Absoolutely loved the pricing encouragement in today's email. It reminded me never to diminish my own value in my sales process. GO READ IT! to start your week with gusto.

Most speakers treat booking gigs like a grind—endless pitching, inconsistent posting, and feeling frustrated when nothing seems to move the needle. But what if marketing yourself didn’t feel like work? Gamification changes everything. When you attach points, levels, and rewards to tasks, your brain releases dopamine—the chemical that fuels motivation. Suddenly, the things you used to avoid become addictive because they feel good to complete. 🔹 Progress becomes visible – Instead of feeling like you’re spinning your wheels, every action has a measurable impact. 🔹 Small wins keep you going – Each email, post, or outreach isn’t just “work.” It’s progress toward a bigger goal. 🔹 Hard things become fun – Pitching 10 events isn’t a chore—it’s a challenge you want to beat. Instead of dreading outreach and content creation, you turn it into a system that rewards progress. 🔹 Every pitch email = 10 points 🔹 Posting on social = 25-point side quest 🔹 Landing a TEDx = 500-point boss fight This isn’t just a gimmick. Nike, Duolingo, and even the military use gamification to drive engagement. Why? Because our brains are wired to chase progress when it feels like a reward. Most speakers burn out because they don’t see results fast enough. But when you gamify the process, you stay motivated and keep taking action. So, what’s your next move? How are you tracking progress today?

Hey, Speakers! Would you rather: Speak at TEDx but not get paid, or get $10K for a corporate gig but never get to share the talk publicly? Curious about your take on this 👀

When I take notes, I often doodle and draw diagrams. Recently I heard of seminars using limited diagrams so attendees aren’t distracted between the speaker and the exhibits. There’s even a one-slide offer. Dies anyone have experience with designing these or know of an AI platform that can design these infographics?

Hey, fellow speakers! What’s your secret for connecting with the crowd? Is it a killer story, a funny quip, or just your charming smile? 😄 Share your best tips or memorable moments!