How to Pitch Your First ECE Workshop

Ready to start getting hired to deliver workshops for early childhood educators but not sure how to get your foot in the door? In this episode of ECE to CEO, Carla Ward shares how she started pitching workshops, what she's learned over seven years of speaking, and the advice she gives her consulting clients who want to break into the ECE speaking world. From identifying the right organizations to building relationships before sending that first email, Carla walks through the steps to getting started. She also shares why following up matters, how podcasts can help create speaking opportunities, and why waiting until everything is perfect might be holding you back. In This Episode: How to create a dream list of organizations to pitch Why knowing your workshop topic, audience, and purpose matters How to build genuine connections before sending cold emails Why guest appearances on podcasts can lead to speaking opportunities How to follow up and use Airtable to track pitches Why consistently telling people about your workshops is essential to getting hired Resources Mentioned: Airtable: https://airtable.com/invite/r/JCGEysvH — A tool for organizing speaking pitches, tracking follow-ups, and managing potential opportunities. Your ECE to CEO Challenge: Start building a list of organizations you'd love to work with. Get clear on the workshop you want to offer, who it's for, and why it matters. Then, make pitching a weekly habit. Aim for five pitches a week, and don't forget to follow up! Connect with Carla: Website: carlatheece.com Instagram: @carlatheece Enjoyed This Episode? Follow the ECE to CEO Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and share it with another early childhood educator who's ready to start building a business. Your voice deserves to be heard. Happy pitching!