Wow! David's book is packed with 77 ideas (many you can implement TODAY) to improve your business and get more results from speaking, regardless whether you're starting out or a seasoned pro.

I don't speak as regularly as I used to, and this book is a powerful reminder that I need to focus on using speaking (in its many forms) to grow my consulting business (helping clients get 6 figure buyers and building a million dollar pipeline).

Some of my favorites ideas from the book:

* Idea #2 - Define your strategy in 4 questions

* Idea #4 - Define your target market in 4 questions

* Idea #7 - The biggest marketing mistake speakers make

* Idea #14 - The 3 types of speakers

* Idea #20 - Be careful how you label your services (I was making this mistake and am correcting it ASAP)

* Idea #30 - The only 3 problems you solve

* Idea #52 - Context of value and contract of scale

The book is filled with clever quotes including:

* "You don't want broke people to love you. You want check-writing entities to love you." (This is similar to my quote, which is, "Don't sell Ferraris to broke people.")

* "There's a difference between an audience and a market."

* "Some clients are broke. Don't go broke with them."

It also contains mini-lessons from over a dozen thought leaders on

* How to move an opportunity forward

* How to get multiple opportunities from a single speaking gig

* The 7 building blocks of executive speaking success

This book has wisdom and techniques that are valuable than many courses that sell for $500 or more.

This is a clear action-packed guide book for building your speaking business. While some of the tools could be applied to any business, there are some specific nuances of getting hired as a speaker you just don't know unless you have an insider who knows. The author clearly has been around the speaking world and knows his stuff. Open it to any page randomly and you will get something from it, something you can take action on. Read it from cover to cover and the author lays out a strategic plan of building your speaking business. Excellent resources throughout the book with real-life examples. There is also an amazing array of bonuses available at the doitmarketing website you can download when you buy the book so don't miss that piece. Frankly, that's one of the reasons I bought the book but I'm really glad I purchased it in hard copy. I've highlighted a whole year worth of actions I am going to take my speaking business to the next level. If you use the book and take action then you'll get results. The author is witty and the book is fast-paced. I'd buy it again and I'd for sure recommend it.

Ted Sorenson, perhaps the greatest US presidential speechwriter ever, has written that a great speech is characterized by Clarity, Brevity, Levity, Charity. "Do It Speaking", as a book, successfully meets this criteria.

The content is crystal clear and brief. The book is full of no-nonsense humor, and the author's good-will, determination to help, and charitable spirit are on display throughout the book.

The book is aimed at helping speakers to grow their business. He tells it as it is, while simultaneously coming across as an experienced, wise, and realistic mentor who cares very much about the success of his readers.

Over 77 (mini) chapters and ~200 pages, the author offers many ideas pragmatically and thoroughly. The book is peppered with short Twitter-quotes which enhance clarity and brevity. Some chapters also include short articles by other industry experts, for example, Debbie Allen, Henry DeVries, Michael Goldberg, Karyn Greenstreet, and many more.

An excellent resource for any speaker who want to create or grow business.

David Newman writes with a clarity and a blunt honesty about what it takes to be successful in the speaking profession. His concepts and ideas are both practical and yet profound, useful while being thought provoking. They are ideas and actions that when you read them you likely think, "Oh that is not such a 'rocket science idea'> But then you realize that a) I am not doing that and should be, b) No one else is doing that or doing it well, c) I should start this now!

A worthwhile read with application in whatever field, professional occupation or business you are in.

I have seen David present before and have followed him on social media for several years. This book is a must have for anyone who wants to break out of their comfort zone. It is overflowing not only with David's knowledge but also with so many top-notch experts and their tips. I consider those people who also are in the book to be a testament to David and his business. I love the layout of the book also. It is so easy to jump around and is easy to follow. It is already dog eared, marked up, and will be a reference for the rest of my career. Thank you David for your generosity.

Great and informative book. I highly recommend it,

For the last 7 years, I have been a raving fan of David Newman. I have supported a number of his endeavors and books through tweeting about them. I, likewise, did the same with DO IT! SPEAKING. I'm so glad I did, as it was great to share his latest with my large audience on social media.

Like anything I've seen David do, this book is AMAZING! He refers to it as being 77 instant-action ideas to market, monetize and maximize your experience as a speaker, his primary target audience, but so many of his NUGGETS can be applied to multiple professions.

What I also appreciate about the book is that David has relied on input from many other industry professionals for their sage advice. Their contributions are extremely valuable and well worth reading.

Regardless of whether you're just thinking about being a speaker or a seasoned veteran, I would highly recommend David's book. It is definitely one worth reading and keeping at arm's length on your bookshelf or desk for ready reference for years to come.

I've known and worked with David Newman multiple times over the past 3-4 years and he really knows his stuff when it comes to not only delivering a talk full of value BUT how to market yourself as a speaker, too. He also happens to be very knowledgable about sales in a way that is doable (not scary), fun (yes, it can be fun if you "do it" right), and not overly pushy. His first book, "Do It! Marketing" was an excellent read (he writes like he speaks and he's very funny), and now "Do It! Speaking" is his 2nd book. He brings together lots of other experts to give the reader a valuable look at the world of speaking and presenting. Do yourself a favor and get this book and take your speaking-driven business to THE next level. Thank you, David, for always providing value in a fun and manageable way.

I don't normally get a lot of value from the "101 ways to achieve XYZ" type of books but this one is different. That's because the author delivers practical and "do-able" tips for generating revenue from speaking gigs. It's really quite clever and given the potential return on investment from even one properly monetized speaking engagement, I expect to gain extraordinary value.

I first came across David online about 13 years ago. I saw him deliver a great talk at PSA national convention in the UK.

When I saw he had a new book, it was an easy purchase decision.

I had high expectations for the book. It didn't disappoint.

David has a really great writing style. I particularly liked the bite size approach.

One thing that makes the book stand out is the big focus on action rather than a bunch of theory.

If you are using speaking in any way as part of your marketing strategy or if you are a full time speaker this book will help you take big steps forward.

This book is pithy, punchy and powerful. In an industry where there is a constant pandemic of low quality advice, Newman's Weapons Grade Wisdom is the glorious exception.