What if your personal struggles could become your most powerful tool for change? Join us as Brittany Richman, a former school counselor turned professional speaker and author, shares her heartfelt journey of overcoming mental health challenges and dedicating her career to advocating for teen mental health. Brittany opens up about her initial hurdles in booking speaking engagements and how the Speaker Lab became her game-changer. Her story emphasizes the importance of building connections with decision-makers and seizing every opportunity to secure speaking gigs.Ever wondered how writing a book can elevate your speaking career? Brittany delves into the unexpected benefits of authorship, from skyrocketing book sales to enhanced credibility that opens doors to more speaking engagements and higher fees. She offers practical strategies for integrating book sales into speaking contracts and leveraging different organizational budgets. Learn how audiences, especially students, can become brand advocates, and discover the pivotal role social media plays in building a speaker’s brand and increasing book visibility.Get ready for actionable insights on maximizing your impact as a speaker. Brittany shares invaluable advice on identifying your primary audience, leveraging conferences, and employing creative tactics to connect with decision-makers. We also discuss the significance of relationship marketing and geographical prospecting, providing a roadmap for speakers to enhance their engagement fees and secure more gigs. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your speaking career, this episode is packed with strategies to help you grow and succeed.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki