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“How to Turn Free Speeches Into Paid Clients”
By Mike AokiPresident, Reflective Keynotes Inc.
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Why give free speeches?
• Gain “expert status” and publicity
• Networking: people come to you
• Lead generation
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How do I get booked?
• Who is your target market?
• Where can I find them? (Association listings such as www.csae.com )
• Who do I contact and what do I say? (Query letter or phone script)
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Query letter
Send the Program Director:
• Your possible topics and speech titles
• References and testimonials
• The benefits of having you speak at their next meeting or conference
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What do I say?
How do I organize my speech?
• Top 10 Tips
• Industry trends: positions you as an expert
• Scenario based: share real-life examples
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But, be careful…
“You should give away the appetizer, not the main
course.”
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Common mistakes
• Selling, instead of sharing
• Devaluing yourself (The “plumber’s story”)
• Making it hard for people to follow up with you
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Generating leads
Leave a “trail of breadcrumbs”:
• Email your Power Point presentation to anyone who gives you their business card.
• Refer attendees to a special “landing page” on your web site.
• Offer a sample product or free consultation for qualified prospects.
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More tips for success
• Newsletter articles (before & after)
• Arrive early and stay late
• Attend the next monthly meeting after your speech
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More free resources
If you hand in your business card, I’ll email you:
• This Power Point presentation
• My free newsletter
• Links to a dozen additional tips for giving business speeches
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A final thought…
“Speaking in front of a group is a privilege and a responsibility. You never know how much you’ll affect
someone’s life.”
Mike Aoki
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“How to Turn Free Speeches Into Paid Clients”
By Mike AokiPresident, Reflective Keynotes Inc.