A week or so ago I asked this question on Facebook about getting new speaking gigs: If you weren’t getting the bookings that you wanted, would you a) work on the speech or b) work on the marketing? The post To Get More Speaking Gigs Do You Fix the Speech or Marketing? Most Recent Post Speaker Marketing Speaking Business Strategy building your speech Epic Keynote getting more gigs improving your speech MORE
Here's how to become a networked speaker who makes the most of each presentation gig: Business cards are a must--but your regular cards may not be just right. (Editor's note: This appeared earlier this week on my don't get caught blog, but it has obvious utility for Eloquent Woman readers.) MORE
Does it help you meet clients or book gigs? The Wealthy Speaker Podcast digial persuasion episode 52 erin gargan persuasion Social Media socialite agency speaking gigsAs a professional speaker, you likely have a presence on social media, whether it is Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or something else. I mean, for years the experts have been telling us that we HAVE to be on social so by now, we’ve all jumped on that bandwagon. But is your presence effective? Does it help […]. MORE
This week, the blog looked at your motivation in Why did you say yes to this speaking gig? , Savvy speakers keep up with my wide-ranging reading list on women and public speaking by following The Eloquent Woman on Facebook , where these links and articles appear first. MORE
Depending on what circles you travel in, blogging at a brandname site such as GAWKER might carry more influence than a television job. It positions you as youthful. The pay, of course, isn't so hot. And the site owners, fanatic about page views, are known to be demanding. Katie Couric will have to weigh those tradeoffs. Tonight is her last on CBS. Then she is between jobs. MORE
But we in the gig economy are not focused on what's happening in the traditional job market. That means that if the project is billed at $100, we gig workers will only see $80 of that. No surprise, the growth in new job creation has fallen off in April. It was 160,000. MORE
Each episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast features a guest star in the speaking industry…someone who is ready to share knowledge about their specific area of expertise, whether it is marketing your speaking business, booking more gigs, perfecting your presentation, or something else. MORE
Senator Elizabeth Warren who is anointed the Patron Saint of the gig worker, like myself. She shared with other gig lawyers tips for financial and emotional well being on Abovethelaw. It could be U.S. MORE
But when it comes to landing ‘corporate’ (business or non-profit) writing gigs, it’s a whole other matter… Why is it that many of us find sales and marketing difficult to do? If you want to write for newspapers and magazines, the query letter is the best way to get started (see video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCt1I20Bdyc v=uCt1I20Bdyc ). MORE
Being a contract worker or "gig economy" player is becoming as standard as the traditional full-time job with benefits used to be. But, again, the legalities of the gig economy are being challenged in court. MORE
Charity Gig! - Tags: Events Toastmasters charity gig john whiffen tuesday's child Hi Friends. You have been asking us when we are going to play next, so now you have an answer, next month! I hope that you will be able to join us (more details below the advert). Craig. MORE
The buzz-worthy example of this is the gig economy hack. Not everyone can navigate the gig economy. Disruption in itself is neither good nor bad. It just is. What matters is how we leverage it to our economic advantage. MORE
How to Find Corporate Writing Gigs Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EDT) For freelance writers (and editors), this webinar looks at how to find corporate writing (and editing) gigs. MORE
Lois and Craig Strachan will be reviving their band tuesday’s child to perform a once-off gig to raise funds for The John Whiffen Golden City Memorial Trust. Tags: Toastmasters charity gig music tuesday's child FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact Person: Craig Strachan. Company Name: The John Whiffen Golden City Memorial Trust. Phone Number: 082 789 3899. FAX Number: 021 788 3884. Email Address: craig@johnwhiffen.co.za. Website URL: www.johnwhiffen.co.za. MORE
This one was on finding corporate writing and editing gigs. Conducted another mini-seminar for several freelancers today. The writers worked together to book the date with me, find a suitable location, and to split the seminar fee. We did some serious work and even managed to have a few laughs. Of course we [.]. MORE
About 70% of my new training and writing gigs come to me through my website. The rest are from referrals or my marketing.) Recently, I wrote a business letter for a client in Russia who is trying to land distribution deal with an American company. Other writers have asked me how a client from Russian [.]. Marketing Your Services Search Engine Optimization Search engine optimization SEO writing for the web MORE
So, what should gig economy workers do to both empower us to keep getting assignments and to protect ourselves from getting stiffed. The year 2016 has been called The Time of Don't Know. MORE
