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Speakipedia Podcast #32: Lois Creamer

Speakipedia Posted on December 10, 2024 by juanDecember 18, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #32: Lois Creamer

Dave Bricker: Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakipedia.com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk, smart strategies and amazing stories from visionary speakers … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast #29: Susan Ford Collins

Speakipedia Posted on November 19, 2024 by juanNovember 27, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #29: Sussan Ford Collins

Dave Bricker (00:06) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakipedia.com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk, smart strategies, and amazing stories from visionary … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast #27: Marilyn August

Speakipedia Posted on October 25, 2024 by juanNovember 13, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #27: Marilyn August

 TranscriptĀ  Dave Bricker (00:05) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakepedia .com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk, smart strategies, and … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast #14:
Andrea Gold

Speakipedia Posted on July 16, 2024 by juanAugust 14, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #14:Andrea Gold

Transcript:Ā  Dave Bricker (00:07) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business?Ā  This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakepedia .com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk and smart strategies from … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast # 9:
David H. Lawrence the XVII

Speakipedia Posted on June 21, 2024 by juanJuly 10, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast # 9:David H., Lawrence the XVII

Transcript Dave Bricker (00:01) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakypedia Media brought to you by Speakypedia .com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk and smart strategies from … More ā˜›

Publishing Straight Talk

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Publishing Straight Talk

There are plenty of good reasons to self-publish, but not all are profit-oriented or even rational. Before you invest in your book, take a look in the mirror and ask yourself some serious questions. Why did I write my book? … More ā˜›

Rethinking Book Cover Design

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Rethinking Book Cover Design

Book cover design tells the story of the story. It must convey the spirit and intentions of the author authentically, and it also has a few practical chores to perform. If a book cover design is to accomplish these things … More ā˜›

Publishing Advice – Practices & Principles

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Publishing Advice – Practices & Principles

The following publishing advice is based on my own experiences and those of my clients. I hope you find it valuable and encouraging, even if it changes your expectations. I’ve written and published 12 books. I’ve guided many remarkable people … More ā˜›

Publishing Scams and How they Work

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Publishing Scams and How they Work

Many self-publishers start their book projects with unrealistic expectations and misunderstandings about how publishing works. A huge industry has arisen to prey on writers who are unsure of the path. This article explains the basics of how publishing scams work … More ā˜›

Book Giveaways: Are They Worth it?

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Book Giveaways: Are They Worth it?

Should you give away books for free? The value of book giveaways can’t be assessed by formula. The prevailing mythology suggests that the goal of publishing is to sell books, but the huge majority of indie publishers don’t do the … More ā˜›

Reality Checklist for Self-Publishers

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Reality Checklist for Self-Publishers

One question that loops endlessly on writers’ forums is ā€œHow can I sell more books?ā€ The question is a natural one, but for many self-publishers, it betrays a certain lack of awareness about the publishing business. Lest I sound holier … More ā˜›

Self-Publishing & Vanity Publishing: Confuse Them and Pay the Price

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Self-Publishing & Vanity Publishing: Confuse Them and Pay the Price

What is true self-publishing? What is the difference between self-publishing and ā€œvanity publishingā€ or ā€œsubsidy publishing?ā€ How do these differ from ā€œtraditional publishing?ā€ Don’t publish until you understand these terms; that knowledge can make or break your book. Learn about … More ā˜›

Self-Publishing? Get Real(istic)!

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Self-Publishing? Get Real(istic)!

There are plenty of good reasons to self-publish, but not all are profit-oriented or even rational. Before you invest in your book, take a look in the mirror and ask yourself some serious questions. Understand what you’re getting into and define success at its proper place on the spectrum between retail sales and artistic satisfaction. With some clarity, planning and management of expectations, even a modest publishing venture can be rewarding and satisfying.

