SPEAKER
\nMANAGEMENT SERVICES<\/p><\/h1><\/div>
Also known as swiss army knife, juggler,
\nshoulder to cry on and life guard.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
SPEAKER
\nMANAGEMENT<\/p><\/h1><\/div>
Also known as swiss army knife, juggler,
\nshoulder to cry on and life guard.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Speaker management is a complex art. Successful speaker managers not only understand where their clients come from, but they also have the ability to help them discover where they want to eventually go to, and the expertise and experience to guide them to that destination.<\/p>\n
Successful speaker managers are characterized by great levels of honesty and vast experience. They are very careful with which speakers they take on board. Basically there are simply two categories of speakers. The great and recognized ones and the rising stars. The recognized speakers need a speaker manager in order to maintain and strengthen their position and the rising stars are usually discovered by a speaker manager and rely on the manager\u2019s expertise and experience to help them grow and accomplish their objectives.<\/p>\n
Which case is yours?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Well, if none, then you first need to develop your profile before having a speaker manager. Have a look at Personal Branding<\/a>, Online Presence<\/a>, and Presence & Inspired Leadership<\/a> to understand the basic elements that will build your brand. You can always book a free 45 minute assessment<\/a> with us. We\u2019re always in the hunt for new amazing speakers, you may be our next rising star!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> In order to help you understand what a speaker manager actually does, have a look at the Q&A below. We’ve tried to keep it as simple as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> No. A speaker agent usually works at a speaker bureau and suggests speakers to end clients based on the briefs they receive and based on the roster of speakers their bureau holds. A speaker manager works solely for the benefits of the speakers he\/she represents, making sure they\u2019ve got the right positioning, content, branding and promotion and are put forward to end clients in the best possible way in order to be aligned with their status.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> A speaker manager is responsible for all the branding & positioning, the content formulation and\/or screening, the business development and sales plan, the online presence (from website development to social media strategy), the administration and support, the finance functions, the speaker bureau relationships, the PR strategy and even the psychological support that we all need from time to time. The aim of the speaker manager is to allow speakers to have the time to concentrate on what they do best (from writing books to delivering great content on stage).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Speaker managers\u2019 fees vary. In MSC we charge a startup fee depending on where the speaker stands at the beginning of our collaboration and the amount of work required to develop the basic marketing material (such as web site, speaker kit, show reel, etc.). Besides the initial fee, we charge either a percentage commission or a minimum monthly fee. Commissions are per booking for a duration of minimum 2 years. The commission amount depends on the number of bookings the speaker has on an annual basis \u2013 the more bookings the less our commission per booking.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Not at all. We work with speakers from both Europe and the US, we couldn\u2019t possibly be in the same area as our speakers. There is no need for the speaker manager to physically meet with the speakers. In very rare occasions where there is a lot of strategic work involved, the speaker manager will meet with the speaker in person if considered more appropriate. Speaker managers also deal with clients from all over the world. It is very important for the speaker manager to be very well aware of cultural differences and etiquette issues.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Interview questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n If you work with us you will be working directly with Maria. Find out more about Maria here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Maria is an outstanding Personal Branding Strategist. But that title does no justice to her breadth and quality of service. She has been instrumental in helping me develop, grow and market my brand. She is truly a trusted advisor who goes above and beyond to ensure your success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote> Collaborating with Maria has been an extraordinary experience. Her exceptional skills in attentive listening and interpretation, combined with profound insights, illuminated a distinct pathway to success for us. Maria\u2019s expertise is especially invaluable for professionals grappling with the challenge of expressing their Unique Selling Proposition (USP) or feeling stagnant in determining their next career move. Having Maria on your speed dial is not just a recommendation; it\u2019s a strategic advantage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote> You have no idea how much you are helping me at this point. The Fast Track Workshop was exactly what I needed to move on to my next steps with clarity and confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote> Maria Papacosta is an exceptional Strategist for the top experts and thought leaders. Maria adds even more value to her clients by using mastery as a Presence & Impact Coach. This is a privilege to work with Maria.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote> One of the most refreshing feelings to experience, especially in times of crisis and uncertainty, is the one of pure kindness. Met Maria Papacosta not a long time ago remotely through our network. She has been surprising me ever since with her kindness and generosity which are way over and above from what her professional role includes. Maria, people like you are blessed with the gift of energizing everyone around them and spreading inspiration. Keep up the amazing work!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote> The Fast Track Strategy Session was eye-opening, informative, and inspiring. It helped me define my personal brand with clarity and passion!<\/p>\n Maria is the consummate professional who I trust fully because she consistently has exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend MSC Bureau and their strategy process to anyone seeking to elevate their game.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote> If there was a \u201cGenie\u201d for speakers and consultants, its bottle would say MSC Bureau. These guys are ridiculously good at what they do and at the same time, the most kind and generous people you will ever meet. If you are a speaker, a consultant or anyone who wants to build a brand out of yourself, you can\u2019t afford not to work with them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Speaker Manager Q&A<\/h2><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is a Speaker Manager the same as a Speaker Agent?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>So what exactly does a speaker manager do?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do speaker managers get paid for their services?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Should speaker managers be based where the speaker is?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do I know if a particular speaker manager is right for me?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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<\/i><\/i><\/span>If we work together who will be my speaker manager?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
Thank you for your trust<\/h2><\/span>