I wasn’t looking for work, honest! That is why I delayed sending out my vacation notice until two weeks before my holidays began. I confess, there have been times when I’ve given clients, and past clients, four or five weeks notice. I’ve done that because I was looking for a little more work before heading [.]. MORE
Now I only accept the best a speaking gigs. Now the ball is in your court go out and book those gigs! Are you still looking for ways to grow as a professional speaker? I have a tip for you: SELL YOUR KNOWLEDGE! This is my overriding principle that came from years of hard knocks trying to get people to hire me to speak. I get more speaking engagements than I ever had before. I made a change that had a positive effect on my career. MORE
(Editor's note: Sarah Milstein, co-author of The Twitter Book and general manager of the Web 2.0 Expo, is a reader of this blog who has prompted some of our most-read and useful posts. Over a recent lunch, I urged her to share why she uses videos to choose her program speakers. MORE
After years of being quiet, Lois and I are doing a charity gig. Yes, that is right. Please keep the evening of Saturday 25 April open. Details to follow. www.tuesdayschild.co.za. download the band’s music. MORE
"How do I get speaking gigs?" There are lots of options out there for free speaking opportunities (gigs is so 'Wedding Singer' - be above that term). Places to Speak Speaking Gigs Referrals Networking Booked to Speak MORE
Click Here To learn more…… Booking Speeches Most Recent Post booking speaking gigs Jane Atkinson measure success for speakers new speakers Speaker Marketing speaker success in 2013 speaking topics MORE
It might seem counterproductive to turn down speaking requests--after all, they give you a chance to promote yourself, your cause, your company or your career. But in these cases, I'd advise you to at least take a second look or turn down the opportunity outright. MORE
Sam Silverstein gave us one during a recent edition of NSA’s Voices of Experience when he talked about a colleague of his dropping a gig in his lap. That said, if you are a recipient of a gig, I hope you will in turn, give a gig. Give a gig, get a gig. MORE
As you’re making nice with the bureaus and creating demand (a strong platform) through social media and other methods, you’ll also want to explore a third way to get speaking gigs: your existing network. Next time I’ll talk more about each of these sources of gigs, and about what marketing materials you need to be ready to conquer the speaking world when it does come calling. MORE
You think of all the expenses you’ll incur gas, parking, photocopying materials, babysitter and speaking for free means you won’t be reimbursed for these incidental costs.Although a free gig can eat into your bottom line, you don’t need to refuse it altogether. If you’re still building your expertise, free gigs can help you to refine your message and try out new concepts on an eager audience. You’ve been asked to speak for an audience. MORE
In business today, there is no one best answer. The volatility of the global economy, driven by tech, makes conventional wisdom about operating our business totally 20th century. So, we have to figure out on our own our smartest options when the client seems to have a cash-flow problem. MORE
To make the most of each speaking gig and get better invitations to speak in the future, here are the steps you should take after your speech or presentation is over: Look at and share the video: You don''t have to like it. You killed that keynote, iced the Ignite! MORE
It might seem counterproductive to turn down speaking requests--after all, they give you a chance to promote yourself, your cause, your company or your career. But in these cases, I'd advise you to at least take a second look or turn down the opportunity outright. MORE
It’s a great story of what he calls a hell gig. As research for the book, I’ve been collecting stories of things going wrong. From hecklers, to equipment failures, to tough crowds. Today I’ve heard one of the best stories of things going wrong. MORE
The post 4 Marketing Essentials to Ensure Your Positioning Isn’t Costing You Gigs appeared first on Jane Atkinson. I have clients who are successful not because of their marketing, but in spite of it. The crazy thing is that even though they are positioning themselves as speakers rather than experts, and they lack a strong promise statement on their website (which is cluttered and unclear) they still get business. Guess what. They are […]. MORE
I was exploring the suggestion I've heard that qualified women speakers refer invitations on to men or otherwise turn down speaking gigs they might have taken. I've often turned down speaking opportunities because I didn't believe I was enough of a subject matter expert to "wow" the audience, only to see a man with much less expertise take the same gig. In the recent post Do you talk yourself out of speaking--or say yes to opportunity? MORE
But there''s a shared situation here: Whether it''s distance or perceived qualifications, the calendar or child care, the press of other business at home and work, perceived good manners or impostor syndrome , some of us are turning down speaking gigs perhaps too quickly. MORE
We''ll be talking about how women can get more speaking gigs and how they can better evaluate and seek offers to speak in my new workshop, Be The Eloquent Woman. But the reluctance was clear in the invitation, and eventually, her gig didn''t materialize. MORE
