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The One Thing Conference Organisers Want That Most Speakers Don't Have
May 21, 2026
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Building a Profitable, Aligned Speaking Business with Elliot Kay
Apr 23, 2026
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Apr 9, 2026
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What speakers can learn from journalists to become visible, credible and easier to book with Jon Card
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| 5/21/26 |  The One Thing Conference Organisers Want That Most Speakers Don't Have | In this episode of Speaking Business Podcast, I'm joined by Steve Markman, founder of Markman Speaker Management, who has more than 35 years' experience in the speaker field and has helped over 1,000 leaders secure speaking opportunities globally. Steve shares what speakers often don't realise about the conference world, including how competitive it is, how far in advance events are planned, and why your abstract can matter even more than your bio. We also talk about the difference between paid and unpaid speaking, why unpaid speaking can still lead to future income, and what paid speakers can learn from executives using speaking as part of their visibility and thought leadership strategy. This is a practical conversation for speakers who want to understand what really happens behind the scenes, how to make themselves more attractive to conference organisers, and how to position their content so it matches the audience, the event and the opportunity. | — | ||||||
| 5/7/26 |  Joe Frankie III: The Five-Minute LinkedIn Drill That Got Him Clients in 15 Countries | My guest this week is Joseph Frankie III, a soldier, logistician, businessman, coach and author of LinkedIn: The Five-Minute Drill for Executive Network Success. Joe has helped more than 750 executives, veterans and students across 15 countries use LinkedIn more strategically, and in this episode we talk about why your LinkedIn profile is no longer just an online CV, it's your digital persona, your networking tool and, in Joe's words, your billboard when you're not in the room. We explore why senior professionals and speakers need to show up properly on LinkedIn, what people are missing on their profiles, how storytelling helps you become more searchable and memorable, and why your LinkedIn presence may be doing more heavy lifting than your website. Joe also shares how his military background shaped his coaching business, how he uses podcasts and LinkedIn commercially, and why speakers need to start with the end in mind if they want LinkedIn to support more bookings. | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 |  Building a Profitable, Aligned Speaking Business with Elliot Kay | In this episode of Speaking Business Podcast, I'm joined by Elliot Kay, speaker, entrepreneur and CEO of The Speaker Awards and Speaker Summit. We talk about how to build a speaking business where everything works together, from keynote speaking and training to coaching and industry platforms, so that your positioning is aligned rather than all over the place. Elliot also shares the thinking behind his new keynote and book, Watch Me, why personal stories are landing so strongly right now, and the difference between speaking from a healed scar rather than an open wound. We also get into the business side of speaking, including habits, timekeeping, productivity, managing a five-hour workday, staying out of overwhelm, getting better commercially, and why speakers need to pay more attention to what is actually left after they've been paid. We also talk about The Speaker Awards and Speaker Summit, the gap Elliot set out to fill, why recognition matters, how awards can open doors, and what makes the summit different for speakers who want insight, access and practical value. It's a lively conversation packed with useful lessons for speakers who want to grow a credible, profitable business. | — | ||||||
| 4/9/26 |  From Fraud Examiner to Speaker Coach with Jenn Espinosa | In this episode, I'm joined by speaker coach Jenn Espinosa, whose route into speaking was anything but obvious. Before building her business, Jenn worked as a certified fraud examiner, using data, investigations and insight into human motivation to uncover where things were going wrong. Today, she helps speakers, coaches and consultants turn their message into something the market will actually pay for. We talk about what it really takes to build a speaking business, especially if your topic doesn't naturally fit into the obvious corporate boxes. Jenn shares how she helps clients shape their message for the right market, why so many speakers stay stuck on low fees, how to handle fee conversations more confidently, and why trying to speak on everything usually makes you harder to book, not easier. She also talks openly about how she gets work, why she believes speakers need to learn how to sell themselves, her thoughts on bureaus, the tools she uses in her business, and why she still believes in doing some things the old-school way. There's plenty in this conversation for speakers who want to become more commercial, more focused and more bookable. | — | ||||||
