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Whether you are a new speaker, or someone who has been around awhile, there’s always some new technology that you haven’t heard about. We’ll explore the various apps and software for running your speaking business more smoothly. SPEECHES: After researching Powerpoint, Keynote (by Apple) and Prezi - Prezi came off as the coolest (but comes with a learning curve) with Keynote as a close second. CRM/DATABASE SOFTWARE: To keep track of your leads and prospects, you must have something in place. An Excel spreadsheet isn’t going to cut it for long. Infusionsoft appears to be the market leader and provides everything rolled into one, but may be a bit daunting for those starting out. Salesforce and Act are lower cost... [Read more...]

Technology Speaking Business

There’s a new show on Oprah’s network called “Kidnapped by the Kids”. The show selects parents who are so engrossed in their work that their kids have to kidnap them to get their attention. Wow, how would you like to have that wake up call? Even though I don’t have kids at home (I’m a proud step Mom and G-ma), I... [Read more...]

Relationships, Speakers Bureaus, Vendors, etc.

At age 25, I lacked direction, focus, and ambition. It was the early 90′s and I was working as a temp at 3M and waitressing at night. I had nearly finished my contract with 3M’s marketing department and was thinking about what was next. One evening I stumbled across Les Brown’s PBS special entitled Live Your Dreams. I was hooked immediately... [Read more...]