Posts by Misty Megia
Get Hired as a Speaker—Over and Over Again
Why are you not speaking at every conference? You feel like your topic is relevant, you feel like you do everything right, yet the phone calls aren’t pouring in. Do you ever wonder why you see the same people speaking at multiple conferences? Then wonder how that could be you? The world of niche conferences…
Read MoreHow a Flash Mob Helped Me Breathe
I stepped onto stage four weeks after she shot herself. It does take a village and the strength of every inner ounce of passion you have to overcome grief that shocks your insides more than life. A year and a half ago my niece committed suicide by shooting herself. Which we were told is rare…
Read MoreHow to bring personality to your business
Are you a horrible person? I’m going to go out on a limb and say, I don’t think you are. I bet you have friends and family that can back me up on that too. The missing link in most marketing efforts is your wonderful personality that brings people to you. Often people are trying…
Read More6 Quick Marketing Tips to Help you Stop Pouring Your Dollars Down the Drain
I love creating marketing campaigns that are unique, it truly is something that brings me joy. I am sure if you’re reading this, you’re on a mission to launch something that will change lives. I want to help you on that mission and give you some steps for success. Before I start brainstorming I always…
Read MorePresentation Tips: What You Need To Think Before You Speak
Presentation is everything. From the moment you enter an event until the moment you leave. When you are hired for an in person appearence it matters just as much what you say on stage as what you do off stage. When you are presenting yourself at a conference here are some cardinal rules to live…
Read MoreThe #1 Biggest Mistake Companies Make At Trade Shows
I love being positive. I love helping people. And I hope this doesn’t sound like too much of a rant but I have to share this. I travel to about 15 conferences every year, it’s not a lot but since I have been going to trade shows since the 90’s, they do add up. These…
Read MoreThe Only Way To Win Over Your Audience as a Speaker
I have been speaking in front of audiences that I love for over 20 years. I started out with presentations—mostly technical training on products. I developed marketing training that won awards (my boss and I would dress up in medical uniforms and do a joint presentation of how to bring back your company’s retail health…
Read MoreQuick Secret to Have Stellar Legs Like Beyonce or J-Lo on Stage
J-Lo and Beyonce are known for stunning stage performances and spectacular, skimpy costumes that give them legs for days. As you see them strut their stuff in music videos and on stage, you may find yourself being a little envious of their long flawless limbs. How is it that they dance across the stage for…
Read More6 Healthy Tips To Keep Your Stamina on Stage that Isn’t Manufactured
There are days when I am beyond exhausted and yet somehow, I have to pull up the energy to be “on” and get on stage. Sometimes it’s through sheer willpower that I make it through a 2 hour performance where I am on stage for a good portion of it. Or it could be at…
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