Covering every aspect of launching, building, and maintaining a successful speaking career, Paid to Speak is a must-read for professional speakers-whether keynote speaker, motivator, coach, trainer, facilitator, or consultant-as well as those aspiring to a speaking career.Divided into four sections, the content corresponds with the four core competencies that the National Speakers Association (NSA) has identified for success as a professional speaker:- Eloquence: platform mechanics, presenting, and preparing- Enterprise: business management, sales, and marketing- Expertise: topic development, authorship, and product development- Ethics: professional awareness and professional developmentThirty-four working NSA members who have built thriving speaking businesses weigh in with valuable insights and proven strategies on a gamut of topics, making Paid to Speak essential to any speaker's list of reference materials. Learn how to- Create compelling presentations using stories and humor- Hone your presentation and facilitation skills- Convey a professional image through dress and body language- Market and sell yourself effectively- Develop an authentic and innovative brand - Partner with speakers bureaus- Spice up your writing, and sell book proposals- Establish yourself as an expert in your niche- Leverage the virtual world- Adhere to an ethical code of behavior- And much, much more!Read Paid to Speak from cover to cover, or open it to any chapter, for tried-and-true, hands-on information on taking your speaking career-and your bank account-to the next level.