| 3/12/26 |  What speakers can learn from journalists to become visible, credible and easier to book with Jon Card | In this episode, I'm joined by Jon Card, former business journalist for The Guardian, The Times and The Daily Telegraph, and founder of Full Story Media. Jon shares what makes someone interesting to the media, how speakers can turn their expertise into quotes journalists actually want, and why being media-ready has far more crossover with being speaker-ready than many people realise. There's a lot in here for speakers who want to raise their profile without turning PR into a full-time job. We also dig into the parallels between media and speaking: credibility, clarity, story, readiness, and the fact that the people who get picked are often the ones who show up well, say yes, and make life easy for the person doing the choosing. If you want more visibility for your speaking business, this conversation will give you practical ideas you can act on straight away. | — | ||||||
| 2/26/26 |  Sustaining High Performance & Building a Speaking Business with Anna Hemmings | What does it really take to achieve and sustain high performance when the pressure never lets up? In this episode, I'm joined by two-time Olympian, six-time World Champion and Britain's most successful female kayaker, Anna Hemmings. Since retiring from elite sport, Anna has built a leadership and performance consultancy, working with organisations that want to stay at the top of their game year after year. We explore what changed for her after winning her first World Championship title, why the second one brought even more pressure, and the mindset shift required to keep raising the bar when everyone else is chasing you down. Anna shares how working with a sports psychologist shaped her approach to confidence, preparation and controlling the controllables, and how a career-threatening illness forced her not to "bounce back" but to bounce forward. For speakers, there's plenty here on building a serious business. Anna talks openly about how 50% of her work now comes from speaker bureaus, how long that took to build, and what changed when she improved her positioning, materials and fees. We discuss moving from one-off keynotes to longer-term client relationships, offering workshops and coaching beyond the speech, and why clarity of positioning is what brings repeat bookings. We also cover continuous learning, accreditation, tools such as CRM and LinkedIn, and why your content needs to resonate with the audience rather than simply tell your story. If you want to build a speaking business that is credible, sustainable and positioned at the top end of the market, there are some powerful lessons in this conversation . | — | ||||||
| 2/12/26 |  Shut Up, Move On: Building a Speaking Career That Lasts with Paul McGee | In this episode of the Speaking Business Podcast, Maria Franzoni is joined by Paul McGee, widely known as The Sumo Guy. Paul shares the real story behind building a long, sustainable speaking career, from losing his corporate job through ill health to becoming a bestselling author and one of the UK's most recognisable keynote speakers. They explore how S.U.M.O. (Shut Up, Move On) became a memorable and commercially viable framework, how Paul has kept his material relevant for over three decades, and why mindset, humour and practicality still matter more than slick performance. Paul also talks openly about fees, when speaking for low or no fee can make sense, how to judge success beyond audience applause, and what new speakers often misunderstand about turning passion into a paid business. An honest conversation about longevity, relevance, and what it really takes to stay bookable in a crowded speaking market. | — | ||||||
| 1/29/26 |  How to use webinars to grow your speaking business with Simone Vincenzi | In this episode of the Speaking Business Podcast, Maria is joined by Simone Vincenzi, sales consultant, speaker, co-founder of GTeX and co-founder of the Speaker Awards. Simone shares how he built his speaking career by creating his own stages when none were available, starting with weekly events that became his training ground. He talks candidly about how necessity has shaped his business model, from live events to webinars, and why webinars are one of the closest things a speaker can get to a live speaking gig. You'll hear why webinars are not just a marketing tactic but a core speaking asset, how they differ from stage presentations, and how speakers can use them to generate clients, build community, and secure paid speaking engagements. Simone also explains how he uses webinars as a showcase for event organisers, the tools he relies on, and why simplicity, pace and preparation matter more than production. This episode is packed with practical insight for speakers who want more control, flexibility and commercial return from their speaking business. Connect with Simone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-vincenzi/ Website: https://gtex.org.uk/ Free Webinar Training: https://growingtogetherexponentiallyltd.webinargeek.com/get-clients-with-webinars-2?cst=website Webinar Conversion Kit - Create your webinar presentation: https://webinarconversionkit.com/ | — | ||||||
| 1/15/26 |  The Practice Most Speakers Are Missing with Jayne Storey | Most speakers focus on what to say and how to say it. But what about the state you're in when you say it? Jayne Storey has spent decades working with elite performers—Olympians, Formula 1 drivers, senior leaders operating under intense pressure. What she's learned might surprise you: peak performance doesn't come from pushing harder. It comes from getting quiet. In this conversation, Jayne shares why flow is something you receive, not achieve, and how a simple daily practice can change the way you show up on stage. We talk about her journey from painfully shy to speaking in front of rooms full of CEOs, the 11-year-old tennis players who see the ball in slow motion, and what happened when she calmed her nerves in front of 300 police officers—right there on stage. If you've ever felt like you're fighting yourself before you speak, this one's for you. | — | ||||||
