George guest speakers face stiff competition every day. Here are ten tips for succeeding as a guest speaker. Prepare for anything - if you feel unprepared for your speaking engagement, the chances are that you will feel nervous. Nervousness and this profession do not mix well. Instead, make sure you practice your speech and have it written well in advance. Know the facts - ff you know your subject inside and out, the audience will feel confident in you and believe the things that you are telling them. If there is a question and answer segment following the event, it is best to know and anticipate what kinds of questions your audience will be asking. Being caught off-guard and unable to answer a question, or worse yet answering it incorrectly, will put your audience off. Have a marketing plan - to stay competitive, you need to be able to market yourself. If you need to use a marketing consultation firm to give you an edge, go for it. However, if you don't have the money to invest in a marketing firm, look online for ways to market yourself as one the preferred George guest speakers. Twitter and Facebook are both free and easy ways to develop networks. Making a website has never been easier. Whatever outlet you choose, make sure you are able to get your name out there to the public and to potential employers. Be willing to bend - things do not always go as planned, and one should know this. Sometimes, an event will attract more people than were originally invited. The event might be standing room only. How do you make those people standing up in the back feel welcomed - these are important things to consider as a George guest speaker?