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Guess what?! One of your most valuable business assets isn’t your Instagram following or your sales strategy… it’s your VOICE.
Think about it—your voice carries the power to inspire, connect, and most importantly, convert.
Imagine stepping onto a stage, delivering a message straight from your heart, and not only moving people emotionally but moving them to take action—and turning that inspiration into real revenue.
Today’s guest is a master at doing just that.
Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon has built a multimillion-dollar business using the power of speaking—not just as a way to share her message but as a strategic tool to grow, scale, and transform her business. Her journey from corporate burnout to self-made millionaire is proof that when you learn how to harness your voice, you unlock limitless potential.
Dr. Darnyelle believes that speaking isn’t just about being motivational—it’s about positioning yourself as a premium brand, attracting dream clients, and creating systems that allow you to monetize every stage you step on.
So, if you’ve ever thought, “I have something valuable to say, but I don’t know how to turn that into real business growth,” this episode is for you. Dr. Darnyelle is breaking down exactly how YOU can use speaking to elevate your authority, increase your income, and scale your business beyond what you thought possible!
Why Speaking is the Ultimate Business Growth Tool
Most entrepreneurs don’t see themselves as “speakers.” They assume speaking is reserved for the polished professionals giving TED Talks or keynotes at massive conferences.
But as Dr. Darnyelle explains, if you’ve been speaking since you were two years old, you’re already a speaker! The key is learning how to leverage your voice strategically.
Speaking is one of the fastest ways to build trust with your audience. When you take the stage—whether in-person or virtually—you have a unique opportunity to captivate people, allowing them to connect with you on a deeper level than social media ever could.
Unlike battling algorithms or crafting the perfect five-second Instagram Reel, speaking gives you an uninterrupted window of time where your audience is fully engaged.
It also immediately positions you as an authority. When people see you on stage, they view you as an expert, and that credibility leads to more opportunities, higher-paying clients, and long-term business growth.
Most importantly, speaking can drive direct sales. With the right storytelling and framework, speaking isn’t just about motivating—it’s about converting your audience into paying clients who want to work with you beyond your talk.
The Signature Story Framework: How to Tell a Powerful Story
One of the biggest challenges new speakers face is knowing how to structure their message in a way that keeps an audience engaged while also driving results.
Dr. Darnyelle shares her powerful Signature Story Framework, which consists of three defining moments:
- The Robert Frost Moment: This is the defining decision that changed everything for you. Think about a moment in your life or business when you had to make a pivotal choice that led you down a different path.
- The Sam Cooke Moment: Inspired by the song “A Change Is Gonna Come,” this is the turning point where you started doing things differently and experienced real results. What shift did you make that led to meaningful change?
- The Harriet Tubman Moment: Now that you’ve experienced transformation, how do you take what you’ve learned and use it to help others? This is where your audience sees you as the guide who can lead them to a better future.
By structuring your message around these moments, you create a compelling story that resonates deeply with your audience and inspires them to take action.
The Untapped Goldmine of Speaking Revenue
Most people think that getting paid to speak is the only way to make money from speaking. Dr. Darnyelle challenges that mindset by revealing how speaking can generate hundreds of thousands of dollars beyond keynote fees.
While getting paid to keynote is great, the real money comes from using speaking engagements as a lead-generation tool.
By showing up and delivering value, you naturally attract high-ticket clients who want to work with you. You’re also in a prime position to sell your courses, coaching programs, or services—without ever feeling salesy.
One of the most important strategies? Capturing leads from your audience.
Dr. Darnyelle emphasizes that every speaking event should be an opportunity to collect contact information and nurture potential clients. Whether through a text-to-opt-in strategy, a QR code, or a simple sign-up sheet, your goal should be to continue the relationship beyond the stage.
With the right system in place, one speaking engagement can generate business growth for months (or even years) to come. Dr. Darnyelle shares how she once made $185,000 from a single breakout session—not from a keynote fee, but from connecting with her audience, sharing her expertise, and making it easy for them to continue learning from her.
How to Get Started with Speaking (Even If You’re New to It)
If you’re ready to add speaking to your business strategy, first, identify your core message. What problem do you solve? What transformation do you create for your audience? Clarify this before anything else.
Next, craft your signature talk using the Signature Story Framework. Your talk should be structured in a way that captivates and converts, weaving storytelling with practical takeaways that keep your audience engaged.
Then, start small. You don’t need to land a massive conference gig right away. Local events, workshops, and virtual summits are great places to gain experience and build confidence. And remember, every talk—big or small—is an opportunity to refine your craft and improve.
One of the biggest mistakes speakers make is missing the opportunity to capture leads. Always offer a free resource so you can collect emails and continue the relationship with your audience. Speaking doesn’t end when you step off the stage—it’s just the beginning of building long-term connections.
Lastly, invest in learning. Speaking is a skill that can be mastered with practice and the right guidance. Dr. Darnyelle is offering a free resource to help you craft your signature talk. You can grab it at MoveToMillions.com/freebies.
Final Thoughts: Your Voice is Your Power
Speaking isn’t just about getting on a stage—it’s about using your voice to create impact, build trust, and grow your business in ways you never imagined.
Whether you dream of keynote speaking or simply want to master the art of communication, the key is to start NOW.
Your story matters. Your voice matters. And when you learn how to use it effectively, your brand, business, and bank account will never be the same!
Connect with Dr. Darnyelle on Instagram and grab her FREE Signature Talk Cheat Sheet here!
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