How to win paid speaking gigs, plus a big announcement

Want to win more speaking gigs? Listen up.  In this week’s episode of Got Marketing?, Mia dives into practical strategies behind becoming a sought-after speaker. From understanding what event organisers are looking for to crafting a pitch that gets you booked, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you step onto the stage. Then, Mia shares a massive announcement about a first-of-its-kind event coming to Melbourne that you won’t want to miss.  What you’ll learn in this episode: ✨ Why speakers get booked: the key qualities that make you stand out to event organisers. ✨ How to transition from educator to entertainer: public speaking is a performance. ✨ Paid vs. unpaid gigs: what to negotiate when cash isn’t on the table. ✨ Pitching with purpose: how to craft a compelling pitch that secures gigs. ✨ The power of strong opinions: why they’re the foundation of an irresistible speaker profile.   Segments in this episode: Strong opinions are sexy: why event organisers love speakers who challenge the status quo. Low-hanging fruit: build relationships that make you top of mind for event organisers. Making waves: the UGG trademark battle –a cautionary tale for small businesses about protecting what’s yours.   The big announcement: Ripple Festival is coming! 🎉 Ripple Festival is a two-day celebration of small business, creativity, and purpose. Nov 12 & 13, Grazeland, Melbourne. Ripple Festival is where music, art, comedy, and small business collide. Because creativity isn’t just for artists, and strategy isn’t just for boardrooms. Tickets are on sale now—visit RippleFestival.au for details We are beyond excited.  Ask me anything We will have dedicated episodes where Mia answers your questions. Submit questions here: Got Marketing Podcast   Mentioned in this episode: West Wing Pete Buttigieg Laura Dern (Marriage Story) Fiona Johnston Ripple Festival   Connect with Mia on LinkedIn Follow got marketing? on Instagram Give us feedback Marketing Circle    Download the Focus Framework to learn where to focus your marketing efforts based on your stage of business, individually for product and service-based brands. https://zencastr.com/?via=mia