
From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker EBOOK EDITION
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Are you ready to elevate your writing career by stepping onto the stage? Establishing yourself as a successful speaker is both an art and a science. Where do you start?
From Page to Platform is your essential blueprint to making that leap. This comprehensive guide will help you land your first speaking engagements, deliver captivating presentations, and build a respected brand as a speaker. You’ll learn how to ...
- Define your speaking goals and craft your unique message.
- Connect deeply with your audience, in-person or virtually.
- Land your first paid speaking engagement.
- Discover the secrets to creating impactful slides.
- Impress organizers and ensure you’re always in demand.
Learn from Matty Dalrymple and M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn), two acclaimed speakers who have successfully transformed their words into income on the speaking circuit.
Whether you're an experienced author or just starting out, From Page to Platform offers insightful strategies, practical steps, and the inspiration you need to share your voice with the world from the stage.
From Page to Platform covers …
YOUR SPEAKING CAREER
- Defining Your Goals as a Speaker
- Creating Your Speaker Strategy
- What is your speaker mission statement?
- Establishing Yourself as a True Professional
THE GOALS OF YOUR TALK
- What do you want your audience to learn?
- What do you want your audience to experience?
- What actions do you want your audience to take?
TYPES OF TALKS ... NOT JUST THE USUAL SUSPECTS
- Interviews / Podcasts
- Panels
- Workshops
- Author Readings
- Keynotes
FORMATS
- In-person Events
- Virtual Events
FINDING THE OPPORTUNITIES
- Your Author and Speaker Communities
- Conferences
- Placement Services
ASSESSING THE OPPORTUNITIES
- Consider the Organizer’s Goals
- Consider the Organizer’s and Event’s
- Professionalism
- Consider the Venue
- Make Your Provisional Decision
SETTING YOUR FEE AND NEGOTIATING THE OFFER
- What to Charge
- If the Offer Doesn’t Include Payment
- If the Offer Does Include Payment
- Consider Copyright
- Negotiation Basics
PREPARING YOUR TALK
- Slides
- Notes
- Handouts
SELLING YOUR BOOKS
- In-person Events
- Virtual Events
THE SPEAKER ON THE ROAD
- Travel Costs
- Travel Tips
DRESSING FOR SUCCESS
- Match the Level of Formality to the Event and Venue
- Be Comfortable
- How about Branded Clothing?
- Consider a Uniform
- Best (Dressed) Practices
BEFORE THE EVENT
- Block Your Calendar
- Heed Communications from Organizers
- Manage Your Materials
- Research Your Fellow Presenters and Event Attendees
- Promote the Event as well as the Talk
- Triple Check Your Website
- Use the Event App
- If You Have to Cancel
- For In-person Events
- For Virtual Events
ATTENDING THE EVENT
- You’re Always on Stage
- Scope Out the Venue
- Audiovisual Setup
- Be an Active Participant
- Use Social Media
- Manage Your Energy
THE DAY OF THE PRESENTATION
- Calm Your Nerves
- Arrive Early
- Confirm the Logistics
- Mingle with the Participants
- Capture the Moment
GIVING THE BEST TALK OF YOUR LIFE
- The Main Event
- Q&A
- Dealing with Hecklers
- Be the Last to the Leave the Room
AFTER YOUR TALK (IT’S NOT OVER WHEN YOU STEP OFF THE PODIUM)
- Recharge and Celebrate!
- Tick off the Tasks
- Follow up with the Organizers
- Capitalize on Your Connections
- Share the Experience
- Update Your Website
- Speaker’s Notes
YOUR SPEAKER TOOLKIT
- Media Kit
- Speaker Bios
- General Topic Information
- Upcoming and Past Events
- Event-specific Web Page
- Headshot
- Business Cards
- Demo Reel
STAYING AT THE CUTTING EDGE OF YOUR NICHE
MATTY DALRYMPLE is the author of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels and Suspense Shorts and the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers. She writes, speaks, consults, and podcasts on the writing craft and the publishing voyage as The Indy Author.
M.L. RONN (MICHAEL LA RONN) writes science fiction & fantasy novels and self-help books for writers. He built a writing career, publishing 10-12 books per year, while raising a family, working a full-time job, and attending law school.