Practice like a $10,000 Speaker: Episode 8

Rehearse Like a $10,000 Speaker: The 7-Step Process for Confident, Professional TalksThe episode explains how to rehearse like a “$10,000 speaker,” emphasizing that rehearsal effort should be consistent whether a talk is paid or free because every stage builds reputation, from small unpaid events and podcasts to larger engagements. Jenn discusses speaking fees as an ideal number and notes advice to avoid starting pricing conversations too early. On rehearsal frequency, she cites guidance ranging from at least 10 run-throughs to TED/TEDx’s often-quoted 100 practices, then shares her own approach: Rehearse until you can clearly begin, end, and deliver the full middle. Drawing from Heroic Public Speaking (Michael and Amy Port), she outlines a seven-step rehearsal process (including table read, content mapping, staging/blocking, improv and rewrite, plus several rounds of rehearsal), plus a modular talk structure that helps speakers stay on time and adapt when time is cut.Resources mentioned: Mic Drop Moments program (enrollment open through May 30) https://calendly.com/jennchatVideo on 7 step rehearsal process from Amy Port https://youtu.be/vuUXrqfMSxE?si=m3d1v8H5q0s-XZ4pJoin Jenn at her next event: https://linktr.ee/jennspingo00:00 Rehearse Like a Pro00:17 Reputation Over Fees01:06 Small Stages Matter02:05 Pricing Talk Timing02:50 How Much Rehearsal04:28 Mic Drop Program Invite05:30 TED Talk Rehearsal Myth07:08 No Magic Number07:30 Heroic Seven Steps10:12 Internalize and Modularize12:13 Comfortable Shoes Mindset12:54 Seven Steps Breakdown14:43 Memorize Key Parts15:27 Craft a 10K Experience15:38 Wrap Up and SubscribeHave a question or suggestion for a future episode topic? Email me [email protected] to deliver mic drop moments in your next presentation? Schedule a call to learn more about coaching www.calendly.com/jennchatLooking to book a speaker for your corporate or association event on topics including leadership and communication? View my programs at www.jennspingo.com