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SPEAKER WISDOM
This Common MC Mistake is Impacting Your Audiences Experience – BIG TIME.
If you ever act as an MC for events, ask yourself if you’re guilty of making this extremely common mistake….hint – 9/10 MC’s I see at conferences do it.  It’s…
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MY FINAL SPEAKER 2.0 RETREAT EVER - HOBART JUNE 2025
SPEAKER RETREATS
 MY FINAL SPEAKER 2.0 RETREAT EVER – HOBART JUNE 2025
MY FINAL SPEAKER 2.0 RETREAT EVER – HOBART JUNE 2025 As per my last post, after many years of running retreats across the globe, I’ve decided that the upcoming Speaker…
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The best speaking advice I ever received
SPEAKER WISDOM
The best speaking advice I ever received: make them laugh, cry, and think
Over the years, I’ve been given all kinds of advice when it comes to speaking, some useful, some forgettable, and one piece of gold that changed everything. It came in…
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Speaker Trends in 2025: Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Changing World
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Speaker Trends in 2025: Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Changing World
Speaker trends in 2025 are all about staying relevant in a rapidly changing world.The world of professional speaking is evolving faster than ever. In 2025, staying relevant as a speaker…
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Learn how to build your speaker brand by sticking to your lane
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
How to Build Your Speaker Brand by Sticking to Your Lane
Learning how to build your speaker brand by sticking to your lane with a focused and strategic approach, is the key to establishing credibility, gaining trust, and building a lasting…
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Every Speaker is a Teacher
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Every Speaker is a Teacher
Every speaker is a teacher. When it comes to speaking, every speaker you encounter, whether in a conference, on a stage, or even in a casual setting, offers an opportunity…
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Use your speaker topics to showcase your unique stories, knowledge and experiences
SPEAKER WISDOM
Use your speaker topics to showcase your unique stories, knowledge and experiences
The Evolving Speaking Landscape Using your speaker topics to showcase your unique stories, knowledge and experiences makes you stand out above the rest. The speaking industry has undergone a massive…
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research your speaker topics
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
HOW TO RESEARCH THE NEXT ROUND OF YOUR SPEAKER TOPICS
Do you know how to research your speaker topics so that they truly resonate? Let’s dive into this essential topic, developing your speaker topics for the year ahead. It’s something…
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SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Get Creative with Your Presentation Titles
When you get creative with your presentation titles they will help you stay fresh, relevant, and, most importantly, memorable in the minds of your ideal client. So, let’s dive into…
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Why every speaker needs a yearly theme
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Why Every Speaker Needs a Yearly Theme
Defining a yearly theme as a speaker can be a game changer. It’s not just about having a focus, it’s about staying relevant, fresh, and engaging in a competitive speaking…
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Are you consciously growing your speaker brand?
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Are you consciously growing your speaker brand?
Are you consciously growing your speaker brand? In this article I want to share some thoughts on a crucial aspect of a successful speaking career: building and growing your speaker…
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Starting Out in Speaking? Here Are the 5 Secrets to Stand Out and Succeed
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Starting Out in Speaking? Here are 5 Secrets to Stand Out and Succeed
Starting Out in Speaking? Here are 5 Secrets to Stand Out and Succeed. As a speaker coach, I get asked one question more than any other: “What advice would you…
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The secret to becoming a world class Speaker
SPEAKER WISDOM
The Secret to Becoming a World Class Speaker: Serve Your Audience, Not Your Ego
The secret to becoming a world class Speaker is to serve your audience, not your ego. And today, I want to dive into this topic which I have found to…
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Why Research is a Speaker’s Most Powerful Tool for Delivering Impactful Presentations
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Why Research is a Speaker’s Most Powerful Tool for Delivering Impactful Presentations
Research is a speaker’s most powerful tool for delivering impactful presentations. As a global speaker and founder of Speaker School in Australia, I’ve spent years honing my craft. We all…
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Why You Should Start Speaking: A Lifelong Journey of Passion and Mastery
SPEAKER WISDOM
The Power of Speaking: A Journey of Lifelong Learning
Hey there folks, it’s Andrew Griffiths here. I still believe in the power of speaking. Even after all these years, it’s a journey of lifelong learning. I’ve been a professional…
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SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
5 Reasons to Become a Speaker
If you’ve ever wondered why becoming a speaker could be beneficial, these five top reasons from Andrew Griffiths will show you how it can help you grow, inspire, and create…
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SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Get Your Speaker Business Ready for 2025—Don’t Wait
