Episode 121 - How I scored the first $5k speaking gig

In this episode of Pitch Perfect, Jaimie Abbott takes you behind the scenes of the moment everything changed when she landed her very first $5,000 paid speaking gig. If you've ever felt stuck in the cycle of “great exposure” gigs that pay in applause (and maybe a fruit platter), this is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. Jaimie shares the real story, no fluff, no filters—about how she went from constantly saying yes to unpaid speaking opportunities to confidently quoting a $5K keynote fee and hearing the magic words: “That works for us.” She dives into the mindset shift that helped her draw the line on free gigs, the speaker kit she created that positioned her as a true professional, and the intentional pitching strategy that got her noticed by a national organisation. This episode isn’t just about landing a big payday, it’s about stepping into your worth and finally treating your speaking like the business it is. If you’ve been wondering how to turn your voice into a profitable asset, Jaimie’s story will show you what’s possible when you show up with confidence, clarity, and a killer speaker kit. If you’re ready to go from free to fee, don’t miss Jaimie’s free Speak and Earn challenge—three days of practical, high-impact training to help you land paid speaking gigs with confidence. It kicks off June 10, and spots are filling fast. Head to jaimieabbott.com.au/speakandearn to join the challenge now.