Let me guess why you're here

You've been:

Patching together a speaking strategy from free webinars, opt-ins, blogs, and YouTube videos that don't really fit what you've been called to do.

Feeling confused and overwhelmed trying to communicate your story in a way that will connect to others and make a difference in their life.

Trying to come up with the right strategies and plans to get started with little to no success.

Wishing you had a clear direction of what to do on social media and how to promote yourself without feeling like a slimy used car salesman.

Seeing all of these other people succeeding in ministry and wondering why the heck it hasn't happening for you.

Wondering deep down inside if God can REALLY use you to do something big in the kingdom.

I totally get it, sister!

The good news is, it doesn't have to be this way! And that's exactly why we're connecting here today.

But before I get ahead of myself, let me tell you why I'm here . . . 
 
I'M HERE BECAUSE:

 

  • I believe deeply in YOU. I know that sounds cliche', but hear me out. I believe that each of us has a divine assignment from God and that He calls and equips each of us to walk out that assignment - but not alone. And I believe that He intentionally weaves our lives together to create a tapestry of power and purpose here on earth for Kingdom building. And I believe that YOU are chosen for this season to do good work that was prepared in advance for you to do. And I deeply believe YOU are able.
  • I believe that it's not just your season, but it is OUR season, as women of faith. I believe God is raising up a community of fierce warriors (yep, that's us!) to take back what was stolen  - hope, healing, restoration, and reconciliation.
  • I believe that it will be the voices of women in ministry and the marketplace that will have the most profound impact on the world. Why? Because when you lift up women, you lift up families, and when you lift up families, you lift up communities, and when you lift up communities, you impact the world!
  • I believe that my assignment is to help those faith-filled voices of women to be heard. It's my divine calling to help raise up those women who are ready to be God's mouthpiece and to create a movement that will have a Kingdom impact.
  • I believe in giving back. As women invest in me, I invest in other women to help them live bigger, better and bolder lives.

Sound good? Awesome!

 

Now, back to you . . .

 

JUST IMAGINE:
 
  • Gaining freedom from your past as you finally connect the dots between your previous mess and your perfect message
 
  • Connecting with ministries, organizations and audiences who need your message the most - because let's be honest, we want to change lives, not just make change (as in dollars!)
 
  • Experiencing that unspeakable joy and fulfillment that comes from doing what you've been called to do 
 
  • Waking up each day with total clarity and direction on your story, strategy, and next steps for a sustainable speaking ministry, so that you can shake off the frustration and confusion that's been trying to keep you stuck
 
  • Transitioning from 'wanna be' speaker to a confident, comfort-zone busting, transformation-causing communicator who is making an IMPACT across the globe.

It is all possible

It's time for you to get our of your head and onto the stage. And that's exactly why I've brewed up something super special for you. It's called . . .

Speaking For Impact

The Speaking for Impact Program is designed to help new and aspiring Christian speakers craft their compelling talk, get on stage with more confidence, and transform their audience, so that they can make an IMPACT in the world.

And this virtual program is for you, if you are: passionate about the message that have to share because it will undoubtedly IMPACT lives; ready to step into the stage and shine like the diamond that you are; confident that you are called to speak on the stage and spread your message, but aren't quite sure how to get there.

 

So, let's talk about what's on the other side of your YES

Less Stress - no more guessing what you need to be doing

More Confidence - when preparing, presenting, and packaging YOU

Less Frustration - no more spinning your wheels with no progress

More Impact - on the lives of the people that you are called to serve.

 

And THAT means: the "one thing" you are meant to share because it will bring transformation, inspiration, healing, hope, and encouragement will finally reach those who have been waiting to hear it!

Missy Helderman

Working with Ilesha has been one of the most powerful things that I have done. Not only is she an extraordinary strategist and encourager, but she has an uncanny ability to speak into one’s life in such a way that it propels them towards clarity of purpose and destiny. Ilesha is passionate about women walking in destiny and flourishing, and it is that desire the clearly fuels her work. I can say with certainty that she has played a huge part in where I am today.

Missy Helderman Author + Speaker

When you join, you are going to get access to my 6 part framework for creating a sustainable speaking ministry, which will cover how to:

  • Discover the story the God put inside of you
  • Craft your signature story that is going to deeply connect you with your audience
  • Generate your first (or next) ideal speaking engagements
  • Understand just what it takes to wow your audience and the event planner
  • Create professional materials
  • Serve your audience beyond your speaking event

Here's what else you get when you join

  • INSTANT + LIFETIME ACCESS TO ALL LESSONS

    The Speaking For Impact program will walk you through each of the 6 key elements to building your speaking platform. You’ll receive worksheets, templates, and guides, in addition to the video lessons, to ensure that all the bases are covered.

