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  • How to Help a Speaker with Your Group
  • How to Introduce a Speaker
• Keynote Themes
  • Leadership Essentials: It Takes More Than a $400 Haircut
  • Cut the Conflict: Five Tips for Successful Teambuilding
  • Grooming Your Networking Skills: Overcome the Six Mental Challenges to Success
  • Attitude: Maintaining a Positive Outlook on Good & Bad Hair Days
• Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q. How much flexibility do you have with the length of your presentations?
  • Q. Will you customize your speech to my group?
  • Q. Do you have any restrictions on where you will travel for a speaking engagement?
  • Q. What type of equipment do you need for your presentations?

  • Q. Can you give advice on setting up the room for your presentation?

  • Q. You seem to use a lot of humor.  Is it suitable for a mixed group and all ages?

  • Q. Do you prefer larger or smaller groups?

  • Q. Do you sell your book at speaking engagements?

  • Q. Are you available to the group only during the time of your speech?

  • Q. Would you be able to give more than one presentation to the same conference or convention?

  • Q. Do you require any special arrangements for getting to and from the airport?

  • Q. How much lead time do you need to book a speaking engagement?

  • Q. When is your fee due?

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