Wednesday, August 06, 2008

So You Want to Become a Motivational Speaker: Getting Hired

Before I tell you about where and how to get hired, let me share with you a little more about Tag Goulet. Currently co-CEO of FabJob, Inc., her company that publishes the career guide I have been recommending to you, Tag and her partner are recognized as the world's leading experts on how to break into a dream career. Her career advice appears frequently at AOL.com, CNN.com, MSN.com, and in newspapers throughout the U.S. and Canada. She is also a part-time university instructor of public speaking.

I highly recommend that you get Tag's career guide because she shares with you her own experiences as well as insider tips and expert advice from other successful speakers. The guide covers topics of vital importance to anyone who wants to become a motivational speaker. And this includes:
  • knowing when and how to maximize your profits by knowing what fees to charge;

  • agents (people who can find speaking jobs for you);

  • where to get free advice and assistance; and

  • setting up a speaking business.

Click here to get your copy.

Now, let me point out some places in the United States or Canada that will hire you to speak:
  • conferences and conventions;

  • government departments;

  • non-profit organizations;

  • continuing education;

  • seminar companies;

  • corporations;

  • cruise ships;

  • colleges; and

  • schools.
Of course, you will need to know the best ways to approach potential employers. Therefore, you will need to know how to:
  • use the 3 easiest ways for beginners to break in;

  • successfully compete with speaking superstars;

  • get potential employers to approach you;

  • increase your chances of getting hired; and

  • work with speakers bureaus.
When we meet next Wednesday, I'll share some tips with you about how to present your seminars.