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Want to know how to become a paid speaker? You're in the right place.
Here you'll find practical lessons about creating presentations, getting speaking experience, building your reputation, and marketing yourself to organizations.
These are subjects I've learned about while building and running my own speaking business.
Whether you're preparing your first speech or looking for more paid opportunities, begin with the area that matters most to you.
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Learn how to choose your topic, create powerful presentations, tell meaningful stories, and connect with audiences.
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Learn how to create a speaker reel, gain speaking experience, gather testimonials, and present yourself professionally.
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Learn how to find potential clients, approach event planners, market your services, and pursue paid speaking engagements.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7GL8wyhmSU&pp=ygUtYmVjb21lIGEgdGhvdWdodCBsZWFkZXIgc3BlYWtpbmcgZm9yIGEgbGl2aW5n2AaUBw%3D%3D What Thought Leadership Really Means (And Why It Matters Now) Thought leadership is not about calling yourself an expert. It is not about...
Estimated reading time for how to open a motivational speech: 6 minutes Key Takeaways: First impressions matter. Capture your audience's attention within 7 seconds. Use powerful openings such as stories, quotes, or questions to engage listeners. Avoid common mistakes...
You Feel Called to Speak, but You’re Stuck Let me take a guess. You have knowledge, life experience, or a message you want to share. You want to empower people, educate them, and lift them up. Somewhere along the way, someone told you that you have a gift. Deep down,...
Choosing a speaking topic sounds simple until you sit down to do it. That is when doubt creeps in. You start thinking, “I could speak about a lot of things,” or “What if I choose the wrong topic?” or “What if nobody wants to hear this?” If you are an aspiring...
Let me guess. You are either a paid motivational speaker, or you are just starting your speaking journey. If you are just starting, welcome. You picked the right path. What you do matters more than you may realize. Every time you speak and impact one person, you...
Take your time to study this the 5 second rule. We all need a framework like this to stand out in the already crowded speaking industry. Ask yourself, how can I adapt this to my message? What Is Mel Robbins’ 5 Second Rule? The five second rule Mel Robbins teaches is a...
You finally did it. You got your first speaking inquiry. Someone wants to book you. Then comes the question that makes your stomach drop. "What's your fee?" You freeze. Your mind races. You don't want to price yourself out. But you also don't want to leave money on...
If you're thinking about building a professional speaking career, you've probably had this thought cross your mind: "With AI creating content, deepfakes, and virtual everything... is there even a place for real speakers anymore?" I hear you. I've been there. But...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qO6BtwQR334 Why You Don't Need to Be "Ready" to Start Speaking Have you ever felt a deep urge to share your story but held back because you thought you weren't ready? You're not alone. Most aspiring speakers wait for the perfect moment...
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