Why Your Audience Needs an Imperfect Speaker

Wow. That’s a story I don’t think I’d tell on myself, I thought after reading a confessional passage from Lysa TerKeurst’s book, Am I Messing Up My Kids? The thought popped into my mind unbidden, but once it was there I had to take time to examine it. Lysa, president...

How to End the Dreaded Speaker Fee Discussion

I have to confess. Dealing with the money side of speaking is my least favorite part. Does it make you squirm to anticipate the moment when the event planner asks the dreaded question, “So what’s your fee?” Me too! It’s excruciating for me to talk with event planners...

How to Face an Empty Speaking Calendar

I’m a speaker, but there have been times when I wasn’t being asked to speak. Before I launch into solutions, is it safe to tell you that I felt a little shame typing out that statement? After all, I’m part of a national ministry with a huge platform, and I’m a speaker...