Christian Speaker Services - Speaker Coaching

Speaker Coaching
with Karen Power, CEO, Christian Speaker Services

Almost daily I talk with speakers who want to reach a larger audience with their speaking and writing ministries. Yet, these individuals often lack the clear direction, resources, or business infrastructure to do so.

Many times, it’s their attitude and words that defeat them before they even begin. They say things like,"I can’t afford to…", "I don’t know where to…", "I don’t know how to…", " I’m technology challenged!” or "I can’t do it all."

Each of these people wants to be the best they can. They want to reach their full potential and fulfill their God-given destinies for their lives, their businesses and their ministries. However, they feel stuck, trapped, or exhausted from years of trying and without getting too much farther along in the journey. The tasks, knowledge, and manpower to run a successful speaking and writing ministry seem bigger than they imagined.

How can they know it all, do it all and still have a somewhat balanced life? The time, energy and resources seem to be more than they have to give…or so they think.

Does this sound like you, or someone you know?

Then it’s time to find someone who knows the industry and who can help you figure out a strategy and then start working a plan. It is doable! It’s within your reach!

Now is the time to invest in a speaker business coach….me, Karen Power, CEO of Christian Speaker Services. I can help give you the jumpstart your ministry needs. I can help you accomplish and fulfill the dreams God has given you—sharing your message to those who need hope and healing.

But don’t just take it from me. Hear it directly from people who are speakers, singers and writers…just like you. Individuals who, having faced the same challenges head-on, have now moved up to a new level.

“I'm grateful that the Lord led me to work with teacher, mentor, and speaker business coach, Karen Power. Through our sessions, I have been encouraged to develop a step-by-step plan to strengthen the business side of my ministry and increase my exposure to event planners. I have learned how to develop better marketing skills and have been challenged to more clearly define my ministry and business purpose. Through our coaching sessions, Karen validated what I'm doing right and helped me see areas for improvement. I now have a greater vision of the potential of my ministry. If you are a speaker and you are ready take the next step, I highly recommend Karen Power to help you achieve your dreams and goals.”
~ Carole Brewer, Speaker & Singer

“Knowing the gap between where I was and where I needed to go as an inspirational speaker and then not having a clear direction in how to do so, I needed help! In the past year working with Karen Power as my coach, I was encouraged to develop and write down my speaking ministry’s mission statement, vision plan, and 1-7 year goals. I learned how to change my mind set from doing things in an amateur way to being a true professional. From Karen’s experience working with hundreds of speakers, we focused on the area of what makes me and my message unique–what makes me different from all the other speakers. Once I was able to verbalize this, I hired a graphic designer to help develop an overall brand for my web site and promotional materials that truly represent me. With a fresh look and renewed confidence, I started making media connections. Karen kept encouraging me and discussing options as to where to find more opportunities. I have since done several local radio and television interviews. One truly exciting media experience was getting to travel back to my homeland, Holland, for an interview on their national Christian television station.

I have learned that I cannot run a successful speaking/writing ministry alone. It takes a team. In addition to having Karen on my team, I have also added several other experts and people who encourage and support me through prayer.

Because Karen believed in me, even when I wasn’t sure what to do next, it gave me the courage to find the right direction, to keep going and to work hard. I praise God for the blessing she has been in my life and business. Karen is encouraging and helpful in each of our sessions–always allowing me to ask, brainstorm or just discuss things as needed. I leave each session with focus, action items and a feeling that I really can do this. Karen’s coaching has been invaluable and critical in helping me get to where I am at today.”
~ Barbara T. Marshall, Speaker and Writer

"I had resisted having a coach, pushing myself until I was truly overwhelmed and all of my best efforts were out of reach. Then I found Karen as a speaker coach.

I thought I’d try three sessions. That was many months ago. Now that I’m functioning with achievable goals and a plan, I can’t imagine not having Karen—guiding, questioning, motivating, and encouraging me.

Being a speaker and/or author can be isolating. It can be difficult to remain motivated. It’s a puzzlement knowing how to put the pieces together.

Karen is a virtual storehouse of knowledge. She can assemble the puzzle. She shares freely and enthusiastically. She has become the wind beneath my wings."
~ Gail Showalter, Speaker, Author and Certified Personality Trainer

Are you ready for the next step? Are you ready to move beyond the ranks of the many to a place only a few are willing to put in the investment and effort to find?

