Enhancing Brand with Speaking

This playbook outlines steps for using public speaking opportunities to strengthen personal branding and establish one's expertise in a specific field. It provides a strategic approach to selecting, preparing for, and engaging in public speaking engagements that align with personal branding goals.

Step 1: Goal Identification

Identify specific goals for your personal brand that you aim to achieve through public speaking. These could range from becoming recognized as an expert in your field, to expanding your network, or developing new business opportunities.

Step 2: Target Audience

Determine the target audience who would be most receptive to your message and could play a pivotal role in achieving your branding goals. Understanding this audience is critical to tailoring your message.

Step 3: Speaking Opportunities

Research and select speaking engagements that are aligned with your branding goals and target audience. Look for conferences, meetups, workshops, and industry events where your participation could have the most impact.

Step 4: Content Creation

Develop a compelling presentation that not only delivers value to the audience but also reinforces your brand message. Use storytelling, data, and genuine insights to connect and establish authority.

Step 5: Skill Enhancement

Work on improving your public speaking skills by practicing your presentation, watching other skilled speakers, and maybe even taking speaking classes or hiring a coach if necessary.

Step 6: Promotion

Utilize your networks and social media platforms to promote your upcoming speaking engagements. This raises awareness of your brand and encourages attendance.

Step 7: Engagement

During the event, engage with the audience by being approachable, opening the floor for questions, and providing value through your presentation. Ensure your delivery is memorable and resonates with the audience.

Step 8: Follow-Up

After the event, follow up with connections made. Share relevant content, such as a video of your talk or a summary article, to sustain the interest in your personal brand.

General Notes

Feedback Collection

Always seek feedback on your presentations to understand audience reception and improve for future engagements.

Consistency

Maintain consistency in your messaging across different speaking engagements to reinforce your brand identity.

Record Engagements

Consider recording your speaking engagements so you can review your performance and use the recordings to promote your brand on your platforms.