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Many Unhappy Returns – Think Outside the Bookstore

Speakipedia Posted on June 13, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 13, 2024
Many Unhappy Returns – Think Outside the Bookstore

If you’re hoping to have mainstream bookstore distribution, using a Vanity Press may present some obstacles. Book buyers will likely tell you, “your book may be excellent, but you’re using a Vanity Publisher and the vast majority of their books … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast #6
Fabio Marques

Speakipedia Posted on May 24, 2024 by Dave BrickerJune 26, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #6  Fabio Marques

  Dave Bricker (00:02) This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakipedia.com. Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk and smart strategies from visionary … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast #2:
Kay Allison

Speakipedia Posted on May 9, 2024 by Dave BrickerMay 22, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #2:Kay Allison

 Transcript Dave BrickerĀ (00:07) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by Speakipedia.com. I’m your emcee Dave Bricker bringing you straight talk and smart strategies from visionary … More ā˜›

Speakipedia Podcast #1:
Bruce Turkel

Speakipedia Posted on May 9, 2024 by Dave BrickerMay 17, 2024
Speakipedia Podcast #1: Bruce Turkel

 Transcript Dave Bricker (00:06) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakipedia .com. I’m your MC Dave Bricker bringing you straight talk and smart strategies … More ā˜›

“Speaking” Means More Than Keynoting

Speakipedia Posted on January 22, 2024 by Dave BrickerJuly 25, 2024
ā€œSpeakingā€ Means More Than Keynoting

Many people think of “speakers” as people who perform on big stages, but keynote speaking is only part of what professional speaking is about. Choose the best speaking business model for you. Keynote speakers have a “one-and-done” business. No matter … More ā˜›

Speaking Tip: Don’t Overfeed Your Audience

Speakipedia Posted on January 22, 2024 by Dave BrickerJuly 25, 2024
Speaking Tip: Don’t Overfeed Your Audience

We all love dessert! If you dine at Seasons 52, you’ll be presented with a selection of tiny sweets at the end of your meal—chocolate mousse, key lime pie, carrot cake, and a host of other delectable options to enjoy … More ā˜›

After the Performance: The Meeting Debrief

Speakipedia Posted on January 19, 2024 by Dave BrickerApril 26, 2024
After the Performance: The Meeting Debrief

The number one way to get more bookings is to turn each performance into more performances. The post-performance debrief is a useful strategy for accomplishing this. When you schedule your performance, also schedule a meeting or call during the following … More ā˜›

How to Negotiate with a Speaker?

Speakipedia Posted on January 10, 2024 by Dave BrickerMay 16, 2024
How to Negotiate with a Speaker?

How do you negotiate with a speaker? What if you find just the right speaker for your conference and then discover there’s a gap between your budget and their fee? Here are a few ways to close the price—value gap. … More ā˜›

Consulting

Speakipedia Posted on January 8, 2024 by Dave BrickerJanuary 8, 2024
Consulting

Preparing for a presentation? Ask about support with contest speeches, TEDx talks, and the big pitch. Rock your talk with a full gamut of services from writing to delivery coaching to follow-up strategy. Inquire:

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Choose the Right Speaking Business Model for You

Speakipedia Posted on January 3, 2024 by Dave BrickerApril 12, 2024
Choose the Right Speaking Business Model for You

Keynoting: Many people associate ā€œspeakingā€ with standing on a stage in front of an auditorium full of people, but there are many other ways to earn income as a speaker. Keynote work pays well, but it’s difficult to compete for, … More ā˜›

No Response? Leave ’em Satisfied … and Hungry!

Speakipedia Posted on January 24, 2023 by Dave BrickerJuly 1, 2024

We all love dessert! If you dine at Seasons 52, you’ll be presented with a selection of tiny sweets at the end of your meal—chocolate mousse, key lime pie, carrot cake, and a host of other delectable options to enjoy … More ā˜›

Sound Advice for Writers & Publishers

Speakipedia Posted on July 26, 2022 by Dave BrickerJuly 1, 2024

The following advice on writing and publishing is based on my own experiences and those of my clients. I hope you find it valuable and encouraging, even if it changes your expectations. I’ve written and published twelve books, and I’m … More ā˜›

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