Hey Frequent Speakers! I wanted to give you an update on what's happening behind the scenes. We've been growing steadily, with 1-2 new members joining daily. (So cool) Here's a quick rundown of what's in store: 1️⃣ Course Launch: We're rolling out two new courses in the community: 👉How to Craft a Killer Demo Reel (Launching October 4th) is designed to help speakers create a compelling demo reel, even if they have limited content. CHECK OUT THE ATTACHED VIDEO FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS COURSE 👉Speaker Breakthrough Program (Launching October 11th) The second program focuses on the business side of speaking—sales, marketing, and how to treat speaking as a business, not just a hobby. 2️⃣ New Resources Added: The Speaker Resources section is continuously updated, so if you haven't checked it out yet, now's a great time. 3️⃣ Get Involved: If you have suggestions or want specific content included in the course, let me know! I’m considering running a small contest or thank-you program for those whose ideas get included. More updates to come! Stay tuned! 💪

It's time to switch from reactive to proactive. If you want paid speaking opportunities, you have to go out and grab them. Here’s exactly how you can create your own opportunities with active outreach: 1. Make a Target List of Events Start by building a hit list of conferences, workshops, and corporate events that align with your niche. Think beyond “big names”—focus on events that fit your expertise and have budgets for paid speakers. Go niche and make it personal: consider local industry events, association meetups, or annual summits. 👉 Pro tip: Find last year’s speaker list and reach out to get intel on pay, audience size, and organizer info. 2. Use LinkedIn for Direct Outreach Don’t just follow event organizers—connect and engage with them. Search for “Event Coordinator” or “Conference Producer” + your industry on LinkedIn. Personalize your connection request: “Hi [Name], I saw you organized the [Event Name] and I’d love to connect and learn more about your 2025 speaker lineup.” Once connected, send a short value-driven message like: “Hi [Name], I’ve been a speaker in [your niche] for [X years]. I have a session on [specific topic] that aligns with your event’s goals. Is there a time we could chat about your needs for upcoming events?” 👉 Keep it short and let them know you understand their event. 3. Leverage Email Outreach—Strategically Crafting cold emails is an art. Skip the generic intros. Start with a strong subject line like: “Looking for a Speaker on [Specific Topic] for 2025?” In the email body, show you’ve done your research: - Mention the event you’re targeting and a specific pain point it addresses. - Include one link to your demo reel (just one!). - Show how your talk delivers measurable value (e.g., “My talk on managing remote teams led to a 30% engagement increase for attendees at XYZ Conference”). - End with a clear call-to-action: “Would it be possible to discuss where my session might fit in your 2025 lineup?” 4. Create Opportunities by Offering Guest Workshops