In this episode, the podcast host, Antoniette Roze, engages with guest Mary Grothe on her journey in the speaking industry. Mary shares insights from her experience transitioning from a highly successful entrepreneur to a motivational speaker. She discusses the importance of understanding your audience and solidifying your speaking message. Mary explains the strategy behind her decision to expertly produce her keynote speeches and explains how she networks her way into speaking opportunities. She also advocates for developing an abundant mindset and kindness among speakers. Mary additionally shares her strategies to monetize speaking engagements in various ways.
00:04 Introduction to the SPEAKPact Podcast
01:00 Guest Introduction: Mary Grothe's Journey
02:32 Mary's Success Story: From Stage to Business Empire
03:56 The Power of Speaking: Monetizing Your Voice
06:27 The Art of Keynote Creation
09:56 The Importance of Audience Connection
14:03 Mary's Transition: From Business Empire to Personal Fulfillment
16:43 The Power of Speaking: A New Approach
18:30 The Importance of Self-Check and Balance
20:10 Mary's New Journey: Fearless Faith
27:36 The Art of Speaking: Tips and Strategies
35:04 The Power of Your Unique Voice
35:27 The Art of Public Speaking: It's Learnable
36:26 The Importance of Preparation and Connection
37:00 The Power of Storytelling and Emotional Connection
37:55 Stepping into the Big Leagues: A Personal Journey
40:50 The Humility of Starting from the Ground Up
41:26 The Process of Building a Pristine Keynote Message
45:09 The Strategy to Land Speaking Gigs
45:40 The Power of Networking and Building Relationships
54:58 The Importance of Setting Limits and Knowing Your Worth
01:00:22 The Challenge: Be Kind to Each Other
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