tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post4757794079646011686..comments2024-03-22T06:00:11.313-07:00Comments on Pen & Pro$per : Pen & Prosper Welcomes Motivational Speaker, T.V. Personality and Poet-*Sporty King*Jennifer Brown Bankshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15525705931988259779noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-75438373129421221072012-10-03T06:41:04.889-07:002012-10-03T06:41:04.889-07:00(Btw. you can find some truly amazing and interesi...(Btw. you can find some truly amazing and interesing info about <i><b>Speaking on Cruise Ships</b></i> at: <a href="http://hpshappywriting2.blogspot.nl/p/upcomming-events.html" rel="nofollow">Upcomming Events</a>)hpvanduurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05343831825247638323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-31499303754351914852012-09-03T08:27:36.334-07:002012-09-03T08:27:36.334-07:00Yes, those people usually speak on stage for large...Yes, those people usually speak on stage for large crowds, Since I have worked in the Music Business I already am somewhat familiar with large crowds..., <br /><br />As a matter of a fact I actually once have been invited to come to the <i>Arena</i> in Amsterdam, there was a whole stadium full of people. There you had lot's of people cheering, clapping their hands etc. etc. When looking at all those people standing up and cheering, I was pretty impressed, almost making me bow and saying thanks to all those people.<br /><br />Only I wonder if the fact that <i>- Mick Jagger -</i> came on stage behind me might have had something to do <br />with my standing ovation :)HP van Duurenhttp://hpshappywriting2.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-14167621663003866112012-08-22T17:29:57.487-07:002012-08-22T17:29:57.487-07:00Speakers' Bureaus usually get 25-30% commissio...Speakers' Bureaus usually get 25-30% commission for booking speakers, so it's to their advantage to rep someone who commands $5K and above. Yet that is not etched in stone. Most things are negotiable. I am not a member of a bureau, so can't give much inside scoop.<br /><br />Toastmasters will give you the chance to present during local conventions and meetings as a part of your growth... with everything starting in club activity. You also get to see several other styles.sporty kingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-31822861637064589942012-08-22T09:03:30.855-07:002012-08-22T09:03:30.855-07:00Heavy traveling right now. Didn't have chance ...Heavy traveling right now. Didn't have chance to check thread...<br />You're right about Speaker Agencies. They're called Bureaus and since work on commission the saying is that they don't need you until you don't need them. <br /><br />Flight taking off now. More later. Didn't want to lose this. Sporty kingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-46103630085573559302012-08-14T02:42:03.981-07:002012-08-14T02:42:03.981-07:00Yes, I read about things like doing voice overs, (...Yes, I read about things like doing voice overs, (also script writing with writing dialogues is something that I find interesting) and I also read about Speaking on stage, Speaking for Associations etc. etc. (or speaking on Cruise Ships) and read about Speakers Agencies, Toastmasters is also an organisation that came up while reading about it.<br /><br />Since the Speakers Agencies probably only want the polished professional speakers that already have a certain <i>'Celebrity Status',</i> Toastmasters definitely looks like an interesting <i>'Play Ground'</i> for developing Speaking Skills, <br />Thanks. hpvanduurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05343831825247638323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-86952773089128958822012-08-13T20:42:35.861-07:002012-08-13T20:42:35.861-07:00HP - your blog suggestion to check out Ted.com is ...HP - your blog suggestion to check out Ted.com is a good one. Deeper into the insight of those who are showcased there is the fact that they are not always polished professional speakers. They are also a dose of people with a passion for a cause, and thus their message comes across very clearly. This should empower those visiting the site to take the first step. Know that you have something to say, and share it.<br /><br />They might also do well to visit and join a Toastmasters club to polish presentation skills. That is a self-paced venture that takes members through the process of focusing on a different aspect each time (voice, tone, gestures...). Toastmasters.org would be your connect for that.<br /><br />Ongoing blessings and thanks,<br />Sportysporty kingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-85672937138400319102012-08-13T20:28:55.280-07:002012-08-13T20:28:55.280-07:00Neither one on a conscious level. In retrospect it...Neither one on a conscious level. In retrospect it would be writing, because that's planning and rewriting. When you're speaking you're in the moment, and it either happens or not. I don't dread either one. I know I will deliver "Sporty." You can't have a mindset of regret. You have to maintain a spirit of focus and authenticity.Sporty Kingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-1490867053464490412012-08-13T13:18:08.933-07:002012-08-13T13:18:08.933-07:00I already did have a visit to the site and the Spe...I already did have a visit to the site and the Speaker info, because I do find the whole <i>'Speaking Arena'</i> interesting and as you can see on my Upcomming Events Page on my blog, it can also have all kinds of interesting extra benefits. <br /><br />I have been thinking about possibly becomming a speaker myself only I am thinking about first possibly do things like <br />Podcasting (also see <a href="http://hpshappyhomebusiness.blogspot.nl/2011/07/do-you-want-to-podcast-for-your-home.html" rel="nofollow">Podcast for your home business</a>)<br />because I do have more micophone experience with things like recording than with actually speaking on stage. Also with recording you can <i>- edit -</i> (do you believe that comming from me ;)) <br /><br /> HP van Duurenhttp://hpshappywriting2.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-75450444795583672442012-08-13T09:08:13.797-07:002012-08-13T09:08:13.797-07:00On a final note...
