How to get speaking engagements Get clear on why you want to speak. Listen to a lot of talks from speakers that you admire. Come up with 3-5 talk ideas. Prepare an outline for each talk idea. Build your event list. Slide into event organizers' DMs. Email your pitch. Turn your outline into a speaker proposal.
Speaker Invitation Example On behalf of the XYZ and the XYZ Organizing Committee, we are honored to invite you to speak at the XYZ event celebrating Cybersecurity Career Week (CCW). The event is scheduled for date, from time- time in location.
Talk to the host, or whoever issues the invitations. Be straightforward and respectful. Explain briefly why you want the invitation and ask nicely for one. Then walk away without belaboring the point. Don't insist or beg.
Make your written request concise and clear. Specify the date first (it may be impossible, whatever comes next). Then describe the audience, purpose, topic, and what a tremendous difference you hope that speech will make in the world. Then the financial arrangements.
How to start speaking publicly Search for events that accept guests for panels. Sign up to receive conference details. Practice, practice, practice. Start small. But dream big. Join networking groups and attend events. Work ahead for big conferences.
Table of Contents #1: Be Specific About Your Audience. #2: Google It. #3: Make A List. #4: Contact Event Organizers. #5: Use Hashtags on Social Media. #6: Learn From Other Professional Speakers. #7: Attend Conferences and Corporate Events. #8: Join A Speakers Association.
There is often real value in speaking at local events that you might find on Meetup, Eventbrite or in the local event calendars. Make connections with local partners, find local customers and gather your community around you.