The Speaker Lab Podcast

Do you have a personal story that could help others, but you aren't sure how to get it out to people? Our guest on episode 62 will share how he took his own experiences and turned them into several businesses and a profitable speaking career to boot!Joe Sangl owns several businesses, has authored multiple best-selling books and speaks around the world.His own personal financial journey took him from dealing with debt and living paycheck to paycheck to being a successful entrepreneur, coach, speaker and leader today. And the experiences he gathered along the way are what he speaks about and shares to help others on their own financial journey.On this episode of The Speaker Lab, Joe talks about how he turned his early experiences and insights into courses, coaching and books. He also explains how speaking naturally arose from those endeavors. Listen in for that and so much more on this edition of The Speaker Lab. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWHow do you make the leap from having a story to sharing it?When did he know his financial passion could be a real business?What birthed his first real speaking opportunities?Why your message will always be evolving and changing.What happened in January 2008 that would become his ultimate launch pad?What resource is really important to having a successful speaking career?The three things a church must address to have a system that helps people with their finances.Can you make a living speaking to churches?And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESJoe Sangl's web siteInjoy Stewardship web siteJoe Sangl on TwitterI Was Broke, Now I'm Not, by Joe StanglJoe Stangl's other booksGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you been asked for your speaking fee but weren't sure how to bill for the travel aspect of your gig? Or have you ever wondered how to handle that topic when it does come up in the future?Wherever you are at in your speaking career the issues of travel expenses is going to come up. On this edition of the show I outlined the two ways to address travel expenses for your speaking gigs, including the pros and cons of each.I'll also share which of those two options I personally use and why. Tune in to hear it on episode 60 of The Speaker Lab! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWThe two ways of handling speaking-related travel expenses.What are the pros of invoicing your travel expenses separately?What are the main drawbacks to doing the same?What is my normal travel fee and what do I include?Why it is wise to include travel expenses in a flat speaking fee.What is the main downside of doing so?Should you let the client to book any of your travel?Why I never let the client book my airfare.And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESEpisode 6 of The Speaker LabGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode of The Speaker Lab, I have a very specialguest for you! My lovely and amazing wife Sheila Baldwin is here. Ibrought her on the show to talk about what it’s really like to bemarried to a speaker.Today we share the inner workings of our story and our lifetogether, so you can learn from our struggles and our triumphs.On this episode of The Speaker Lab, Sheila and I talk about theearly days of our relationship and our marriage, and how we havealways made things work even when we were strugglingfinancially.We answer a few listeners' questions, and dig into how we as afamily deal with my frequent travel, and how Sheila and our girlshave become accustomed to our crazy schedules. Listen in to hearall of that and so much more on this episode of The SpeakerLab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWOur "how we met" story.What it’s really like in the early days of a speakingcareer.How can your family "find their groove" when you're gone?How can you avoid being a workaholic at home?The benefits and disadvantages of homeschooling yourchildren.How can both spouses stay invested in one business?How you and your spouse can live a balanced life on abudget.The story of why we moved to beautiful Nashville!And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you are truly serious about becoming a speaker there are twothings I recommend you have: a web site of your very own andownership of your name as a domain. For example I have The SpeakerLab as well as Grant Baldwin.com.On episode 59 of The Speaker Lab I explain why I have bothsites, and why owning the domain of your own name is so important.I also share why you'll want to create a separate web site ifyou're going to have other speakers present your materials in thefuture, and how this is similar to a franchise model.Whether your choose to have just your personal name as your website or branch out with a program, both a domain and a site arecritical to being seen as an expert on your topic, and to gettinghired to speak. So listen in to episode 59 to hear all of that andso much more on today's edition of The Speaker Lab!THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWDo you want a potential client to hire you or yourprogram?Why do I have both The Speaker Lab and GrantBaldwin.com?Should you secure your own name as a web site?What you should do if your name has already been claimedonline.Where do I recommend purchasing domains?My top five recommendations on what to do if your name is hard tospell.What suffixes should you buy - .com, .net, etc.?Why do you need hosting and what is my recommended resource