Transforming Keynote Bookings with a High-Impact Demo Reel

Meredith Breitstein is an accomplished leadership speaker with a passion for helping individuals find the courage to stand out and shine against the competition. Before working with Outspeak, Meredith had secured solid speaking engagements, but she knew something was missing. An agent once told her that while her demo reel was good, it wasn’t good enough. This feedback sparked a realization—if she wanted to reach the next level in her speaking career, she needed a reel that truly showcased her message and energy.

Meredith Breitstein Speaker Demo Reel

Missed Keynote Opportunities

Meredith’s previous demo reel was functional but not exceptional. It lacked the polished storytelling and professional edge needed to compete at the highest level. She was getting booked but not as consistently or at the fee levels she desired. Additionally, she found the process of updating her demo reel overwhelming—she wasn’t sure what content mattered most or how to organize her footage effectively.

The Solution

After being referred to Outspeak, Meredith decided to invest in a new demo reel. The process was seamless—she was able to upload her best content, and Outspeak’s team handled the rest, expertly curating and editing the footage to create a compelling, high-quality video that truly represented her brand.

More Bookings, Higher Fees, and Greater Recognition

The impact of her new sizzle reel was immediate and game-changing:

Secured two major keynote speeches

Simply by posting her reel on LinkedIn—one for an international company and another as the opening keynote for a high-profile conference in Napa Valley.

Achieved record-breaking fees

She booked her highest-paid speaking engagement ever after releasing her updated reel.

Dramatic increase in bookings

Within the first six weeks of the year, she had already secured more gigs than in the entire previous year.

Expanded opportunities

Her demo reel not only elevated her presence as a keynote speaker but also led to unexpected bookings as an emcee and auctioneer for charitable organizations, reinforcing her ability to connect with audiences in multiple formats.

The Takeaway for Maximum Bookings

Meredith’s success story highlights the power of investing in high-quality marketing assets. By updating her demo reel with Outspeak, she unlocked new levels of opportunity, increased her speaking fees, and secured more frequent and prestigious engagements. As she puts it, “If you have a big mission or message to put out into the world, you’re playing small if you’re not putting your best foot—or video—forward.”

Next Steps

Meredith plans to continue working with Outspeak to refine and update her reel as her career evolves. Given the overwhelming success of her investment, she’s already recommending Outspeak to fellow speakers looking to take their businesses to the next level.