Hiring a speaker to give a talk at your next conference, seminar, or other corporate event is a great way to get your message across to your audience in a fun and different way. Everyone has heard the CEO speak a million times, but how often have your staff, colleagues, or clients heard someone interesting give a presentation on a topic of relevance to them? Once the decision to obtain a speaker is made, the next hurdle is how to find a speaker in Salt Lake City. The internet is filled with individuals claiming to be the best in this field, but there is so much more to the task than simply hiring the first name that pops up. Here are some tips on how to find a speaker in Salt Lake City for your next event.
Determine Location, Budget, and Date
The most important part is to figure out where the event will be held, the capacity of the venue, and the date. This will determine the availability of your desired speaker. In addition, be sure to leave room in your budget for hiring a speaker, and also consider his or her travel costs and accommodations. If you are hoping to hire a specific speaker, discuss the event with him or her in advance, to determine mutually convenient dates to ensure his or her availability.
Determine The Type of Talk You Want
Different speakers have different styles, and present their information in different ways. Some speakers rely on humor to get their point across while others will speak from personal experience. Some may give a talk in a more lecture-type style, while others may prefer audience interaction. Before you begin trying to find a speaker in Salt Lake City, be sure to give a lot of consideration to the style of presentation you wish to have at your event. Try to keep it in line with the event’s theme itself; don’t’ go overly formal theme wise if you are hoping for a speaker with more of an informal or casual style of presentation.
Ask Around
Word of mouth is one of the world’s greatest advertising tools. Ask friends and colleagues that you respect if they have hired, or have witnessed, a speaker give a talk similar to the one you are hoping to have at your event. Many who have seen presenters give talks in the past will be able to tell you what you an expect, and will gladly share their experiences, positive or negative, with you.
