The Wealthy Speaker Podcast – Jane Atkinson

Have you ever wondered if missing out on speaking gigs comes down to something as simple as response time? Or are you feeling overwhelmed by managing multiple software platforms to run your business, manage your calendar, host courses, and handle client follow-ups? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome back my good friend Joe Heaps, co-owner of eSpeakers. I was actually one of the original beta testers for eSpeakers 27 years ago when speaker Art Berg first created it to track his calendar. Since then, it has evolved into a powerhouse platform for professional speakers. Recently, eSpeakers brought GoHighLevel into its ecosystem, enabling speakers to consolidate expensive CRMs, learning management systems, and automated marketing funnels into one seamless environment.Highlights you won’t want to miss:The evolution of eSpeakers 2:00The 5-minute fast follow-up rule 3:30Automating inquiries 6:30Turn missed calls into opportunities 8:00Tracking revenue 11:00Replacing expensive tech stacks 20:00AI search and bureau blasts 25:00See you next time 32:01If you want to streamline your client relationship management and implement automated follow-up systems that win you more gigs, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/ 

If you're ready to stop performing, filter out the background noise, and build a speaking business—and a life—on your own terms, you are going to love this episode. Today, I'm joined by the hilarious, wise, and delightfully candid Linda Edgecombe to dive into her latest book, Aging Wildly: Living and Leading Out Loud in a World That Wants You Quiet. Linda shares how midlife isn't a cue to wind down or play small, but an invitation to recalibrate and reclaim your voice. Get ready for a conversation on showing up authentically both on stage and in life!Highlights you won’t want to miss:Aging Wildly, Speaking and Change 0:00What a great subtitle 1:30Ambiverts unite 5:30Writing as therapy 10:30Leaning into the mirror 19:00What lights you up? 25:30She’s a lot! 33:00Being Gma & Yaya 40:00See you next time 43:59If you’re ready to step into your power, stop playing small, and learn how Aging Wildly can elevate both your business and your life, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode.For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/ 

We’ve all said it: “My system works.” But in today’s market, corporate clients and event organizers don’t just want your word for it—they want proof. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, we’re diving into a topic that will completely shift how you think about measuring, proving, and selling the impact of your programs. My guest today is the brilliant Dr. Pelè Ugboajah, and he’s showing us how speakers, coaches, and consultants can harness artificial intelligence to generate undeniable, data-backed evidence that their proprietary frameworks deliver results.Highlights you won’t want to miss:Using AI to Prove Your Program Works 0:00AI brought Dr. Pelè to Jane 1:30What happens after training? 4:00Knowing is not enough 9:00The power of a village 15:00Influencing behavior 20:00Getting excited again 25:00See you next time 28:35If you’re ready to leverage AI to validate your value, command higher fees, and turn your program’s transformation into an irresistible selling point, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

As professional speakers, we talk a lot about scaling our businesses, landing high-paying gigs, and commanding premium fees, but we rarely talk about the physical baseline required to sustain that level of output. Gruelling travel schedules, high-stakes presentation days, and constant pushing can easily lead to burnout if you aren't intentionally protecting your greatest asset—your health. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am joined by the incredible Mark Black—a heart and double-lung transplant recipient turned marathon runner and CSP—to discuss what it truly takes to build a thriving, sustainable speaking business without sacrificing your well-being. Mark shares his remarkable personal story alongside actionable strategies for managing stamina, setting non-negotiable boundaries on the road, and shifting into a mindset that prioritizes long-term vitality. Grab your pen, because whether you are just getting started or stepping onto global stages, this is a conversation your life and your business both need to hear.Highlights you won’t want to miss:Managing Your Health While Running a Speaking Business 0:00A lifetime of health challenges 2:00A miracle donor and a marathon 8:00Speaking, as a career? 11:00Climbing the speaking hill 16:00Bonus time 22:00Prepare and recover 27:00Finding the motivation to keep going 35:00See you next time 40:05If you want to hear some great ideas to help you manage your health, move through challenges and keep your speaking business running, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode!For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/  

Whether you are trying to land your next big stage or scale your influence online, capturing the room and the algorithm takes more than just luck. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I am joined by career coach, keynote speaker, and viral content powerhouse Ashley Stahl to uncover what it truly takes to command attention in a crowded marketplace. Listen as Ashley breaks down the anatomy of shareworthy messaging, the psychology behind high-impact content, and how you can master the art of going viral without sacrificing your message or your brand integrity. Highlights you won’t want to miss: The Art of Going Viral 0:00 Ashley’s very interesting background 1:00 Becoming the go-to authority 3:00 The “gift” of a TEDX talk 5:00 Will 45 million subscribers ever go out of style? 8:00 The ROI of PR 11:00 Key segments of a viral speech 16:30 Stage presence is key 19:00 See you next time 26:05 If you want some great ideas on how to improve your personal branding to increase your audience and possibly go viral, you simply can’t afford to miss this episode! For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/