How To Get Coveted Speaking Slots At Key Industry Events
The competition is fierce, but there are things you can do to increase your odds of landing coveted speaking slots.
A common goal for consultants is to speak at industry events.
The reason is obvious. Not only is it an ego boost, but if you give the right kind of talk it can generate interest in your services.
The competition for speaking slots is fierce. But, fortunately, there are some things you can do to significantly increase your odds of getting a slot.
How To Hustle
I’ve often noted the same folks unhappy about being overlooked for speaking slots. often haven’t created the most compelling offer for event organisers. For example, many seem to be missing things like:
A large audience they can bring to the event with them.
A speaker reel of previous talks they’ve given.
A set of case studies or published material proving the value of their work.
Strong, positive, relationships with event organisers in their industry.
A track record which makes them impossible to ignore.
My first major speaking event was in 2011. That was three years into my consultancy career. By that point, I had published ove…
