18. How to Map Out Your Speaking Business
How to Map Out Your Speaking Business
Mapping out your speaking business requires a mindset shift. The reason it requires a shift is because of the images that pop into our minds when we hear the word map. We either think of a roadmap, or we envision pulling out our phones and asking Siri to give us directions. But neither of these scenarios work when you are starting a business.
When starting a business, it's important to envision a different type of map. You need to envision a Treasure Map.
An Inside Look at This Episode:
Mapping out your speaking business is more of an art than a science. This is why envisioning a Treasure Map works better than any type of modern-day map.
Here are the two tools that will help you effectively map out your speaker business:
Tool #1: Compass
This tool includes:
- Purpose/mission statement
- Values
- Personality traits
- Talents and skills
- Speaking topic, expertise, and solutions my services provide (this is the most important feature of your Compass to your speaker business)
Tool #2: Map
This tool includes:
- X Marks the Spot — sharing your services and the solutions you provide (this is where you are trying to go)
- Landmarks — industries you think will be a good fit for your services and the solutions you provide
- Steps to get to a landmark — reaching out and connecting with decision-makers, organizations, and other speakers in the industry
Episode Resources:
- 9 Ways to Get Paid as a Speaker
- Got questions? Submit them here
- Paid to Speak Conference and Killer Keynote Conference
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Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO as a speaker.