Thank you for contacting the Du Plain Speakers Bureau in regards to building and growing your speaking and training business. Whether you are looking for part time speaking opportunities or want more of a full time business, the Du Plain Speakers Bureau can assist you.

Being listed with a speaker’s bureau is one of the steps in the process of becoming a speaker; however it does not guarantee that you will get any bookings.

To get on the fast track to growing your business, it’s important to work with a seasoned and successful speaker to have as your mentor and coach.

We have enlisted Arnold Sanow, MBA, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) to work with you to get you on the fast track and greatly reduce your learning curve in building a part or full time business. Arnold has been a full time speaker and coach to speakers and trainers for over 20 years, has delivered over 2,500 keynotes, seminars and training programs to more than 500 different companies, associations and governmental agencies. He has received numerous awards such as being named one of the top 5 best “bang for the buck” speakers in the USA for 2009 by Successful Meetings Magazine. In addition, he is the author/co-author of 5 books to include, “Get Along with Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere” and “Marketing Boot Camp”

To make sure you increase your chances for getting bookings both from the speaker’s bureau and on your own, we are only adding speakers to our bureau who take one of the following programs.

Silver – Fast Track Program - 1 to 1 Coaching, Speaking for Big $$$ Manual and System and Listing in Du Plain Speakers Bureau

This specially designed one to one 3 hour coaching program by phone or in-person is designed to help you start, build and grow your own part or full-time speaking and training business.

If you need assistance in determining how to start and what steps you must take; if you need to know the right direction and focus for you; if you want to know how to generate speaking and training engagements, or if you have tons of questions and don’t know the answers this program is for you.

Arnold Sanow, MBA, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) will personally work with you to provide you with the time tested and proven strategies you’ll need to get on the fast track … Now!

You’ll pick up ideas and solutions to save you time, money and avoid the common pitfalls most speakers and trainers make.

As an experienced and successful speaker for over 20 years, Arnold will assist you by providing you with the who, what and where to get you off and running in the right direction.

The special fee (payable in advance) is only $997.00 which includes the 3 hour session, listing in bureau and Arnold’s copyrighted e-manual with forms, marketing materials, resources, and steps to take to build your business. (You will get a license to use any of the materials in the e-manual for your personal use)

Typical questions that are asked include the following:

How do I start? What direction should I go in? What is my focus?

How do I price my speaking and training services?

“Painless” and “low cost” marketing strategies

How to use the internet to your advantage

How to increase your income through books, products and related services

How to get published

Valuable resources for everything from printing to speaker marketing services

Sure fire ways to jumpstart your business

How to get “agents” to sell you

How to partner and develop strategic alliances to sell your speaking programs

All the forms, agreements and marketing materials you’ll need to start now!

Presentation skills that you must have to get you asked back again and again.

7 ways to get speaking engagements now

What do I do on a daily basis?

Nothing will be held back!!

And much more…

Gold – 6 Month Unlimited 1 to 1 Personal Coaching and Mentoring Program. Includes Listing in Du Plain Speakers Bureau and Speaking for Big $$$ Manual and System

Do you want to start, build and grow your own part or full time speaking/ training/coaching business? Do you want to consistently earn fees of $1,500, $3,000, $5,000, $10,000 and more for your presentations? Do you want lucrative coaching and consulting assignments? Do you want to manage your time and determine your own destiny? And do you want to create a fulfilling and satisfying life by helping others and changing lives? Get on the fast track … NOW! Start working one to one with Arnold Sanow, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional). As your mentor and coach Arnold will provide you with a tailored program customized to your needs, your concerns and your challenges. You will get proven business and marketing strategies and an action plan that works. Arnold’s step by step coaching and systematized approach will save you time, money and help you to avoid the costly mistakes that can derail your business. It’s like having your own full-time personal business and marketing strategist at a fraction of the cost. You’re never alone! If you want to learn what it takes to get paid in speaking or if you are a speaker and you want to get more jobs and higher pay, Arnold’s one to one coaching and mentoring system is for you!

