Speaking 4 Profit Podcast

"Like entrepreneurship and speaking and Ted talking is all a journey." - Evolve Benton   Public speaking can be a fear for some. So how do others stand in front of a crowd and confidently deliver a TEDx Talk? In this episode, we'll talk about how to prepare for and deliver a successful TEDx Talk as we provide valuable advice on how to develop your idea, find collaborators, and use your voice to make a difference.   [00:01 - 07:51] Leverage Your Business through Public Speaking Unleash the Power of Technology Service can be a winning strategy for business Overcoming the fear of public speaking   [07:52 - 30:21] Have You Ever Wanted to Speak on a TEDx Stage? Public speaking is a hobby. Be yourself. How to Become a TEDx Speaker A Ted talk is just like any other piece of content Be Prepared and Have a Plan Every Ted talk is about solving a problem and coming up with a throughline that leads to your idea   [30:22 - 32:29] Final Thoughts   Share your story with the world! Connect with me – leave a review and comment (links below)   Key Quotes: "A Ted Talk in some ways is just like any other piece of content. You got to use it. You got to put it out there in other ways." - Evolve Benton   "It's the wrong question to ask about what is the kind of idea that will get selected? Because the kind of idea that will get selected is the one that's authentic to you and the message that you want to put out there and the idea that you want to change the world." - Evolve Benton   Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/ Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Winning is about confidence. So come in there and be proactive in being able to pitch what you think they're going to ask.” - Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks   For this Speakers Room Live episode, Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks discusses how to win pitches and how to use your voice for wealth. She gets detailed on the importance of pitch competitions, strategies for success, and what to do once you've won.   Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks is the Founder and CEO of tech startup KeepWOL. KeepWOL creates talent development technology that uses live multiplayer games and artificial intelligence to maximize cultural intelligence in the workplace. Working at 5 different Fortune 500 companies, plus being a black millennial woman in engineering & tech, she's no stranger to being the “first” or “only.”   Lauren is the first Black woman to graduate from The University of Kansas' Aerospace Engineering Department and the first Black woman to win the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics international design competition. She's a recipient of the Women in Technology Rising Star Award, and she has an MBA in Operations Management. She is a wife, a mother of two, and an avid conversationalist. Her top two values are authenticity and legacy, and she keeps these front in mind in everything she does    [00:01 - 07:29] All About Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks Speech competitions as a way to get some experience under your belt Lauren's story from being born and raised in a small town to achieving greater heights The way to help employees learn and focus on their work How entrepreneurs can cultivate creativity, innovation, and better presentation skills   [07:30 - 19:14] Step into the Shark Tank with Full Confidence An overview of what is to be in a pitch competition and its mechanics How pitching and networking are necessary to win in business It boils down to the story you tell and how convincing you are with your story Tactics to employ for more effective speech delivery and presentation   [19:15 - 31:19] The Tools You Need and the Ways to Prepare The importance of practice, paying attention to reactions, and keeping a schedule Get over the fear and learn to use your voice to attract money into your business Solid advice for aspiring entrepreneurs - have a backup plan   [31:20 - 35:15] Final Thoughts   Giving free content and providing access to invest in personal support Connect with Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Lauren and Evolve    Key Quotes:   “Pitching is all about the story you tell, but not even the story you tell. [It's about] how convincing you are with your story.” -  Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks “Make sure that you keep that forefront in your mind like this isn't an all-or-nothing type of situation like if this [journey to entrepreneurship] doesn't succeed…have all these different opportunities back doors… Remember that [when] you have a network, you have things to fall back on.” - Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks Connect with Lauren! Website: https://www.keepwol.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlayKeepWOL/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/playkeepwol/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlayKeepWOL   What are you promoting right now in your business? Do you have an offer for our listeners? : Complimentary KeepWOL sessions Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!  

“The way that we talk about ourselves, the way we talk about our money, the way that we talk about our future is a scale. It is a manifestation of what will come to our lives.”  - Evolve Benton   Happy Black History month! I'm Evolve Benton and today, I go over the origins of the Speaking 4 Profit Academy and why folks may not be charging enough for their voices. A lot of it has to do with the way we regard ourselves - Do you see yourself as capable of being financially free? Do you talk about yourself in an empowering way? Get into momentum by speaking for prophecy and manifesting abundance in your life.     [00:01 - 03:17] Why Your Talent Fee May Not Be Enough The start of Speaking 4 Profit Academy It started during COVID-19 - a pandemic baby. When opportunities became less, the academy becomes an avenue for folks to secure the bag. Why you may not be asking enough A $500 talent fee may save a company $40,000! See yourself as someone who can be profitable from your intellectual property.   [03:18 - 12:10] Cultivating the Wealth Mindset to Call Abundance The significance of support in business ventures Starting a business allows one to serve the world. Through your voice, it is possible to achieve financial freedom. How to build wealth sustainably You cannot rely on just one stream of income. Invest the money and work for a shorter amount of time. Using your voice to call in wealth Be wary of the way you talk about yourself and your life! Being abundant is not built on capitalism, but being able to serve the world.   [12:11 - 13:45] Final Thoughts   Share your story with the world! Connect with me – leave a review and comment (links below)   Key Quotes:   “Being able to create an incubator like Speaking for Profit University, where diverse leaders like yourself, whoever's watching this…are able to build out businesses, through their voice, through their story, through their knowledge, that gives them financial freedom, right? And that financial freedom gives us an opportunity to be able to live longer lives full of joy and happiness.” - Evolve Benton   “Whatever you are an expert at, you can teach the world about that and make some money while you do it. Invest that money and work for a shorter amount of time so that you can live your life and freedom.”  - Evolve Benton Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“What are the things that add value to your life? What are the things that add energy to your body? What are the things that make you want to show up and continue to show up? What's going to keep you fueled so that you can take your life to the next level?” - Evolve Benton   What does it take to be a great leader? Does life have to revolve around work? Today, Evolve Benton proves otherwise. Taking care of yourself by not making your life all about work and considering ways to keep yourself fueled are the steps to take for a better life as a CEO. Pair this with a heart of gratitude along with the three other tips and you are on your way to a fantastic year!     [00:01 - 09:18] Gamechanger Tips to Being a Great Leader Tip #1: Embrace simplicity and systems Keep it simple so that delegation is smooth. Be willing to write it down. Tip #2: Set goals and standard Have a roadmap and be specific. Set the standard to scale. Small steps to greatness matter. Tip #3: Collect feedback from your customer base Start surveys and be willing to take in the information. You need to know what the world thinks. Tip #4: Make YOU a priority Making your life all about work is not the way. Set up a morning and evening routine.   [09:07 - 12:06] Final Thoughts   Take care of yourself and stay fueled! Connect with me – leave a review and comment (links below) Key Quotes:   “Being able to have simple systems that you're able to share with the world, as you grow is going to be your powerhouse.” - Evolve Benton   “Create the goals so that you can create the roadmap to get there. But also create standards must-haves that have to happen in your business in order for it to grow.” - Evolve Benton Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Systemic oppression, anti-black racism is alive and well. And I see that in every single sector, including the nonprofit and charitable sector, where we like to think that we're doing good or organizations and people think you know, I have the right intention. And yet, there's so much harm that is created. And I want to flip the script on that.” - Rebecca Darwent   For this Speakers Room Live episode, Rebecca Darwent calls out the misrepresentation of philanthropy and how black folks can jump into the space, the way to gain confidence to declare success, and how we, despite the existing systemic oppression and racism, can flip the script and live a life of abundance.   Rebecca Darwent is a social entrepreneur, bringing a fresh perspective, catalytic approach, and an intuitive business savvy to solve long-standing issues. A proven builder of relationships and capital, Rebecca has led strategy, policy, fund development, and partnerships mobilizing multimillion-dollar investments in equity, health, and education. In 2020, Rebecca co-founded the Foundation for Black Communities that exists to ensure every Black person in Canada can thrive. She is Vice President of Laidlaw Foundation, a Women Leaders for the World Fellow, and a Canadian Millennium Laureate. Rebecca's mission is to redefine philanthropy as a philanthropic advisor, speaker, and consultant.     [00:01 - 07:58] Flipping the Script to Redefine Philanthropy and Exude Abundance  Rebecca on being a social entrepreneur and philanthropic advisor She redefines philanthropy by including those excluded from this space of generosity and giving. Not having a sense of belonging makes you go above and beyond. The concept of generational giving The seed of abundance had been planted in all of us. It is our job to pass it on. Systemic oppression and discrimination are alive; we must strive to flip the script.   [07:59 - 18:07] Confidence is Key - Name Your Price and Declare Success Gaining confidence in oneself Being in the Speaking 4 Profit University helped her declare success. Surrounding yourself with entrepreneurs of similar trajectories helps you push forward. Scaling the speaking business Learning the industry may be overwhelming, but acknowledge your worth. Ask the budget question and know to build in your price. Taking accountability for momentum Sometimes, we need help and encouragement from others. Be part of a community that feels like your team.   [18:08 - 21:27] Acting as the CEO in Your Life Being the CEO of your life Trust yourself and your decision-making. Put your best foot forward. Black abundance and the Black History Month We're building self-sufficiency and allowing for the growth of our communities. Let's celebrate    [21:13 - 25:38] Final Thoughts   How can you extend your knowledge and acts of kindness? Connect with Rebecca Darwent – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Rebecca and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “Your rate is your rate, regardless of industry, and regardless of [the] company that you're going to.” - Rebecca Darwent   “You have to be grounded in yourself and trust yourself. And trust that you know what is the best thing for your life, your goals, your objectives.” - Rebecca Darwent   Connect with Rebecca!   Website: http://www.rebeccadarwent.com/  Instragram : https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.darwent/  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“When we think about speaking and sharing our story, or sharing what we know, it's an opportunity to, one, impact the world, to educate people, but also to continue to plant seeds that may change people's lives.” -  Evolve Benton    Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and today, I want to share some practical tips to build your confidence in public speaking. By listening to ourselves and understanding the value of authenticity, it is possible to get our impactful message across as we move past this fear. Get into execution and let your story be heard!     [00:01 - 05:16] Afraid of Speaking in Public? You Are Not Alone The essence of sharing your story The fear of speaking in public gets in the way.  Speaking is an opportunity to change people's lives The fear of speaking in public You are not alone - 77% of people are scared to speak in public. The more you do it, the easier it becomes.   [06:13 - 16:32] Practical Tips to Apply - Building Your Confidence Tip #1: Have pre-talk and post-talk rituals Be prepared and listen to your body. Positive reaffirmations and giving yourself love helps! Tip #2: Keep water available Drink water and keep yourself hydrated. Tip #3: Speak with integrity Ensure that your knowledge is sufficient to answer tough questions. Having this allows for more impact. Tip #4: Practice, practice, practice Get started and let others listen to you. Start small and build confidence along the way   [16:33 - 28:03] Move Past the Fear Through Implementation Special tip #5: Practice slowly Going as quickly as possible diminishes the clarity of your speech.  Be willing to pause and take a break. Tip #6: Have human moments Don't be afraid to mess up. You don't need to memorize your speech. We need to move forward and get over the fear. [23:07 - 28:52] Final Thoughts   Watch out for more tips and strategies for public speaking! Connect with me – leave a review and comment (links below) Key Quotes:   “Practice sharing your voice, practice sharing your story, practice sharing your pitch, practice talking about yourself, and get more comfortable. And remember, you can always start small.” - Evolve Benton    “Don't be afraid to be human and mess up. As long as you give them clarity and you're willing to get back to your speech. That's all that matters.” - Evolve Benton Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“And so for me, what I will say is one, get your money… We deserve credit for what you do, as well as showing your worth is very important.” - Enzi Tanner   In this Speakers Room Live episode, Enzi Tanner shares the realities of being a speaker and an advocate - the struggles of establishing oneself in the space, the beauty of working with people, and the importance of taking a rest to avoid burnout. He emphasizes that for people to realize our value, we must not be afraid to get what is due for us.   Enzi Tanner is a trans, disabled, Black American, Jew living on Dakota lands, otherwise known as North Minneapolis. Enzi is a Community organizer, a consultant, a licensed social worker, and an ICF-certified life coach. Over the last decade, Enzi's work has centered on housing and houselessness and supporting LGBTQ youth and their families. Currently, Enzi is working on re-imagining community safety and examining how to keep all of our communities safe. Enzi has led training on intersectional justice, White supremacy culture and anti-Black racism.     [00:01 - 06:12] The Beauty of Spoken Word Poetry Enzi Tanner on making an impact He shares his experience of speaking as a spoken word artist who has a speech impairment and is an introvert. Spoken word can be used to push ideas and movements. Sticking to your script Anti-racism and social work Racial dynamics occurring calls for action and recognition.   [06:13 - 18:44] Alignment with Vision for Exponential Execution Getting the work done and striving for profit The important part is being in alignment with your vision. Understand your worth and get your money! The community offers a big impact as they root for you. Strategies for facilitating workshops Get to know the requirements in your state. Being gatekeepers Organizations stepping into the field of equality Observe black liberation in the company. Watch how people get paid and the support systems. Schedule a call with Enzi!   [18:45 - 26:21] Refrain From Burnout and Give Yourself Some Rest Collaborations and events upcoming Check out Enzi's podcast! Getting on the ground and doing the work requires strong determination. Create spaces for opportunities. Tips to refrain from burnout Pause and give yourself time to reflect. Take care of yourself - the body can only take so much. [26:22 - 28:36] Final Thoughts   Connect with Enzi Tanner – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Enzi and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “Spoken word art, in general, is something that could be used in the political realm, as well as to push movements and to push people's ideas and mindsets about things.” -  Enzi Tanner   “When the wealth comes to you, it goes so much farther throughout the community.” - Evolve Benton    “The pause, I think, is the biggest piece that we often forget, or we often don't feel like we can do, especially for those of us who may have been raised in a poor black family, you have to keep going, keep moving, or you've always been taught, you have to try three times harder than the next person to just barely get what you get. And so we have this ethic of working nonstop and running ourselves to the ground. And being able to pause is extremely important. Remember that our bodies are only able to heal when it's resting and sleeping. And so taking care of yourself is extremely important.” - Enzi Tanner   Connect with Enzi! Website: enzitanner.com Twitter: mrenziboi Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Focus on what you're passionate about and make it an offering, package it, and then do your research.” - Cicely Hunter   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Cicely Hunter talks about the significance of understanding black history, recognizing racial barriers, and effectively eradicating racism in the workplace. It's time to change the narrative and allow empowerment among all people!   Cicely Hunter is a doctoral candidate in the Department of American Studies at Saint Louis University, where she received her M.A. in 2016. She is a scholar, educator, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional who focuses on race, Black social movements, visual culture, and urban studies during the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries     [00:01 - 11:08] Eradicating Racism by Embracing Diversity and Equity Cicely on pursuing her mission Working on research regarding anti-blackness and race riots prompted her to create classes. Position yourself to speak on these topics. The implications of the act of service The emotional labor required for this position is immense. It is about speaking up about problems that are transpiring. Navigating through a transition requires acknowledging your feelings but carrying on the path.   [11:09 - 22:16] Recognizing the Racial Barriers and Allowing Breakthrough Public-facing work This aspect allows for broader reach and better connections. Tips for anti-racism in organizations Recognize the history and understand the racial barriers. It is more than representation - consistency in establishing equity is key. Being a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional The environment can be hostile, so be prepared! Know who your allies are and check your resources.   [22:17 - 27:08] Reshaping and Revamping of Mindset for Valuable Service Finding your voice as a professional Be comfortable to be out in public to speak. Know your offers and expand your network. Touching people's lives Hone into your power to give back through your act of service.     [27:09 - 30:20] Final Thoughts Connect with Cicely Hunter – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Cicely and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “It's okay to sit in how you feel and then you keep going, right?... But make sure that you're establishing yourself in a space where you feel comfortable.” - Cicely Hunter “Make sure that you're regularly checking in with your staff because just to have, like, one session where you talk about race one time, that does a disservice to the work that you can be so impactful at doing.” - Cicely Hunter   Connect with Cicely! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cicely-hunter-25580867/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cicely.hunter.5 Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“One of the first places we start is to identify who's going to, you know, make those micro commitments with you. Because those are the individuals that you want to go ahead and focus on and try to scale with.” - Vladimir Adonis   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Vladimir Adonis tells his story of taking a plunge into entrepreneurship and how others can do it too. By keeping a vision in mind, defining a business model, and learning marketing tactics, it is possible to put yourself out there in a much better position that promotes profitability.   It all started with a dream and asking that question how else can success be defined? About 15 years ago, I started working in higher education for an online university. I worked my way up to an executive-level position. I worked as a college Executive for 12 Years. About five years into my executive position, I knew that it wasn't something I wanted to be doing for the rest of my life. Something inside of me told me I should start my own business. I found and hired a programmer to build me a dating/dance-type website so that I would be able to launch my first business as an entrepreneur. Fast forward a year later – the website was -launched. But to my surprise, I had a hard time getting members to join, and I had to close down the site to avoid losses.   Then I decided to take what I had learned about lead generation and marketing and began hosting workshops in my area. After hosting over 60 local marketing workshops and helping other businesses dial in their -marketing – I felt comfortable with my craft. Today I specialize in lead generation and marketing. Helping businesses generate leads and make more sales. I also help people take their knowledge, experience, and expertise to turn it into an online coaching program.    [00:01 - 07:43] Establishing Your Definition of Entrepreneurship Who is Vladimir Adonis? Joy is about appreciating the simple things in life - breathing fresh air, having a place to live, and the basic things in life. Seeing progress brings us joy. Join the Facebook Group: Black Creators Connect Vladimir talks about his coaching journey Refine your definition of entrepreneurship. For Vladimir, it's about the evergreen business model. The biggest learning lesson: $30,000 investment gone At the end of the day, it is up to you to pivot. Defining the evergreen business model It is creating an asset, transforming into a marketing material, and being hands-free as much as possible.   [07:44 - 20:50] Making the Offer, Leveraging, and Repositioning Setting up your offers This is about offering your service and expertise at a certain price point. Advantages and processes of mid ticket offers The key is solving problems in the marketplace. Let people show up and be accountable. Leveraging your advertising Start with $10 a day for the testing period to reach different audiences. The varying categories of individuals Identify those willing to make micro commitments with you to scale with. Putting together a solid ad Recognize the stages of the marketing process. Awareness stage Interest stage Lead generation Your landing page should be about how your clients can take the next step with you. Introducing ourselves to the audience The advertisements, landing pages, and training offers are done to warm up the audience. Making our offers irresistible Retarget your ads, add more content, or reposition your offers. [20:51 - 27:24] Taking the Plunge to Entrepreneurship The beauty of coaching Coaching is transformational. It is helping realize one's potential, expertise, and assets to take on the next step. Tips for entrepreneurs In order to grow, you have to do what's difficult. Establish a sales or marketing process with a degree of predictability. Know better and have processes in place Vladimir Adonis' success stories It is about being happy that you did it - that you made the transformation. [27:25 - 31:29] Final Thoughts   Connect with Vladimir Adonis – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Vladimir and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “Evergreen means it's as hands free as possible, it means that I create the process.” - Vladimir Adonis   “We really want people to show up and be accountable. And what I have found is when people invest their money, they actually show up.” - Evolve Benton   “Success for me is just, I'm happy I did it. I'm happy that I made the transition.” - Vladimir Adonis     Connect with Vladimir! Website: https://www.vladimiradonis.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vladimiradonis20  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vladimiradonis3/  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“One thing that was really key for me was learning that I could have a choice about who I was going to work for, and that as much as I was being interviewed by them, like I needed to be interviewing them, and making sure that it felt like a right fit.” - India Harville     Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, we have India Harville to discuss how she managed to create an effective work dynamic for speaking engagements and the strategic planning it takes to exceed your goals.   India earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the New College of Florida and her Master of Arts in Integrative Health Studies at the California Institute of Integral Studies. Whatever she is doing — practicing, performing, teaching — she is setting forth an example, that however our bodies show up the world, they are perfect, worthy of existence, and capable of magic. As a Disability Justice consultant, public speaker, somatics practitioner, and performance artist, India Harville has made it her mission to open people's minds to the wonder of their own bodies. She works diligently to foster a sense of the body as a vehicle for growth and transformation, both personal and collective. An African American, queer, disabled/chronically ill, femme, cis woman, she has experienced health issues since infancy. It was only in 2011, however, that she embraced her disabled identity in a political sense. That was a major move forward for her, coalescing her identity into its form today – an identity that informs all of her work, each of its components shaping her voice and her message. For more than twenty years, India has equipped non-profits, corporations, and universities with the tools and insights that they need to move into a wider and fuller concept of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).    [00:01 - 05:18] Establishing Work Dynamic on Speaking Gigs Get to know India Harville Disability justice consultant and crafting accessible dance performance pieces The power of technology It is important to utilize modern tools to show up in different spaces. Discovering the speaking engagement dynamic India shares her experience of realizing being underpaid. Work on systems Founded upon freedom   [05:19 - 14:05] Exceeding Your Goals: The Three Points to Scale  Three points to scaling in the speaking business You have a choice of what to participate in. Interviewing goes both ways Consider your pre-plans. Hype up your self-care game. Make things easy and streamlined. Getting things in place Goals and strategic planning Negotiating is key. This makes you hit your actual goals. The value of reaching out The mindset to exceed the goal Preparation for future participants You will get to meet some amazing people. Networking and support would be incredible. Set aside schedules [14:06 - 17:35] Final Thoughts   Connect with India Harville – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Spencer and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “It's important for us to show up in different spaces and to use the power of technology for that.” - Evolve Benton   “It's really about this freedom, this ability to take care of ourselves, to love ourselves, and love the people that value us.” - Evolve Benton   Connect with India! Website: https://www.embracedbody.com/about  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embracedbody1  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embracedbody1/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/embracedbody  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Joy is just this sense of authenticity and alignment with oneself. And kind of different than happiness, right? It's more of that place of peace and calm with myself in the universe. Like a contentment, like I belong here.” - Brenden Thomas Cashatt    Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, we have Brenden Thomas Cashatt, on Queer and Trans Coaching and Consulting, sharing their journey to profitability through passions, displaying authenticity and creativity, and creating an joy-driven space.   [00:01 - 05:19] Making the Most Out of the Environment that Isn't Built for Us Amplifying joy in our lives Introducing Brenden Thomas Cashatt We need to make sure that we come from a place of alignment with whatever we do at all times. Tips on serving LGBT folks Understand how you take care of yourself. This gives way to caring for folks in environments that were not made for them.   [05:20 - 15:01] Acting Upon Our Passions with Accountability and Creativity Setting your boundaries Saying “yes” to everything makes it difficult to set boundaries. Cultivating a community of acceptance It helps to be recognized and validated for people to grow. Level with ourselves with joy Joy is at a higher level than pride, bringing a sense of authenticity and alignment. Attaining sense of belongingness Executing expression and creativity Have accountability coming from a place of love in exercising your passions. Aligning passion with profit   [15:02 - 21:27] The Virtue of Selfishness: Oneness with the Self and the Universe Getting out of your own way It is just a matter of committing and showing up whatever it takes. The advantages of masterclasses Allow a “rough draft” and improve along the process. Learn by doing. Finding your expertise Reflect on your story to show authenticity. Brenden talks about their upcoming projects Our voices are so much more powerful than we realize. Utilize wellness practices such as - Meditation Recognizing our relationship with the universe [27:56 - 33:27] Final Thoughts   Check out the masterclasses and be part of the community! Connect with Brenden Thomas Cashatt – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Brenden and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “We need to make sure that we're coming from a place where... what I'm doing, I'm in alignment with myself, my purpose and the world all of the time.” - Brenden Thomas Cashatt    “ Pride is a good feeling, but that's actually not even as high on the vibrational level as joy.” - Brenden Thomas Cashatt    “So it's just a matter of committing and going with it and continuing to commit. Just show up, just show up. Just keep showing up.” - Brenden Thomas Cashatt    Connect with Brenden! Facebook Profile: facebook.com/brenden.thomas.cashatt Facebook Group: Cultivating Justice and Belonging Instagram : liveforalivingbrenden Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Whatever your intention is, as long as you have good intentions... You will make an impact. And then you will learn that that's the most fulfilling part.” - Odell A. Bizzell II   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Odell A. Bizzell II discusses the journey to turning speaking from a hobby to a profession and how he crafted his path to success and betterment in the speaking industry through impactfulness.   Odell Bizzell is a professional speaker, author of 10 books, podcast host, and marketing consultant. He helps make marketing simple for speakers and consultants by utilizing little known and practiced strategies.     [00:01 - 08:52] Making Speaking from a Hobby to a Profession Who is Odell? Becoming a professional communicator Looking back at our life allows us make sense of the now Sparking the passion for speaking through engagements and writing books The road to professionalism We are taught that success is a meritocracy, but that is not true. A professional speaker is simply a service provider in the event planning business.   [08:53 - 24:23] Positioning in the Industry for Budding Speakers Pivot despite unfortunate circumstances There is an opportunity for the speaking business to evolve this pandemic. Offering free events Becoming intentional in establishing relationships is key. From considering Uber Eats to paid speaking engagements We tend to discount the things we are familiar with. Recognize the value. Marketing for budding speakers Continuously get good at the art, fall in love with it, and find inspiration. Research where the bag is - problems to solve, industry to jump in, and the audience. Engage to build relationships for advice and testimonials. The interviewing technique   [24:24 - 21:27] More Than the Price, It's All About the Impact Naming your price Get to know the range. Do not start with a high price. Consider the industry and level of expertise you have. Stacking the value Impact versus the bag No matter what you do, keep your intentions pure to make an impact. Craft your social proof and recognize that winning is all about impactfulness.   [37:39 - 41:24] Final Thoughts   Check out Odell's free training on the interview method and social proof Connect with Odell A. Bizzell II – check out his podcast and connect with him! (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Odell and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “You can have a story, you can have an amazing voice. But if you're not able to share it with the world, or deliver it to the right audience, you know, it really doesn't matter. It doesn't really impact in the same way.” -  Evolve Benton   “You're going to fit into somebody else's event if you don't plan your own.” - Odell A. Bizzell II   “Sometimes the things that we're familiar with, we discount. So if we're familiar with speaking and all that has to do, sometimes we discount how important and relevant it is.” - Odell A. Bizzell II   Connect with Odell! Website: www.SpeakerMarketingMadeSimple.com  Facebook Profile: Odell.Bizzel Facebook Group: Speaker Marketing Made Simple Instragram : @OdellBizzell Twitter: @OdellBizzell   Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“If you treat the host like it is a privilege to be on that show, and you show up with gratitude and humility, and you look for ways to promote them back. They are going to love you, you are going to rise be the cream on the top.” - Christine McAlister   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Christine McAlister shares her principles in kickstarting your podcasting journey both as a guest and a host. From this talk, it is evident that becoming a phenomenal speaker is not rocket science - it is logical, sensible, and definitely doable!   HI, FRIEND! I'm Christine McAlister. I'm a business coach for high-achieving women all over the world who want to quit and stay out of their 9-5s, replace their incomes, and make 6 figures running online businesses. I help my clients overcome self-doubt and get the clarity and focus they need to make progress toward their dream life. My superpower is uncovering who you really are. I help you get clarity on your unique zone of genius, the confidence to get visible and share your talent with the world, and the clients who'll pay you to help them change their lives.     [00:01 - 05:35] Who is Christine McAlister? How Evolve got into podcasting and seeing Christine Introducing Christine McAlister Sharing your personal journey helps people relate to you. Mission to turn something terrible to something good   [05:36 - 13:14] In the Works of Becoming a Phenomenal Host and Guest The journey to podcasting Having guests will leverage the impactfulness of your podcast. Have their trust and let them share their passions. Snowball effect Principles for podcasting engagement As a guest: Get a vibe check with a long-term relationship in mind. As a host: Be specific and clear to navigate better. Secrets to becoming a phenomenal guest Check your values. Show your gratitude and appreciation to the host. Ask questions during the interview   [13:15 - 27:35] Making the Pitch and the Profit - When “Yes” Happens Becoming proud of your accomplishments There is nothing wrong with sharing what you have! Put it all out in there. Crafting the pitch Consider the podcast dynamic of the host. Trust and do not follow up. Christine shares her exclusive tip for her VIP clients in finding the right podcast! Manifesting the return on investment Get to know the nuances, the audience, and the way to clarity to effective promotion. Self-doubt may creep in We use our stories, passions, and uniqueness to take ourselves out of the overwhelm. Getting into the flow Authenticity in marketing Christine's sustainability practice There is always something to work on, so give yourself space to take a break.   [27:36 - 33:04] Final Thoughts   Check out Christine's free podcast guesting checklist! Connect with Christine McAlister – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Christine and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “I also talk about my own personal journey, right through trauma through tragedy through overcoming, you know, PTSD, anxiety, depression, all this stuff that helps people to relate to me because we've all been through some really hard stuff in our lives whether or not we give ourselves credit for having survived it.” -  Christine McAlister   “Look at this as a long-term relationship that I'm starting with the pitch, and then the conversation, and the interview that follows just as a starting off point as a you know, as a casual connection, and then like a first date, right? But I'm only going to do that with people that I really want in my life.” - Christine McAlister   Connect with Christine! Visit her Website: https://www.lifewithpassion.com/  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“You don't want to pivot too soon. Because if you pivot too soon, it really puts you in a position where your business is not able to grow and thrive the way you want it to.” -  Evolve Benton   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this episode, I will be sharing my journey of reaching 100k during my first year in the business. This goes to show that having the right mindset, recognizing the proper tools, and seeing opportunities from circumstances are what we need to pivot. Grab your notes as I identify my top five tips in hitting that goal.     [00:01 - 04:25] Establishing Your Worth in the Speaking Industry Misconceptions of the first year It is not a small feat; it is a big deal. Not giving up and sticking around Speaking engagements during COVID-19 Evolve shares the horror story of cancellations and virtual events Amplify the environment How the Academy started   [04:26 - 08:22] Getting into the Growth Mindset to Pivot Not a bunch of magical steps The way you make money should be targeted to solve problems. Not only about making more money Have a concept of your own financial landscape to limit anxiety. Have a budget Money back prophecy The way to financial freedom requires awareness of your financial well-being. Establish clarity of your financial needs   [08:23 - 24:25] Evolve's Pro Tips on the Journey to 100k The way to 100k Tip #1: Document as much as possible because it can be used for marketing purposes. Tip #2: Create sustainability and be present - take a time off Getting out of the scarcity mindset Tip #3: Don't just spend it makes sure that you expense it Allocate money wisely Tip #4: Keep your Key Performance Indicators Tip #5: Keep it simple - don't over commit [24:26 - 31:00] Final Thoughts   Thrive in the digital world by creating digital assets Get to know more about the Profit Power Program! Closing thoughts and advice from Evolve  Key Quotes:   “It's really the accomplishment of not giving up and sticking around as an entrepreneur, to be able to create a path for yourself.” -  Evolve Benton    “Whatever you are trying to do to make money, make sure that it's solving a problem. That is key to the marketplace that you want to impact.” - Evolve Benton   “What we really want to do is make sure one of our businesses is stable before we move on to the other one.” - Evolve Benton  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“You can wake up with your PJs, you can wake up, you know, with your robe or whatever, it doesn't matter, with no makeup on, your hair's not done, it doesn't matter. You can just come up in there just as long as you're, you know, delivering value. That's what matters.” - Jay Aquino   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, we have Jay Aquino as he talked about practical digital marketing on what it takes to start, the value of live content, repurposing, and split testing for business owners to apply.   How many other coaches can say they have done social media marketing for companies that were featured on Fox News, Daily News, Food Network, Travel Channel, and The Cooking Channel? Jay has 10+ years of experience marketing for local businesses. Through his success, Jay has invested years learning the most cutting edge strategies to help businesses maximize ROI. If you're looking for a marketing coach that has extensive experience in quality organic lead generation as well as up-to-date social media marketing skills—then look no further.   [00:01 - 05:46] Get to Know Jay Aquino Authentic and smooth marketing with consistency Jay's background and journey to marketing He got from 9 to 5, getting laid off, having a small business, and stumbling upon a social media marketing course.   [05:47 - 23:45] Practical Tips on Leveraging your Social Media Marketing What it takes to market on social media Know where your audience is. Each platform has its own demographics. Consistency on one platform Amplify your live experience with even simple gadgets. Start off with cheap items and heavily consider the microphone used. Value matters the most Do it for the replay - do not be discouraged by a small audience during live.  Utilizing live content to leverage Repurpose and transform to maximize the asset. Direct the audience to your website. Building an audience in Facebook Understand the difference between personal and business profile. Personal profile attracting more engagement Tip #1: Optimize your personal profile - it is your “digital billboard”. Tip #2: Explore 3-5 groups based on your specific demographic.  Tip #3: Call out your target audience and add them as friends. Deliver value or ask questions.    [23:46 - 31:32] Gather Your Assets and Perform with Confidence Jay shares about his program This focuses on organic marketing growth and delivering different types of posts. Instilling confidence in going live Assets needed to start marketing Have a budget allocated for marketing. Maximize the ability to shut off or scale up Facebook ads by considering the data. Split testing   [31:33 - 34:55] Final Thoughts   Join #live or #replay for a 15-minute strategy call with Jay! Connect with Jay Aquino – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Jay and Evolve  Key Quote:   “Let's focus just on one platform and really master that. Because with one platform, you can make a ton of money, and engage with a lot of people.” -  Jay Aquino References: https://repurpose.io/      Connect with Jay! Visit his Website: www.jayaquino.org  Visit his Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jayaquino.org Join his Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filipinobizowners/  Follow him on Instagram: @jayaquino Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“It's really beautiful to be able to manifest and be really outlandish and outspoken about what you want to see come to fruition. But there's a piece in that. That is about creating space.” - Meckell Milburn   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Meckell Milburn shares the importance of vulnerability and allowing yourself space to heal to impact the world.   Meckell Milburn, MA, NBC-HWC is an Integrative Health Practitioner and the owner of the holistic wellness organization, Revolutionary Healing. Meckell's work is holistic, mindfulness-based, and supports people in reclaiming their own divine wisdom. This is done through decolonizing the concept of wellness and reclaiming practices that our communities have historically used to take care of ourselves. Meckell's vision and purpose in life is to increase access to wellness resources for black folks and other oppressed identities. Meckell holds a master's degree in Integrative Health and is both a Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and certified yoga instructor (RYT-200). She is a contributing author of Integrative Health Coaching: Resource Guide for Navigating Complementary and Integrative Health and a series of eBooks on holistic wellness. Meckell is also a three-time recipient of the Chancellor's Outstanding Staff Award, the highest honor for UC Berkeley staff members, for her continued work in health and wellness.   [00:01 - 06:14] All About Meckell Milburn How Meckell founded Revolutionary Healing Creating space for people to give themselves permission to take care of themselves. It is needed to be really transparent with who is central to our work.   [06:15 - 15:54] Providing Accessibility to Healing and Wellness Creating space for healing It is always a work-in-progress to ensure accessibility. Listening is key Social media and language play an important role to make people feel connected. Providing the right services Working directly with clients to witness healing through vulnerability. Sign up for Meckell's yoga classes!   [15:55 - 21:27] Keeping the Momentum of Abundance through Intentionality Giving to get back Meckell talks about the celebrations and challenges during her travel It is liberating to witness the support around healing. Keeping the balance Establish intentionality to reground yourself. Investing in yourself Actualize and believe in yourself. See the value of investing in yourself. Internal and intangible journey Manifestation and envisioning for yourself Recognize the need for space   [27:29 - 35:04] Final Thoughts   Being vulnerable has virtue. Connect with Meckell Milburn – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Meckell and Evolve  Key Quotes: “A part of abundance and the momentum of abundance is giving, right? And I think so many of us don't realize we got to give in order to get back.” - Evolve Benton “I was just reminding myself so that I can always go back to that moment, saying, 'You invested in yourself today. Don't forget how valuable that is.' because this is sort of creating a new experience, you're showing up differently for yourself.” - Meckell Milburn   Connect with Meckell!   Visit her Website: www.revolutionaryhealing.org  Follow her on Instagram: @revolutionary.healing  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“The biggest bully is ourselves, right? And for me, it's more around those, ‘What am I telling myself?'.” - Cedric D. Edison   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Cedric D. Edison talks about moving past fear as a speaker and how we can come out on top to deliver value for our listeners.   In 2014 I experienced an aortic aneurysm, and I was fired from my job just a few months following surgery. I was homeless, hopeless and struggled to find employment. In a dark moment, I realized that living with stress, doubt, fear, and not taking intentional action was literally killing me and suffocating my true potential. With courage, I made habit changes in my health and mindset to replace the despair and fear. That shift opened the door to possibility....  - Cedric D. Edison     [00:01 - 09:22] Who is Cedric D. Edison? Cedric talks about his rough childhood and challenging early adulthood We deserve to be paid in value for the stories and testimonies we share. Overcoming fear as a speaker It is about building around the habits of what we say. Recognize the biggest bully The brain looks for patterns to support your behavior.   [09:23 - 25:44] Recognizing Fear and Projecting Confidence What it takes to truly manifest Speak out your dream and create a physical representation. Cedric shares his biggest fear Self-worth plays a vital role in your success. Determination to help other people is a huge motivator. Acknowledge what keeps you going. Gaining confidence in becoming a paid speaker Recognize the time and effort you put in. Position yourself as a friend before sales mode. Build trust through a relationship. It is never about you. Do not give up when facing objections.   [25:45 - 39:34] The Blueprint to Success in Speaking Showing your care and intentionality It's not just about the money, but about the life you're trying to build. Cedric gives advice for new speakers Start speaking. Push through despite the difficulty.  Parallelisms to exercising muscles Follow through and implement. Utilize opportunities and avenues around you. Speaking as a skill Just like any skill, it entails constant training.   [39:35 - 44:05] Final Thoughts   Check out Cedric's showcase and book! Connect with Cedric D. Edison – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Cedric and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “So if we're able to move past fear, we're not only able to change our lives, but able to change other people's lives.” -  Evolve Benton    “Before you try to work on your business, work on yourself first.” - Cedric D. Edison   Connect with Spencer! Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecedspeaks/ Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.edison Check out his book: Cedric Edison: Fearless   Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“As a speaker, it's important that we not only speak out that we also speak within, because when we are able to seek within, and truly speak to ourselves with kindness, with love with compassion, with discipline, then everything that we put out, will be in the same order.” - Evolve Benton Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and in this episode, I will be sharing some valuable insights about how exactly we can use our speech in manifesting our ambitions, the dangers of misaligning your voice with your thoughts, and the virtue of speaking from within.   [00:01 - 04:27] Utilizing Our Voice to Manifest How speech allows goals to channel in Ask yourself the proper questions before speaking. Consider your goals and ensure that your language is not distant or diminishing. Why how we talk to ourselves matters Be watchful of negative line of speaking. Utilize speaking as medicine, not simply income-generating.   [04:28 - 7:28] The Dangers of Mismatch between Mind and Manner Speaking on a low vibration Ensure alignment of your speech with your actual behavior. Evolve shares their new money manifestation This principle establishes the healthy entrepreneurial mindset. It is about not only speaking out, but also speaking within.   [7:29 - 8:48] Final Thoughts   Wishing you love, abundance, and true manifestation of your ambitions! Connect with Me! – leave a review and comment (links below)   Key Quotes:   “When we are not prepared for a manifestation, when we are not prepared for the transformation to truly happen in our lives, so much of that is stemmed to the way that we talk about ourselves.” -  Evolve Benton   “Any business that you have, you are in the business to make money, guaranteed. You're in a business to make money. And if you're talking about it in a negative way, it's truly not gonna work for you.” - Evolve Benton Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“And the biggest thing is...feeling that sense of freedom and having freedom with time and energy. What people don't realize is that money is generative and your time and energy are not.” - Kayley Robsham   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Kayley Robsham talks about the struggles of maintaining a good relationship with money in this capitalistic society, the self-limiting beliefs surrounding it, and how to come out empowered.   Hello! I'm Kayley (she/hers) - I help intuitive entrepreneurs create powerful businesses aligned to who they are and their community. My business began as a blog in 2011 and I've been building it/them since!     [00:01 - 05:18] Who is Kayley Robsham? Introducing Kayley Robsham Making an impact Your impact comes from your story. The system taught us not to value ourselves and that is not our fault.   [05:19 - 18:41] Fixing Your Relationship with Money Kayley talks about facing student loans Realizing the need for assets Build on assets and pinpoint your liabilities. The caveat of being an employee It can be more expensive than you think. The employment period is the best time to start a business. Uncovering guilt in generating income and debt Debt is a reflection of your self trust. Learn investments.   [18:42 - 30:10] Learning Our Attachment Styles and Setting Boundaries A closer look at the environment Are you anxious or secure? It is less about the money and more about security. Setting boundaries Money is generative. Your time and energy are not. Earning money brings a sense of belongingness and this is wired to our survival instinct. Pinpoint your self-limiting beliefs in money.   [30:11 - 36:20] Final Thoughts   Be empowered and become an advocate for yourself Connect with Kayley Robsham – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Kayley and Evolve    Key Quotes:   “I personally believe that the momentum of abundance is consistently healing your relationship with money because we've all been raised around this capitalistic society.” -  Evolve Benton   “I'm using my voice to help people heal their relationship with money. Otherwise, we're not really working on our, you know, our self worth. So the people and the systems who have taught us not to value ourselves. That's part of it right? Forgiveness, self worth, and realizing that it's not our faults.” - Kayley Robsham Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“As we engage in accountability, it's really just trying to be open, trying to move away from that shame, trying to know that mistakes are gonna happen. But once you get back in the game, once you figure out how you need to pivot or reset, you can knock out those goals, right? It's not impossible to complete whatever you set. It's just figuring out your approach to do it.” - BX Barclay   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, BX Barclay shares the principles behind establishing accountability and how we can turn fallbacks into chances to pivot.      [00:01 - 05:12] All About BX Barclay How BX views their role in Speaking for Profit Get started on the foundations of your business. Be aligned with your role.   [05:13 - 10:55] Upholding Accountability with Love BX talks about their business Prepare for your future by cultivating the right micro habits. Being an accountability coach Being MIA is part of life. It is just about adequate checking in. The culture in Speaking 4 Profit It promotes an environment of striving to make an impact through refining their - Voice Vision Purpose   [10:56 - 16:55] The Challenge of Holding Entrepreneurs Accountable Not meeting the benchmarks Understand that it is part of the process. Sometimes, we have to refigure, reset, and reprioritize. Recognize the way you resist to combat that. Decentralizing capitalism It is not always about overworking and trying to be productive. Quality over quantity. Establish principles around sustainability. Keeping the balance Look into your personal life. Schedule joy and self-care time.   [16:56 - 19:39] Final Thoughts   Connect with BX Barclay – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from BX and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “One thing about speaking for profit is we have a lot of amazing, amazing learners. And they're out here just doing it right. So they're getting bags, they're making an impact. They're refining their voice, refining their vision, refining their purpose for what they want. And I think that's just a beautiful process to be a part of.” - BX Barclay    “It's [failure to reach goals] a part of the process, right? Like you're not always going to accomplish or knock off all the goals that you have on your list, or even all the goals you plan for the month, right? And just knowing how we can pivot? How can we reset? How can we refigure out how to attack these goals that we have or prioritize?” - BX Barclay      Connect with BX! Visit his Website: www.spencerburnett.com Visit his Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spencer.burnett24/ Join his Facebook Group: http://sb.2.vu/JoinFbgroup Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spencerburnett/ Follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/spencerburnett Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“What you gotta do is be the one who's going to want to implement and lead right away. If you can implement and lead, then you are already steps ahead of most CEOs that I know.” - Evolve Benton   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this episode, I will discuss the importance of keeping the intention to make an impact, following the phases of a successful speaking business, and realizing what aligns for you.   [00:01 - 05:13] Keeping the Intention and Finding the Way to Success Evolve talks about the Speaking 4 Profit community Attract people with the intention to change the world. Some may simply be still figuring it out. Creating a sustainable and reliable business It is about building a lifestyle. Consider programs in building habits for success. Establish awareness of reality - there is no overnight success. Take failure as an opportunity to find out what's more.   [05:14 - 11:15] The Phases of Building a Profitable Speaking Business Maximizing income potential through side gigs Phase #1: Solidifying the first phase of the business Building relationships Bring in recurring income Create sustainability Phase #2: Establishing a wealthy digital society Audience and community building Crafting digital products Securing expertise The implications of generating more income Your needs will change as you get more income. It is only a point and must become a consistent ritual. Move on from debt and consider investing.   [11:16 - 16:12] What Does it Mean to be Part of Speak 4 Profit? Realizing what aligns for you It is not about how things cost. Be a representation of your success. Do not get caught up in the lies. It is about creating impact and abundance.    [16:13 - 17:55] Final Thoughts   There is no need to know everything right away. Connect with Evolve Benton – leave a review and comment (links below) Key Quotes:   “The truth is that really creating a business that is sustainable, that is predictable, and that is reliable, it takes time. And the reason it takes time is because you're not just building a habit, you're building a lifestyle.” -  Evolve Benton “When we fail in business, we're [not only] able to truly see our own character, but what we can build next.” - Evolve Benton Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Part of this is educating yourself and being a part of communities like yours, communities like mine, so you can understand how this works and become comfortable that they're not paying you for that hour. They're paying you for what you're going to teach them in that hour that it took you six years to learn.” - Quinn Conyers    Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and we welcome Quinn Conyers for this Speakers Room Live episode as she highlights and explicates just how impactful our voices can be, the opportunity to use our voice with intentionality, and establishing our value as speakers.   I broadcast the brilliance of black women in business! I show them how to profit from public speaking so they can maximize and monetize all speaking opportunities. - Quinn Conyers     [00:01 - 07:49] Who is Quinn Conyers? How Quinn discovered the joy in speaking Getting nervous is normal but allow yourself to get into a rhythm. Quinn shares her intention and style in speaking People speak for different reasons such as making a profit or making an impact.   [07:50 - 22:36] Verbalizing Your Value and Becoming an Advocate The fear of asking for our worth Public speaking can be used to leverage your income strategy, revenue stream, and lead generation. Establishing a value system Attract clients by allowing them to feel welcome. Embrace diversity and inclusion. There is no magic formula in determining value. Consider the following: Experience Expertise Assets Comfort level Understand the industry standards. Be acquainted with the price range per speaking engagement considering the experience. Curating assets as alternatives and supplements for fruitful offers Don't hesitate to invest in your website, marketing, and socials. Pick a platform and dominate. Establish visibility. Visibility is the name of the game. Quinn shares about her book When you speak, doors of opportunity will open that money can't buy.   [22:37 - 30:15] The Power of Being Seen and Heard Planting seeds to change the world Realize that you are chosen for a mission. Welcome the possibility of something bigger. Shine to let others realize their potential to shine as well. Chase for the feeling of fulfillment, not just the dollar amount. Figuring out your speaking strategy Be open-minded and consider the two ways: Upfront fee or honorarium Waiving the fee and selling from the stage   [30:16 - 34:04] Final Thoughts   Keep your pitch concise and beautiful. Connect with Quinn Conyers – leave a review and comment (links below) Key Quotes:   “We raise our hands to be entrepreneurs and business owners. And then a lot of times we don't understand that speaker and spokesperson also become your title.” -  Quinn Conyers    “So this industry is not about who is the best speaker, it really is about who is the best marketer, and who has the guts and the balls to ask for what they really want.” - Quinn Conyers    Connect with Quinn! Visit her website: https://www.quinnconyers.com/ Visit her Facebook Profile: @quinnconyers Join her Facebook Group: @speakblackwoman Follow her on Instagram: @quinn.conyers Follow her on Twitter: @quinnconyers Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Anyone that tells me that you're really exhausted and burnt out - it ain't the amount of things that you got on your plate. It's the way that you're managing things.” - Spencer Burnett    Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Spencer Burnett shares the mindset behind creating a winning workflow, laying out the foundation by working backwards, and establishing this dynamic towards effective execution.   Spencer Burnett is a high-performance mind mechanic who specializes in helping entrepreneurs rewire their mindset. He helps them align their actions to support their goals and vision through mindset strategy, organization and spiritual enlightenment. He has been an entrepreneur and coach for the past 21 years across multiple industries.     [00:01 - 06:27] All About Spencer Burnett How Spencer views the Million Dollar workflow Introducing Spencer Burnett Joy is all around you. It is not about actively chasing it. Notice the little things about you. Spencer talks about his entrepreneurial journey Map out people's consciousness and see the way they need to behave in order to achieve what they want.   [06:28 - 15:34] Intentionality in Workflow Execution towards Profitability Overcoming disorganization and building a system Take it one step at a time. Be present and stay focused. The counterintuition of entrepreneurs and workflow Entrepreneurs are wired to be dynamic creators. However, there is a need for linear thinkers or operators for: Scaling the business Plan execution Correlation of workflow to profit Efficiency is key. Time is money, so invest in proper operations. Scarcity mindset causes linear thinking.   [15:35 - 21:27] The Virtue of Task Delegation for Effective Leadership Imminent upgrade of systems Do not lose the culture. Lay in the workflow to build sustainability. Preparation for effective leadership Establish presence to execute the action plan: Focus Embrace the unpredictable Discipline     [21:28 - 28:03] Building a Springboard to Execution The flaw of praising potential Potential is constipated excellence. Actions matter more than anything. Measuring success Move with integrity and follow through with the commitment. Spencer shares his personal win It's not about what you have on your plate. It is about how you manage. [28:04 - 34:04] Final Thoughts   Giving free content and providing access to invest in personal support Connect with Spencer Burnett – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Spencer and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “I think a lot of people look at that as an external thing. What do I do for joy? The reality is that joy is all around you. Joy exists in every moment. Joy exists even in difficult times.” -  Spencer Burnett    “The reason that entrepreneurs struggle with workflow is because it's counterintuitive to the way that we're designed. Entrepreneurs are outside the box thinkers. We're dynamic.” - Spencer Burnett    “If the culture of your company is to celebrate dynamic thoughts, and execute a linear process, that's the winning combo that you got.” - Spencer Burnett    Connect with Spencer! Visit his Website: www.spencerburnett.com Visit his Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spencer.burnett24/ Join his Facebook Group: http://sb.2.vu/JoinFbgroup Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spencerburnett/ Follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/spencerburnett Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“When I ask people, ‘How's your heart today?' I really mean, ‘What is going on for you? How's your spirit, mind, emotional state, and how's the part of you that maybe you don't want to check in with but you really need to, so you can be fully present?” -  Zami Hyemingway   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and Zami Hyemingway is joining us for this Speakers Room Live episode to talk about practices that sustain us as entrepreneurs, strategies for negotiating and achieving your business goals as well as how Zami helps people through his coaching.    Zami Tinashe Hyemingway, MSW, MAST, is the CEO and founder of Spiritus Wellness. Zami is a holistic wellness coach, certified personal trainer, and certified nutritionist. Zami's passion is to teach people how to liberate their wellness practice, through using a spirit, mind, and body approach based in African diasporic practices and most importantly love. His mission is to find ways to get messages, tools, and resources for health and wellness, to communities of Color, Women and Femmes, Transgender and Non-Binary folks, and others pushed furthest to the margins. Zami provides bi-weekly wellness tips via his Instagram Zami_SpiritusWellness and provides monthly wellness courses on his Patreon, Spiritus Wellness.     [00:01 - 06:33] Get To Know Zami Hyemingway The Visioning I've been doing: I want to support 5000 people in the next 5 years to be able to build 6-figure speaking businesses Introducing Zami Hyemingway Bringing health, wellness, and healing to marginalized communities in ways that are accessible, sustainable, and generational Zami's Why behind asking, “How is your heart today?”  Asking people deep grounding questions to lay a foundation of authenticity and true healing   [06:34 - 15:03] First Quarter Wins and Strategies for Achieving them  Shifting financial and limiting mindsets to be able to raise prices  When we speak things we manifest blessings or curses  Reaching out to companies and securing workshop opportunities Signed a contract to be a consultant with a statewide agency, helping them build curriculum around trans and gender-affirming health Strategies when negotiating contracts  Negotiate higher and don't go below your bottom line  If they really want you to be there, they're going to figure out a way to meet your price or have a real conversation and negotiation Don't shut the conversation because they say they can't afford you     [15:04 - 22:07] Practices That Sustain You as an Entrepreneur  Boundaries Establishing lines with your loved ones, family, work, your first investor, in order to show up better for them   Rest   Integrate and prioritize saying no and mindful rest  Move When you're stuck on something, move! Practice physical movement that you enjoy  What to expect from the Speaking for Profit Academy Teaching strategies that will sustain and improve the lives of entrepreneurs in order to thrive       [22:08 - 34:03] Spiritus Wellness: A Holistic Approach to Coaching Crafting a specialized wellness program for each client and their individual journeys A mix of cognitive-behavioral coaching, mindfulness techniques, nutrition practices, and physical practice Navigating wellness from the realities and actual living experiences of an average person; not social media ideals  Spiritus Wellness' Patreon - Click the link below to check out Spiritus Wellness' incredibly tiers