10 Gigs in 10 Weeks: The 5 Mindset Shifts That Made It Happen with Dan Irvin
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Dan Irvin shares the five mindset shifts that enabled him to secure 10 paid speaking gigs in 10 weeks.
"Clarity feels slower in the beginning until confusion costs you months." Welcome back to The Speaker Lab Podcast! In this solo episode, host Dan Irvin gets candid about what it actually took to complete 10 paid speaking gigs in 10 weeks — and why none of it was accidental. This wasn't luck, and it wasn't a hot streak. It was the result of five specific mindset shifts that Dan applied deliberately to his speaking business — the same shifts he coaches Speaker Lab students on every day. From getting crystal clear on who he serves, to showing up in every client conversation as a partner rather than a performer, Dan walks you through the mental framework behind consistent, predictable bookings. Whether you're just getting started or you've been speaking for years but can't seem to find your rhythm, this episode will help you identify exactly where your business needs tightening — and what to do about it. You'll learn: Why clarity is your fastest path to speed — and what happens to your outreach when you skip it The difference between doing a lot of outreach and doing the right outreach (hint: you need volume AND targeting) Why gigs come from…
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