Has This Happened To You?
As a professor, you are asked to speak at an event but the terms aren't disclosed.
It starts with an email requesting you give a presentation or sit on a panel. You then feel pressured to answer quickly. You don't know what to say because you don't know what the event is about, who the audience is, or what the expectations are.
- Will you be compensated or have to pay your own way?
- Speak for 20 minutes or 2 hours? What is the total time commitment?
- In a small or large room to 10 or 1000 people? Is it a formal or informal setting?
- Is there a writing component, Q&A section, follow-up requirement?
- What about afterward? Billing, W-9, do I have to register as a vendor? Is there a travel reimbursement?
All this before you even negotiate the price. How stressful and anxiety inducing! Even more devastating is when you find out someone else was paid more than you.
Rest assured, this is a common problem for many speakers. We are here to help.
Services
Whether you need us to manage negotiations for you, could use some coaching, or informational guidance - we'll keep you organized.
Negotiation
Who should say the first price? When should you walk away? How do you know you're not getting taken advantage of?
Dashboard
Keep track of your events, requests, and correspondence. Get reports, upload expenses, and track tax information.
Previous Contracts
How much are your peers getting paid? What is the market rate? What perks are available that you aren't aware of?
Scheduling
Your time is valuable. Going back and forth coordinating events is time-consuming. We make scheduling easy.
Why choose us?
Because you deserve a higher rate and not to worry about the stressful parts of booking presentations, so you can focus on what you do best.
We are a team of professionals who are passionate about helping you get the rate you deserve. We have the experience and tools to help you get the most out of your presentations.
We have a network of professionals who can help you with every aspect of your speaking engagements. We've been there from too scared to ask if it's a paid talk to regretting not asking for more. Learn from our experience.
Pre-Commitment Communication
From crafting better emails to notes for your calls to negotiating your rate to managing your schedule, we have you covered.
Event Contract
There is more to a contract than just the rate. We'll help you understand the terms and conditions details, so you can benefit.
Post-Event Tasks
From follow-up emails to thank you notes to billing, we'll help you keep track of everything, so you can focus on your next event.
lost in salary by age 60 by not negotiating
of professors feel apprehensive about salary negotiations
of professors don't have tenure
of adjuncts earned less than $20,000 a year
Getting Started Is Easy
Negotiating for yourself can be overwhelming. Where do you start? We'll guide you through the process and help you get the rate you deserve. Leverage our expertise, contacts, software, tools, and automation to make this part of your job easier.
Organize your presentations and promote them online.
Do you have a website with your talks listed? Do you have a social media presence? Are you using email marketing to promote your events? We can help you with all of this.
Are you under or overbooked? Underpaid? Are you booking events strategically to help advance your career? Are you doing what you love? Being disorganized can lead to missed opportunities and burnout.
You need a dedicated tool designed for your needs.
Use the app on the go. Even when you are at events, classes, and conferences.
You can't be everywhere at once. You need a tool that can help you manage your talks from anywhere. You need to be able to access your information quickly and easily.
You need to be able to track your events, requests, and correspondence. You need to be able to upload expenses, track tax information, and get reports. You need to be able to manage your schedule and keep track of everything, so you can focus on your next event.
Real-time updates and notifications are essential to keeping you on track when away from your day job.