Million Dollar Speaking: The Professional's Guide to Building Your Platform
<h4>Make your move into, or improve your position in, the powerful world of professional speaking</h4> <p>If you think you have what it takes to speak professionally, or you've already been doing so with insufficient reward, now is the time to make your move. <p>Bestselling business author and Professional Speaking Hall of Fame member Alan Weiss offers the inside advice you need to turn your talent into a high-paying career―from honing your delivery skills to building a business. In <i>Million Dollar Speaking</i>, you’ll learn the critical skills of <ul> <li>Dealing with difficult crowds <li>Creating powerful speeches <li>Targeting high-potential markets <li>Creating a "star" reputation <li>Setting fees that reflect your outstanding value <li>Perfecting platform skills―making ¬them the best in the business <li>Expanding your business through diversification</ul> <p>Weiss has packed the guide with tips, resources, helpful examples, and checklists that make it easy for you to keep a record of your progress. Whether you're a trainer, workshop leader, or consultant, <i>Million Dollar Speaking</i> has what you need to get on the paid public-speaking circuit in no time.