This is a nuts-and-bolts career seminar for anyone who wants to be a six-figure speechwriter … or anyone who needs to hire a six-figure speechwriter.

Speechwriting pays handsomely.  In fact, it’s the most lucrative writing specialty.  Salaries for high-level staff speechwriters top $100,000 … and experienced freelance speechwriters earn $3,000 - $10,000 per speech.

How can you build a successful speechwriting career?  Joan Detz will show you how to:

• Find lucrative assignments
• Learn about openings for staff speechwriters
• Handle the speechwriting interview
• Prepare (or evaluate) a professional portfolio
• Know what you’re worth – either freelance, or on staff
• Manage speechwriting glitches/changes/re-writes
• Handle (and charge for) “rush” jobs
• Get referrals to grow your business
• “Survive” even when you lose your best client
• Spot problem clients/bosses (before you agree to work for them)
• Work as part of a speechwriting team
• Use media attention to build your professional profile
• Build a strong speechwriting future … starting today