| 12/11/25 |  Finding the Rhythm with Freddie Ravel | In this episode, I sit down with the wonderful Freddie Ravel, the internationally acclaimed keynote maestro who has performed with icons like Madonna, Prince, Carlos Santana and Earth, Wind & Fire. Freddie blends music with leadership, communication and human connection in a way that few can. He shares how his multicultural musical upbringing, his time with legends, and his long-standing practice of building bridges through music now shape his global work as a speaker. We explore why listening is the hidden superpower, how music can dissolve cultural friction in international teams, and why human intelligence matters more than ever in an AI-driven world. Freddie talks us through how he prepares for deeply customised keynotes, the importance of addressing dissonance rather than skipping over it, and how speakers can bring more personality into their own performances. Whether you're a speaker, a leader, or someone fascinated by the link between human behaviour and rhythm, this conversation is rich with ideas you can apply immediately. | — | ||||||
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| 11/26/25 |  Market Eminence: Standing Out, Staying Relevant and Getting Hired with David Newman | In this episode, I'm joined by Certified Speaking Professional David Newman, author of Do it! Selling, Do it! Speaking, and Do it! Marketing. He has just published a new book titled Market Eminence. In our chat we get into the real commercial challenges speakers face today: obscurity, relevance, perceived expertise and why some speakers get three times the fee despite not being three times better. David breaks down why visibility, respect and brand preference matter more than ever, how to stop paying "obscurity tax", and why your language, responsiveness and reinvention cycles shape your long-term bookability. We also talk borrowed voice, freak flags, repelling the wrong clients, how to think instead of how-to do, and why speakers need to help bookers see around corners. It's a practical, no-nonsense conversation about becoming the obvious, safest choice in your market. A must-listen for anyone serious about being booked, rebooked and valued properly. | — | ||||||
| 11/13/25 |  From Boardroom to Mainstage: Lessons from Kevin Gaskell on Building a World-Class Speaking Career | From transforming Porsche and BMW to rowing across oceans, Kevin Gaskell has led a life packed with achievement. In this episode, he shares how he turned his boardroom experience into a thriving speaking career. Kevin talks about finding his niche, building his team, staying energised, and crafting stories that audiences remember. He also reveals the importance of preparation, humility, and humour in delivering real value to clients. A must-listen for anyone who wants to build a world-class speaking business grounded in authenticity, professionalism, and passion. | — | ||||||
| 10/22/25 |  What Speakers can Learn from Actors, Musicians and Dancers with Laura Penn | In this inspiring episode, I'm joined by Dr. Laura Penn, international keynote speaker, four-time TEDx speaker, and founder of the Leadership Speaking School in Switzerland. Laura believes that speaking is a performing art, one that requires craft, discipline, and heart. She shares how the world's best speakers approach their work like artists, creating every talk with intention and soul. From building rituals around preparation to rehearsing like a dancer or musician, Laura lifts the curtain on what it takes to deliver a talk that connects deeply with your audience. If you've ever wondered how to turn your presentations into performances that truly come alive, this one's for you. | — | ||||||
| 9/18/25 |  What Event Organisers are Looking for with Bureau President Monique Sar | What really makes a speaker bookable today? In this conversation with Monique Sar, President of BNC Speakers, we dive behind the scenes of how a boutique bureau works and what event organisers are really looking for. Monique shares why the gap between personal branding and content strategy can hold speakers back, and how building a strong online presence supports bureau representation and live bookings. We also discuss the role of relationships, how to make yourself more memorable, and the importance of solving problems rather than just delivering a talk. Monique explains the bureau's perspective on marketing, ROI, and outcomes, and why clarity of message is crucial if you want to break into the US market. Packed with practical takeaways, this episode is essential listening for any speaker who wants to understand how bureaus think, what clients want, and how to position yourself for long-term success. | — | ||||||
| 9/3/25 |  Ridiculously Easy to Do Business with – David Avrin on Speaking, Fees, and Getting the Gigs | This week on Speaking Business Podcast I'm joined by David Avrin, one of the most in-demand customer experience speakers on the circuit. David shares how he went from theatre and radio to building a global speaking business, why "good enough no longer is," and what it really takes to become ridiculously easy to do business with. We talk about the shift from marketing to customer experience, how speakers can raise their fees, the danger of being passive, and why speaking is not the business—getting the gigs is. Packed with practical advice and straight-talking insights, this is an episode that every speaker who wants more bookings (and bigger fees) needs to hear. | — | ||||||
