by Lois Creamer | Lois Creamer's Blog
A big shout-out to my client and friend, Harriet Stein, for bringing the “Gallup Workplace Trends” report to my attention and now to yours. Here are ten highlights from the report and how I think you can leverage each for your speaking business. Employee...
by Lois Creamer | Market Intelligence
I just read the Northstar Meetings Group and Cvent Survey on the latest in meeting intelligence. Here is a summary, aided by using ChatGPT. 📊 Meetings Feeling the Impact—Economy Leads the List Over 60% of planners say their meetings have been impacted in the past two...
by Lois Creamer | Market Intelligence
The speaking industry is changing, and if you’re a speaker, consultant, or expert, you need to know what’s happening behind the scenes. We’re seeing a wave of disruption driven by economic shifts, audience demands, and political sensitivities. But...
by Lois Creamer | Grow Your Speaking Business: Sales and Marketing, Successful Speakers Sell Products, The Business of Speaking: Get Paid to Speak
I hear it all the time: “I’m not comfortable selling myself, talking about myself.” My initial response? Find another line of work! I don’t say this to be rude. I say it because it’s the truth. If you want to book speaking gigs, you have to be willing to reach out,...
by Lois Creamer | Lois Creamer's Blog
First, I want to address DEI. Consider shifting the focus from the label “DEI” to a narrative centered on something like “Building a Culture of Opportunity.” This approach can spotlight tangible benefits—like enhanced innovation, better...
