Pitch Your Potential: The Secret to Unlocking Your Career with Dr. Vicki Johnson | Ep. 81
Are you dreaming of a book deal, a keynote speech, or a fellowship but feel like those opportunities are out of reach? What if the secret to getting published and boosting your author visibility has nothing to do with your social media metrics or resume? This episode is all about reverse engineering your author marketing to get chosen for the rooms you belong in.
Join host Allison Lane and guest Dr. Vicki Johnson, author of Pitch Your Potential, as they reveal the biggest mistake authors make when pitching themselves and the mindset shift you need to make to land your dream opportunities. You'll learn how to stop comparing yourself to others, overcome imposter syndrome, and get clear on your mission so you can attract the right opportunities without guesswork.
Tune in to discover how to create a compelling vision of your future and unleash your full potential.
In this episode, Allison and Dr. Vicki discuss:
- [00:01:45] Discover the #1 mistake authors make when pitching their work.
- [00:05:00] Learn the mindset shift you need to build real authority.
- [00:09:20] Find out why you need to stop waiting for permission and create your own opportunities.
- [00:15:20] Understand how focusing on a mission, not just the opportunity, changes everything.
- [00:22:00] Get actionable tips on how to use LinkedIn to find book deals and get noticed.
Dr. Vicki Johnson, a speaker, author, and four-time fellowship winner, helps ambitious professionals secure elite opportunities by teaching persuasive communication strategies. As the founder of ProFellow and a social entrepreneur, her methods have helped her community win over $500 million in merit-based funding awards.
Resources Mentioned:
- Dr. Vicki’s Site: https://www.drvickijohnson.com
- Pro-Fellow: A platform with a free database of fellowships and fully-funded graduate programs: https://www.profellow.com/
- Dr. Vicki’s Book: Pitch Your Potential: The Formula for Winning Dream Jobs, Awards, and Elite Opportunities: https://bookshop.org/a/55773/9781394328260
- Connect with Dr. Vicki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vjohnson1
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