Choose your Best Speaking Business Model | Episode 18

Speaking Business Models: Pay-to-Play, Keynotes, Visibility, Competitions, Corporate Training, and Hosting Events, oh my!The episode of Mic Drop Mindset breaks down major speaking business models and how to choose a fit. Jenn Espinosa-Goswami reflects on early, unprofitable experiences relying on Facebook groups and virtual summits, then explains 6 different speaking business models to consider on your speaking journey. These 6 business models are1) pay-to-play/sponsored stages 2) the paid keynote/enterprise model 3) visibility or “free dinner” speaking 4) speaker competitions for “vicarious authority” 5) corporate training6) promoter speaking (with a cautionary disclaimer about those who may promise more than they can deliver)Would you like my support with finding speaking opportunities for paid, visibility or corporate training? Join my masterclass on July 21 on Finding & Booking Speaking Engagements. This includes a deep dive using resources on where to start and who to connect with. These aren't your typical "free dinner" speaking!Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-and-booking-paid-speaking-engagements-tickets-199107098892600:00 Speaking Models Overview00:33 Early Speaking Lessons01:30 Pay To Play Stages05:00 Keynote Enterprise Model07:37 Visibility Free Dinner09:21 Speaker Competitions11:43 Corporate Training Path14:13 Host Your Own Events15:55 Recap And Final AdviceHave a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me [email protected] to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchatLooking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com