My Non-Negotiables for Speaking on Stages (and Why You Need Yours Too)

In this solo episode, Deidre takes you behind the scenes of preparing for an upcoming keynote in front of 400 female entrepreneurs. She shares her personal process for saying yes to aligned speaking opportunities, setting clear non-negotiables, and designing talks that don’t just inspire — they convert.You’ll hear how Deidre approaches negotiating speaking slots, why she requires video capture of her talks, and how she ensures she’s always speaking to an aligned audience. She also walks through her signature method for building a core talk, including how she audits past high-performing presentations, crafts emotional story arcs, and intentionally guides her audience toward transformation and action.Whether you’re already speaking on stages or dreaming about stepping into greater visibility, this episode is a powerful roadmap for using your voice to grow your impact, income, and movement-based business — without relying on social media trends.00:00 – Welcome + What’s Coming01:05 – Why Speaking Matters for Entrepreneurs02:15 – The First Invitation + Setting Boundaries04:10 – Owning Your Non-Negotiables05:30 – Knowing Your Audience Before You Say Yes06:45 – Why Full Video Coverage Is a Must08:10 – Creating Win-Win Speaking Agreements09:35 – Monetizing Visibility + Speak Impact and Scale11:20 – Why Speaking Beats Social Media for Growth12:45 – Building a Signature Talk14:30 – Auditing Past Talks for What Converts16:15 – Blending Self-Love with Business Strategy18:00 – Designing the Audience Journey20:05 – Behind the Scenes of Event Prep22:10 – Why Most Speakers Don’t Convert24:00 – Invitation to Go Deeper25:40 – Final Reflections + What’s Next