| 7/10/25 |  Funny Gets You Booked with Emmy Award-Winning Comedy Writer Beth Sherman | What do Ellen, the Oscars, and your next keynote have in common? According to Emmy Award-winning comedy writer Beth Sherman, plenty. In this episode, Beth shares what years in TV comedy taught her about connection, timing, and truth, and how those same tools help speakers win over audiences and get booked again and again. We talk about moving from Hollywood to the UK stage, how to use humour without losing credibility, and why being funny isn't about punchlines - it's about being real. If you're ready to add more impact (and laughter) to your talks, this is one not to miss. | — | ||||||
| 6/26/25 |  Relevance, Resilience and Real Connection with Felicity Ashley | What does it take to stay relevant, speak with heart, and connect deeply with your audience? In this episode, Felicity Ashley shares her journey from serious illness to becoming a sought-after speaker on resilience and wellbeing. We talk about how she keeps her message fresh, the power of honesty on stage, and why speaking isn't about being the hero—it's about being human. She also explains how her background in marketing gives her an edge and how her book, Stronger Than the Storm, helped shape her brand and her business. A powerful reminder that connection trumps performance, and real stories stick. | — | ||||||
| 6/1/25 |  Build a Speaking Business by asking better Questions with Marlo Clarke | In this episode of the Speaking Business podcast, I'm joined by Marlo Clarke — a former international rugby player turned global speaker. Marlo's journey from Barbados to the stage isn't just inspiring, it's instructive. Instead of jumping straight into speaking, he spent a year travelling through 13 countries, asking people from all walks of life a simple but powerful question: What does a fulfilling life and career mean to you? That curiosity became the foundation of his talks — and his business. We talk about how Marlo builds tailored keynotes from scratch, why listening always comes before speaking, and how being easy to work with gets him booked again and again. You'll also hear his take on purpose, failure, storytelling, and what it really takes to build a sustainable speaking career without shortcuts or hype. If you're looking for clarity, relevance, and a reminder that speakers succeed by solving real problems — this episode is for you. | — | ||||||
| 5/7/25 |  From the Philippines to the World Stage with Sha Nacino | When Sha Nacino answered a question at a speaker convention in Singapore, she had no idea her 30-second response would change everything. That moment led to global speaking invitations, virtual summits with tens of thousands of attendees, and a spot on Global Gurus' Top 30 Motivational Speakers list, alongside Tony Robbins and Simon Sinek. In this conversation, Sha shares how she built a truly international speaking business from the Philippines, why leading with service (not sales) opens more doors, and how one idea from a webinar turned into a $20,000 leadership programme. We talk about visibility, trust, systems, and Sha's unique way of making the complex simple, whether it's for HR professionals or C-suite leaders. It's a joyful, practical episode full of insights for speakers who want to be booked, trusted, and remembered. | — | ||||||
| 4/15/25 |  Style isn't superficial it's strategy - with Kay Korsh | This week I'm joined by Kay Korsh, former celebrity stylist turned speaker style strategist. After 20 years dressing A-listers and working with luxury brands, Kay now helps professional speakers align their wardrobe with their message. We talk about what speakers get wrong with their style, why being fashionable isn't the goal, and how your wardrobe can either build or break audience trust. Kay explains why digitising your wardrobe is a game-changer, how mindful consumption applies to speakers, and what you should consider before buying one more jacket. If you want to feel confident on stage and look like the fee you're charging, this one's for you. Kay has shared some useful links: LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-korsh/ Colour Quiz for Professional Speakers: https://kkorsh.outgrow.us/speakers-colourtest Ultimate step-by-step guide to looking great on stage: https://outfit.mindoverfashion.com/look-great-on-stage-as-a-professional-speaker | — | ||||||
| 4/18/23 |  From a mindset of poverty to a high paying speaking business with Jaz Ampaw-Farr | As CEO of Human First Ltd, Jaz Ampaw-Farr helps leaders who want to influence, inspire and motivate their teams with greater engagement in order to grow their businesses and leave a lifelong legacy. Jaz combines lessons learned from a challenging and often brutal childhood with those from her rise TV presenter, TEDx Speaker, stand-up comedian and Z-list reality TV star. Her authentic honesty and humour consistently empower people to think differently about leading themselves and others. Jaz has managed to go from a market where she is highly established and a bit of a rockstar into a brand new market, and that transition, is not easy. We'll find out exactly how she did that and how she has now become very successful in her new market. Jaz will also share how she runs her business and what her products and services are. Links Connect with Jaz on LinkedIn Learn more about Maria Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Listen Here Libsyn Itunes Stitcher | — | ||||||
