Specialization in Public Speaking and Persuasive Communication Skills

Overview

“I delve into how speaking agencies function as intermediaries connecting event organizers with speakers. You will learn about the benefits and drawbacks of being represented by an agency, including increased exposure and reduced sales pressure, but also facing higher competition and sharing a percentage of fees. I cover qualities agencies look for in speakers, application requirements like a great speech and testimonials, and tips on selecting and approaching agencies that align with your speaking goals. You will also explore factors influencing the negotiation of fees, such as experience, education level, reputation, and exposure level.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Speaking Agencies, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in Public Speaking and Persuasive Communication Skills. Master public speaking skills, boost confidence, and craft persuasive communication to captivate any audience with storytelling techniques.

Partial transcription of the video

“As you get more and more experience as a speaker, and build up your showreel, you could consider joining a speaking bureau. or a speaking agency. Speaking agencies represents speakers across all sorts of different industries. and they will act as a go-between. Between conference organisers and speakers. There are pros and cons of joining speaker agencies. The pros? Obviously you have somebody going out there and marketing you and finding speaking opportunities for you. you'll get greater exposure because you'll be featured on their website. It can reduce pressure on you to deal with sales o...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in Public Speaking and Persuasive Communication Skills

• Level: Beginner
• 83 students
• 6 units
• 81 lessons (9h 50m)
• 32 downloads

• Category

  Marketing & Business

• Areas

  Communication, Creative Consulting, Storytelling