In this episode of "The Doug Thompson Podcast," Doug sits down with Philip Sessions to crack the code on landing paid speaking gigs. They delve into practical strategies for finding opportunities, building a personal brand, and engaging with audiences. Philip shares insights from his own experiences, offering tips on leveraging social media and networking to secure engagements. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring speakers looking to turn their passion into a profession.

1. Introduction and Overview

   • Introduction to Philip Sessions and the topic (00:00 - 01:30)

2. Finding Speaking Opportunities

   • Strategies for identifying and pursuing speaking gigs (05:15 - 06:45)

3. Building a Personal Brand

   • Importance of personal branding in the speaking industry (12:30 - 14:00)

4. Engaging with Your Audience

   • Tips and techniques for effective audience engagement (20:45 - 22:15)

5. Leveraging Social Media

   • Using social media platforms to promote and secure speaking engagements (28:00 - 29:30)

6. Q&A Session

   • Philip answers common questions about the speaking business (35:00 - 40:00)

7. Conclusion

   • Final thoughts and key takeaways from the episode (45:00 - 46:30)

Philips BIO

Philip is a Christian, husband, girl dad, and the most persistent person you’ll ever meet.

Philip went from being the shy, quiet guy to one who commands any room he enters. Through his persistent efforts and transformative communication methods, he has helped hundreds of business owners build confidence and clarity in their speaking which has transformed their lives and business amounting to over $1 million dollars in recognized profits.

Connect with him

Website: https://www.speakingsessions.com/

Podcast: https://www.speakingsessions.com/podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/philipsessions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipsessions/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions

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