The Power of Imagination in Business

Check out my latest article on the Paradox of Potential Blog - The Power of Imagination

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Open Mic Comedy Austin - "The Profile" - WEDNESDAYS

Open Mic Comedy - Austin, TX:  Roughcut Comedy is launching a new open mic in on Wednesday Night's in Austin, Texas.

Hosted by me (Thom Singer).  

What?  Yes, I agreed to be the EmCee of the new weekly event.  I like comedy, and this adventure into stand up has had a positive impact on my work and life. 

• Each comic have a five minute set (why 5 minutes? Because I like longer sets, three minutes just goes too fast).  

• Capped at 20 comics (why capped? Because I am old and want to be in bed by midnight).  
• Every week we will feature a "Profiled Comic" who gets a ten minute set (why? because I want to make it more than just an open mic, but give it a "show" feel).  
• List at 8:00.  Show at 8:30.  The list will be reordered.  
• Location - Stereotype. (510 Rio Grande St.  West 6th St Area).

Open Mic Comedy Austin

I began doing comedy a year ago. I am a long way from being "really good", but I have had fun and learned a lot. Plus, the local comedy scene has some amazing people doing comedy.  I want to support them by trying to build a show that is more than a few comics in the audience. 

Thus, I am seeking people to make their Wednesday Night Austin fun time out to include ""the Profile" open mic.  

We are launching the show on July 10, 2019.  I figure it will take 4-6 weeks to get the comedians and the audience to find the show.  But my goal is to make this a little different and a lot of fun for everyone. 

Open mic comedy - Austin has a new face..... "The Profile".  Check it out. 

Leadership Keynote Speakers

Having presented nearly 1000 times at live events (and hosted over 470 episodes of my entrepreneur podcast, Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do), I am fascinated by what makes an audience lean into a speech.

Check out my thoughts on a post about Leadership Keynote Speakers on my website.

thom

Business Development Coaching for Lawyers

In the last two weeks I have had several lawyers reach out to me about coaching.  I began my freelance career working one-on-one with attorneys helping them understand how to market and present themselves.  I had moved away from this work, but realized recently I miss it.

I am now offering Business Development Coaching for Lawyers.  If you know anyone who could use this assistance, let them know about me.

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Workplace Productivity

My latest blog post on my website (click through to check it out).....

Workplace Productivity is NOT enough. 

thom

Corporate Training

In the past two years much of my work has shifted from only speaking on big stages delivering keynotes, to doing more corporate training.

Corporate training is different from speaking. It is more intimate, and has the potential to set the rest button in someone.

My new program on how to manage potential: "Obtain the Possible" has been approved for Vistage. I am really excited to be able to give to the members of this organization.

thom

Motivational Speakers

For over a decade I have worked in the business of motivational speakers.  I love the industry, and I am so excited everyday that my career has worked out.  It has not been easy, but serving the corporate and association audiences, over 800 of them, has been a real honor.

In 2009 I was laid off from my corporate marketing job. The moment is burned into my memory. It was April 1st, and no, the irony of being laid off on April 1st is not lost to me. I had no job prospects, and we were in the middle of the great recession.  It was the worst economy in 50 years.  

So I took the leap. I went full time as a motivational keynote speaker.

I had become captivated with public speaking long before, and had fine tuned my abilities thought being an active member of Toastmasters for ten years. It takes time to learn to speak at the level of a real professional speaker. To be a meaningful inspirational speaker looks easy, but involves hundreds of hours perfecting the skills. 

Many people ask me about how to become a motivational speaker. My advice is always the same... go speak.  Someone once asked Stephen King how to become a writer, and he replied "Go write.  Writers write".  I think the same thing is true for motivational speakers.  Speakers speak. 

Motivational speakers are a weird group, but I fit right in.  I got involved in the National Speakers Association early in my career, and it was the best decision I ever made.  I have learned a lot for their educational events, but the real gold has been in the strong friendships I have created.  

While I always want more business, and actively promote my business to meeting planners, I also go out of my way to refer other speakers.  I care about live events, and I know that sourcing great keynote speakers is not easy. I watch all the speakers I can and praise the great ones in person and online. 

If you are seeking a motivational speaker for your company or association event, let's have a conversation.  I am always available to brainstorm ideas.  

Have A Great Day

thom singer

Employee Training

Check out the newest blog post about my Effective Employee Training Program - "The Paradox of Potential".

If your company is hosting a meeting, let's talk about how to get your people talking and taking action. Potential is great, but potential does not equal performance. 

All new blog posts are hosted on the new blog on ThomSinger.com

Personal and Professional Goals

New on the new blog on my website - Personal and Professional Goals.

Check it out, and the embedded video series on managing your potential. 

Speed Networking

I just wrote a blog post on my website about Speed Networking.

Check it out on my website blog. 

thom

Plenary Speaker

There is often some confusion around the terms Keynote Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Plenary Speaker, etc..

On my website I talk about my view of how they are often used interchangeably. However, it is in technical organizations where they often assign my Conference Catalyst Program and the opening keynote on connecting the "Plenary Speaker" title.  

Check out my thoughts. What are your thoughts? 

What is a keynote speaker?

New Blog Post on my website blog - What Is A Keynote Speaker?

Have you been reading my new blog on ThomSinger.com?  I am back at blogging on a regular basis talking about the speaking world, and the meetings industry.  

I also write about how to manage your potential.  Your career can be better if you discover your path across the gap between potential and performance. 

Storytelling Speakers

Check out my new post on my website about Storytelling Speakers.

Thom Singer - Storytelling Speaker

Humor in the Workplace

My study of comedy is teaching me many things.  

Latest blog post on the new blog - Humor in the Workplace.

Check it out. 

Professional Speakers

Recommended Professional Speakers:

Thom Singer has created a list of professional speakers who the regularly refers.

After speaker at a conference, Thom is 100% of two things:

1. That association or company will hold the same event next year
2. They most likely do not want the same keynote speaker in back to back years.

Thus, he makes sure he always refers other speakers to his clients.  

Additionally, when talking to a prospect, they often are seeking more than one professional speaker.  

For these reasons he created a list of cool speakers who Thom is confident will "wow" any audience.

Check out the list and if you call one of these speakers, please tell them how you found them.

Have A Great Day

thom

Professional Speaker - Thom Singer celebrates 10 years

The latest episode of Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do is about Thom Singer's 10th anniversary of being a professional speaker.  

Global Meetings Industry Day - Austin

Check out my newest blog post about Global Meetings Industry Day.

I am honored to be the MC for the Austin event.

Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speaker

When you are seeking a keynote speaker for your next event, make sure Thom Singer is on your short list.

Motivational Speaker

Motivational Speaker 

If you are seeking a speaker for your next conference, it might be a good idea to have a conversation with Thom Singer. 

Master of Ceremonies

Seeking a master of ceremonies?  Look at Thom Singer.  512-970-0398