Episode 108

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Published on:

4th Apr 2026

Expand your speaking career beyond stages with Leisa Reid

Could small shifts in your approach unlock doors you didn’t even know existed as a speaker?

Discover why, with the right mindset and consistency, speakers can unlock opportunities that transform both their business and their stage presence.

Celebrated speaker agent, Antoniette Roze and CEO of International Speaker Network, Leisa Reid explore the multifaceted world of speaking, emphasizing the importance of blending speaking for business and brand awareness.

They discuss the value of audience engagement, the necessity of experience, and the significance of seeding offers throughout a talk. The conversation highlights the journey of a speaker, the importance of clarity in messaging, and the strategies needed to navigate the speaking landscape successfully.

Antoniette and Leisa share insights into the dynamics of the speaking industry, emphasizing collaboration, persistence, and an abundance mindset. They discuss strategies for finding speaker soulmates, building trust, and leveraging relationships to enhance speaking opportunities.

They also touch on the importance of generosity in business, the role of books in establishing credibility, and the potential for business owners to unlock new opportunities through speaking engagements. Ultimately, the discussion encourages listeners to adopt a giving mindset and actively seek out partnerships that can lead to mutual success.

Learn that building a speaking career goes far beyond the stage—it’s about showing up, making an impact, and finding the opportunities that truly move the needle.

Understand that the audiences you reach, the way you show up, and the choices you make can completely change your results.

Uncover how small shifts in approach can open doors you didn’t even know existed. Every talk, every connection, and every decision is a chance to grow your influence and create real impact.

Mastering how to navigate the speaking world makes all the difference, even when the steps aren’t obvious.

Recognize that collaboration, persistence, and intentional actions often lead to breakthroughs that solo effort can’t achieve.

Also packed into this episode:

Speaking is more than the stage: Your career grows through showing up consistently, making an impact, and exploring opportunities that move the needle—not just delivering talks. Presence and intention matter just as much as performance.

Audience and presence matter: Who you reach, how you show up, and the choices you make can shape results in ways you might not expect. Every interaction holds potential to influence and connect.

Small shifts create opportunities: Even minor adjustments in approach or focus can open doors quietly but powerfully. Small, intentional actions often lead to meaningful outcomes over time.

Experience is essential: Growth comes from consistently stepping into the spotlight and learning from each talk and interaction. Every step builds clarity, confidence, and momentum for the journey ahead.

Collaboration amplifies impact: Working with others, building trust, and leaning into partnerships can create breakthroughs that solo effort alone rarely achieves. Influence grows when it’s shared and nurtured.

Consistency unlocks results: Deliberate action and persistence over time lead to opportunities, both on stage and beyond. Showing up intentionally allows momentum to build in ways that aren’t always visible immediately.

Every interaction counts: Every talk, connection, and decision carries potential. Approached with focus, intention, and awareness, even small moments can lead to lasting influence and meaningful impact.

Don’t just speak—strategize, show up, and create real impact.

Discover why showing up consistently, making an impact, and exploring the right opportunities can transform your influence and results.

🚀 Want to take your speaking career beyond the stage? Tune in now to uncover the mindset and moves top speakers use to thrive.

LEARN MORE at https://taplink.cc/1antoniette

Connect with our guest, Leisa Reid at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisareid/

https://getspeakinggigsnow.com/

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About the Podcast

SPEAKPact
Speakers, Authors, & Experts leverage SPEAKPACT to bridge the gap between their expertise and the hosts who book them. It is a stage where experts are empowered, connections are formed, and speaking careers are launched to the next level. Celebrated Speaker Agent and large-scale event producer, Antoniette Roze, brilliantly merges thought leaders in wellbeing and optimum performance with the producers who look for them. Cultivate rapport with producers and veteran speakers who share their insider secrets, insights, and strategies to catapult your voice, brand, impact, and income to the next level.
Antoniette understands the struggle of getting seen and heard in today's noisy world and how to set you above the crowd. Seize this unique opportunity to unlock your potential, share your voice, and create your legacy by taking the guesswork and “circling the mountain” out of the equation and elevating you on the direct path to your ultimate targets. Join us as we merge thought leaders in the optimum performance space with the producers who book them and the strategies that make them household names!