BEHIND THE MIC

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Mark Black's journey from surgeries to corporate speaking success

S1 E1 • Jan 30, 2025 • 27 mins

In this episode, Mark Black shares his journey from undergoing surgeries to becoming a corporate speaker. He discusses delivering value to audiences, the role of CAPS in his career, balancing speaking with financial stability, and key lessons from memorable engagements.

Key Points

Transitioning from youth to corporate speaking requires not only a compelling story but also actionable content that provides tangible takeaways for the audience.
Success in the speaking industry hinges on continuous self-improvement, effective marketing, and consistent outreach to potential clients.
Balancing a stable income with building a speaking career can alleviate financial pressure and allow for a gradual, sustainable transition into full-time speaking.

Speakers

Roxanne Derhodge

Host • 22%

Carl Richards

Guest • 8%

Mark Black

Guest • 67%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction to BEHIND THE MIC with hosts and guest Mark Black
1:33	Mark Black's journey from surgeries to corporate speaking
6:13	Delivering value to corporate audiences
9:35	The role of CAPS in Mark's speaking career
11:06	The balance of speaking and financial stability
15:26	Key lessons from memorable speaking engagements
25:32	The significance of marketing in speaking
26:23	Closing remarks and contact information
27:39	Sponsor: CAPS

Transcript

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