Lois Creamer Blog
Gallup Business Trends Report
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 Engagement...
Meeting Intelligence April 2025
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...
Speaking Industry Update: What’s In, What’s Out, and How to Stay Booked
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 here's the good...
Mastering the Art of Selling Yourself – Because No One Else Will!
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,...
DEI, Cultural Agility and The Future of Government Meetings
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 teamwork, and stronger...
5 Challenges Facing Professional Speakers in 2025—And How to Overcome Them
Professional speaking is changing fast, and staying ahead of the curve is the key to booking more business. The good news? Every challenge presents an opportunity—if you know how to leverage it. Here are five hurdles speakers will face in 2025 and how to turn them...
Due Diligence: Creating Your Successful Speaking Practice
As a consultant in the speaking industry for over 20 years, I've refrained from commenting on offers from others promising to help create a million-dollar speaking practice. Yet, again this year, I'm sharing my opinion after coming across numerous such offers during...
Real Intelligence vs. AI: Mastering the Skills That Machines Can’t Replace
Remember when the internet first arrived in our lives? (I was a blonde back then.) I remember vividly how some were adamant it would never be allowed in schools. Imagine that! Fast forward, and now it’s part of the fabric of education, business, and nearly every...
Meetings Intel Update – October 2024
MEETINGSNET just put out their latest Global Forecast report and it should make us all very happy! A whopping 70% of meeting professionals see budget growth for 2025. 70% of respondents from North America, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific expect growth. Â Only...