What to Ask Before Hiring a Speaker on Leadership
Hiring a speaker on leadership is easier when you go into the conversation with a short list of questions, rather than relying solely on a speaker's general reputation. These questions help clarify fit before you commit, and a speaker's willingness and ability to answer them clearly is itself a useful signal.
Questions to Ask Before You Hire
A first question worth asking is what real-world experience underlies the speaker's leadership content, since speakers who have held leadership roles themselves often bring a depth of specificity that purely theoretical content lacks. A second question is whether the speaker's content can be customized to your industry or organization, since generic leadership talks tend to resonate less with experienced, specialized audiences. A third question concerns format, can this speaker offer more than a single keynote, such as workshops or longer programs, if your event calls for it.
A fourth useful question is about audience fit: has this speaker worked with organizations similar to yours, whether that similarity is in industry, size, or mission? And a fifth is simply logistical, what does the booking process look like, and how far in advance does it need to begin?
How Dr. Sabine Charles Answers These Questions
Dr. Sabine Charles's background offers clear answers to several of these questions. With more than 20 years advising Fortune 500 and higher education leaders, and recognition as a featured speaker for organizations including the IIA, ISACA, and CPA-focused bodies, her experience spans both corporate and specialized professional audiences, detailed on her Speaking page.
On format, her offerings extend well beyond a single keynote, including Corporate Leadership Workshops, Corporate Leadership Retreats, and Leadership MEQ Virtual Summits. The most direct way to address the remaining logistical questions is to start with a complimentary consultation or visit Book Dr. Charles directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Dr. Sabine Charles customize content for my industry?
Her signature topics, including emotional intelligence in leadership and transforming internal audit into strategic value, can be discussed and tailored to your industry and audience through a consultation before booking.
What formats does she offer beyond keynotes?
Beyond keynote speaking, she offers Corporate Leadership Workshops, Corporate Leadership Retreats, and Leadership MEQ Virtual Summits, allowing engagements to range from a single session to ongoing programs.
How do I start the booking process?
The Book Dr. Charles page is the starting point for sharing event details, or you can schedule a complimentary consultation first to discuss your goals and determine the best format.