Actions for today: 1. Listen to Day 8 Audio Lesson 2. Read today's post 3. Complete Day 8 tasks and reply to post Good morning and welcome to Day 8. Today is a big day—not because you need a yes today, but because you are officially stepping into action. You’ve done the preparation: - You clarified your message - Defined the problem you solve - Identified where your audience is - Researched real opportunities - Set clear pitching goals - Prepared your pitch assets Now it’s time to start building the habit of pitching. This is not about perfection. This is about execution. ✨ Today’s Bankable Speaker Truth Action builds confidence. Consistency builds bookings. Read it out loud. What Today Is About Pitching is not a one-time activity—it’s a weekly business practice. Success today is not measured by responses. It's measured by how many pitches you send and track. This is the beginning of something you will repeat weekly. 🛠 Today’s Task (15–30 minutes) You will send pitches today. Your goal is 5–10 total pitches, using any combination of: - first-degree outreach - cold outreach - RFP submissions Track every pitch in the Pitches Plan tab. Start With Your First Degree of Separation Your first-degree connections are people who already: - know you - trust you - work in or are connected to places where you could speak This is not a hard pitch. Your goal is simply to: - let them know you are a speaker - share what you speak about - ask if they know of opportunities or can connect you First-Degree Email Template Subject: Quick Update + Speaking Hi [Name], I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to reach out because I’ve stepped into speaking more intentionally and wanted to make sure you knew what I’m doing. I currently speak on [your topic / problem you solve], specifically teaching [audience] how to [outcome]. If you happen to know of any upcoming events, organizations, or teams that bring in speakers—or if there’s someone I should connect with—I’d appreciate being pointed in the right direction.

Actions to take: 1. Listen to Day 1 Audio Lesson 2. Read today's Post 3. Complete Day 1 Task by replying to this post Good morning my bankable speakers and welcome to Day 1. I’m really glad you’re here. Choosing to show up and do this work tells me something important--you’re ready to stop guessing and start building with intention so you can get to the BANK! Before we jump into execution, we’re going to do something that most speakers skip, we’re taking stock of where we are now. Bankable speaker businesses are built on a solid foundation. Without it, people stay busy, pitch inconsistently, or struggle to get paid—not because they aren’t capable or talented, but because the structure isn’t there yet. That’s what this challenge is about. We’re not guessing. We’re building the pieces in the right order, together. Start with Belief Daily ✨ Today’s Bankable Speaker Truth I am a bankable speaker. My voice has value, and my expertise solves real problems. Read this out loud and let it sink in. What You’ll Learn Today: Sustainable speaking success doesn’t happen by accident—it happens when the right foundational pieces are in place. Before you can pitch confidently, follow up consistently, or get paid well, you need clarity around: - Your speaking message - Your target audience - The problem you solve - Your pitch process - Your speaker business systems - Your follow-up approach You may find that more than one area needs attention, and that’s completely normal. This challenge is designed to help you identify the gaps and then intentionally build each piece—step by step—so execution becomes easier and more effective. Today is about awareness, not judgment. 🛠 Your Day 1 Task (15–30 minutes) Review the areas below and rate each one from 1–5(1 = not clear at all | 5 = very clear and consistent) ☐ Clear speaking message ☐ Identified target audience ☐ Clear problem you solve ☐ Pitch process ☐ Speaker business system ☐ Follow-up system You can rate more than one area as lower than you'd like—that’s expected.

Actions to take: 1. Listen to Day 21 Audio Lesson 2. Read Day 21 Post 3. Complete the tasks and reply to post Welcome to Day 21. Before we talk about what’s next, I want you to pause and really take this in: 👉 You didn’t just consume content. 👉 You didn’t just get motivated. 👉 You built a system. Today is not about doing more. It's about seeing what you’ve built, integrating it, and deciding how you want to move forward. The Big Picture: What We’ve Built Together Over the last 21 days, we didn’t focus on random tactics. We built a speaker business system—one that is designed to create momentum, income, and sustainability. To help you see it clearly, I’ve shared a visual Speaker Business Flow Chart that maps out: - what happens before you get booked - what happens at booking - what happens during and after the talk - how leads, relationships, and opportunities continue to flow 👉 Make sure you review the graphic so you can see how all the pieces connect. This isn’t just theory — it’s the system you’ve been building step by step. 🔄 The Bankable Speaker Business Flow (Overview) Here’s the flow you should now recognize: 1️⃣ Foundation & Clarity - clear message - defined audience - specific problem you solve - confident positioning 2️⃣ Visibility & Thought Leadership - consistent platform (LinkedIn, IG, TikTok, etc.) - content tied to your message - visibility that attracts opportunities 3️⃣ Pitching & Outreach - weekly pitching rhythm - cold + warm outreach - first-degree connections - follow-up process 4️⃣ Booking & Event Prep - inquiry forms - contracts - pre-event questionnaires - aligned expectations 5️⃣ After the Talk: Conversion & Leads - TalkaDot QR code - audience email capture - feedback, referrals, calendar bookings 6️⃣ Tracking & Nurture - event audience tracking - follow-up emails - ongoing relationship building 7️⃣ Systems & Support - templates - trackers - delegation - structure that scales

