Pulling Punches: How I Booked an NYC Speaking Gig Without Sending a Single Pitch

In this behind-the-scenes episode of Pullin’ Punches, Katrina Owens shares exactly how she landed her biggest speaking opportunity yet — the Rich Girl Cult Conference in New York City — without sending a single pitch.

Spoiler alert: it all came down to relationship-building. If you’re a coach, consultant, or creative entrepreneur trying to grow your personal brand and land speaking opportunities, this short and powerful episode will show you:

• The real reason Katrina was invited to speak at one of 2025’s hottest business conferences
• Why relationships > cold pitches when it comes to securing speaking gigs
• How investing in strategic experiences (even during low-revenue seasons) can shape your future visibility
• What most people get wrong about PR outreach
• The simple mindset shift that changes everything

Katrina also shares how she went from feeling broke and burnt out in November to booking dream stages just months later — all by showing up, supporting other entrepreneurs, and nurturing real connections.

Want to learn how to grow your own press-ready personal brand and get booked for speaking gigs, podcast interviews, and press features?

Apply to join Katrina’s Fame-Ready Entrepreneur Program — her signature year-long visibility coaching experience designed to help personal brands go from seen to sought-after.

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