The Speaker Lab Podcast
Creating Your Greatest Competitive Advantage as a Speaker with Vinh Giang
Dec 19, 2017
Vinh Giang, an international speaker and magician, shares his journey from performing magic to captivating audiences as a speaker. He reveals his greatest competitive advantage and the dedication behind securing his first paid gigs. Vinh recounts how his significant TEDx talk drastically changed the course of his career, leading to higher speaking fees. He emphasizes the importance of continual feedback and stage time, and cleverly integrates magic into his presentations, all while crafting a unique brand that stands out in the competitive speaking landscape.
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Quick takeaways
- Dedication and years of hard work, coupled with a well-crafted TEDx talk, can significantly change a speaker's professional trajectory.
- Rebranding oneself to clarify identity and utilizing strong marketing materials are crucial for overcoming initial credibility challenges in speaking.
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Effective Marketing Strategies for Speakers
Creating a strong marketing strategy is crucial for booking paid speaking gigs. A speaker on the team successfully generated over $36,000 in paid gigs before having a website by developing a critical marketing asset. Free live training sessions are offered to teach emerging speakers how to craft and utilize this asset effectively. Additionally, utilizing online tools like myspeakingagent.com can help identify and contact potential gigs.
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