  • ACCESS TO SPEAKING FOR IMPACT HOMEROOM

    A private Facebook group where you’ll be able to connect with your classmates and get support, encouragement and feedback. This is going to be a cool place to hang out with your peeps.

  • WEEKLY LIVE GROUP COACHING CALLS

    I will personally provide live group training and coaching each week of the program to walk you through each module and support you in implementation.

  • A BONUS LIBRARY CARD

    I have some amazing “guest lectures” who are presenting bonus lessons that will help you to round out your speaking, branding, and presenting needs. These lessons will be housed in the Library and are available for you to check out anytime.

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So, what's covered in each lesson?

LESSON 1: MISSION

Before you can begin to write you amazing talk, you have to first get super clear on your "why" and attack all that yucky mindset stuff that so often holds us hostage.  We're going to deal with fear, perfectionism, self-doubt, and any other "stinkin' thinkin" that you may be dealing with.

LESSON 2: MESSAGE

In Lesson 2, we'll identify your core message, what your signature talk should focus on and how to put all the pieces of your story together. I'm going to share with you the exact process I use to create powerful and compelling messages that led to a 5X increase in bookings this year.

LESSON 3: MARKET

Once you have your signature talk created, it's time to determine who specifically needs to hear it. In Lesson 3, we'll dig deep into how to identify your right audience, how to find them, and how to speak to them.

LESSON 4: MARKETING

Once you have your signature talk created, it's time to get it out into the world. In Lesson 4, you'll get crystal clear on exactly what speaking resources you need to create your brand and market yourself with ease. We'll talk website, speaker one sheets, speaker reels, etc.

LESSON 5: MESMERIZE

Here's where we put all the pieces together and teach you how to totally shine on stage. Lesson 5 is all about enhancing your stage presence, using body language powerfully, overcoming nerves, and creating pre-talk rituals.

LESSON 6: MONETIZE

I know you have a heart-based message and would probably share it for free, but I don't recommend you do that for too long. Running a business and/or ministry requires financial resources. Lesson 6 is all about how and where to get bookings, how to leverage your talks, and the number 1 question I'm asked - how to set fees.

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Check out the BONUSES!!

  • WEEKLY LIVE CALLS

    You’ll receive weekly, personal calls with me where I provide live training to our class. You will have the opportunity for Q + A and feedback.

  • LIFETIME ACCESS

    We’ll go through each lesson together each week. However, you will have access to all of the materials for as long as they exist. AND, as the program grows and new materials +/or bonuses are added, you’ll be “upgraded” automatically.

  • SPEAKING FOR IMPACT HOMEROOM

    This exclusive membership is designed to provide you with support, encouragement, feedback, and cheering on! It’s a great place to connect and work through the lessons together.

  • BEING PART OF A BIGGER PURPOSE

    One of the things that I have always been committed to is “giving back”. I believe strongly in giving back and being a positive contributor to the world. 10% of all registration fees will be donated to charity (to be shared during program).

AND . . . even more BONUSES!!!

You will also get access to my vault of trainings which cover topics such as: email marketing, branding with Canva, creating your speaker one-sheet, and hosting webinars. And if that's not enough, you'll receive many additional surprises!!

Raeh Williams

It (the training) was awesome. I love that you gave the REAL deal and tips that nobody seems to want to share. Amaze!!

Raeh Williams Business Trainer

And, a bit about me . . .

Hiya! I'm Ilesha (pronounced E-lay-sha), founder of the Women Speakers Academy and former knee knocking, palm sweating, voice shaking wanna-be speaker.

Just a few years ago, I really struggled to build my speaking platform. I knew I was supposed to start speaking; I even had an idea of what I should speak about. But I was as clueless as Stacy Dash about how to get started! There just seemed to be so much to learn and do - craft my talk, build a website, get a demo reel, market my message, find bookings, set fees, position my brand . . . the list went on and on.

I looked into getting support, but all of the successful speakers, the "gurus", were charging WAY more than I could afford as someone just starting out.  And to be totally honest, I wasn't really resonating with what they were teaching anyway. Their "strategy" involved a lot of years of making cold calls and speaking for free to build exposure.

And while giving back is steeped in my business, a girl can't eat off of exposure!

