In this episode of Scott Bloom interviews Eric Termuende, who shares insights from his life as a keynote speaker Eric discusses his shift from 80 events a year to a more balanced schedule, coaching other speakers and prioritizing family. They dig into the art of selecting speakers for events, focusing on identifying the exact problem the speaker can solve rather than just ticking boxes on a checklist. Eric emphasizes that his keynotes are built on universal leadership principles applicable across industries and how he’s now incorporating personal stories to connect better with audiences and make presentations more memorable, entertaining, and actionable. The conversation covers the importance of relatability, authenticity, and being approachable on stage. Eric draws inspiration from speakers like Brené Brown, highlighting the power of storytelling over simply delivering statistics. They address what makes a speaker referable: being easy to work with, delivering clear, memorable, actionable content, and providing evidence of experience through diverse video clips and fresh testimonials. And this is important. Session descriptions are noted as crucial gatekeepers for planners choosing among speakers. Scott and Eric also talk about solving both corporate and event planner problems—such as energizing audiences on the final day of a conference or setting the right tone as an opening speaker. In short, this episode offers practical advice for event professionals, aspiring speakers, and anyone interested in leadership, authenticity, and navigating both career and personal life transitions.
GUEST BIO:
Eric Termuende is on a mission to help leaders and their teams thrive in the future of work. After surveying tens of thousands of people, partnering with hundreds of category-leading companies, and authoring a bestselling book on the world of work, Eric has established himself as a trusted expert delivering refreshing, actionable strategies for leaders at every level.
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A veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for big and small organizations alike. Scott has also hosted his own weekly VH1 series and recently co-hosted a national simulcast of the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theater.
As the son of a successful salesman, he was exposed to the principles of building a business at an early age. As a comedian, Scott cut his teeth at renowned improv and comedy clubs. As a self-taught student of psychology, he’s explored what makes people tick and has written a book (albeit a farce) on how to get through life. He’s uniquely positioned to deliver significant notes on connecting people and making business seriously funny. And who doesn’t like to laugh?
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SHOW CREDITS:
Scott Bloom: Host | scottbloomconnects.com
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