#213:How to Get Paid Speaking Gigs from Scratch (Even if You Have Zero Audience!)

Mar 24

If you’ve ever wondered “How do I land paid speaking gigs when I don’t have an audience, connections, or experience?” — girl, I’ve got you.

In this episode of Make It Visible, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing exactly what I’d do if I had to start from scratch.

No guesswork, no fluff — just real, practical steps to help you get booked and paid to speak.

Here's what you'll learn from this episode:

Why clarity on who you help and what problem you solve is key
How to find the right events and build a curated list of opportunities
The importance of pitching yourself (and following up!)

How every speaking engagement can lead to your next one

🔥 Plus: I’ll share the two non-negotiable things you need before pitching any event organizer — and how you can learn them inside my free 3-day masterclass, “Get Clients and Speaking Gigs.”

🎧 Press play, grab a notebook, and get ready to book your next paid speaking gig faster than you think!

➡️ Join the FREE Masterclass here: getclientsandspeakinggigs.com

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