So, I blazed my own trail, honored what I knew to be true for me, and discovered a better way that actually works in a span of months, not years! And now I'm sharing my methods with you.

Still have a few questions, like . . .

Can I really do this (get on stage)?

Yep. My first talk with a knee-knocking, palm-sweating, voice-shaking experience, but I. Did. It. And you can, too. We're going to bust through the fear together. I'm going to show you how to channel that fear into confidence, authority, and a strong presence. We'll spend one complete week getting you prepared to get on stage and share the life changing message that's inside of you.

I'm new to speaking, will the Speaking for Impact help me?

Absolutely. Taking the course now will give you the firm foundation that you need to launch with success. It will shorten the learning curve (and frustration) that you would otherwise feel going it alone. You are in the right place at the right time, sister.

I'm not quite sure who my audience is or what my message should be, will this help me?

The number one thing I tell my clients who are feeling stuck is "action brings clarity." You're going to have to get out your head and start taking some steps forward. And YES! The Speaking For Impact will help you do just that. We'll work together to in Lessons 1 + 2 to help you get clear on what your core message is and who needs to hear it. But ultimately, the best way to figure it out is to get out there.

What makes this program different?

This program is different because it is based on many years of experience in the field of education, communication, and presentation. And I'm giving you the exact same steps that I have taken to increase my speaking engagements by 5X this past year. And I'm going to be with you every step of the way. I'm not going to just send you a set of videos to watch and leave you to sort through it on your own. I'll be by your side, cheering you on.

Are the calls live via phone or video?

The weekly live calls will be held via webinar format. This will allow us to go through the training slides together.

Do I have the time to take this on?

I might ask, would you prefer to spend the time researching and reading through a zillion different articles, websites, and social media groups to try and figure out what you are supposed to be doing? I didn't think so 🙂  This course is designed to be clear, concise, and actionable. And, you have lifetime access, so you've got time.

I really want to, but it's a big investment.

This question can be a bit tricky, but often (but not always) it's a symptom of something else. So, here's what I'll share with you.

Trust your gut with this one. Making an investment in yourself can feel scary. As women, we often have a really hard time with this one. So, try and identify if it's about the money or is it about spending it on you and your dreams. Take some time to think about it. We're creating a community of excited, courageous, and committed women, so only join if you KNOW it's the right fit and that now is the right time.

My goal in creating (and pricing) this program is to give you a TON of value at a price that you can easily make back after 1 or 2 paid speaking engagements. During the course, we'll have a "get booked" challenge so you could potentially make your money back before you even finish the program. And that's just one stream of income! I'm also going to teach you other ways to monetize your gifts.  So, if it is a true financial issue, you can jump in (and trust you'll make your  money back) or wait until the doors open again.

And my last thought on this is, if you're thinking this is too expensive . . . I ask, compared to what?

Lia Huber

I feel very called to what I do, and I’m at a place in my career where I’m ready to shout from the mountaintop- metaphorically speaking, anyway! Only I’ve been fuzzy on how to go about starting the whole process of cultivating a speaking platform. Ilesha’s training laid it all out. Where to find an audience, how much to charge (she holds nothing back there!), how to define your criteria, how to rock the stage. Best of all is how Ilesha encourages us not just to speak . . . but to boldly speak the message each one of us is uniquely called to speak.

Lia Huber Founder of Nourish Evolution

Why should you work with me?

Reason #1: I'm a lot like you!

We're women living full lives (we don't settle for the status quo; we break boundaries, value authentic living, have hearts of service, and know our dreams are worth fighting for)

We're dreamers (insert: hit with a million ideas a minute)

We choose ease and grace over hustle and grind (folks have got this all wrong, hustle and grind belong on the dance floor, it's not the way to live your life. We work hard but we don't grind ourselves into the ground.)

 

 

Reason #2: I've been featured in some cool places

Still not ready to say YES?

I just have one last point to make . . .

Take a moment to think, really think HARD about how much it's costing you every day that you aren't taking action.  And I'm not just talking about the financial cost - what's it costing you in terms of your dream, your destiny, your legacy?

 

I'm positive that I'll see you as part of the Speaking For Impact family!

LET'S DO THIS!

The course will officially begin again in June and will run for approximately 6 weeks. Live calls will be held weekly with the replay being uploaded (and link emailed) to all class participants within 24 hours

Because you have LIFETIME access to the course, you will be able to go through the materials at your own pace once each lesson is released.

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