FAQ
1. Do you customize?
2. How long are your presentations?
3. How can you effectively address so many different types of groups?
4. How can we get extra value by engaging you?
5. Is your work guaranteed?
6. What is your business background?
7. Do you have a sports background?
8. How do you handle expenses?
9. What kind of humor do you use?
10. How do you handle banquet/luncheon settings?
11. How do you handle the business details?
12. What do you need from us?
Do you customize?
I sure do! I know many speakers say they customize, but to them that means they sprinkle in the name of your organization and charge you extra to pronounce it right. Here's how I do it:
1) I do a computer search of your industry, your company and your competition;
2) When possible, I do phone interviews with audience members;
3) I review your trade publications;
4) I "secret shop" your business, if appropriate;
5) You get handout materials that reflect the theme of your meeting; and
6) Titles and subjects are customized to your event.
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How long are your presentations?
My presentation will be designed to fit your available time from 30 minutes to two days. I am also experienced and flexible enough to adapt when my segment needs to be cut or expanded unexpectedly.
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How can you effectively address so many different types of groups?
The fact that I've addressed a wide range of audiences is a big part of my value to your organization. Every group is different, but it has been found that we face many similar challenges. In my areas of expertise, I bring the best of 'what works' from other industries to your group.
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How can we get extra value by engaging you?
Many groups that hire me to do a keynote presentation also have me do a breakout session at the same event. This gets you a big discount on the second presentation and saves you travel and expenses.
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Is your work guaranteed?
If you give me a group that is awake, sober and somewhat happy to be there, you will get a top-notch, effective presentation every time, or you'll get your money back.
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What is your business background?
Started in Accounting, through additional studies I obtained a Diploma in Financial Planning. Moving into Business Services, I began to explore organizational change, strategy design, leadership and motivation. I studied in Jungian Philosophy and acquired a strong working knowledge in the business applications of Social Style Theory, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Nero-Linguistic Programming and DiSC Behavioral Profiling.
My work in Rugby took me to Ireland, Japan, Korea, New Zealand and Australia. Lured back in the Corporate Arena as the CEO of a Recruitment and HR Management Company in Queensland for 2 years; through achieving excellent turnaround results, the business was acquired by a large national company. I have positions on the Boards of 2 companies in Australia and 1 in New Zealand.
I am a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management, Member of the Institute of Management Consultants and the National Speakers Association.
I have been awarded 'Professional Membership' to the exclusive Society for Advancement of Consulting in New York. And, I am the Founder of the Society for Executive Wisdom.
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Do you have a sports background?
I played rugby and cricket in high school and played club rugby until injury caused an early retirement from the rigors of First Grade Club Rugby. I then Captain/Coached Rugby League for three years before coaching rugby union at Club level in Brisbane. I worked as the Rugby General Manager of a First Grade Brisbane Club before traveling overseas as a professional coach. Following that I worked for three years as the General Manager of another great Brisbane Premier Division Rugby Club. I have been a competition water-skier; cyclist; surf-boat rower and outrigger canoe competitor. What does this mean to you? It means that, when appropriate, I can inject sports stories that I have lived and most audiences enjoy.
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How do you handle expenses?
I use business class airfares whenever possible. You'll never have to deal with first class airline tickets, mini bar charges, frills, or surprises!!
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What kind of humor do you use?
I use only clean, non-offensive humor. You will never be embarrassed.
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How do you handle banquet/luncheon settings?
I have extensive experience as a speaker at functions where food is part of the program. Special challenges exist in these settings that must be addressed for a seamless and interesting program. You don't want your attendees saying, "WHEN WILL THIS BE OVER?"
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How do you handle the business details?
We will handle all the details of your event in a professional and timely manner. Every effort will be made to keep expenses to a bare minimum. YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED for any alcohol or extravagant expenses of any kind. When possible, AIRFARE WILL BE PRORATED FAIRLY between clients. You will find we are always courteous and very accessible. NO PRIMA DONNA ATTITUDES are allowed in this organization!
Please call when you are ready to plan your next great event.
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What do you need from us?
As soon as you engage me, I will begin my pre-program research by interviewing you. I will ask for back issues of industry trade publications, newsletters, corporate reports, and a list of your group's 'movers and shakers' to be interviewed.
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