what is the procedure, when invited to be a guest?

Question

if YOU are ask to "perform or speak" on a paid event/program(as special guest), and wish to bring along your personal assistant or husband/wife, are they suppose to be charged? this question is moreso church related. Am I wrong in thinking that 1 "additional person" should be free of charge and anyone else(second or third persons) accompanying me SHOULD then be charged?
What is the industry procedure in this matter? I figure an artist/bishop/speaker(like Juanita Bynum) would have a manager or agent or personal assistant or secretary, accompanying them when they travel to minister, and aren't charge admisstion/registration fee....am i assuming wrong? where can i find out more information.

Answer 1

Talk to the people who invited you and tell them that you require your assistant / spouse to be with you, they should understand and allow the person. This is customary when doing this kind of thing

Answer 2

If you are to be paid for a speaking engagement, then you set the price of the performance. If you desire to take one person or twenty, then you must figure that into your expenses as part of the cost of your engagement. A single price should be determined before the event, unless you agree to some other form of compensation. Some churches with take a special offering, which may or may not be enough to cover your expenses. You should tell the event people before you get there what would be your minimal requirements.

Answer 3

I would think that as the guest of honor, your invitation would include you and your +1. Anyone beyond that would probably be charged admission/fees.

Answer 4

you can always bring along a bottle of wine if in a polished country or dress for the particular occasion and just enjoy urself

Answer 5

It wouldn't hurt to ask first. In light of your situation, maybe you should make it a habit to ask, in the future.