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Aug 2024
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109. Maximise Your Personal Brand Impact...

Jen Blandos
About this episode

Dr. Romie Mushtaq shares her insights and expertise, debunking the common misconceptions about public speaking and providing a behind-the-scenes look at the business of keynote speaking.

You will learn about the importance of owning your thought leadership, developing a clear and compelling message, and building a professional speaking business. Dr. Romie also talks about the significance of image, professionalism, and strategic planning in the keynote speaking industry.

Whether you're an aspiring keynote speaker or simply curious about the world of public speaking, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice from an industry expert.

Episode Highlights:

  • Being a professional keynote speaker is a business that requires significant time, effort, and investment.
  • Owning your thought leadership and having a clear, specific message are crucial for success.
  • Developing a professional image, including hair, makeup, and clothing, is essential.
  • Building a team and leveraging professional training and coaching can enhance your speaking skills.
  • Focusing on a specific area of expertise and continuously improving your content are key to standing out.
  • Evaluating the ROI (Return on Investment) and strategic planning are vital for managing a speaking business.
  • The speaking industry is highly competitive, and it takes time and dedication to become a sought-after keynote speaker.
  • Fluff and generic topics won't get you hired; you need to offer value and expertise to your target audience.

About This Week's Guest

With nearly 20 years of authority in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness, Dr. Romie is a leading physician on a mission to transform the brain health of companies, leaders, and organisations.

Find out more about Dr Romie at https://drromie.com/

Follow Dr Romie on Instagram at https://instagram.com/DrRomie

Follow Dr Romie on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrRomie

Take Dr Romie's free Busy Brain Score here https://drromie.com/busy-brain-test-sm/

Buy "The Busy Brain Cure" book at https://www.amazon.com/Busy-Brain-Cure-Eight-Week-Anxiety/dp/1335007113/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1695991608&sr=8-2


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