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May 7, 2019


She shares why she decided to start the Public Speakers Association as well as valuable tips on becoming a paid speaker. Tonya has a story, let’s hear it.

What’s In Store For You

  • [02:54] What made Tonya decide to start her own Speakers Association?
  • [04:28] Tonya guides us through the process of marketing speakers and how social media plays a critical part.
  • [06:14] She gives input on what a new speaker needs to do in order to gain an organization’s interest to market them.
  • [08:08] How do you get people to talk about you WITHOUT YOU?
  • [09:57] What are the platforms I need to be on as a speaker?
  • [12:27] How can posting videos help speakers get heard or gain more visibility?
  • [14:56] Where should speakers navigate their business or topics to make their own mark/brand?
  • [15:40] How to bridge the gap between what you are passionate about vs. what people want to hear?
  • [17:13] How can one begin to make money as a speaker?
  • [18:12] Tonya’s shocking input on how getting a gig as a keynote speaker actually makes you less money.
  • [21:14] Where can you connect with Tonya?



  1. Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini, PhD
  2. Professional Speakers Association – you can connect with Tonya on this page;
  3. Speak Write Now Community;
  4. podcast(at) – send your questions and comments;
  5. Voice message – leave me a message, I want to hear your voice!
  6. The RK3 Show Patreon page (be a patron of this show and get patron perks!)