How to attend ted talks?

How do I suggest a speaker? Use our speaker nomination form, and fill in as much information as you can. This form goes directly to our speaker selection team.

Can I suggest someone I don't know personally? You ask for their email address, and I don't know it. Please do! Just let us know how you've heard about this person, and why you think they should speak at TED.

Can I suggest someone I work for, or a client of mine? Yes.

Can I suggest myself as a speaker? Yes.

Can I speak at TED by becoming a sponsor? No. Read more about partnering with TED. Sponsoring TED has many benefits, but a guaranteed speaking slot is not one of them.

Will it help if I submit multiple nominations, or have my friends nominate me several times? No. It really only takes one suggestion.

Is there a deadline for suggesting a speaker? We accept nominations all the time. It's best to get your suggestions to us as early as possible, so we can research them carefully and make the best decision on the speaker roster.

I want to speak at TED, but my usual talk runs 50 minutes. Can I get a longer slot? We strictly enforce the clock for all speakers. TED is the place to condense your ideas into a compelling 18-minute talk that communicates your best ideas. We've found that a carefully prepared presentation of this length can have astonishing impact.

Every social media post, blog post, podcast, or video you create should be intentional. ​

Why? Because that unique constellation will inform how your audience sees you. It’s the key to your Author brand.

That constellation tells people what you have to offer, and ultimately, it also determines what speaking opportunities are open to you.

Many people dream of giving a TED talk. It’s a big stage and a big brand focused on exciting ideas. TED has major name recognition, so it seems like any Author good enough to land a TED talk has it made.

But before I tell you how to get a TED talk, pause for a minute. Be honest with yourself. Why do you want to give a TED talk?

Is it because it will help you meet your larger goals? Maybe you want to build a career around public speaking. Or maybe you think it will help you net larger clients or raise the fees you can charge for your coaching.

If so, giving a TED talk might be a good idea.

But if it’s just for vanity or a badge of honor, you might want to reconsider. You’re better off spending your time and effort working toward all the long term goals you had in mind when you wrote your book.

Every marketing move you make should have a purpose. It should help you reach your objectives. That goes for prestigious events like TED, too.