Quite honestly, each of the above coaching clients started our first sessions excited about their futures, yet somewhat dragging their feet. As we talked about the big picture for their ministry, it often seemed overwhelming to them. Still they continued doing the things we discussed in each of our sessions. In no time at all, they had truly found their purpose and passion. They started implementing new technology and action plans that distinguish them from the thousands of other speakers in the industry. They have now truly risen to a new level of professionalism, as well as taking ownership of their dream. I no longer hear the litany of excuses why they can’t be where they have always wanted to be. I enjoy hearing the reports of what they have accomplished since our last session. Watching someone really “get it–who they are, what their purpose is, and what direction to take–is exciting, amazing and energizing to me…and to them!

Although each person and each speaker's ministry/business is unique. However, it's been my experience that there are many similarities in what it takes to be successful. Most of these steps, resources or technology updates are free or very inexpensive. When you don’t know where to find these things, when to implement them or how to avoid costly mistakes, you find yourself wasting your limited and valuable time and funds.

That’s where I come in. I have been blessed in my professional background to have worked in the areas of computer technology, marketing, training, speaking, writing, managing and booking Christian communicators. I’m always looking for other experts in many areas of the industry with which to partner in helping these communicators be the best they can be.

My job as your private speaker business coach is to help you understand and be able to verbalize your passion and purpose. I’m also here to help you find the ways to bring order and a focused plan to your business.

I often say, “If all you do is speak and write, you had better be REALLY good at both or you’ll probably starve to death.” I’m not trying to dash anyone’s dreams against the rocks; I’m simply trying to make a point that in today’s economy there are many avenues available for ancillary products to help raise funds for our ministries. So often speakers and writers are sitting on a goldmine and don’t even realize it!

When your business is capable of bringing in more financial resources, you can reach more people through ministry. When you know what you are about—why you are the person to deliver the message God has given you—event planners will be able to see the difference between you and the thousands of other speaker choices for their events. Finally, your future decisions will be in alignment with your goals, helping you to make the most of every opportunity.

Here are just a few of the areas we will discuss during our sessions together, areas that can move you quickly to where you want to be:

Is Your Web Site Working for You…or Against You?

How to Get a Buzz and Keep It Going: Using Publicity to Your Advantage

What is a Professional Head shot? How to Get the Most from Your Publicity Photos

You Can’t Do It Alone: It Takes a Village to Run a Speaking Business

Working with the Media: A Golden Opportunity

Relationship Matters: Making the Most of Working with a Speaking Agency

Where Do You Go From Here? Up is a Good Direction!

Any other areas specific to you and your ministry

I invite you to join with those who have made this transition from where they were to where they always wanted to be. I invite you to take this opportunity to get the help you need for your ministry and business.

My coaching time is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss out on the opportunity to develop your dreams and reach your full potential!

If you've dreamed of taking your speaking career to the next level do what many striving professionals do to enhance their career--hire a private coach. You deserve it!

We will discuss where you currently are with your speaking career and where you would like to be. And most importantly, we will develop specific action steps on how to get you there. You will leave each session with realistic goals and action items to complete before the next session.

Before your coaching sessions begin, you will complete a brief Career Assessment Form to help determine where you are and what your goals are. This form must be completed and returned before the first session is scheduled. Once the appointment is set, you will make the call for each of your sessions. (Coaching client will call Karen at scheduled time.)

PLEASE ALLOW POP UPS ON YOUR COMPUTER. You will see a pop up page that will show the link to download the PDF files. An email receipt will be sent to you with the download link as well. Downloads expire in 24 hours. Please contact info@christianspeakerservices.com should you need assistance with receiving the Career Assessment PDF.

Quantity

OPTION 1

Hourly sessions - $50.00 (one payment)

Quantity

OPTION 2

Monthly one-hour sessions - 1 session per month for 3 months (3 sessions total) - $150.00 (one payment)

Three (3) recurring monthly payments of $50.00 each

Quantity

OPTION 3

Monthly one-hour sessions - 1 session per month for 6 months (6 sessions total) - $300.00 (one payment)

Six (6) recurring monthly payments of $50.00 each

GUARANTEE: If you do the steps discussed during your coaching sessions, you will reach your goals. If you do not, you will not. Whether you sign up for one session or 6 months, you may discontinue at any time, however your paid coaching fees are non-refundable.

If you're ready to make a difference in your ministry or business...

For more information, email: info@ChristianSpeakerServices.com