#164 - 5 Unconventional Ways to Find Your First Speaking Gig

5 Unconventional Ways to Find Your First Speaking Gig Stepping onto the stage for the first time, the crowd hanging on your every word, the applause echoing in your ears...it's an exhilarating experience that many aspire to. But as many budding speakers discover, landing that first speaking gig can be a steep mountain to climb. You might feel like a small fish in a big pond, swimming in circles, searching for that breakthrough opportunity. But what if I told you there are some unconventional yet highly effective ways to snag that elusive first gig? In today’s training episode, we will ditch the traditional route and think outside the box. I'll share five unusual strategies I've seen work for other emerging speakers that you might want to try in your quest to secure your first speaking gig.   Resources: Join the Charli Jane Speakers Club: The club is currently OPEN to new members in October of 2023 - Grab your spot on the waitlist. https://charlijane.com/charli-jane-speakers-club   I jotted down 50 + speaking events accepting speaker proposals right now! Links included + a video tutorial on how to best use the list. Start submitting proposals today! https://charlijane.com/call-for-speakers/   SPECIAL OFFER: Get access to my speaker business-building bundle! Get all kit courses, templates, training videos, creators, and organizer! https://charlijane.com/speaker-business-building-bundle/    Join us in our free speaker Facebook community Breakthrough Public Speakers https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakthroughpublicspeakers    Training Library - https://charlijane.com/blog/    If you enjoyed the Podcast and have time, I would LOVE and appreciate a review :) Thank you so much! Keep Inspiring!  ~ Wendi   CharliJane.com