"We don’t have a budget to pay speakers…"   If you’ve heard that line and felt stuck between wanting visibility and needing income, this video is for you.    What if you could turn any speaking gig even the unpaid ones into profit?   I’m breaking down the exact questions I ask before I say yes to a stage, and the creative ways I monetize events without needing a check upfront.   You’ll learn:  How to ethically request the email list   What to include in your contract to protect your offers  Why videographers, vendor tables, and email follow-ups can be just as valuable as a check.   Listen now and tag a speaker who needs to hear this! #paidtospeak #speakerlife #nobudgetnoproblem #SpeakerTips #publicspeakingcoach     P.S  These strategies are just the tip of what we cover inside the Paid to Speak Intensive, my signature experience where we equip you with pitch scripts, negotiation language, and a speaker funnel that makes every yes (or even no!) worth your time.   Ready to get booked and paid?  Secure your seat now → https://couchtopodium.com/c2p-vip-day