Martin Barnes, Founder, 8 Seconds 2 Connect
Workshop title: Your Next Client Is in the Room. Turn Stage Time into ROI.
Workshop Summary
Shelley turned three minutes on stage in 2023 into a paid 12-country EU tour in 2025. Communication coach Martin Barnes shares how he helped her become a thought leader. He'll then compare and contrast two recent keynotes, highlighting what to avoid. He'll give away his Speaker Flywheel to turn visibility into momentum. And finally, how AI (yep, we had to say it) helped him get the most out of Atomicon 2025. 30 minutes of clarity and motivation. Perfect for brand builders ready to get ROI from speaking at events and conferences.
About Martin
Martin Barnes, communication coach with 25 years of experience. In design, advertising, and film across the UK and China.
He’s pitched to Hollywood producers. Coached C-suite leaders and teams at Mercedes, VW, and Cartier. Helped founders raise millions and speak on TEDx stages. He doesn’t fix slides or polish performance. He helps people embrace intentional communication. How to read the room. Share the right story, and create win-win conversations that move businesses forward.
Clients include: BMW, Dior, the British Embassy Beijing, Google, Tech South West, Software Cornwall, and Innovate UK.
More at linkedin.com/in/martinbarnespresentations.
Website
www.8seconds2connect.com (under construction July - August 2025)
Podcast Speaking of ROI
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/speaking-of-roi/id1806604614
https://open.spotify.com/show/0KoMFCkHadopw3EYy1XgET?si=b643b5d61f0f43ec
