One amazing new resource to find conferences for speaking gigs
One of the most common questions I get on this site is, “How do I find places to speak?” It isn’t often that an entirely new resource comes to my attention and makes me want to fangirl like I’m front...
View ArticlePodcasts: Boost your fame factor in 30 minutes (without spending a dime)
Want to stand out? Of course you do. When you stand out, more opportunities come your way. Clients, investors and followers come to you, rather than you having to chase them. You have more status and...
View ArticleDo you own your name on Google?
If you’re like me, you’re kind of a cyber stalker. You meet someone new; you Google their name to see what they’ve done, what connections and common touch points you might have. (No? Just me?) When it...
View ArticleThe 4-1-1 on Twitter
So, you’ve joined the Twitter party. Woo hoo! You have your handle, you’ve followed a few people. You’ve sent the obligatory first tweet: “Hello Twitter people. Here’s my first tweet. Not sure what to...
View ArticleKeep Track of the Hottest News in Your Industry
You’ve heard the advice that if you want to be tops in your field, you’re supposed to keep close tabs on everything that’s happening. But, honestly, who has the time to surf the web all day, bouncing...
View ArticleEasy Fame Booster: LinkedIn Company Status Updates
Have you ever noticed how some celebrities seem to blast from virtual obscurity straight to media darling overnight? Suddenly that celeb’s mug is on all the magazine covers you scan in line at the...
View ArticleHow to Create Instant Credibility on Your Website
When someone lands on your website to check out your business and services, how much time do you have to grab their attention and position yourself as the “go to” expert in your field? Not much, you...
View Article3 tips to get more clients without working more
Need more clients? Here’s a hot tip: stop shopping in your own backyard. A big mistake that many self-employed professionals make is that they spend most or all of their networking time with their...
View ArticleAre You Making this Huge Linkedin Mistake?
Woo hoo! Congratulations! You’ve got a profile on Linkedin! But wait, something’s missing… Would you believe that some professionals don’t put their picture on their Linkedin profile? Yep, it’s sad but...
View ArticleGet Media Coverage, the Web 2.0 Way
Wondering how other people in your field get quoted in the media? Tired of seeing names that aren’t yours being featured as “experts” in your industry? Dying for the opportunity to share your best tips...
View Article11 ways to get more results from speaking
Speaking and presenting are super effective ways to bring business in the door. (Skeptical? For all the reasons speaking can ramp up ROI, check out my three part series on speaking engagements.) Done...
View ArticleShare the Love on LinkedIn
Welcome to Famous in Your Field! Here’s your free weekly tip to boost your fame factor. This week’s tip is all about spreading good will, using LinkedIn. You know all about LinkedIn, right? And you’re...
View ArticleEveryone gives the same terrible advice about public speaking–ignore it and...
You are: a budding motivational speaker. an ambitious professional who knows that public speaking will set you apart from all those other people in your industry. a business leader who needs to inspire...
View ArticleThe best free publicity tool you’ve never heard of
“Roommate wanted.” I see a version of that request at least once a week on forums across the web. (And no, it’s not some Tinder-esque come on.) The “roommate” request is just a cheeky euphemism for...
View ArticleHow to get speaking engagements at associations, companies and conferences
Edward writes, “I have given speeches at Rotary Clubs & Kiwanis groups. I want to know how to approach associations, companies, conferences, conventions, etc. – for speaking engagements. Also,...
View Article16 ways to get more of what you want
My friend Gina is not a “car chick.” Her head doesn’t turn for an Audi, Porsche or Mercedes S-class. She’s been driving the same mom-van for more than a decade. For her, cars are just a way to get from...
View ArticleFive places to find your target market
Whether you’re a consultant, public speaker, trainer, photographer or other business professional, you want to find your tribe. Your people. The ones who need the magic that you deliver. If you’ve been...
View ArticleFour Twitter hashtags to follow for more publicity
When it comes to reaching journalists through social media, Twitter rules and Facebook drools. Oh, I know it sounds crazy…after all, Facebook drives 10 times the traffic of Twitter for news articles....
View ArticleYour 2-step hack to perform better in any situation
Nerves. Jitters. Complete hyperventilating freakouts? Yep, 100% totally natural. Maybe your heart pounds and your palms sweat when you speak in public. Or when you are about to ask for a promotion. And...
View ArticleI used to run out of ideas, until I found this
If you’re like me, you’re constantly wracking your brain and the internet for topics for blog posts. Along with stories and trends to keep your speaking engagements fresh. Plus, you’re looking for PR...
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