Forget Coffee, Here’s a Story That Will Truly Wake You Up!

Happy #WinningWednesday everyone!  It’s me, Precious!  By the time you are reading this, I will already be at BMW of North America in South Carolina ready to #slaythestage!  I am beyond excited to be back by popular demand in less than 3 years!  I have been sitting here taking stock of where my 45th year on this earth has taken me and how I still get giddy about everything. Whether it’s speaking at #IMEX twice and The Smart Women Summit just a week ago in Las Vegas, to flying to Canada later this year to being hired to train organizations and companies, I am still excited and giddy!  Why?  Because NONE of this was promised!  

While others may despise my come-up story built on hardship, struggle, grit and determination, what others miss is that most if not all entrepreneurial success stories are NOT perfect stories filled with every decision being funded, always knowing the right people, and everything always working out.  That’s not my story yet MY STORY and YOURS are still VALID and POPPING!

Before I became the Precious L. Williams "RainmakingSpeaker" people know and love today, there was an insecure little girl who dreamed BIG.  And in my 40’s, those dreams came true.  I want to give you some food for thought as you and I encounter hump day today!

Forget Coffee, Here’s a Story That Will Truly Wake You Up!

Ever Been Sidelined During Big Decisions? Let's Flip The Script! 🔄

Imagine you’re at one of those big team meetings, heart pumping with brilliant ideas, ready to throw them into the ring. You’re winding up to pitch...but whoosh! The conversation zooms past you faster than a greased-up roller skater. Sound familiar? It’s like being the only one at a rock concert who doesn’t know the words to the song. Awkward, right?

Let me paint a slightly different picture. What if, at that same meeting, instead of being a wallflower, you were the headliner? The room hangs on to your every word, nodding in agreement, and - boom - your idea is the new game plan. 

This isn’t just a daydream; it can be your reality. How, you ask? Well, it’s all about mastering the art of self-advocacy through “Packaging, Positioning, and Pitching.” It sounds like a fancy dance trio, but trust me, it’s even more exciting!

Now, you might be thinking, “But Precious, I’m not planning to become a professional speaker.” Hold onto your coffee cups because here’s the kicker: these skills aren’t just for the stage. Whether you're a coach eying the next level, a consultant ready to lead, or a corporate champ aiming for that corner office, knowing how to present yourself can make or break your rise to the top.  #TrueTea

At “Rainmaking Speaker LIVE Experience,” we turn the timid into the tremendous. We transform the overlooked into the overbooked. It’s not just about speaking; it’s about sparkling in ways that get you noticed and valued, by conference organizers and event planners or even at your job, to your superiors!

Ready to change your tune from background music to chart-topping hit? Let’s hit the high notes together at “Rainmaking Speaker LIVE Experience,” happening on September 21, 2024, in New York City!  Check it out here,

http://www.rainmakingspeaker.com/  

and see yourself bloom in ways you never imagined.  Oh snap, do we have a Labor Day Special too?  Use Promo Code:  SAVE500 and get in this intimate room for $997!

Rock on, 

I am Precious L. Williams (The mic-dropping speaker trainer to make you the star of your show, at work and/or in your business!) Let's get this work!

Small Business Owners Community Conference Awards!

I am Hosting and Want to Say YOUR NAME as the Winner! Nominate or Self-Nominate by This Friday!

If you are Proud of Your Business, isn’t it Time to Get Recognized on Stage for it?  This Friday is the last day to NOMINATE or SELF Nominate for the SBOC Awards! Check out my short video on how "Awards Can Change How people, Prospects and Clients See You...For the Better:" https://youtu.be/Tv9bw2FsP6o

Why should you apply to win a Small Business Owners Community Conference Award presented by Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative? Because they REALLY Matter. They affect not only your business, your customers and your leads but they also have a positive effect on YOU.  You are being seen, heard and celebrated in a time when news is all bad! Entry Link: https://event.smallbusinesscommunity.com/24conference-awards

I have won 5 national awards this year that led to paid speaking engagements, paid training opportunities and contributed to the almost 85k miles I have flown nationally this year already!

Our emcee for the Awards program is ME, the incomparable Precious L. Williams "RainmakingSpeaker" ".

THE DEADLINE IS THIS FRIDAY! GET YOUR SELF-NOMINATION IN NOW! TODAY!

Entry Link: https://event.smallbusinesscommunity.com/24conference-awards

FREE RESOURCES for Your Business, Career, and Life

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program

I just found out about a new program that sounds like a great fit for your business. It’s the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, and it’s all about helping businesses like yours thrive. It’ll teach you digitally savvy strategies other businesses are using to get ahead.

The program includes FREE personalized content, coaching, networking and more, and all the online tools are in one place, so it’s easy to use. Here’s how it works:

You’ll answer a series of questions about your business and your specific needs and interests. Based on your answers, Verizon and its partners will personalize a learning dashboard with content to match those needs.

You’ll have access to short online “learning modules,” created by actual small business owners that are targeted to the topics most important to your business right now. My new Pitching course with Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform is debuting in the 4th Quarter this year and I am excited to partner with Verizon !

I’ve personally checked into this, and it looks like Verizon has put together a great program that can really make a difference for your business. Sign up at the link below:

https://digitalready.verizonwireless.com/?utm_source=precious-williams&utm_medium=sme&utm_campaign=digital-ready

Savvy Ladies "Power of the Ask" Podcast 

Check out our newest episode of the Savvy Ladies “Power of the Ask” Podcast with Bonnie Wan

Listen to what our latest Guest, Bonnie Wan had to say about this episode where she was featured! "Precious L. Williams "RainmakingSpeaker" and Lisa Zeiderman, Esq., CDFA, CFL , gave me a juicy one for their money-centered #PowerOfTheAsk podcast.

"MASKS OFF" was their invitation...and naked we went. When masks come off, truths fly, and real talk flows.

If you're curious about how clarity can shift your relationship with money, or you just want to hear some naked truths about power, self-worth, and confidence, tune into this episode on the following platforms!

Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eK4YaRcP

Youtube: https://lnkd.in/eyenkMam

Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eGnpCzMQ

Have a great #WisdomWednesday everyone!

Love,

Precious

P.S. Did anything in this newsletter resonate with you? Comment below and PLEASE take advantage of the FREE resources from Verizon, Savvy Ladies and nominate your business TODAY!