Speaker 1st Steps

New speakers should start with a basic web presence and build from there. Here is a good start-up plan.

Do Christian Women Speakers Need a Promo Video?

If you are hoping to be invited to travel, to speak to large venues, or to speak with famous speakers, a promo video is critical. If you are comfortable speaking to smaller, local groups, like 50% of the speakers at www.womenspeakers.com, then a promo video is not necessary.

Quick Reminder: I ONLY Pinch Hit Speak

Pinch Hit Speaking is how God allows me to get my work done and remain available to you — but ONLY if your original guest has to cancel at the last minute.

Introducing Your Guest Speaker

Question from Mary (a speaker): I was recently introduced with six words. This is our speaker, Mary XXX. I felt sort of upset, but I don’t even understand why I felt bad!
Marnie’s Answer: God will help you get over this, but it is true that the introduction of a speaker should [...]

Speakers Selling Products?

Question from Sarah: A speaker we brought in recently set up a table of her books and CDs in the foyer without ever even asking. We had sold a booth there to a local bookstore and it was sort of a mess. We’ve never had this happen before. What should we do?
Marnie’s [...]