Episode 11

Episode 11: The Art of Paid Speaking with Nona Prather

Published on: 15th December, 2025

In this episode, Nona Prather shares her journey and insights into the world of professional speaking. She discusses the importance of setting clear goals, the value of maintaining a professional image, and the nuances of paid versus free speaking engagements. Nona also highlights the significance of being flexible and serving the audience, as well as the role of books and other assets in enhancing a speaker's credibility.

Chapters

00:06:59 Introduction to Nona Prather

00:36:21 Setting Goals and Professional Image

00:34:40 Paid vs. Free Speaking Engagements

00:46:17 Flexibility and Audience Engagement

00:42:18 Books and Credibility

Loved the insights from our guest Nona Prather? Stay connected and take the next step in elevating your speaking career. Nona helps speakers turn their message into income, impact, and opportunity—and she’s just a click away.


📘 Featured Resource: 24 Ways to Get Paid to Speak — available now on Amazon in paperback and Audible. A practical guide packed with real-world strategies for getting paid to share your voice.


🔗 Connect with Nona:

Email: Nona@speakerelevation.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nona-prather-b5663010a/

Website: https://speakerelevation.com/


Reach out, explore her work, and keep the momentum going.

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