“My income has increased 3 times in the short time that I have been working with you” Ronald P. Culberson, LCSW, CSP

Hi, I have been a full time speaker for over 20 years with more than 2,500 PAID presentations to over 500 companies, associations and governmental agencies. In addition to having a successful speaking business, I have been working with and coaching/mentoring speakers, trainers and consultants to get them on the fast track to building and growing their businesses.

In these challenging, changing and competitive times you must have a coach/mentor who knows what works, what doesn’t and who has “been there, done that.” I will take the guesswork out of running a speaking, training and coaching business and be your accountability coach to make sure things get done. We will focus on your needs, challenges and concerns with real-life, practical, simple to understand and easy to implement solutions. Plus … I will share everything … nothing will be left out!!

“Arnold, thank you for working with me to launch my speaking, training and coaching business. Because of your valuable advice and counsel I am already seeing results! I have already booked a high fee speaking and coaching opportunity!” Wendy King

Don’t be fooled, many people may proclaim to be a speaking business coach. Do they have a solid track record? ; Are they booking 100 ++ paid presentations a year?; Are they living the lifestyle you want to live?; and are they making the money you want to make?

"Arnold, your advice really works! Business is coming to us --- In fact, 3 speakers bureaus just requested information on my services." Rick Mauer

I am offering you an affordable and specific, easy to understand and proven system to provide you with the guidance you’ll need to feel comfortable and confident in all aspects of this lucrative, fun and exciting business. We will start your coaching program with up to a one day, 1 to 1 session to develop a customized step by step, easy to understand and real life strategy with a roadmap tailored to your unique needs. My program helps you focus by determining who you are, where you want to go and what specific steps are necessary to get there. I also realize that everyone is different and there is no one system that works for everyone. Every person has a unique combination of background, expertise, style and goals. I will help you reach your goals with a tailored program customized for you.

“Thank you again for everything. We feel with 100% certainty that investing in your services was the absolute right decision! I fully believe that things are going to move rather quickly from here on out. You are changing our lives!” Dave Massey

In addition, I will also provide six months of unlimited e-mail/phone/fax support to get you answers to those everyday challenges and concerns that you face. We will have regularly scheduled telephone meetings and I am available between those times to answer your pressing questions. Although there are plenty of books, seminars and resources about building a speaking and training practice, these alone can’t compare to a “live” expert who is available for you when daily concerns like pricing, proposals, networking, reviewing materials or other concerns arise. And as your accountability coach, you are never alone!

“I want to thank you again for a great session. You really have a gift - for turning a seemingly average opportunity into something magical, (i.e. more dollars)"...Mark Sincevich

"I am following your advice and your step-by-step workbook and I already have booked a number of speaking engagements. Thank you!" ...Roz Trieber

You can call, fax or e-mail me as much as you want and even everyday if you wish. Some clients call daily, others weekly and some at our scheduled meetings. I promise to always be approachable, eager to speak with you and willing to get back within the day.

“To Mr. Marketing, without you and your mentoring program, neither my business nor this book would be a reality” Robyn Webb, Author of “Pynch of Thyme”

In addition, I will supply you with a CD that takes you step by step through building a speaking practice. It also includes; resources, sample letters, proposals, agreements, forms, marketing materials, flyers and much more. By working with my program you will get a license to use these templates for your business. This will save you time, aggravation and money.

I will also act as an agent for you. I get many requests from those looking for speakers and trainers and I refer the people in my mentoring and coaching program first!

"Many thanks for an excellent work session! You gave me so many great ideas to spark my speaking business. I was impressed by your wealth of information. My time with you was definitely well spent. " Rick Buckingham

This investment is low enough for anyone who is serious about building a business and high enough to show me your commitment to making this business work for you. Plus, it is easy to make your money back through increased business and/or higher fees. In fact, for many people your investment will be paid back in one or two speaking engagements.

"What do you say to someone who has given you the tools to help others while giving you the opportunity to dramatically increase your income? Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” Ronald Baras

After our initial 1 to 1 day session, I will work with you on an ongoing basis. You are never alone! You can e-mail and call me as much as you want. I promise to have an answer for you every time. Here are a few of the questions that are asked and answered on a daily basis. Are some of these your concerns?

