Speakernomics

This week on Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney is joined by David Avrin, CSP who shares valuable insights from his long career in the speaking industry and shares a sneak preview of what he'll be talking about on the Main Stage at Influence 2024! In this session, David will: Clarify the distinction between the art of speaking and the business of booking speaking gigs. He e

In this episode of Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney speaks with Grant Baldwin, the founder of The Speaker Lab, to delve into strategies for building a sustainable speaking business. In this session, Grant will: Illustrate the necessity of treating a speaking career as a legitimate business and adopting a long-term perspective on growth and success, advocating for commitme

In this weeks episode of Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney is joined by Hall of Fame Speaker Mark Scharenbroich to explore how simple metaphors can turn into impactful careers in professional speaking. In this enlightening session, Mark will: Illustrate how to captivate and connect with diverse audiences by turning everyday observations into profound, relatable messages th

In this episode of Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney is joined by Hall of Fame speaker and NSA past president Don Hutson, CSP, CPAE. With an extensive history in the speaking industry, Don shares valuable takeaways on sustaining a successful speaking career. During this episode, Don will: Elaborate on the significance of in-depth research and tailored content, urging speak

This week on Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney speaks with Hall of Fame Speaker, Ross Bernstein, about the mechanisms of building and sustaining momentum in a demanding speaking career. In this episode, Ross will: Illustrate the power of authenticity in the speaking industry by showcasing how to be funny, entertaining, insightful, and deliver great value to audiences. Enco

In this weeks episode of Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney visits with renowned communications expert, author, and president of the NSA New York City chapter, Robin Hatcher, CSP. Robin leverages her experience as a professional actor and soap opera writer to illuminate the concept of "actor types" in the context of communication for speakers. Throughout this episode, Robin

In this week's episode of Speakernomics, expert negotiator Fotini Iconomopoulos shares valuable insights on negotiating as a professional speaker. At the end of this episode, Fotini will help you: Evaluate the importance of continual improvement and the necessity for speakers to be at the top of their game before pursuing international opportunities. Develop a clear strategy, demon

In this episode of Speakernomics, Kenneth "Shark" Kinney talks to Marcus Sheridan, CSP on valuable insights on leveraging your business story and transparency in pricing to grow your speaking career. At the end of this session, Marcus will help you: Comprehend the significance of leaning into your business story to resonate with audiences and position yourself as a relatable speake

In this episode of Speakernomics, host Kenneth "Shark" Kinney and guest Brittany Hodak, an award-winning entrepreneur and customer experience speaker, delve into the topic of creating superfans in the speaking industry. They discuss strategies for building a thriving speaking business, improving the customer experience, and fostering loyal followers. Key Takeaways: Elevating Every

This week, renowned customer service expert and Cavett Award recipient, Ruby Newell-Legner, CSP shares her insights and strategies for delivering exceptional customer service in diverse industries, including sports, leisure, and entertainment. Ruby emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, building strong relationships, and prioritizing employee satisfaction. She a