of the hottest topics for speakers? Wonder no more! Our Coaches Corner series gives you actionable advice and practical insights from our coaches that you can use right now to grow your speaking business.For Episode 416 of The Speaker Lab Podcast our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, and our Elite Concierge, Katie Campbell, are continuing the conversation from Episode 414 (Check it out!) and taking a closer look at how to maximize coaching and get out of your own way! During their first episode together, they reviewed marketable assets that every speaker needs, and intertwined into each of those was the support that a coach can provide through the process. This week, Maryalice and Katie are back with a closer look at the benefit of coaching and how it can help you take things to the next level.Maryalice and Katie highlight the grit and courage it takes to take on speaking full-time and how to intentionally prioritize each step on the journey to making an impact with your message. Katie shares some of her personal journey to the stage, and what she’s learned about focusing on her passion and serving her specific audience. There’s something here for every speaker in any season!Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:Why your message can’t help everyoneWhy narrowing your focus creates more opportunityHow do you define expert?Why clarity in your language matters so muchTalking about what lights you upCombining strategy and storytellingAnd much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever experienced burnout? Nour Khatib has — and she's here to tell you how to overcome it.As an ER doctor that walked through the global pandemic with colleagues and patients, Nour has seen first-hand the toll of burnout. You’d be surprised to learn that she’s a medical school dropout who experienced her burnout as a young student that pivoted to earning a business degree. It was here that she found her passion for speaking yet she continued to feel as though something was still missing. Her unique and incredible journey brought her to where she is today and she’s sharing all the ins and outs!Nour wants to help others address their “missing piece” so they can live out their passion through lived experience, education, and a keen ability to avoid and manage feelings of burnout. She’s got incredible insight to share on how she’s helping others identify the red flags of burnout in their careers and how her mindset became her mission to impact others. Nour’s story will inspire you to overcome burnout and rediscover why you love what you do!Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:How to identify burnoutThe trajectory of productivity and morale amid burnoutHow The Speaker Lab helped her take the next stepWhy persistence and consistency matterWhy you need to give speaking a real shotWhen to take the first step – and how!Why you should invest in yourselfAnd much more!Episode Resources:Nour Khatib's WebsiteGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit down with some of our coaches and take a deep dive into some of the hottest topics for speakers? Wonder no more! Our Coaches Corner series gives you actionable advice and practical insights from our coaches that you can use right now to grow your speaking business.For Episode 414, our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, and our Elite Concierge, Katie Campbell, are taking a deep dive into the key assets every successful speaker should have!Aside from the more obvious fundamentals, there are marketable assets essential to creating your presence and setting you apart. Together they’re highlighting the value of a strategic online presence and the part it plays in telling your story, sharing your brand, and highlighting your voice. They’ll also unpack the power of coaching and the courage it takes to step up and step out when things like imposter syndrome creep in.Katie highlights some of the common mistakes made in website and demo reel development and how to create the right content for your audience and event planners. Maryalice and Katie are covering so many speaking business game-changers during this episode. They’re simple but make all the difference and will meet you in any season of building your business.Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:Why you need clarity and a solid abstractHow to create a website that connects your audience with their pain pointsWhy your website is never doneWhy you need a mobile friendly websiteThe importance of a demo reel and first impressionsWhy you can and should lean on The Speaker LabHow to manage the opinions of othersAnd much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sharing in the excitement of our student’s success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.Deepika Sandhu has an incredible story to share about listening to your intuition and chasing after your dreams. Deepika’s “ah-hah” moment came after publishing her first book and realizing how badly she wanted to do an in-person book tour — in the middle of a global pandemic!Her deep desire to keep connecting with her audience and witness the “ah-hah” moments of others became the driver for a new season in her career. During this episode, Deepika shares more about her book and her personal journey of finding what she wanted to change about her life in a way to be her most authentic self. Not only is Deepika living it, but she’s also now helping others translate their own work into the work they actually want to be doing. Deepika is walking the talk and she’s giving the ins and outs of how The Speaker Lab came alongside her dream to take the stage!Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:What does it mean to find your authenticity?How do your life experiences help you eventually “go for it?”What does it look like to jump the hurdle of hesitation?How coaching at TSL helped build Deepika’s successWhy she said “yes” to investing in herselfHow she benefitted from the magic of the stagecraft cohortWhy you have to honor the calling that rises from withinAnd much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Since finishing a program with The Speaker Lab in 2017, Jake Thompson has had the "pedal to the metal” when it comes to building his brand and speaking career. His momentum and commitment to seizing growth opportunities have allowed him to triple his income and bring incredible value to his audience. Referrals, consulting opportunities, and a passion for the problem he solves brought him to some incredible stages that left him rubbing shoulders with individuals who have transformed the trajectory of his career.During Episode 412, Jake shares about a new role serving as a fractional executive and how it has challenged him to level up and take the right risks. Jake’s unique journey allows him to bring a ton of insight to our conversation, reminding you to invest in yourself, embrace the “grind” and do it all while still being focused. Jake’s story is incredibly unique and a reminder that opportunity is out there, but you have to have the right mindset to make it work for you!Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:What it means to be all-in when building your businessHow to find the right opportunities that develop your visionThe value of referrals and recommendationsHow to consider career game-changersWhy you must invest in yourselfWhy you have to find your niche and dig even deeperHow to hone a genuine passion for the problem you solveAnd much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've been in the speaking business for long, you know that it's not easy! Building a successful and sustainable speaking business is a grind. It takes a lot of sweat equity, patience, and intentionality to make it in this industry, but if you put in the work, there are some incredible opportunities for growth in every season.This week, Erick Rheam is back to share practical advice on how to navigate the grind of building your business. Erick introduces the idea of a "power hour," shares how to navigate the good and bad days, and reminds us that even though every day will not be our best, consistency matters!As someone who has built a highly successful speaking business, Erick navigates the ins and outs of the speaking industry every day. No matter where you are in your speaking journey, you'll benefit from Erick's experience and passion for equipping others to find their success on the stage. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!Here's what you’ll learn from this episode:Why it’s possible to have a “grind” that is enjoyable and totally worth itHow to fall in love with the processWhat are you willing to suffer for?Why buy-in matters from your spouse or partnerHow to apply what you’re learningDetermining the actions that will further your businessWhy consistency impacts clarityAnd much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re living in a world that continues to change post-pandemic — and speakers have to continue adjusting to stay relevant! There are more opportunities now than ever for speakers, but you have to be intentional and have a clear plan to build a sustainable speaking business.This week, David Avrin joins us to share some great advice and a little tough love that will help you build your speaking business and not just get gigs.David has a background in marketing and decades of experience in the speaking industry, and he's here to help you understand what it takes right now to get booked and paid to speak. David unpacks ways to beat imposter syndrome, what it looks like to inspire your audience, and why systems and processes matter more than giving a perfect performance.David will bring you back to your "why" and show you how to turn your passion into sustainable success. If you're booking speaking gigs but haven't taken the leap to build a business — or haven't made it a priority — this episode is for you! You'll get fresh inspiration on how to seize opportunities, fill your calendar, and keep a long-game mentality.Here's what you'll learn from this episode:How to navigate and overcome imposter syndromeThe difference between booking gigs and building a businessHow to recognize opportunity and capitalize on itThe importance of building your calendar and pipelineWhy you must pitch strategicallyHow to work smarter and not harder to transform your businessHow to embrace the “thrill of the hunt”And much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.