I admit that there might be a b...On a final note...<br />I admit that there might be a bit of a bias here.<br />I have known Sporty for years.<br /><br />He is, in my opinion, one of the most captivating, colorful, charismatic speakers you will encounter. I saw him "perform" just once, and was truly mesmerized. You will be too. :-)<br /><br />For booking info, visit his site.Jennifer Brown Banksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-2824599597296280172012-08-13T08:27:54.387-07:002012-08-13T08:27:54.387-07:00Sporty,
Thanks so much. Your response was very ca...Sporty,<br /><br />Thanks so much. Your response was very candid and helpful. Which do you find more difficult from a creative perspective--writing or speaking?Jennifer Brown Banksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-71345633098208506752012-08-13T08:27:12.499-07:002012-08-13T08:27:12.499-07:00Priceless and thanks. LOL
There are also times wh...Priceless and thanks. LOL<br /><br />There are also times where lyrics in songs throw the listener off. "Conversate" is also not a word... but it has a rhyme and rhythm better than its properly used "converse."<br /><br />And have you met anyone using 'pacific' words to get their point across, when 'satistics' show that specific words can harmfully make one a statistic of perceived miseducation?<br /><br />I'm not trying to ridicule. I teach a Life Skills class and we go over a list of words such as these, stressing the use of consonants and clarity. The majority of the students in my classes (sometimes adults) had never been corrected toward the proper use. As I say to them, if I hear you misuse a word once I'm willing to believe you're being cute. If I hear you say it twice I have to believe you don't know, and I will offer the correction. If you choose not to use it, I'm also ok with that....<br /><br />Stay 'kreative' HPsporty kingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-57210077940493197322012-08-13T08:08:13.983-07:002012-08-13T08:08:13.983-07:00Hate to sound evasive, but there is no 'typica...Hate to sound evasive, but there is no 'typical' fee. I've spoken from for free to $3000. What's typical is that you'll get asked to speak for less than your original quote, depending upon the market (ie: non profits, schools, friends). Still, I've never quoted something knowing that I'd "... at least get $xxx..."<br /><br />Fee integrity is important in the speaking industry, and word WILL get out that you quoted a different price than you post. There's nothing wrong with stating discounts for non profits, schools, etc. and the Bible principle shows its truth of a wise man being honored everywhere but in his home town....<br /><br />Friends frequently want a huge discount, and you want to give it to them. However, you eventually learn that you are in business, not friendship, and your needs help you shape your fee structure.<br /><br />Meanwhile, as excited as people get about saying, "You get paid all that money for 1 hour" ... the truth is that you get paid for preparing for that hour. You're usually booked to speak a month or more in advance. From the moment you agree, you start thinking about what you'll deliver. You're on the clock. Your senses start looking for analogies to connect with your anticipated audience while you're driving, walking, eating, showering, watching TV, sleeping.... Can you see how your "hourly" fee is deminishing? Believe me, it's worth it.<br /><br />For the key is that you have to be worth more than whatever you agreed to get paid. You have to know where you'll be, and who you'll be speaking to 30 days from now. And you have to be good! Repeat business and referrals are riding on EVERY speech or performance.<br /><br />Don't be intimidated. It's just the process, and you will get through it. A good mindset is to quote amounts that end in 50 ($150, 450, 950)... they're easier to say than 200, 500, 1000 as you're getting comfortable putting a price tag on your passion.<br /><br />Good to meet you Karen. Keep trusting yourself. And thanks for trusting me a little. "-)<br /><br />Sportysporty kingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-44517200962618215852012-08-13T06:15:54.462-07:002012-08-13T06:15:54.462-07:00H.P.,
Thanks for adding to the mix here. I apprec...H.P.,<br /><br />Thanks for adding to the mix here. I appreciate your comment.Jennifer Brown Bankshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15525705931988259779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-24910390931036101992012-08-13T04:57:30.836-07:002012-08-13T04:57:30.836-07:00Interesting, - a part - of or - apart - from a suc...Interesting, - a part - of or - apart - from a successful venture. That's an interesting example for showing how <i>Syntax</i> can determine <i>Semantics.</i> <br /><br />Pffff..., it ain't easy to constantly find <br />the <i>'Rtigh Wrods'</i> <br /><br /><br /><br /> <br /><br /><br /> HP van Duurenhttp://hpshappywriting2.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-87487347812351137212012-08-11T13:39:35.691-07:002012-08-11T13:39:35.691-07:00Thanks, Karen. I enjoyed conducting his interview ...Thanks, Karen. I enjoyed conducting his interview as well. :-)<br />B/T/W/ I think you'll like his poetry books...Jennifer Brown Banksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-57999594204623600182012-08-11T12:51:42.998-07:002012-08-11T12:51:42.998-07:00It's great to meet you, Sporty! Thanks for the...It's great to meet you, Sporty! Thanks for the intro, Jen. :) I love the career advice. I agree, a plan is not worth much if it is not implemented, and no one "size" fits all. We each must trust to find what's right for us.<br /><br />BTW, I'd be interested in the speaking fee info as well. Was just thinking about that the other day, actually. <br /><br />Thanks to both of you for a great post.<br /><br />Happy weekend,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-72937526947117154972012-08-11T09:03:03.419-07:002012-08-11T09:03:03.419-07:00OOPS, that should read "philosophies". S...OOPS, that should read "philosophies". Sorry, folks. :-)Jennifer Brown Bankshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15525705931988259779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7632640970016916029.post-51327246225277567722012-08-11T08:47:34.687-07:002012-08-11T08:47:34.687-07:00A special thanks to Sporty for sharing his creativ...A special thanks to Sporty for sharing his creative process and his personal philosphies.<br /><br />B/T/W/, Sporty, is there a range that speakers charge? What's typical?Jennifer Brown Banksnoreply@blogger.com