You land the podcast. You step onto the stage. You deliver a powerful, passionate talk that earns you a round of applause… and then what?

If you’re not offering something—anything—beyond your words, you’re missing out on the biggest opportunity in the speaking business: converting your audience into leads, clients, and community members. This was one of the most eye-opening moments from one of our SpeakerHUB Coworking Session, and it’s a truth that many public speakers are just now realizing.

Why Applause Isn’t Enough

Applause feels great—but it doesn’t grow your business. As one of our expert hosts said:

“If all you walked away with was applause, you did it wrong.”

Every speaking engagement—whether it’s a podcast interview, a webinar, or a conference breakout—is a chance to get paid to speak beyond the stage. It’s your opportunity to move people deeper into your world and grow your speaking business with intention.

So how do you do that?

You offer something. And no, it doesn’t have to be a huge course or fancy product. It just needs to give your audience a next step.

What Can You Offer? Here Are 5 Easy Ideas

You don’t need a team, a huge audience, or weeks of work to get started. Here are five easy-to-create offers that add real value and help you grow your business:

1. Downloadable Worksheets
   A simple, actionable worksheet that ties directly into your talk—perfect for giving your listeners a “quick win.”

2. Free Guides or Mini eBooks
   Condense your expertise into a 5–10 page guide. It positions you as an expert and adds credibility fast.

3. Book Chapters or Sneak Peeks
   Share a teaser from your upcoming book (or even your outline). People love getting a preview of what’s coming.

4. Free Strategy Call or Discovery Session
   Offering a limited number of consultations builds relationships and can lead to coaching, referrals, or collaborations.

5. Lead-Generating Quiz or Self-Assessment
   Give your audience a way to self-identify their biggest challenge. This works great for coaches and educators.

Pro tip: You can use ChatGPT to help create these in minutes. In the coworking session, one speaker used ChatGPT to turn his journaling framework into a downloadable worksheet—live on the call!

From Passive to Profitable: Why It Matters

When you show up without a product or offer, you leave opportunities (and money) on the table. You’ve captured their attention—now give them a way to take the next step.

A simple download or offer helps you:

• Capture leads and emails

• Drive revenue from “free” gigs

• Build a loyal audience

• Create ongoing business growth

The best part? You don’t have to be a tech whiz or spend a fortune. You just need to start where you are, package your knowledge, and serve your audience with intention.

See It in Action (And Join Us!)

Want to see how other speakers are turning their voice into visibility—and visibility into revenue?
Watch the full SpeakerHUB Coworking Session on YouTube, where we dive into this strategy, offer live examples, and share lead-magnet ideas you can use today.

Better yet, join us live! SpeakerHUB Coworking Sessions happen Monday through Friday at 12 PM Eastern, and they're open to speakers who are serious about growth, connection, and action.
Visit SpeakerCoworking.com to grab your spot and start building momentum with a like-minded community.
 

**Don’t just speak—**strategize. Offer value. Build your brand. Grow your business.
Because the best speakers don’t just inspire.
They convert.

Watch the full Coworking Session here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-hm6V6waCs
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