• What direction should I go in and what steps should I take to get there?
• Can you assist me in determining my focus?
• Can you assist me in branding myself or my program?
• I have a potential client, what I should I say?
• What should I say at the meeting tomorrow?
• Can you work with me on a “script” when calling potential clients?
• How should I approach this client?
• Can you assist me in product development?
• What are the next steps I should take?
• Can you show me how to use “social” marketing on the internet
• How do I leverage my speaking to generate more business opportunities?
• What are other profit centers in which I can easily diversify?
• Can you help me answer some of the objections that come up?
• I want to send out a proposal, can you review it before I send it?
• Can you role play with me on how I should approach this potential client?
• How do I get my last client to hire me back?
• How do I respond to objections on price and other matters?
• Can you help me write my marketing materials?
• Can you look at my marketing materials and make comments and suggestions?
• Where do I start?
• What do I do on a daily basis?
• How do I build this speaking engagement into multiple deals?
• What should I charge?
• How to I get publicity?
• How do I sell and promote my products at seminars?
• Could you help me write a sales letter?
• Where can I go to get my web page done?
• What are the steps I need to take to get a book or CD?
• How can I sell more books and CD’s?
• Where can I get a good speaker video?
• Can you give me advice on my web site?
• What resources do you know to help me build my business?
• Can you listen to my presentation?
• How should I position myself?
• Can you look at my presentation and make suggestions?
• Can you help me create a winning proposal?
• How do I overcome this objection?
• How do I market myself?
• Can I align with you and use your credibility to boost my business?
• What direction should I go in?
• How do I approach my advocates?
• How do I follow up with my clients?
• How do I make strategic alliances and partnerships to build my business
• And much more…

“Arnold, as you know, in coaching we recognize the power of gratitude. I am grateful to have met you. And, I thank my lucky stars that you are my mentor. You are a good role model for me, and a good person: a real mensch. You are truly dedicated and the “Go To” guy when it comes to aspiring speakers. Thank you.” Dr. Allan Stafford

These and thousands of other questions come up on a daily basis. Some of these take a few minutes for me to answer and others take hours. Whatever it takes and no matter how long it takes I will have an answer for you. I will never give you just a cursory answer, but an in-depth “how to” solution. There is never a “meter running” and you can always feel comfortable in calling me.

"You are the best mentor an aspiring speaker and author could have discovered. Thanks to your guidance, this book is a reality and my speaking and law firm is growing everyday! Thank You ... Thank You ... “ Warmest Regards, Cheryl Frank., JD, CPA. Author of "How To Survive An IRS Attack"

I am only working with a few people in this program as it can be very time consuming. Admission is limited and it is on a first come, first serve basis. If you want to stop wasting time, money, energy and making costly mistakes, this program is for you.

“Arnold’s coaching/mentoring program is like getting a MBA in the speaking/training business. It was a great investment. He provided me with tips, tools, contacts, resources and real life solutions to get my business on the fast track. I especially liked his ongoing 1 to 1 coaching. I was never alone. He was always available and got back to me promptly with any questions or concerns. If you are looking for an easy to understand and implement step–by–step roadmap from a super successful speaker/trainer who will share everything, Arnold is the right choice! Carson Tate, CPO, President Living Simply and Working Simply

The investment is as follows. The client agrees to retain Arnold Sanow as his/her coach/mentor for 6 months. The investment is a flat fee of only $8,900( if paid in full). If the client wishes to have a payment plan the fee is $5,400 as a deposit and $1,000 per month for a period of 4 months. The total is then $9,400. Payment can be made by credit card or check. Arnold can meet you at his location or come to you. If Arnold travels to your location in the USA there is a small flat fee of $690 to cover travel and expenses. If you reside outside the USA please ask about pricing for the coaching and mentoring program. After the 6 month period ends you can sign on for unlimited e-mail/phone/ in-person meetings (if schedules match) support for another 6 months for a retainer of only an additional $5,900. In addition to the coaching program, I also have a “Seminars to Go” Program. This program provides you with an already designed seminar program that has produced hundreds of thousands of dollars for Arnold. This complete Turnkey System includes a license to reproduce Arnold’s program, no royalties, a seminar leader’s guide, master copy of the workbook, PowerPoint slides, sample flyers to promote the program and a 1 to 1 meeting to go over the program with Arnold Sanow. There is a one time flat fee of $5,900 for each “Seminars to Go” program. If you wish to take the full coaching program and add on a “Seminars to Go” program the fee for both is only $12,900 (savings of $1,900).

