by Deborah Northcutt | Mindset, Public Speaking
As the year comes to a close, many people feel pressure to move quickly into goal-setting mode. Plans, intentions, and expectations start stacking up fast. For speakers, this often shows up as New Year’s resolutions for speakers focused on booking more stages,...
by Deborah Northcutt | Mindset, Speaking Skills
If you’ve been speaking for a while and suddenly feel stuck, you’re not alone. Many seasoned speakers experience plateaus moments where momentum slows, opportunities feel harder to secure, and confidence quietly takes a hit. Here’s the truth most people miss:Speaker...
by Deborah Northcutt | Branding, Mindset, Speaking Skills
For many speakers, the real challenge isn’t getting booked — it’s staying booked. If you’ve ever wondered why some speakers stay consistently in demand while others fade into the background, the answer may surprise you. It’s not your marketing.It’s not how often you...
by Deborah Northcutt | Mindset, Speaking Skills
Too many speakers are great on stage but drowning behind the scenes. If you’re still struggling to turn your speaking talent into paid gigs, this post breaks down what’s keeping so many speakers stuck .The flight confirmations, the planner emails, the follow-up that...
by Deborah Northcutt | Branding, Mindset, Speaking Skills
If you’re a speaker who’s tired of delivering amazing talks and walking away with nothing but a thank-you card and “great exposure,” this is for you. I’ve worked behind the scenes with speakers long enough to notice a pattern: it’s not usually talent that holds them...
by Deborah Northcutt | Mindset, Speaking Skills
Cassie was a new to the speaking industry and she wanted to start speaking. She was very excited to get started. As a new speaker, she was elated to get out there and start spreading her message that she knew people need to hear and help a lot of people. Cassie found...
