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Does the idea of clients rolling in while you focus on your craft sound too good to be true? It’s not. With the right automated funnel in place, you can have a system that attracts, nurtures, and converts leads, all without constant manual effort. The first step is understanding your ideal customer journey—how they go from learning about you to becoming a paying client. A successful funnel starts with awareness. This can be achieved through content marketing, paid ads, or collaborations. Once people are in your funnel, they need to be nurtured. This is where email marketing and automated messaging come in. You can schedule a series of emails that provide value, answer objections, and guide your prospects toward booking a call or purchasing your program. One major tool in the process is lead magnets. These are valuable freebies (like e-books or exclusive videos) that entice potential clients to exchange their contact information. Once they’re in your system, your funnel takes over. In our free training, we break down how to build, set up, and optimize a client funnel that works for your specific business. From lead magnets to follow-up strategies, it’s all laid out for you in the classroom section of the community.

Quiz Time: What helps you attract more speaking opportunities? A) Posting vacation photos B) Building a strong online presence and networking C) Giving away free merch D) Ignoring social media Let’s test your knowledge and get the ideas flowing!

Your stories are your secret weapon—when woven correctly, they transport listeners and forge unbreakable bonds. Here’s how to craft and deliver narratives that resonate: 1. Identify Your Core Anecdotes Dig into defining moments in your journey—those “aha” experiences that shaped your mission. Pinpoint 2–3 stories with clear conflict and resolution. 2.Layer in Universality After sharing the personal details, zoom out to the bigger lesson your audience can apply. Make sure each story speaks to common challenges (e.g., overcoming self-doubt, finding purpose). 3.Practice the Emotional Arc Map the rise and fall of tension in your story: set the scene, build stakes, reach a turning point, and celebrate transformation. Use pauses and vocal variety to draw listeners in. 4.Anchor with Actionable Takeaways Don’t leave them hanging—end each story with 1–2 concrete steps they can use immediately. This turns entertainment into empowerment. Ready to leave a lasting impression next time you’re on stage? Share your favorite speaking story below and get feedback from the community!

Just completed the Speaker Growth Accelerator course and it was SO worth my time! My top two key takeaways: 1) The Job Descriptions! (Pure gold!) and 2) The 50 Jobs You Can Outsource (totally didn't think of some of those!) HIGHLY recommend for those who can access it! Incentive to get there for those not there yet! Great job @Drew Brania !!