Actions to take: 1. Listen to Day 20 Audio Lesson 2. Read Day 20 Post 3. Complete the tasks and reply to post Good morning and welcome to Day 20. By now, one thing should be very clear: 👉 Talent is not the issue. 👉 Motivation is not the issue. 👉 Structure is the difference. Today is about the behind-the-scenes systems that allow your speaking business to run smoothly, professionally, and consistently—without you reinventing the wheel every time someone reaches out. You don’t need more hustle. You need clear forms, simple tracking, and repeatable processes. ✨ Today’s Bankable Speaker Truth A structured speaker business gets booked more often than a talented one without systems. Why Forms, Templates & Tracking Matter These systems: - reduce back-and-forth - save time - protect your energy - help you look professional - support delegation (hello, VA) - ensure no opportunity falls through the cracks This is how speakers move from hustle to systems. 📋 Core Systems Every Bankable Speaker Needs You don’t have to build all of these today—but you do need to understand what they are and what they should include. 1️⃣ Speaking Engagement Inquiry Form This is often the first point of contact. Should include: - name + organization - event type - event date + location - audience size - topic of interest - budget range or budget question - decision timeline 👉 This helps you qualify opportunities before a call. 2️⃣ Pre-Event Questionnaire (For Booked Gigs) This sets you up for success after you’re booked. Should include: - audience demographics - audience challenges / pain points - event goals - room setup - AV needs - expectations for outcomes 👉 This allows you to tailor the talk and overdeliver. 3️⃣ Proposal Outline (Even If You Don’t Send One Every Time) Your proposal framework should clearly state: - session title - session description - learning outcomes - format + length - investment - next steps 👉 Proposals support clarity—not persuasion.

Actions to take: 1. Listen to Day 19 Audio Lesson 2. Read Day 19 Post 3. Complete the tasks and reply to post Good morning and welcome to Day 19. At this stage of the challenge, the issue is no longer effort or motivation. 👉 It’s capacity. You’ve been pitching. You've been showing up. You've been building systems. Now it’s time to talk about support—because no bankable brand is built alone. ✨ Today’s Bankable Speaker Truth The people you hire should make you money. Support is not an expense. It's an investment. Why This Matters Many speakers: - stop pitching because they’re overwhelmed - disappear online because consistency slips - lose leads because follow-up falls through - delay growth because “I’ll do it myself for now” Hiring support isn’t about building a big team. It's about protecting momentum. Who Speakers Typically Hire First (and Why) You do not need all of these at once. You build support in stages. 1️⃣ Virtual Assistant (VA) – Most Common First Hire This is usually the best first hire for speakers. What a VA can help with: - researching speaking opportunities - sending pitch emails - tracking follow-ups - scheduling meetings - updating your CRM - organizing Google Drive assets Your VA can literally: 👉 research 👉 email 👉 follow up 👉 and set meetings for speaking pitches That’s exactly how I use mine. That’s all she does for me—and it keeps my pipeline moving. Estimated Pay Range: - $5–$10/hour (international VA) - $15–$25/hour (U.S.-based VA) ➡️ This hire buys back your time and increases opportunity flow. 2️⃣ Social Media Manager (or Content Support) What they can help with: - scheduling posts - repurposing speaking clips - managing consistency - organizing content calendars Estimated Pay Range: - $300–$800/month (basic execution) - $1,000–$2,500/month (strategy + execution) ➡️ This hire protects your visibility. 3️⃣ Research & Outreach Support (This can be the same VA or a specialized role)