After already proving herself as an author, she now takes on a gig as a correspondent on NBC's "Today." Like Prince Hal from Shakespeare's history plays, Jenna Bush Hager grows up - and takes over. " Her beat will be education. Every month she'll contribute a story on that. Meanwhile she will also be a reading coordinator at a school. MORE
Although a free gig can eat into your bottom line, you don’t need to refuse it altogether. If you’re still building your expertise, free gigs can help you to refine your message and try out new concepts on an eager audience. … read more here. <!– MORE
Trying to get that gig? Our theme this month is "get that gig," and this issues is packed with the steps, tactics, questions to ask, and promotional methods you need to secure a speaking engagement. MORE
If you want to book the gig, you need to make it to the decision maker's short list. Here's how: The post The Secret to Making Your Way to the Decision Makers Short List and Getting the Gig appeared first on Jane Atkinson. MORE
Showing organizers and committees that you are an available, experienced, and interested speaker will make all the difference in your ability to get more and better speaking gigs. Always ask after a gig whether the organizers had photos taken, and whether you can use and share them. MORE
I had just one hour by phone to coach this speaker, an academic professor, for a five-minute pitch to be delivered in a public competition for extra grant funding. We could have started anywhere: With my notes on her slides, questions about delivery and timing, the actual content. MORE
Free webinar: How to Find Corporate Writing Gigs. https://www.bigmarker.com/PauLima/how-to-find-corporate-writing-gigs#. . For freelance writers (and editors), this webinar looks at how to find corporate writing (and editing) gigs. More information and to register: https://www.bigmarker.com/PauLima/how-to-find-corporate-writing-gigs#. Saturday, August 23, 2014 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (EDT). . MORE
There is a big difference between teaching night school and conducting corporate training gigs. I’ve worked from home, other than short teaching and training gigs, for over 20 years. That means I do not apply for contract positions or gigs that would have me commuting to an office most days of the week. I’ve been a freelancer for over 25 years. I didn’t say ‘freelance writer’ because I do several things to earn a living. I do several things because I want to. MORE
Gig Related Topics Speaker Launcher
JUNE 13, 2017
A week or so ago I asked this question on Facebook about getting new speaking gigs: If you weren’t getting the bookings that you wanted, would you a) work on the speech or b) work on the marketing? The post To Get More Speaking Gigs Do You Fix the Speech or Marketing? Most Recent Post Speaker Marketing Speaking Business Strategy building your speech Epic Keynote getting more gigs improving your speech
The Eloquent Woman
AUGUST 13, 2014
To make the most of each speaking gig and get better invitations to speak in the future, here are the steps you should take after your speech or presentation is over: Look at and share the video: You don''t have to like it. You killed that keynote, iced the Ignite!
The Eloquent Woman
JANUARY 29, 2014
We''ll be talking about how women can get more speaking gigs and how they can better evaluate and seek offers to speak in my new workshop, Be The Eloquent Woman. But the reluctance was clear in the invitation, and eventually, her gig didn''t materialize.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
AUGUST 27, 2014
How to Find Corporate Writing Gigs Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EDT) For freelance writers (and editors), this webinar looks at how to find corporate writing (and editing) gigs.
The Eloquent Woman
MAY 25, 2017
I had just one hour by phone to coach this speaker, an academic professor, for a five-minute pitch to be delivered in a public competition for extra grant funding. We could have started anywhere: With my notes on her slides, questions about delivery and timing, the actual content.
The Eloquent Woman
MAY 7, 2012
I was exploring the suggestion I've heard that qualified women speakers refer invitations on to men or otherwise turn down speaking gigs they might have taken. I've often turned down speaking opportunities because I didn't believe I was enough of a subject matter expert to "wow" the audience, only to see a man with much less expertise take the same gig. In the recent post Do you talk yourself out of speaking--or say yes to opportunity?
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JUNE 3, 2017
The buzz-worthy example of this is the gig economy hack. Not everyone can navigate the gig economy. Disruption in itself is neither good nor bad. It just is. What matters is how we leverage it to our economic advantage.
Pivotal Public Speaking
SEPTEMBER 6, 2009
You think of all the expenses you’ll incur gas, parking, photocopying materials, babysitter and speaking for free means you won’t be reimbursed for these incidental costs.Although a free gig can eat into your bottom line, you don’t need to refuse it altogether. If you’re still building your expertise, free gigs can help you to refine your message and try out new concepts on an eager audience. You’ve been asked to speak for an audience.
