How to Get More Speaking Gigs

If you are like most of my coach and entrepreneur clients, you are probably asking yourself "How do I make money from public speaking?"

There are so many ways to do that, but I know lots of speakers that want to get paid to speak at conferences by event planners! That kind of public speaking success isn’t just about being great on stage—it’s about being found and valued by event planners who have events that match your topic and energy! If you aren't clear on your topic and aren't easily found by event planners, your dreams of getting paid speaking gigs will never happen!

Where Most Speakers Go Wrong

Many aspiring speakers fail to land paid speaking gigs because:

• They aren't focusing on one topic and going all in on it.

• They aren't showing up everywhere as an expert on their topic.

• They have a website that doesn't have video, clear messages, or testimonials.

• They don't market themselves with the right people.

How to Fix Your Problem of Not Getting Booked to Speak Regularly (or ever...)

If you want to consistently book speaking gigs, here’s how to stand out:

1. Clarify Your Message – What problem do you solve? Who is your ideal audience? Event organizers look for speakers who fit their event theme.

2. Create a Strong Speaker Kit – This includes a speaker one-sheet, reel, and professional photos. Your materials should showcase your expertise, past speaking engagements, and audience impact.

3. Proactively Pitch Yourself – Instead of waiting for invitations, research conferences, summits, corporate events, and podcasts. Send compelling pitches tailored to their audience.

4. Leverage Social Proof – Get video testimonials from past events to demonstrate how you engage and impact audiences.

5. Network with Decision-Makers – Engage in online communities, LinkedIn groups, and speaker associations to build relationships with event organizers.

Let's Talk About It

If you never ask, you never get an answer! So let's talk about the challenges we are running into in real life as public speakers! What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to booking speaking gigs? Share yours in the comments! 🚀

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