5 Models to Monetize Your Talk

5 Models to Monetize Your Talk

You have your signature talk! Now what? Let me share with you 5 ways to monetize your talk… Congratulations!  You have been featured on some of the most coveted stages in the world. Perhaps it’s a TED, TEDx, 99U, SXSW or other prestigious events, and if you are a professional speaker, this exposure will only
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The Anatomy of a TED Talk - Amy Cuddy

Anatomy of a TED TALK: Amy Cuddy

Every year– as I work with the amazing speakers who take the stage– I’m blown away by the IDEAS for IMPACT these people bring into the world. Even the speakers– as they get to know each other during our group calls– are blown away by their colleagues. These are regular people– just like you and
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The Anatomy of a TED Talk - Kelly MacGonigal

ANATOMY OF A TED TALK: Kelly McGonigal

It’s Fall in the Northern Hemisphere! With four children back in school this means: applying for college, (my oldest son is a senior), work, school dances, raking leaves, AND organizing a TEDx event for 1,200 people (coming up on November 11). And just to add to that list– it’s month #10 of a big crisis
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The Anatomy of a TED Talk - Shawn Achor

Anatomy of a TED Talk: Shawn Achor

Last Saturday my husband and I were invited to my friend, neighbor, and Editor-in-Chief Linda’s party. She had designed a gathering especially to celebrate her daughter, Sarah’s “Going Steady” milestone. As I sat at my table, I simply took some time to take in the ambiance.There were guests of all ages. (The couple sitting next
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The Anatomy of a TED Talk - Simon Sinek

THE ANATOMY OF A GREAT TALK: SIMON SINEK

In a previous post, I introduced my FRAMEWORK that I share with clients to use to create their TED talks. It breaks down the presentation into different key elements that contribute to an overall great talk.  I decided to explore several popular TED talks to use as examples of this framework in action.  My hope
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The Anatomy of a TED Talk - Brene Brown

THE ANATOMY OF A GREAT TALK: BRENÉ BROWN

I’ve created a FRAMEWORK which my clients use to create their TED Talks. It breaks down the presentation into different key elements that contribute to an overall great talk. This is NOT A FORMULA–nor a cookie cutter, step-by-step process. It’s a simple framework– the box which holds the sand– so you can create your unique,
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what is your cornerstone idea

What is your CORNERSTONE IDEA?

Last Friday I spent a whole day with a group of IDEApreneuers working on their TEDx talks. I am PASSIONATE about Ideas, Entrepreneurship and the PROCESS of Clarifying, Strategizing and helping businesses have a larger impact in the world. I love helping my clients CLARIFY their CORNERSTONE IDEA and prepare the TALK OF THEIR LIVES! 
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