Nick Gold

Cheerleader
DISC Type : Is

Managing Director/Owner at Speakers Corner

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Nick Gold is the Managing Director of Speakers Corner, an entrepreneur who has founded multiple ventures in the speaking industry. A graduate of the University of Liverpool and author of "Speaking With Confidence, " he is a past President of The International Association of Speaker Bureaus. People often describe him as impressive, knowledgeable, passionate, and insightful.

Outside of work, Nick is a family man and foster carer, having provided a home for around 20 children over six years. His personal passions include food and sport. He previously sat on the board of a restaurant group and mentored young creatives at Soho House, reflecting a deep interest in community and talent development.

Unique fact: Nick is rumored to be a skilled ice sculptor.

Personality Overview

Affable

Considerate

Listener

They are more likely to go for proven solutions.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.

Topics They Care About

Speaking Industry Evolution
He runs multiple businesses and has led international industry associations, focusing on moving the industry beyond transactional relationships to true partnerships.
Fostering Children
A significant part of his personal life, Nick and his family have been short-term foster carers for approximately 20 children over the past six years.
Business Innovation
He thrives on challenging the status quo and embraces bold ideas to drive innovation, aiming to create impactful businesses that deliver lasting value.

Media Appearances

Nick has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2005
Managing Director/Owner at Speakers Corner
9-2024
Director at Future Voices Speakers
1-2015
Director/Partner at Speaking Office
3-2015 - 12-2023
Director at Berber & Q
11-2018 - 3-2019
Mentor at Soho House & Co

Education

1993 - 1996
2:1 from University of Liverpool

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Insights For Selling To Nick

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Summarize the key points at the end of the conversation
  • Show them how they look good by making this decision
  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision

DONT's

  • Don’t sound very transactional
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Nick is

  • Relationship and rapport play a major role, followed by low risk and the presence of proof points.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nick

  • They are diplomatic when the need arises; they hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Nick move?

  • They can take their time to reach decisions, even while they stay engaged and friendly.
  • Can Nick take some risk or not?

  • They are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Nick

Personality Compatibility


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