Master The Media

Why You Shouldn’t Be Giving Free Testimonials and What They’re Really Worth | EP9


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Are you giving free testimonials and not getting anything in return? In this episode of Master the Media, Amy Gorin shares why your words as a health professional are worth way more than you might think and why brands should be paying for them. She talks through real examples, what brands are really using your name and image for, and what you should be charging. Amy also explains the few times it actually makes sense not to charge, like with coaching programs. Don’t forget to grab her free pricing guide so you know exactly what to ask for next time a brand comes your way.

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Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(2:06) What is a testimonial and why it’s valuable
(3:14) How brands use your name and likeness
(5:48) Supplement brand examples and legal disclaimers
(8:28) Pricing testimonials and packaging them with other services
(11:43) When testimonials are unpaid
(14:55) Always charge for brand endorsements
(16:38) Outro


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