About this episode
Grant Baldwin describes himself as a “normal dude” who has earned millions delivering 500+ paid speaking engagements around the world. He founded The Speaker Lab to teach what he’s learned about communication and connection – two of the most critical skills to advance your career or grow your business. In this episode, Grant talks about his journey from burned out youth pastor to well-paid keynote speaker and shares practical tips you can use to become a more effective storyteller, marketer, and leader today. Grant also talks about: - How to command a room even if you’re not a confident speaker - Exactly how to plan a “best man” speech or any other type of talk - The two questions every audience needs you to answer - How he’d improve Brandon’s “bathroom mirror” story - Why he invests most of his money back into his own business - How he ensures his kids don’t grow up spoiled - His family’s approach to charitable giving - Getting his pilot’s license Books Mentioned: - 48 Days to the Work You Love by Dan Miller - T he 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss - 10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy Connect with [Grant: Book: The Successful Speaker: Five Steps for Booking Gigs, Getting Paid, and Building Your Platform https://www.amazon.com/Successful-Speaker-Booking-Building-Platform/dp/0801094089 The Speaker Lab Podcast https://thespeakerlab.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakerlab/ Website: https://grantbaldwin.com/ Connect with us! Website: https://abetterlife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterlife https://www.instagram.com/beardybrandon Grant’s charitable cause (100% of ad revenue goes here): - The Make-A-Wish Foundation https://wish.org/ Show Sponsor: - Podcast Pointman, the podcast agency that produces this very show and a handful of other Top-1% podcasts. Watch the podcast growth masterclass here: https://www.podcastpointman.com Interested in building wealth without losing your soul? Join the BetterLife Tribe here: https://join.abetterlife.com/tribe