Phil M Jones

High-Stakes Communication for Better Business Outcomes

Leading Authority on Revenue-Critical Influence, Persuasion, and Decision-Making, Bestselling Author, Serial Entrepreneur, and CPAE Hall of Fame Speaker

When Should You Book Phil?

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When you want your sales conversations to win revenue, not lose it

Phil’s proprietary "Exactly What to Say" methodology equips audiences with the precise language needed to ethically influence decisions, build trust faster, and drive results.

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When your leaders need others to understand, believe, and act on what they say

Phil helps leaders build connection-based leadership, inspiring action without resistance, enabling brilliance in others, and building cultures rooted in clarity, trust, and accountability.

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When your audience needs a human differentiator in the age of AI

Phil’s “Exactly What to Say in the Age of AI” framework enables audiences to balance technical efficiency with emotional resonance so they can outcompete the competition.

About
Phil M Jones

Phil M Jones is the author of seven international bestsellers, including the most listened-to business audiobook of all time. His “Exactly” book series has sold over two million copies and turned into a global movement where leaders, sales teams and individuals are using smarter communication to influence decisions, reduce friction, and drive better results. A member of the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame and the founder of 5 multimillion-dollar companies, he is a strategic advisor to pioneering leaders of the world’s biggest brands and serves in residence at High Point University’s Access to Innovators Program, alongside leaders like Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak and Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph. More than 800 different industries across 59 countries and 5 continents have benefited from his input.

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Most Requested Keynotes

Exactly What to Say®

The Magic Words for Influence and Impact

Words matter. Knowing the right things to say, in the right way, and at the right time will positively impact your results. Phil reveals how to apply the “Magic Words” from his bestselling book to your specific business-critical situations, whether your audience needs to improve conversions, influence others, or lead with more impact.

Beyond the Keynote

Exactly What To Say® Workshop

Perfect for a post-keynote session or tactical skills refining session. This interactive session addresses the critical conversations you are tackling today and practical ways of overcoming common conversational obstacles. Available onsite or virtually.

Advisory Experience

Phil partners with organizations to create long-term change, whether that’s crafting a multi-week series with cohort-based learning, redesigning long-term sales processes and training trainers, or creating bespoke curriculum and learning tools.

Team Certification Mastermind

This exclusive two-day mastermind gives your group a deep understanding of the science and application of his Magic Words, along with how to use them with integrity to influence. Includes rigorous role-playing, workbooks, resources, and a hand-signed certificate of their experience

How We Partner With You

  1. Tailored Strategic Sessions

    Having worked with over 800 different industries, Phil is known for his ability to genuinely learn a client’s business and audience to craft a keynote designed for your unique industry, challenges, and desired outcomes.

  2. Value Beyond the Stage

    When you hire Phil, he is yours for the day. He will work with your event objectives to add extra value, whether that’s a workshop, a VIP session, book signings, photographs, press appearances, etc. The worst thing for Phil is to be present and not be useful.

  3. Impact that Scales

    As founder of the Exactly What to Say movement, Phil offers multiple avenues for ongoing implementation and support, whether you need workshops, training, certified guides, or strategic advising.

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Phil’s Books

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FAQs

What is Phil M Jones’s speaking fee?

Phil M Jones’s speaking fee for the US, Canada, and Mexico is regionally based, ranging from $35,000 – $75,000 for an in-person keynote, plus travel and hotel expenses. Virtual keynotes are $ 30,000. For international keynotes, please contact cmi for a quote.

Does Phil M Jones customize his keynotes?

Yes. Phil M Jones has worked with over 800 industries and deeply understands what it takes to tailor his keynote to deliver impact beyond the event. He researches the audience and works closely with you to ensure he delivers the frameworks and precise language that will help your audience know what to say in the moments that matter.

Does Phil M Jones offer anything besides a keynote?

Yes. Phil M Jones’s Exactly What to Say book series has turned into a global movement with certified guides, an online academy, and masterclasses. He can customize workshops, training, and curriculum for your organization and has partnered with some of the world’s leading brands to create custom solutions for their most pressing communication, sales, and leadership challenges.

What happens after I book Phil M Jones?

After you book Phil M Jones, we will assign you a dedicated cmi team who will ensure all details are handled well before the event. Your team will provide you with Phil’s marketing assets and arrange a discovery call with him. Phil will then work with you to customize his keynote for your specific audience and goals. Together, we ensure your event equips your audience to turn their conversations into results.