The GaryVee Audio Experience Everything you need to know to become a paid public speaker | With VaynerSpeakers
Jan 24, 2025
Zach Nadler, CEO of VaynerSpeakers, shares his 15 years of expertise in the public speaking industry. He discusses the current landscape of speaking, including rising speaker fees and the importance of humility. Zach emphasizes gaining experience through free gigs and refining content to stay relevant. He also illustrates the benefits of live over video showcases for assessing speakers and explores how authenticity can help stand out in an oversaturated market. Insightful tips for both aspiring speakers and event organizers make this conversation invaluable.
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Speaking Market Boom
- The speaking market is booming, with more speakers and events than ever before, including virtual events.
- Virtual event fees range from free to hundreds of thousands of dollars for big names.
Virtual Event Fees
- Top celebrities can earn hundreds of thousands of dollars for virtual appearances to draw traffic.
- Lesser-known speakers often do virtual events for free to gain exposure.
Post-Pandemic Speaking
- Physical speaking events have made a full return post-pandemic and are even stronger.
- Speaker fees are currently increasing across the board, from A-list to D-list.