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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