Speaker Launcher
JUNE 15, 2017
Does it help you meet clients or book gigs? The Wealthy Speaker Podcast digial persuasion episode 52 erin gargan persuasion Social Media socialite agency speaking gigsAs a professional speaker, you likely have a presence on social media, whether it is Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or something else. I mean, for years the experts have been telling us that we HAVE to be on social so by now, we’ve all jumped on that bandwagon. But is your presence effective? Does it help […].
The Eloquent Woman
APRIL 13, 2011
(Editor's note: Sarah Milstein, co-author of The Twitter Book and general manager of the Web 2.0 Expo, is a reader of this blog who has prompted some of our most-read and useful posts. Over a recent lunch, I urged her to share why she uses videos to choose her program speakers.
The Eloquent Woman
FEBRUARY 23, 2012
It might seem counterproductive to turn down speaking requests--after all, they give you a chance to promote yourself, your cause, your company or your career. But in these cases, I'd advise you to at least take a second look or turn down the opportunity outright.
Great Public Speaking
MAY 13, 2014
Now I only accept the best a speaking gigs. Now the ball is in your court go out and book those gigs! Are you still looking for ways to grow as a professional speaker? I have a tip for you: SELL YOUR KNOWLEDGE! This is my overriding principle that came from years of hard knocks trying to get people to hire me to speak. I get more speaking engagements than I ever had before. I made a change that had a positive effect on my career.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
SEPTEMBER 29, 2014
But when it comes to landing ‘corporate’ (business or non-profit) writing gigs, it’s a whole other matter… Why is it that many of us find sales and marketing difficult to do? If you want to write for newspapers and magazines, the query letter is the best way to get started (see video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCt1I20Bdyc v=uCt1I20Bdyc ).
The Eloquent Woman
MAY 2, 2011
Trying to get that gig? Our theme this month is "get that gig," and this issues is packed with the steps, tactics, questions to ask, and promotional methods you need to secure a speaking engagement.
Speak and Deliver
MAY 10, 2011
"How do I get speaking gigs?" There are lots of options out there for free speaking opportunities (gigs is so 'Wedding Singer' - be above that term). Places to Speak Speaking Gigs Referrals Networking Booked to Speak
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
Being a contract worker or "gig economy" player is becoming as standard as the traditional full-time job with benefits used to be. But, again, the legalities of the gig economy are being challenged in court.
Speaker Launcher
JUNE 7, 2016
The post 4 Marketing Essentials to Ensure Your Positioning Isn’t Costing You Gigs appeared first on Jane Atkinson. I have clients who are successful not because of their marketing, but in spite of it. The crazy thing is that even though they are positioning themselves as speakers rather than experts, and they lack a strong promise statement on their website (which is cluttered and unclear) they still get business. Guess what. They are […].
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
MARCH 29, 2009
Charity Gig! - Tags: Events Toastmasters charity gig john whiffen tuesday's child Hi Friends. You have been asking us when we are going to play next, so now you have an answer, next month! I hope that you will be able to join us (more details below the advert). Craig.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JUNE 22, 2016
In business today, there is no one best answer. The volatility of the global economy, driven by tech, makes conventional wisdom about operating our business totally 20th century. So, we have to figure out on our own our smartest options when the client seems to have a cash-flow problem.
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
MARCH 23, 2009
Lois and Craig Strachan will be reviving their band tuesday’s child to perform a once-off gig to raise funds for The John Whiffen Golden City Memorial Trust. Tags: Toastmasters charity gig music tuesday's child FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact Person: Craig Strachan. Company Name: The John Whiffen Golden City Memorial Trust. Phone Number: 082 789 3899. FAX Number: 021 788 3884. Email Address: craig@johnwhiffen.co.za. Website URL: www.johnwhiffen.co.za.
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
FEBRUARY 22, 2009
After years of being quiet, Lois and I are doing a charity gig. Yes, that is right. Please keep the evening of Saturday 25 April open. Details to follow. www.tuesdayschild.co.za. download the band’s music.
Speaker Launcher
MAY 26, 2009
Sam Silverstein gave us one during a recent edition of NSA’s Voices of Experience when he talked about a colleague of his dropping a gig in his lap. That said, if you are a recipient of a gig, I hope you will in turn, give a gig. Give a gig, get a gig.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 22, 2016
Senator Elizabeth Warren who is anointed the Patron Saint of the gig worker, like myself. She shared with other gig lawyers tips for financial and emotional well being on Abovethelaw. It could be U.S.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JUNE 29, 2016
So, what should gig economy workers do to both empower us to keep getting assignments and to protect ourselves from getting stiffed. The year 2016 has been called The Time of Don't Know.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 6, 2016
But we in the gig economy are not focused on what's happening in the traditional job market. That means that if the project is billed at $100, we gig workers will only see $80 of that. No surprise, the growth in new job creation has fallen off in April. It was 160,000.
