Grow Your Public Speaking Business

How to Attract Event Planners and Land Speaking Opportunities  Securing speaking engagements that align with your passion and expertise involves strategy and savvy navigation of the speaking industry. By clarifying your niche, building an authoritative online presence, leveraging your network, crafting a compelling pitch, and persistently seeking opportunities, you can attract event planners and l...

7 Quick Tips for Creating a Compelling Speaker Portfolio How do you create a compelling speaker portfolio? One that doesn't just list your credentials but truly encapsulates your spirit as a speaker? Well, you're in the right place. Today, we'll explore seven actionable tips to help you craft a speaker portfolio that shines, stands out, and sells your unique speaking style. But before we dive into...

Unleashing Networking Magic for Speakers: 5 Quick Tips As we journey through the dynamic landscape of the speaking industry, one aspect remains a consistent game-changer: networking. If harnessed correctly, it can be the spell that turns a struggling speaker into a sought-after authority in their field. But, just what is this elusive networking “magic” for speakers? And how can you conjure it to b...

Instant Improvements: 5 Quick Fixes for Common Speaking Mistakes Let's be real for a second. No matter how experienced we are, we all occasionally stumble over the same common speaking mistakes. Whether it's those pesky filler words or a case of the jitters, these little blips can trip us up when we're trying to rock the stage. But fear not! I've got your back. Today, I will serve up some quick fi...

Show Me the Money: The Art of Negotiating Your Speaking Fee If there's one universal truth in the speaking world, it's this – we all love the exhilaration of connecting with an audience, sharing our message, and basking in the applause. But let's be real, that thrill multiplies when it converts into a handsome paycheck reflecting our worth. Yes, my friends, it's time to talk about money, or more s...

Promoting Yourself Online: Boost Your Gig Bookings As a speaker, you need to understand that the screen can be mightier than the stage when it comes to booking gigs. No, really. Your online presence can be the game-changer, the decisive factor that tips the scale from “maybe” to a solid “let's book this speaker right now!” So, if you've been shying away from the online scene or you feel like you'v...

Mastering Proposal Follow-ups: The Gentle Art of Persistence Hey folks, let's talk about a scenario that might sound all too familiar to you. You've crafted a killer proposal, you've sent it off with a hopeful heart, and then... crickets. You're met with silence that seems to stretch on for eternity. Frustrating, isn't it? Well, that's where mastering proposal follow-ups come into play. But here's...

5 Unconventional Ways to Find Your First Speaking Gig Stepping onto the stage for the first time, the crowd hanging on your every word, the applause echoing in your ears...it's an exhilarating experience that many aspire to. But as many budding speakers discover, landing that first speaking gig can be a steep mountain to climb. You might feel like a small fish in a big pond, swimming in circles, s...

From Free to Fee: How to Start Getting Paid as a Speaker If you're speaking your heart out, giving it your all, and spreading your message far and wide – all for free – this one’s for you. If you’re earning nothing from your speaking, or if you're earning very little and feel that you deserve to start getting paid as a speaker, today’s training episode is about how to make that happen. So, how do...

Boost Your LinkedIn Profile in 10 Minutes for More Speaking Gigs   As a speaker, you're probably no stranger to LinkedIn. It's our go-to platform for professional networking, and I'm sure many of you have built a decent presence there. But are you leveraging this tool as effectively as possible to get more speaking gigs?   "Wait, LinkedIn can do that?" you may be wondering. Yes, my friends, it can...

AI and Speaking: How Can It Transform Your Business?   Today, we're talking about AI – yep, that's right, Artificial Intelligence.    You see, AI isn't just for Silicon Valley whizz-kids or sci-fi movies anymore. Today, anyone can use it, and it's ready to catapult your speaking business to a whole new level.   Trust me. This isn't just some passing fad. AI is shaping up to be a game-changer for s...

5 Things You Need to Hear Right Now as a Speaker Struggling to Find Gigs I know that the journey of becoming a successful speaker can feel like a tough uphill climb sometimes. Finding gigs, especially those that pay, can be a real challenge when you're just starting out with your business. Today, I want to share with you five key things you need to hear, right now, as a speaker struggling to find...

