Episode 137 - How to get in front of decision makers who pay speakers

Episode 137 - How to get in front of decision makers who pay speakers

From Pitch Perfect by Jaimie Abbott

October 19, 2025 · 9 min

About this episode

Jaimie Abbott discusses strategies for speakers to connect with decision makers who can pay for their services.

In this episode of Pitch Perfect, Jaimie focuses on one of the biggest challenges for aspiring and established speakers alike — getting in front of the people who actually have the power (and budget) to pay. She explores how to identify and connect with the right contacts across corporate, conference, and association settings, and reveals the biggest mistakes speakers make when reaching out. Drawing on her own experience booking five-figure gigs, Jaimie shares proven strategies for building visibility, creating genuine connections, and pitching with confidence. Listeners will learn how to approach event organisers, stand out from a crowded inbox, and position themselves as a trusted professional speakers want to rebook. The episode wraps up with a practical weekly roadmap for finding, following up with, and nurturing relationships with decision makers turning cold outreach into consistent bookings. Those ready to take the next step can join Jaimie’s Paid to Speak course designed to help speakers create a signature talk that sells, pitch themselves effectively, and start landing highly paid gigs. 👉 Join now at www.jaimieabbott.com.au/paidtospeak

People in this episode

Host: Jaimie Abbott

Topics covered

  • speaking
  • decision makers
  • networking
  • visibility
  • pitching
  • professional development

Keywords

  • speakers
  • decision makers
  • networking
  • pitching
  • visibility
  • professional speakers
  • event organizers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Paid to Speak, www.jaimieabbott.com.au

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