Speaker Confessions
JUNE 4, 2009
It’s a great story of what he calls a hell gig. As research for the book, I’ve been collecting stories of things going wrong. From hecklers, to equipment failures, to tough crowds. Today I’ve heard one of the best stories of things going wrong.
Speaker Launcher
JANUARY 3, 2013
Click Here To learn more…… Booking Speeches Most Recent Post booking speaking gigs Jane Atkinson measure success for speakers new speakers Speaker Marketing speaker success in 2013 speaking topics
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 19, 2011
Depending on what circles you travel in, blogging at a brandname site such as GAWKER might carry more influence than a television job. It positions you as youthful. The pay, of course, isn't so hot. And the site owners, fanatic about page views, are known to be demanding. Katie Couric will have to weigh those tradeoffs. Tonight is her last on CBS. Then she is between jobs.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JULY 13, 2009
This one was on finding corporate writing and editing gigs. Conducted another mini-seminar for several freelancers today. The writers worked together to book the date with me, find a suitable location, and to split the seminar fee. We did some serious work and even managed to have a few laughs. Of course we [.].
The Eloquent Woman
APRIL 5, 2010
It might seem counterproductive to turn down speaking requests--after all, they give you a chance to promote yourself, your cause, your company or your career. But in these cases, I'd advise you to at least take a second look or turn down the opportunity outright.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
AUGUST 31, 2009
After already proving herself as an author, she now takes on a gig as a correspondent on NBC's "Today." Like Prince Hal from Shakespeare's history plays, Jenna Bush Hager grows up - and takes over. " Her beat will be education. Every month she'll contribute a story on that. Meanwhile she will also be a reading coordinator at a school.
The Eloquent Woman
MAY 29, 2017
This week, the blog looked at your motivation in Why did you say yes to this speaking gig? , Savvy speakers keep up with my wide-ranging reading list on women and public speaking by following The Eloquent Woman on Facebook , where these links and articles appear first.
The Eloquent Woman
JULY 22, 2010
Here's how to become a networked speaker who makes the most of each presentation gig: Business cards are a must--but your regular cards may not be just right. (Editor's note: This appeared earlier this week on my don't get caught blog, but it has obvious utility for Eloquent Woman readers.)
Speaker Launcher
JULY 13, 2017
Each episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast features a guest star in the speaking industry…someone who is ready to share knowledge about their specific area of expertise, whether it is marketing your speaking business, booking more gigs, perfecting your presentation, or something else.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
APRIL 12, 2012
About 70% of my new training and writing gigs come to me through my website. The rest are from referrals or my marketing.) Recently, I wrote a business letter for a client in Russia who is trying to land distribution deal with an American company. Other writers have asked me how a client from Russian [.]. Marketing Your Services Search Engine Optimization Search engine optimization SEO writing for the web
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JULY 12, 2009
I wasn’t looking for work, honest! That is why I delayed sending out my vacation notice until two weeks before my holidays began. I confess, there have been times when I’ve given clients, and past clients, four or five weeks notice. I’ve done that because I was looking for a little more work before heading [.].
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JULY 5, 2016
There is a big difference between teaching night school and conducting corporate training gigs. I’ve worked from home, other than short teaching and training gigs, for over 20 years. That means I do not apply for contract positions or gigs that would have me commuting to an office most days of the week. I’ve been a freelancer for over 25 years. I didn’t say ‘freelance writer’ because I do several things to earn a living. I do several things because I want to.
The Eloquent Woman
MARCH 17, 2016
Showing organizers and committees that you are an available, experienced, and interested speaker will make all the difference in your ability to get more and better speaking gigs. Always ask after a gig whether the organizers had photos taken, and whether you can use and share them.
Pivotal Public Speaking
MAY 8, 2009
Although a free gig can eat into your bottom line, you don’t need to refuse it altogether. If you’re still building your expertise, free gigs can help you to refine your message and try out new concepts on an eager audience. … read more here. <!–
Public Speaking Advice and Commentary
MARCH 29, 2010
As you’re making nice with the bureaus and creating demand (a strong platform) through social media and other methods, you’ll also want to explore a third way to get speaking gigs: your existing network. Next time I’ll talk more about each of these sources of gigs, and about what marketing materials you need to be ready to conquer the speaking world when it does come calling.
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