175. [AMA] Getting Booked, Mistakes to Avoid and Advice to Get Paid to Speak

Grab your coffee or latte and gather around the table. It's time to Ask Me Anything!Speaking in front of an audience can be nerve-wracking, especially when you're just starting out. Ready for me to open up my personal playbook and share advice to help you look like a total pro on stage, even if you’ve never held the microphone before.In this episode, you'll hear me talk on everything from how I craft a compelling talk and common presentation pitfalls to avoid, to my personal stories of what went well (and not so well!) early in my speaking career. I'm getting real about the mistakes I made, so you don't have to!Here’s what we cover:The power of strategic pausing - and how it boosts audience engagementWhy “winging it” is a recipe for disaster (trust me on this one!)How to get great “speaker” photos even when you're newThe #1 question to ask event planners to get paid for speakingHow I turned a "bad" situation into one I was proud of by honoring my value and worthIf you’ve been feeling nervous or uncertain about getting started as a speaker, this episode is for you! I’m sharing everything I wish someone told me in the early days. You’ll walk away feeling ready to present like a total pro!