RS203 Dress Code for Public Speakers

11/30/20 • 0 min

Hi, it’s Robin Samora with the Fast Marketing Minute. I’m your Marketing and PR Expert here to help you grow your business and brand.

Do you ever feel a little lost about what to wear at a speaking gig, when all eyes are on you? While it varies by industry, here are some basic rules to follow.

This is a guestestimate, but I’d say dress three steps above your audience, but do it with style. If your audience will be wearing jeans and t-shirts, wear jeans and a fabulous jacket. You want to fit in, but stand out.

Remember, in most cases, your audience is there to see you and hear what you have to say. They also want to be like you, an expert on stage. So they’ll be paying attenion. Your energy will be noticed first, next your clothes, and ladies lastly your shoes, especially if you’re on a stage. Men, too. So take those stickers or price tags off the bottom of your shoes if you’re on a panel and crossing your legs — really!

Dress in something that makes you feel good, something you love, that makes you feel confident. And don’t be afraid of getting the help of a personal stylist or image consultant who understands what looks good on your body type — and is appropriate for your industry. That’s their expertise, just like you have yours, and it’s worth every penny! With so many photos or videos uploaded to social media, you want to look your best. Take my word on this one.

Me? I like wearing dresses and have a closet full. Mostly colorful, flattering, easy to clean, and I buy them when I see them, especially on sale, but not always. I have a stylist who trained me on what to buy, and I’ve made the decision to go back to her every year, because I like what she picks out and it makes a difference — in how I look and feel.

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Hi, it’s Robin Samora with the Fast Marketing Minute. I’m your Marketing and PR Expert here to help you grow your business and brand.

Do you ever feel a little lost about what to wear at a speaking gig, when all eyes are on you? While it varies by industry, here are some basic rules to follow.

This is Robin Samora with he Fast Marketing Minute.

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RS202 How Being Thankful Can Grow Your Audience

Hi, it’s Robin Samora with the Fast Marketing Minute. I’m your Marketing and PR Expert here to help you grow your business and brand.

We all know being thankful is important, but did you know that it can actually grow your audience? Here’s a simple strategy that people use all the time on social media. You thank influential people or nano-influencers in groups. I’m not talking about individually thanking each person who follows you, although that’s great too. I’m talking about publicly thanking people and brands who have a big following to pull some attention your way.

Have you recently spoken at an event or had your blog featured on a website? Thank people publicly on social media. Tag them, obviously, but be sure to take the time to research important hashtags for their industry. And don’t forget to share the link to your content. This attitude of gratitude will attract their followers — to follow you.

If this situation doesn’t apply to you, do it another way. Thank a speaker for their insight on a recent TED Talk you loved. Thank a blogger for advice that got your website to convert better. If you have someone you love following you on Instagram, thank them just for being awesome.

The power of tagging a major influencer or a micro-influencer who is well respected in your industry is huge. It gets you, your brand and your business in front of a whole new audience and in a sincerely positive way.

It may also open the doors to network with the influencers who you’re tagging. Being on an influencer’s radar can boost your like, know, trust and believability through the roof. As long as it’s done with good intention and mindfully,.

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RS204 How Many Networking Meetings is Too Many?

Hi, it’s Robin Samora with the Fast Marketing Minute. I’m your Marketing and PR Expert here to help you grow your business and brand.

As a business owner, you know how important networking is to grow your business. But, how many events do you have to go each week? 1? 5? How many is too many? What’s the right number?

First of all, think quality over quantity. You can go to 10 events in a week, but if you aren’t making connections that matter, none of them are worth your time. Vary them up and shop around, but stick with professional groups that will widen your circle of influence, build your referral network, and potentially bring in new opportunities.

Start with finding 3 or 4 of networking groups that meet your criteria. But don’t kill yourself going to every event. You’re busy. If a group meets weekly, try to hit a meeting once or twice per month, unless you’re in BNI. Theyhave their own criteria.

Personally, I’ve found the best networking happens at non-networking events. I’ve met new contacts at conferences, trainings, fundraisers, at Staples copy shop, and just recently at an Art Show. Realistically, any event you go to is a chance to meet new people who could turn into clients, serve as a mentor one day, or be an amazing addition to your team. Don’t limit yourself to events that have “networking” in the title.

One point I’d like to make is that networking isn’t just about making new contacts. It gives you a chance to refine your message and change it up according to what’s new and important. Plus, it forces you to get out of your office and your routine, and socialize with other people. To get you out of the silo.

I’m Robin Samora with the Fast Marketing Minute.