i provide event planners with fresh, engaging programs
It’s no secret that the internet and social media are hot topics. There are also a lot of speakers talking about it. So why should you invite me to speak at your event?
I produce programs that will be remembered long after an event has wrapped. A lot of speakers these days seem to be part-time comedians. While their programs may be funny and the attendees walk away smiling and entertained, too often the take-aways are lacking. Don’t get me wrong, I use humor where appropriate, but it is not why my presentations are remembered (more on my style below). I believe that events today need to provide enduring value. The best events provide their attendees with information that will change the way they see things and change the way they do things.
What people are saying about Steve
I am very fortunate that I speak about a topic that is ever-changing and potentially critical to an attendee’s future. I am also a life-long learner, I have no choice. I do not have the luxury of giving a canned presentation, in fact I have never used the same slide deck twice as things move too rapidly in my space. My biggest challenge is keeping on top of everything that is happening, and I know my effort in that regard is higher than most.
I find that there are three types of speakers talking about Internet Marketing and Social Media today: (a) Those that truly do not know what they are talking about and are conveying outdated information, (b) Those that are actually just users who convey limited knowledge from their own narrow perspective, and (c) Those, like myself, who live the technology for the sole purpose of introducing the masses and explaining best practices; the evangelists. The uninitiated may not recognize the difference when reviewing speakers, but regardless of whether you engage me or not, I encourage you to seek out the true evangelists.
So what is my style? In one word: Flexible. I know that among different groups there is a wide variety of knowledge levels and comfort levels with Internet Marketing, Social Media and technology in general. I strive to make my presentations fit the audience, and not the other way around. This requires much more than simply doing a “search and replace” of the industry name in my presentations. I have what I believe to be, a unique ability to speak appropriately to the different levels I encounter, and I do a great deal of homework on my audiences. I will use humor where appropriate, but my greatest satisfaction comes from seeing the “aha” moments among my audience.
So what are my programs? Again: Flexible. I design my programs based on your audience’s need and the requirements of the event planner. Fortunately I have plenty of material to work with. I can design anywhere from 1 hr of Social Media highlights to 2 full days of deep diving content.
I am committed to providing your attendees with enduring value.
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