PDS #185
Speaking is one of the talents that some of us possess that can enable us to earn a sustainable income either as a side hustle or full-time job. It does not matter if you are a new speaker or someone who has spoken for years; what counts is, you are passionate about sharing a message and if you are comfortable in front of people you can get paid for solving a problem through your speaking.
Our conversation with Evolve Benton, will definitely give you important insights on how to use your voice for profit, determine how much money you want to come in and leverage it to create an impact. Evolve is a speaker, educator and has an MA in Clinical Psychology and LGBTQ Studies and an MFA in Creative Writing, definitely an authority in the speaking space.

In this episode:
- What is the first step you should take in order to find out if speaking engagements will be profitable for you?
- How do you filter through your potential speaking gigs
- Why are discovery calls important
- The three biggest misconceptions people have when it comes to speaking for profit
- What is the best place to begin pitching and finding speaking engagements
- How to leverage your podcast when reaching out to prospects for speaking engagements

Connect with Evolve Benton:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EvolveBentonCreates/ (https://www.facebook.com/EvolveBentonCreates/)
- FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/347714636462719
- Website: https://www.evolvebenton.com/ (https://www.evolvebenton.com/)
- Podcast: BOI (Born Obviously Incredible) Meets Wellness - https://www.boimeetswellness.com/ (https://www.boimeetswellness.com/)