Gain the Inside Advantage in October
October 3rd, 2008
Did you know that October is National” Gain the Inside Advantage” Month? – To gain the inside advantage in your marketplace, it’s time to come out of your shell and start speaking! Find opportunities to speak before groups that can hire you. Speaking is an excellent way to gain credibility and visibility. Rotary clubs, Kiwanis clubs, Lions clubs and Chambers of Commerce meetings are good places to start. Speak about something you are passionate about and that directly relates to your business. Provide everyone with a take home (handouts) that includes your contact information so your audience can contact you later. Because first impressions are very important, I also recommend you read Overcoming Presentation Anxiety - http://speakingwithspirit.com/overcoming-presentation-anxiety/
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3 Comments Add your own
1. Pat Montgomery | October 3rd, 2008 at 3:07 pm
I would love to do some speaking engagements, just not sure how to get started.
Thanks for the boost, though.
2. PopArtDiva | October 4th, 2008 at 11:51 am
I have no idea of how what I do would relate to a speaking engagement!
I’ve often thought it would be fun, but what would I talk about - I’m into retro pop culture, retro art, martinis and food, lol!
3. Heidi Richards Mooney, Founder Women's eCommerce Association | October 4th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Terri,
You could speak to Art & Culture Organizations, local colleges and art schools, culinary schools ~ hey you could even teach them a few things. BTW, Community Colleges are always looking for adjunct professors, with your experience, you might even get a part time position.
Rotary clubs, Kiwanis Clubs and so many other non-profits would benefit from your wisdom. And for the most part they are likely your customers and you could sell your beautiful works.
Speaking topics don’t just have to be about business, however the way you run your business and get clients would certainly be interesting to many groups. Women’s groups all love having a diversity of topics.
One of my friends, Conni Gordon, does an art program where she teaches entire audiences how to paint a picture in less than an hour. She is amazing and in fact, has been listed in the Guinness Book of World Records. Check her out at http://www.ConniGordon.com. Tell her Heidi sent you!
Heidi
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