How to maximize every speaking opportunity?
After delivering a memorable speech, don’t let the connection end there! ![]()
Follow-up is key to leveraging your speaking success and opening doors to new opportunities.
Here are some effective strategies to maximize your post-event networking:
Send Personalized Thank You Notes or a Special Gift:
Express gratitude to the event organizers, fellow speakers, and attendees who made the event possible. This thoughtful gesture helps build rapport and leaves a lasting impression.
Engage on Social Media:
Leverage social media platforms to connect with event attendees and organizers. Share highlights from your speech, tag relevant individuals and organizations, and engage in conversations related to the event. Post about key takeaways, insights, or valuable resources.
Seek Testimonials and Referrals:
Reach out to attendees, organizers, and clients you’ve worked with in the past to request testimonials. Testimonials act as social proof and can be influential in securing future paid speaking opportunities. Additionally, ask for referrals from satisfied clients or contacts in your network who may know of other events or organizations seeking speakers.
Remember, consistency and persistence are key in networking after a speaking event. Stay engaged, nurture relationships, and actively seek opportunities to provide value.
By building meaningful connections, you’ll maximize your impact and pave the way for future collaborations and paid speaking gigs.
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By uncovering your “speaker personality”, you’ll be able to sell from the stage with ease and connect with your audience on a level that feels natural and authentic. You can finally start attracting an audience that “gets” you, and selling from the stage will feel like second nature.
As you might imagine, having this information is kind of a game-changer.
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