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Speaker Business

How Much Do Keynote Speakers Make in Canada? A Guide to Speaker Fees

Speaker fees vary wildly, from $500 to $50,000 per engagement. What determines where you fall on that range, and how do you move up it? We break down exactly how Canadian speakers price their work.

Getting Booked

How to Get Booked for Corporate Speaking Gigs (Even Without an Agent)

Corporate speaking is the most lucrative market for professional speakers in Canada. The booking process is less mysterious than it seems. Here is how event planners actually find and hire speakers.

Personal Brand

What Is a Positioning Statement and Why Every Speaker Needs One

If someone asked you right now, "What do you speak about and who is it for?" could you answer in one clear sentence? Your positioning statement is the foundation of your entire speaking business.

Storytelling

How to Write an Inspirational Speech That Actually Moves People

Most speakers make the same mistake: they choose a story first, then look for a message. The speakers who win competitions and get rehired do it the other way around. Here is the exact formula we teach.

Event Planners

What Event Planners Actually Look for When Booking a Speaker

After working with hundreds of speakers and dozens of corporate clients, we know exactly what tips the decision in a speaker's favour. It is rarely who you think, and almost never just the speech itself.

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