SPEAKER SERVICES NEWSLETTER, May 2004
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Content:
1. A Note from the founder, Susan Levin
2. New & Renewing Speakers/Authors
3. Stories Wanted
4. Tips & Advice
5. Recommended Resources
4. Feature Article: Speaker Products, Susan Levin

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From the founder, Susan Levin

Did you know that some speakers actually make more money from their product sales then their speaking fees? In the feature article today I am sharing information with you about products that you can create so that you can have more income.

So you want to write a book and you are stuck and have no idea how to do it? Linda Coleman-Willis, is offering a 90 minutes Teleclass on May 17th, Write and Self Publish Your Book in 60 Days of Less Guaranteed!. See http://speakerservices.com/teleclasses/how_to_write.html for details and it is only $49. Can't make it? Pre order the CD for $35.

The Business of Speaking Teleclass: Creating a Marketing Strategy was well received and I am offering it again June 7 & 14. Here's what speakers Merci Miglino and Scott Hunter had to say, "Susan's Business of Speaking teleclass is jammed packed with great ideas. Her simple and concrete strategies help me immediately with new ways to market and promote myself as a speaker!" "For the beginning speaker and seasoned pro alike, you cover the basics of what it takes to be successful in this business."

By the way we have a few openings for our 3 camera shoot Video Demo Showcase, October 9 in Los Angeles. If you need a video demo don't hesitate to call me and see details http://speakerservices.com/videoprod.html.

Next month I plan to have an html newsletter so be on the lookout for it.

Let me know if I can assist you in any way. Please call me at 310-822-4922.

Continued success,

Susan Levin
Speaker Services

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See Entire List of Speakers/Authors
http://speakerservices.com/categories/allspeak.html

Michelle Howe, MBA, S. California
Retool your business communication skills--discover the "Howe Write You Are" approach to writing and speaking.
Business, Communication, Writing
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/39

Merci Miglino, Author, Albany, New York, Nationwide
Inspirational humorist shows how to discover the Diva or Adonis within you and tap the confidence, esteem and power that move you from backstage to center stage in your life.
Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Esteem
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/106

Maureen O'Crean, MBA, Author, S. California, Nationwide
"Savvy" business strategist, author and radio personality leaves audiences inspired "laughing all the way." leaves audiences inspired "laughing all the way."
Business, Inspirational, Women's Issues
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/57

Barbara Rubel, Author, New Jersey, Nationwide
Griefwork expert shows how to triumph over loss and find inner resilience to deal with life's challenges, from the loss of a job or relationship to loss of a loved one.
Crisis Management, Stress Management, Wellness
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/85

Rick Sessinghaus, S. California
Peak performance expert helps you break through limiting belief systems to embrace the life of a champion.
Inspirational, Personal Development, Professional Development
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/104

Marlo Van Oorschot: S. California
Attorney and mediator provides cost-effective alternatives to litigation and a practical approach to money, children and property issues when a relationship ends.
Divorce, Legal Issues, Mediation
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/108

Carl L. Young, MBA: S. California
Corporate accountant challenges you to move from "pencil-pushing" to "people-pleasing" as your primary path to profit.
Business, Management, Motivational
http://www.speakerservices.com/speakers/detail/105

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Tips and Advice

Marketing Seminar May 21-23
Specifically For Service Professionals, Nine Experts EXPOSE Real Life Strategies To Build A Client Attraction SYSTEM

ATTENTION: Speakers, Coaches, Consultants, Trainers, All Independent Sales and Service Professionals and Small Business Owners: Are you struggling to attract enough clients? Do you want proven marketing techniques to help you generate more leads and sales?

Learn how to give your business an unfair marketing advantage and easily generate six figure sales. On May 21, 22 & 23, in Costa Mesa, California, nine experts will reveal their closely guarded sales, marketing and publicity secrets in unique three-day seminar.

Speaker Services attendees receive $100 discount.

For a chance to win a free ticket, to register and to participate in FREE pre-summit training go to http://tinyurl.com/38evd
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Boost Business With Your Own E-zine Tutorial
E-Zine Queen, Alexandria Brown

START YOUR OWN E-MAIL NEWSLETTER BY NEXT WEEK! New step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to write compelling content, attract tons of subscribers, and promote YOU all the while. FREE REPORT with purchase - more than *268* e-zine resources.
http://tinyurl.com/33kqh ______________

