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How to Create a Signature Talk That Gets You Paid with Jess Ekstrom
Description
Think you need more experience before you can get paid to speak? Think again. In this episode, I sit down with Jess Ekstrom, a Forbes Top Rated Speaker, to break down how to turn your lived experience into paid speaking opportunities. Jess shares how she went from speaking for a slice of pizza to commanding $35K per talk. We also dive into the shifts that get you booked, how to think about pricing without tying it to your self-worth, and how to optimize your online presence so opportunities come to you. Get ready to create a signature message that people want to book.
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HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Why people can’t book you if they don’t know you’re a speaker.
08:30 How did you get into speaking?
11:45 The massive pay gap between male and female speakers.
15:00 The mindset shift that helps you confidently raise your rates.
17:30 How to identify your signature message.
25:00 Tips to handle fear, nerves, and worst-case scenarios on stage.
32:30 How to think about pricing without attaching it to your worth.
35:30 When do you say yes or no to free speaking?
38:00 Why you don’t need to be an expert to start speaking.
40:00 Step-by-step framework for a signature message.
46:00 Ways to optimize your profile for opportunities.
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