| 12/27/22 |  Intentional Storytelling with Steve Ashton | Intentional Storytelling Steve Ashton is an expert in Executive Presence and Storytelling. He became an expert in both of these disciplines through personal experience of being the sales and marketing director of a business that grew from £7m turnover to £68m in 3 years, through thousands of hours of live tv, radio, theatre acting, stand-up comedy and podcasting as well as more than 30 years working in Learning and Development. He recently left a role as Chief Leaming officer for an international Division of American Express and has set up his own practice focussing his efforts on helping people increase their presence and ability to engage, connect and inspire people with storytelling. Steve shares why storytelling is such a popular subject these days, why it's important to be a good storyteller and some top tips and tools to use for storytelling. Links Connect with Steve on LinkedIn Learn more about Maria Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Listen Here Libsyn Itunes Stitcher Spotify | — | ||||||
| 12/20/22 |  How every speaker could benefit from having a manager with QJ | How every speaker could benefit from having a manager. Who better to be looking after your speaking career, than a manager used to dealing with bookers, promoters, and agents in one of the toughest of all businesses – the music business? QJ is very familiar with the notorious rogues, the dodgy dealings and the pitfalls that we come across in the speaking business – to this day. When he started out in the business, he was an artist, songwriter and producer signed to a couple of major record labels himself, but eventually ran his own record label, signing other artists, and dealing with the likes of record pluggers, radio DJs, in order to get publicity, exposure, and radio play for those he signed. He says, 'You really have to be pretty ruthless in the music business to get anywhere. So having honed my skills in that industry, I find that the challenges of making progress in speaking are not dissimilar, but a lot easier.' QJ shares his passion for 'other people's talent' and why he believes that a good manager can take your speaking career to the next level. Links Connect with QJ on LinkedIn Learn more about Maria Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Listen Here Libsyn Itunes Stitcher Spotify | — | ||||||
| 12/13/22 |  Finding your 'True Funny' with Paul Dornan | Finding your 'True Funny' Paul Dornan has worked in the TV and film and comedy world for over two decades as a writer, producer, director, teacher and mentor. Specialising in character comedy and comedy-drama, he's written and helped create sketch shows, sit-coms, series and films that have won awards, stormed the box office and sold around the world. Along the way he's worked with a galaxy of stars – from Dame Edna to Mrs Merton aka Caroline Aherne from Boy George to Downton's Hugh Bonneville, from Lenny Henry to the Spice Girls. A natural collaborator and team player, he's acted as writing mentor for rising comedy talents and once co-wrote the massive Sunday Times No 1 bestseller 'The A-Z OF Behaving Badly with Simon Nye – one of the biggest comedy books ever. Away from page and screen, he has used his narrative skills in the business world too, helping a range of international brands with creative brainstorming and story. He's now the founder of a new venture – True Funny – a service offering creative consultancy and coaching to help professional speakers bring more humour, warmth and likeable storytelling to their work. Paul shares how his work as a writer and director can help speakers make great main-stage speeches, what true funny is and why this is so important for professional speakers and whether making people laugh is a god given gift, a magic trick, or is this something anyone can learn. Links Connect with Paul on LinkedIn Learn more about Maria Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Listen Here Libsyn Itunes Stitcher Spotify | — | ||||||
| 12/6/22 |  Owning your own story with Lesley Woods | Owning your own story. With a background in Public Relations, Lesley Woods has 20 years' experience of curating and creating compelling stories. Her career has taken her around the world, working with international partners to shine a light on the work of her military colleagues, from celebrating Christmas in Kandahar to delivering humanitarian aid to the Central African Republic. As a current serving senior Royal Air Force Reserve Media Officer, she shares unique perspectives gained from her operational experience. Her mission is to get you out of the (communication) trenches and into new territory, to get you thinking differently about how you can emotionally engage your audiences. In her civilian 'day job' role she leads campaigns in the UK Ministry of Defence Communications Directorate, a team that aims to 'give a voice to the men and women who serve so that their stories can be heard'. To help the UK Armed Forces reach new audiences she has led collaborations with films, TV series and documentaries, from influencer events with Disney to a PR partnership with the producers of James Bond. She once lost half an eyebrow evacuating a TV documentary crew from a burning toilet tent in Afghanistan....whilst wearing ballistic pants. Lesley shares the importance of using your OWN story along with tips on the concept of bullet-proof storytelling. For those speakers that are interviewed, Lesley has lots of advice from her media training background. And if you ever fancied climbing a tree for Tom Cruise, well Lesley can tell you how. Links Connect with Lesley on LinkedIn Learn more about Maria Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Listen Here Libsyn Itunes Stitcher Spotify | — | ||||||
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