and offerings  [34:04 - 38:34] Final Thoughts   Connect with Zami Hyemingway – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Zami and Evolve  Key Quotes:   “When we speak things, we are speaking blessings or curses. We're either manifesting growth, or we're manifesting removal in many ways.” -  Zami Hyemingway   “What would your life look like, if the first thing you did was tend to your heart? Imagine how powerful that would be if  the first thing you do is care for yourself. How liberating our days would be if the first thing we do is we pray to ourselves, lift ourselves up, speak affirmations to ourselves, move in our body and get grounded in our body.” -  Zami Hyemingway   “Wellness does not have to look like what we see on TV with all these Instagram fitness people and personal trainers who don't have certifications. Just because someone knows how to eat a certain way or train for their body doesn't mean they know how your body works. Because only you know how your body works.” - Zami Hyemingway     Connect with Zami! Visit his Website: www.spirituswellness.org   Visit his Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spirituswellness   Join his Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/YourSpiritusWellness   Follow his on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zami_spirituswellness/  Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“People don't just resonate with just the products and the services that you're trying to sell. They buy into you as an individual.” - Sabah Ali   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for our Speakers Room Live episode, we have a special guest, Sabah Ali, who will discuss how we connect with our audience by establishing authentic branding with storytelling.   Sabah Ali is the Founder of Brands That Sell, she is a coach, 2 time TEDx speaker, best selling author, and on a mission to help coaches scale their business past 6 figures. Known for her branding work, she has helped passionate business owners clarify their message and story to attract more clients and gain authority by organic marketing strategies and personal branding. Sabah's work has been featured on publications such as NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX News. [00:01 - 04:51] Who is Sabah Ali? Introducing Sabah Ali How she started creating content Simply sharing your stories can build an audience Creating and consuming content People can't always be on the go to create content.   [04:52 - 07:26] Authentic Branding as Business Owners Explore the approaches in creating content Say it like you mean it. The main idea is to put your personal way of speaking into actual words. People connect through stories – some content not intended to be promotional can attract more clients. Consider the client's perspective Branding is the experience you're creating for your clients.   [07:27 - 11:40] What's the Cart Before the Horse? Failure to apply the pyramid concept for business structure The core foundation is the brand. As you think about famous brands, ask yourself the questions – Why do people buy their products? What do people experience with the brand? Not channeling your strengths to your branding Ask your close friends or family members to write about your strengths and weaknesses for an objective point of view.   [11:41 - 16:28] How Does Speaking Connect to Branding? Sabah shares her experience as an introvert and ultimately finding courage to tell her story Do not be afraid to share your vulnerabilities. People are undergoing varying challenges and having someone they can relate to brings emotional comfort. Taking advantage of speaking platforms It helps with credibility and positioning. Building trust is essential in gaining more audience.   [16:29 - 21:36] Establishing Sustainability and Well-Being in Preparation for Profitability Transparency is key Embrace your flaws and take a moment to pause. Reflecting gives way for a fresh perspective. Allow clarity to shift your focus on the root cause of challenges.   [21:37 - 26:12] Final Thoughts   Giving tips in getting featured Add a pivot to make your story stand out. Not an overused general idea. Sabah's money affirmation quote: “Money flows into my life with ease, when I am a wealthy woman.” Connect with Sabah Ali – leave a review and comment (links below) Key Quotes:   “I was just doing it because I want to share my story. And from there, I truly started to build friendships and relationships and people that actually became my family.” - Sabah Ali   “I think the main thing is really just speaking, how you speak in person and putting it into actual words.” - Sabah Ali   “Branding, then from there, identifies what type of business model you want to create, who you're trying to serve, and what the offer looks like.”  - Sabah Ali   “You can have all the money in the world. But if you're not balanced, your team will be dragging behind you.” - Evolve Benton   Connect with Sabah!   Join her Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/unforgettablecoaches Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesabahali/ Visit her website https://sabahaliconsulting.com/ Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton   LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“Don't put yourself under the pressure of becoming a great writer. You don't have to be a great writer to produce a book that sells.” - Evolve Benton   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and today, I will talk about tips for creating your content, choosing publishing platforms, and marketing principles in selling your first book.     [00:01 - 03:43] Why Consider Writing a Book? Cohesion between speakers and writers Explore both worlds – speak and provide content Opens doors for more engagement opportunities Conduct writing workshops and exercises, resulting to a community Requires low cost and a variety of publishing platforms is accessible   [03:44 - 11:26] Tips on Content Creation to Publishing for your First Book Tip #1: Pick a topic that solves a problem Consider relatable problems for other people – balance passion and impact Tip #2: Give yourself a deadline Realize that your first book is not your last book Break down into time segments to assess progress Tip #3: Tell your story and share the writing Utilize other services (transcription, recorders, etc.) to fill in the gap You don't have to be a great writer to tell your story Tip #4: Gather market research for your book Consult people for advice, collect more opinions Have a book release team to help you spread the word Tip #5: Make use of different media to attract a wider audience Consider varying forms of content sharing People prefer different methods of getting information   [11:27 - 20:11] Addressing Questions from the Audience What are some recommended topics considering the limits of expertise? Dig in to your passion and go beyond its concept at face value Journal down your thoughts and collect How to promote a book co-authored with? Be on the same page with your co-author in marketing practices Repurpose your book covers to attract more audience What are the best and worst parts of the writing and publishing processes? The best part of your writing is when you're done Bootstrapping to save costs without  background knowledge is the struggle   [20:12 - 21:27] Final Thoughts Reach out for more questions about creating and publishing your first book! Connect with Evolve Benton – leave a review and comment (links below)   Key Quotes:   “I was intentional to think about myself when writing the book, but beyond myself, who are my readers, and what problems are they trying to solve? And how does my topic connect to that?” - Evolve Benton    “You also have to have a deadline, you don't want to spend forever writing your first book, because once you get it out there, yeah, you're gonna have things that you want to change, but you're gonna write something else.” - Evolve Benton   “When you have a book, a workbook, some kind of content to go along with your speaking engagement. That is icing on the cake, right? Because that's some way that you can utilize that as a lead magnet.” - Evolve Benton   References Mentioned:   https://www.ingramspark.com/   Connect with Me!    Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton     LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

“My goal is to influx the speaking industry with diversity and I hope that you will join me in this charge.” - Evolve Benton   Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and this is our first episode talking about strategies to start an impactful and profitable speaking business.   [00:01 - 01:42] How to Build a 6-7 Figures Speaking Business The many ways to speak for profit Explore the different ways – from live talks to digital products Our goals are to impact the world and increase income   [01:43 - 02:13] What is Speaking 4 Profit? Release of episodes Weekly every Thursday Two podcast variations Short with value and case studies from clients Speakers room live with entrepreneur guests   [02:14 - 04:33] Who is Evolve Benton? From a day job to speaking side gigs – tried a little bit of it all The challenges were creating offers, naming prices, and choosing the industry Creating the podcast My purpose is to influx the industry with diversity   [04:34 - 04:52] Final Thoughts Connect with Evolve Benton – leave a review and comment (links below)     Key Quotes:   “I wanted to create this podcast as a way to give access to other speakers who like me, don't really know what their message is yet, or maybe just don't quite know how to get started.” - Evolve Benton    “I also created this podcast because when I look at the top speakers, actually the top paid speakers, I don't see enough women, women of color, black folks, lgbtqi folks, folks with different abilities, folks with different immigration statuses.” - Evolve Benton    Connect with Me!    Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/  Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton     LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review