GuerrillaPR Insights Newsletter
Joe Nicassio, joe@guerrillapr.net

GuerrillaPR Insights is a short, weekly newsletter that does 2 things: First, it provides readers with weekly, actionable "insights" on how you can work with the media. Secondly, it provides NAPES: Names, Addresses, and Phone numbers of key media producers and editors. For example, in a recent issue, we gave specific contact information on how to contact the producers of the Oprah Winfrey Show.
To subscribe: http://www.guerrillapr.net/newsletter.html

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Speaker Services Recommended Resources
My recommendations-check these folks out
http://speakerservices.com/resources

NEW: Audio/Sound Recording, Copywriting/Editing, Business Image Consultant, Web Programming & Consulting

Need assistance in the following areas?
Audio/Sound Recording, Book Design, Book Mentoring, Book Shepherding, Book Writing/Editing Branding, Business Image Consultant, Business/Intellectual Property, Copywriting/Text Editing Credit Card Processing, Duplicating Services, E-Zine Newsletters, Editorial/Publishing, Photography, Presentation Skills, Public Relations/Marketing, Public Speaking Success. Radio Lists, Tip/Booklets, Video Production Services, Virtual Assistant, Web Design/Web Hosting, Web Programming/Consulting
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Stories Wanted

1. WE ARE LOOKING FOR "REAL LIFE" EXPERIENCES, tales jokes etc. and examples of younger (under 18) kids years) having "street smarts". Practical common sense knowledge the kind acquired by "latch key" kids, kids out on the street and surviving and prospering from their experiences, etc.
Reply to authormori@yahoo.com - Mori Aaron Schweitzer.

2. I am a writer who is looking for STORIES FROM VETERAN/RETIRED TRANSPORTATION WORKERS (esp. from NYC subway system) having to do with the supernatural and/or paranormal. Any help you can provide via your newsletter will be appreciated.
- Joel Ponzan, jponz@verizon.net

3. DO YOU HAVE A RECOVERY AND/OR SUCCESS STORY? This may be a launching point for new authors writing career as you could be an author in a #1 best selling book with other successful authors. If you are a published author this could be your chance to publish a short story that you did not include in one of your previous books. Submit it for our anthology book series. "Recovering From Adversity, "There is no cost or fee to submit your story.
http://www.personaltransformationpress.com/recovering-your-self.html
--Art Martin, artmartin@mindspring.com

4. I am starting my third book and would welcome submissions regarding EXPERIENCES OF FEAR IGNORANCE AND GREED FROM BUSINESS AND PERSONAL SITUATIONS. The stories will be researched and may be included in the book FIG CITY, USA about the way these three elements are ruining society and the American Way of life. --Margaret Broderick, Passion Power Press, passionbooks@aol.com

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Article

Suggestions for Products, Susan Levin

Without products you are missing out on profit opportunities. As speakers we are in the information business and are not limited to the spoken word. Having products creates credibility and visibility and increases the value of your programs and income.

Teleclasses are a great way to create a CD. Ian Rich, The Speaker's One-Stop records and edits my teleclasses, burns the CD's and mails them for me. Give him a call at (323) 459-9159 or (213) 368-6664 and discuss your needs with him and tell him I sent you.

If you want to create your own CD's and learn about marketing strategies Rob Schultz seminar is a great learning experience for you. He'll be offering a class in LA on June 5. You can learn more about it by clicking on this link http://speakerservices.com/services/la.html#CD.

Remember you can repurpose or repackage the same information and customize for associations or companies.

It is important to have a good book or CD cover design. Covers sell your products. A great book cover designer is Dotti Albertine, she is excellent at capturing your message-310-450-0018.

Below is a list of suggestions for you. Choose one and get started. I've included some links at the end of the list of websites that are selling various products successfully.

Let me know if any of these suggestions sparks you...

PRODUCTS YOU CAN CREATE AND SELL:

Audio/CD singles or albums of your talk or related subjects, (1-6 cassettes)

Audio Instructional tapes may include self-help techniques

Workbooks may be sold in the back-of-the-room or included as part of a package for a fee seminar

Video Tapes

Training Materials

Mentor/Apprentice Programs

Manuals

Home study course

Print Books

Anthologies

E-Books

Special Reports- make them into PDF files

Tip Booklets- see Tip Booklet resource in our resource directory

Transcription of your program

E-Mail Newsletters

Telclasses- http://www.freeconference.com for FREE bridge line

Software

Gift Certificates

Certification Programs

Magazine Articles for Opt in E-Zines

Posters

Consulting/coaching sessions

Topic related items--calendars/charts

Resources for suppliers and websites that sell various products:

Speaker Services Resource Directory
http://www.speakerservices.com/resources

http://www.antion.com/speakershop.com

http://www.parapublishing.com

http://www.tech4speakers.com/store/index.htm

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