Working with an outstanding Keynote Speaker is crucial to making your meeting a super-success.
So, what IS a “Keynote”? The term goes back to the world of classical music. A musician would strike a “key note” to set the tone for the musicians at the beginning of a public performance.
Whether you hire Keith as your inspirational and motivational Keynote Speaker to open or close your program, there are some “Key” notes you’ll want your speaker to strike for you.
Here are 5 Benefits to Hiring A Professional Keynote Speaker who will help you make your meeting memorable
As Your Keynote Speaker…
Keith will connect with your audience.
Make sure your motivational speaker not only has something great to say, but says it in a compelling way. Your attendees want to feel captivated. A funny, inspirational motivational speaker like Keith Leon will provide transformation and not just information.
Key 1: Do your homework on your speaker before hiring. Is she/he engaging? Entertaining? Empowering? Tip: Watch video clips. Get references.
Keith will customize material around your event theme.
Your people will appreciate it when it’s obvious that your speaker has spent time becoming familiar with your organization—and your event goals.
Key 2: Do your part by helping your Keynote Speaker answer these questions: WHAT does your organization do? WHO do you serve? WHY are you meeting?
Keith will create positive energy about your company.
This is huge: Tell your Keynote Speaker how you want your audience to FEEL.
Key 3: Is this part of the program the high-energy kick-off or the feel-good farewell to the conference? What is the mood you want to create via this speaker? Your people will remember how you made them feel at your meeting.
Keith will collaborate with you long before the event date.
More than just a conference call, go deeper with your Keynote Speaker weeks (or ideally months) prior to your program.
Key 4: Cover everything. How would they like to be introduced? What are their set-up needs? How can she/he discover more about your group before speaking? Share your ideal outcome(s) so that your speaker can prepare accordingly.
Keith will communicate the values of your organization.
Your Keynote Speaker will be representing you and your company. What does your group stand for? Share more about your company culture with your speaker—ideally via a story about your founder or a key leader. What is your organization known for? Exceptional service? Integrity?
Key 5: Don’t just hand them your mission statement.
Be transparent. Who personifies what is great about your company? Remember, your speaker will gravitate toward stories and personalities more than facts or statistics. Like you, your Speaker should care about your program goals and the experience of your attendees.
By focusing on these 5 keys, you can ensure that Keith will help you turn your meeting into a memorable experience for your entire team. Make sure you hire a keynote speaker who will hit these important “key notes” at your next special event.
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Keith Leon is a keynote speaker, master of ceremonies, and inspirational musician. He is the author of several best-selling personal growth books including Walking With My Angels, A True Story.