Virtual Presentations: How to Adapt Your Speaking Skills for the Digital Stage   You've probably noticed that virtual presentations have become the new normal due to recent changes in how we live, work, and connect. And let's be honest. It's not all bad – we get to attend online events from the comfort of our homes and sometimes even in our pajamas! But as speakers, this shift to the digital stage...

The Secret to Crafting a Compelling Speaker Bio That Gets You Booked. Whether you're an aspiring or seasoned public speaker, you already know that landing speaking gigs is a challenge at the best of times. But did you know that having a compelling speaker bio can significantly increase your chances of getting booked? That's right; your speaker bio is your golden ticket to helping you stand out fro...

What Should I Be Sending to an Event Planner as a Speaker?   One of the most effective methods for securing bookings as a speaker is to take the initiative and reach out to meeting and event planners and make them aware of who you are and what you do.   As I've said before, speaking is a numbers game. You need to be contacting these decision-makers every single day. The more people you speak to, t...

The Power of Connection: How Success: Stories Can Build Trust With Your Audience and Boost Speaking Revenue Have you ever had a friend or close family member recommend a product or service? I've had a friend recommend a product or service on several occasions, and most of the time, I've gone on to purchase said product or service. Their success stories were all I needed to give them a try myself. ...

What Are the 3Cs of Speaking, and How Can You Leverage Them for Success?    If you're early in your speaking career and looking for hints and tips for success, you may have encountered the so-called 3Cs during your online research.    While they were developed for a very specific purpose (as we'll soon find out), you can still use them in your own speeches to help you deliver your message more eff...

From Chaos to Cohesion: Mastering Unity in Your Speaker Marketing   Those who've already worked with me will know that I firmly believe speakers are marketers first and speakers second. The problem is that many speakers, in their effort to be everywhere all at once, are a little all over the place. There's no UNITY in their marketing. However, to be successful as a speaker, you must ensure your co...

How Does Imposter Syndrome Affect Speakers, and How Can You Overcome It? Have you ever felt like you don't deserve your accomplishments, despite working hard to achieve them? Or perhaps you've had a nagging feeling that you're not as good as people think you are, and you're just waiting to be exposed as a fraud?    These are just some signs of imposter syndrome, a common phenomenon affecting all k...

11 Quickfire Tips for Staying Consistent on Social as a Speaker   While there are many aspects of a successful social media strategy as a speaker, there's always one underlying principle: consistency is key.    So, with that in mind, I've put together 11 quickfire tips to ensure your social media efforts are as consistent as possible. Resources:   Join the Charli Jane Speakers Club: https://charli...

6 Ways Speakers Can Make Money Without Charging a Speaking Fee   While building a speaking business is a great opportunity and career path, there's an unavoidable time and work investment to make it a reality.    Only one in a million speakers will give one or two talks and suddenly become a viral sensation commanding tens of thousands of dollars for their speaking services.    For the rest of us,...

Are Podcast Appearances Still a Relevant Promotion Strategy for Speakers?   With so many ways to achieve my mantra of "being everywhere, all at once," some of you might wonder what the most effective strategies are for building your brand and your speaking business. In short, you want to know which marketing and promotion tactics will deliver the most bang for your buck.    Is it guest blogging? B...

Storytelling is an essential aspect of speaking as it allows you to connect with your audience on a deeper level. It allows you to convey your message in a relatable and memorable way, making it more likely that your audience will retain the information and be moved to take action.    Resources:   Join the Charli Jane Speakers Club: https://charlijane.com/charli-jane-speakers-club/   I jotted down...

How to Market Your Speaking Business on a Budget (5 Low-Cost Strategies)   Listen to today’s podcast, where I share some ways to get more bang for your marketing buck and grow your business on a budget.   Resources:   1. Launch Your Speaking Business Lab Learn how to start your speaking business https://charlijane.com/launch-your-speaking-business   2. I jotted down 57 + speaking events accepting...

The Biggest Misconceptions Regarding Niching Down DEBUNKED   One of the most critical tasks for speakers early in their career is defining their niche and then going even further to focus their message even more.   I constantly explain to the speakers I work with that you need to niche down, focus your message, and be the go-to expert on that topic.   Listen to today’s podcast as I debunk the misc...