DIY Speaking Events Without the Overwhelm: Your 8-Week Plan and 90-Minute Run of Show

In this listener-focused follow-up on DIY events, Kathi Lipp and guest Tenneil Register break down how to confidently plan and host your own gathering—without burning out or breaking the bank. If you’ve been waiting for an invitation, this episode hands you a plan. Listeners will learn:A simple 90-minute run-of-show (welcome, teaching, reflection, Q&A) that keeps people engaged.How to choose dates, venues (from cozy coffee shops to church basements), and a smart, speaker-first budget.Why your event promise should drive your schedule and your marketing.How to build partnerships (coffee shops, bookstores, churches) that add credibility and community.An 8-week timeline to launch: from graphics and event pages to volunteers, tech checks, and promotion.Practical promotion that works: warm audience first, ready-made posts for partners, and why posters still matter.Perfect for writers and speakers who want to build community, grow an email list, and deliver a meaningful experience—without waiting for someone else to make the magic happen.