FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have two home bases: Seattle and San Diego and I travel globally, happily~ Rates: I charge a flat rate of $3k-non-profit | 5k- business/university | 10k for Fortune 500, plus travel. Travel costs include flight, ground transport and accommodations. The estimated cost is included in the quote before booking. Payment: 50% down to book and balance due on date of performance via check or credit card (MC/Visa/Discover). There's a 3% fee for cc. As much as I love getting paid top rates, if those fees truly aren't within your budget, don't let it stop you from reaching out if you're seriously interested. I'm open to a combination of traditional payment with trade and/or book sales, film and photo sharing. Let's talk about the possibilities~
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to setup a phone conversation before signing any agreements. I want to be sure I understand what results you want from this performance. Some want a musical performance at the end, or for me to do a meet and greet at a cocktail hour after the speech, or a straight forward speech, followed by a book signing. The speech itself can be catered to your vision. A focus on cancer or adversity in itself and the simple yet effective steps one can take to lead a more daring life regardless of their circumstances. If we're ready for an agreement, then I suss out the travel costs, include them and we're ready to sign. I have a standard agreement, but I'm happy to use yours if you prefer. I'm happy to work with whoever you assign to coordinate promotion, AV, etc. 50% deposit upon signing agreement. Balance due on date of performance.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Story telling has always been in my blood, whether it's standing up to speak, through song or written word. I love a good story. I can thank Toastmasters for teaching me how to speak in public and my Scot-Irish ancestors for the gift of the gab.