Get your speaker business ready for 2025 – don’t wait. The speaking world is evolving fast, and staying relevant and impactful is crucial. As 2025 approaches, now it’s time to…
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SPEAKER RETREATS
The Ultimate Guide: How to Turn My Book into a Keynote Presentation
So, you’ve written a book and now you’re wondering, how to turn my book into a keynote? The journey from author to keynote speaker is both exciting and challenging. Your…
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How to be a public speaker
SPEAKER RETREATS
Public Speaking for Introverts: How to Be a Public Speaker without the Fear
How to be a public speaker is a question that often brings a wave of anxiety, especially for introverts. The mere thought of standing in front of an audience, all…
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one on one speaker training
SPEAKER RETREATS
Elevating Your Presentation Skills with One on One Speaker Training: A Step-by-Step Approach
In the realm of professional development, few skills can accelerate a career like adeptness in public speaking. Whether you’re presenting a keynote address, or sharing your knowledge in a workshop…
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speaking career
SPEAKER RETREATS
10 Steps on How to Start a Speaking Career From Scratch
Embarking on a speaking career can be an exhilarating journey, blending the art of communication with the power of influence. If you’re intrigued by the prospect of inspiring audiences, educating…
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how to start a speaking career
SPEAKER RETREATS
How to Start a Speaking Career: The Importance of Storytelling
Starting a speaking career is an exciting journey that requires passion, dedication, and a clear understanding of one’s audience. If you’ve ever envisioned yourself captivating an audience with your insights…
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how do you become a good speaker
SPEAKER RETREATS
How Do You Become a Good Speaker: Cultivating Presence and Clarity
How do you become a good speaker? It’s a question asked by many—whether they’re stepping into the world of motivational speaking, preparing for a crucial business presentation, or simply wanting…
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SPEAKER RETREATS
Mastering Stage Fright: Professional Tips for Fearless Speaking
For many, the thought of standing in front of an audience can send shivers down the spine. Stage fright, or performance anxiety, is a common challenge that many speakers, from…
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SPEAKER RETREATS
Mastering Audience Engagement: 5 Top Strategies for 2024
In today’s fast-paced world, learning how to engage an audience has become a crucial skill for anyone looking to make an impact, whether in public speaking, business presentations, or digital…
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SPEAKER RETREATS
SPEAKER 2.0 4 DAY SPEAKER SKILLS RETREAT – HOBART, JUNE 2024.
For those of you who may not know me, my name is Andrew Griffiths and I’ve been a professional speaker for many years. In fact if I look back at…
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free projects and paid projects
SPEAKER WISDOM
Should we give free projects and paid projects the same attention?
Should we give free projects and paid projects the same attention? In my opinion, absolutely. Our personal brand is tied into everything we do. From time to time we are…
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SPEAKER WISDOM
What Are the 10 Most Common Presenter Mistakes?
We’ve all sat through a terrible presentation – and experienced the frustration and embarrassment of watching a speaker doing a terrible job. As a speaker trainer, and as a professional…
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BOOK WRITING
AS A SPEAKER WOULD A BOOK HELP YOU BUILD CREDIBILITY?
Hey there Folks, There’s no doubt that becoming a bestselling author has certainly helped my speaking career. In fact I think most speakers who are also authors would agree that…
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SPEAKER TRAINING EVENTS
BUILD A WORLD CLASS SPEAKER BUSINESS – 4 DAY INTENSIVE, MAY 2024.
“WE DEVELOPED THE PROGRAMME WE WOULD HAVE LOVED WHEN WE STARTED SPEAKING” G’day there Ladies and Gents, Keith Abraham and Andrew Griffiths here. We both know how hard it is…
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The biggest lessons I've learned as a professional speaker
SPEAKER WISDOM
13 Biggest Lessons I’ve learned as a Professional Speaker
And I’m learning more every day. I’ve been a professional speaker for a long time and I’ve presented on a lot of different topics in a lot of places around…
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capture every audience
SPEAKER WISDOM
Do you Want to Capture Every Audience you Stand in Front of?
Here are the 7 fundamentals that any speaker or presenter needs to know to capture every audience. Being a speaker or presenter is a very appealing profession for a lot…
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Treat your speaking career as a business
SPEAKER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Treat Your Speaking Career as a Business and Less as a Hobby
You’ve got to treat your speaking career as a business for it to thrive. For many people, speaking in front of an audience is a bit of a sideline. It’s…
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Have you got a speaker role model?
SPEAKER RESOURCES, SPEAKER WISDOM
Have you got a speaker role model?
Having a speaker role model means having someone who we really look up to and admire as a speaker. We study everything about this person, learn from their skillset and…
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Make a friend in the audience
SPEAKER WISDOM
Make a Friend in the Audience
If you struggle a little bit with nerves as a speaker, a really helpful tip or strategy is to quite simply ‘make a friend in the audience.’ This tip is…
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