All my fees are value based flat fees that include everything (time) except printing of materials, fees to vendors, supplies, etc . This is the most popular and advantageous for my clients. Some of the reasons why this works well for you include:

• There is a cap on your investment. There are no surprises and you know exactly what is to be spent
• There is never a “meter” running. You can contact me anytime and not have to worry that you will be charged for every minute, hour, day or week
• It’s hard to know how long it will take for everything we must do to make you succeed. I will spend as much time as necessary to get you on the right track
• This is the easiest and most convenient way to work together. There will never be a debate about what is billable.

“Arnold, I couldn’t have built my business without you! I am well on my way and through every step you have been approachable, available, and responsive and most of all you know the entire do’s and don’ts of the speaking and training business. You are a great coach and mentor” Steve Weber, aka “Forest Gump”

I am happy to talk with you to see if this opportunity makes sense for you. This is not a “get rich quickly scheme” but a program to build a solid foundation to grow a sustaining business. I will provide you with the pro’s and con’s of my program. I am not out to “hard sell” my coaching to you if it is not right for you and there is not a real good chance for your success. Working with speakers is a passion of mine. My goal is make the fee low enough for you to afford, and high enough to make sure there is a high level of commitment.

"Thank you for all of your help during the past year. You are terrific and your support has been outstanding. You are an excellent coach. You are always upbeat, sincere and professional. I feel very good about my decision to join your mentoring program and that I've got much more than I've paid for. " Mary Cadden

"Thanks for all your help. It has made a HUGE difference and will affect what I do for the rest of my career". Steven Gaffney

“You opened my eyes to many possibilities that never would have occurred to me” Scott Wallace

“My greatest thank you for the wonderful learning experience through your mentoring. Even though I have been speaking for years, I never realized how much more I needed to know. Thanks for filling in all the voids, I never knew existed. You are truly the light that I now see at the end of the tunnel” Dr. Gene Charles

Platinum Program – 6 month 1 to 1 Mentoring and Coaching Program, Listing in Du Plain Speakers Bureau, and Arnold’s Speaking for Big $$$ Manual and System … PLUS MORE …

This program includes everything above, plus all of the following:

· 1 to 1 meeting with Jan DuPlain

· Headshots and pictures

· 7 minute video displaying your talents

· Presentation skills training

· Public relations, Press Kit and Web Design

Please contact the Du Plain Agency for pricing

Besides the Silver, Gold and Platinum programs we also offer the following services to speakers and trainers.

· Presentation skills Training – Arnold will work with your group or one to one with you to assist you in improving your presentation and personal presence. This includes video feedback. If you want to project poise and professionalism, captivate your listeners, persuade people to act on what you say and develop comfort and confidence this program is for you. Please contact us for pricing.

· Presentation to Go - Do you need a prepared speech, presentation or seminar that you can deliver? Arnold can get you what you need in as little as 48 hours. In addition, you may also be interested in getting the license to deliver one of Arnold’s presentations that has generated hundreds of thousands of dollars in income. Arnold will supply you with the handout, all PowerPoint slides, syllabus, materials, and outline and will go over it with you step by step. There is a one time flat fee. No royalties or additional yearly licensing.

· Get Published … NOW! – To boost your credibility, build your fame, increase your speaking engagements and get your name known, Arnold will write articles for you or co-author a book with you. Books and articles not only create speaking opportunities, they also separate you from the crowd and maximize your speaking, training and coaching fees.