forit?And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESEpisode 36 of The Speaker LabEpisode 29 of The Speaker LabAll of my recommended resourcesMyBluehost affiliate linkGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wondered if you could grow your email list even when you're speaking live? There is a way and our guest, Tim Paige of LeadPages, is here to talk about it. Tim is an expert on email lists, including how to add people even when they aren't at their computers.If you haven't heard of LeadPages they are a company that creates online tools based on the latest and greatest of what's proven to be working in marketing. They are best known for their opt-in pages but they have also created LeadDigits and are committed to finding the best ways to get more leads and customers for their clients.Tim shares more about that today on this episode as well as how to get started growing your list and why your social media following matters to getting more speaking gigs. Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOWWhy does an email list matter? Tim explains.What is the most effective type of following?What are ways to build your list offline?Why you want to force your visitors to make a decision.The simplest way to share the slides from your speech with your audience.Why you should create multiple "buckets" for your email list.What two types of people are typically in the audience for your speeches?How many lead digits does he have working right now?And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESLeadPagesTim Paige on TwitterTim Paige on Episode 98 of HDYGITGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're coming down to the final few episodes of our 30 shows in 30 days. In fact this is 27 of 30 and it's another good one courtesy of a listener like you.Joe Sanok left a voicemail for me and asked the following brilliant question: Which of these two things has a greater impact on a person's speaking career: doing a podcast or hosting a live event?I love this question and can't wait to share my answer with you. Check out my thoughts on episode 57 of The Speaker Lab.EPISODE RESOURCESReserve your spot for Speaker Lab Live!Get Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Whatever level of speaking expertise you have you know the importance of a good demo video. But do you know what actually constitutes a good demo video and how you can create one? After this episode you will!On today's edition of The Speaker Lab, Wes Wages joins us to answer those questions and more. I brought Wes on to the show because he does all of my video content!He is an accomplished videographer who began his career by shooting weddings with his wife. After growing tired of endless weekend work he moved into helping entrepreneurs with their video needs.Today, Wes shares his expertise on how a great demo video can advance your career, what exactly should be included in your video and how long it should be. He also shares his advice on including audience reaction in your demo video, how to incorporate a good "hook", and how long a video can be before losing the audience's interest.Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW•   Wes shares why having a demo video is truly important.•   How to avoid "selling yourself" and instead showcase what you do.•   What can you do to personalize your demo videos?•   How to professionally include your contact information.•   What types of conferences should you focus on?•   Wes' 9 tips for an enjoyable experience with your videographer.•   What is a "raw file" and why do you need to request a copy of it?•   How to shoot a video without a videographer.•   And much, much more!EPISODE RESOURCESWes Wages' websiteWes Wages' gift for youWes Wages on TwitterWes Wages on InstagramWes Wages on FacebookEpisode 2 of The Speaker LabEpisode 40 of The Speaker LabGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you have different topics you would like to speak about? Do you have expertise in multiple areas and want to know how (or even if) you should give a speech for each area?Those are the questions being asked and answered on this episode, thanks to webinar viewer Marti who raise the topic originally.Join me as I dig into this rich subject on episode 55 of The Speaker Lab!EPISODE RESOURCESReserve your spot for Speaker Lab Live!Get Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As a speaker it's our privilege to share what we know and impart our wisdom on others. And it's also our privilege to get paid to do so!On episode 54 I'll be answering specific speaker fee questions from listener Danny. He wants to know if speaking fees should be priced per employee and if those fees should be available on your web site.Check out today's edition of The Speaker Lab to hear my answers and get the scoop on speaking fees!EPISODE RESOURCESReserve your spot for Speaker Lab Live!Get Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's question is coming from our friend Joe. Joe called in wanting to know if it's better to speak at other people's events, or host your own and speak at it?What are your thoughts - when should you speak at other people's events and when would you be ready to host an event on your own and be a speaker on the agenda?I'll give you my thoughts and experiences on this matter. Listen in to episode 53 of The Speaker Lab to hear my advice.EPISODE RESOURCESReserve your spot for Speaker Lab Live!Get Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.