<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>

<p><strong>Top 12 Ways Consultants and Speakers Win New Business in 2026</strong><br />
ExpertClick Invites Industry Professionals to Share Proven Strategies</p>

<p>Washington, D.C. — Consultants and professional speakers looking to grow their business in 2026 are finding that traditional marketing alone is no longer enough. According to ExpertClick, the most successful experts are combining media visibility, clear positioning, and consistent follow-up to generate steady inbound opportunities.</p>

<p>As part of its ongoing outreach to members and contributors to the <em>Yearbook of Experts</em>, ExpertClick is inviting consultants and speakers to share their most effective methods for attracting clients and speaking engagements.</p>

<p>“Experts don’t get hired just because they are qualified—they get hired because they are visible, credible, and easy to contact,” said a spokesperson for ExpertClick. “We are seeing clear patterns in what works today.”</p>

<p>Based on feedback from industry professionals, the following strategies are emerging as the most effective ways to generate new business:</p>

<p><strong>1. Earn Media Exposure</strong><br />
Position yourself as a source for journalists by responding quickly to media inquiries and maintaining a media-ready profile.</p>

<p><strong>2. Repurpose Content Across Platforms</strong><br />
Turn one idea into multiple assets including press releases, blog posts, videos, and social media content.</p>

<p><strong>3. Speak Strategically—Even for Free</strong><br />
Free speaking engagements often lead to paid opportunities when paired with strong follow-up and audience engagement.</p>

<p><strong>4. Define a Clear Niche</strong><br />
Experts who focus on specific problems for specific audiences consistently outperform generalists.</p>

<p><strong>5. Create a Signature Tool or “Hook”</strong><br />
Assessments, scorecards, and checklists help convert attention into engagement.</p>

<p><strong>6. Use News Releases as Marketing Assets</strong><br />
Well-written announcements can position experts as thought leaders while driving inbound inquiries.</p>

<p><strong>7. Maintain a Professional Press Room</strong><br />
A centralized online profile with bio, topics, media clips, and contact information increases credibility and accessibility.</p>

<p><strong>8. Network in High-Value Environments</strong><br />
Conferences, industry groups, and online communities remain key sources of referrals and partnerships.</p>

<p><strong>9. Package Services into Clear Offers</strong><br />
Workshops, retainers, and structured programs are easier for clients to understand and purchase.</p>

<p><strong>10. Follow Up Consistently</strong><br />
Timely and structured follow-up remains one of the most overlooked drivers of new business.</p>

<p><strong>11. Showcase Proof and Results</strong><br />
Testimonials, case studies, and media mentions build trust and shorten the sales cycle.</p>

<p><strong>12. Build a Simple Client Funnel</strong><br />
Successful experts guide prospects from initial exposure to engagement through a clear and repeatable process.</p>

<p>ExpertClick encourages consultants and speakers to submit their own insights and success stories for possible inclusion in upcoming editions of the <em>Yearbook of Experts</em>.</p>

<p>“Many of the best ideas come directly from working professionals in the field,” the spokesperson added. “Sharing what works benefits the entire expert community.”</p>

<p>For more information or to contribute ideas, visit:<br />
https://www.ExpertClick.com</p>

<p>Media Contact:<br />
ExpertClick<br />
Email: info@expertclick.com</p>

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<p>If you’re talking about <em>real, repeatable ways</em> consultants and speakers actually get business (not just theory), the answer is a mix of visibility + credibility + access. Most people over-index on one and ignore the others.</p>

<p>Here’s a practical, field-tested breakdown you can share with your ExpertClick / Yearbook audience:</p>

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<h2>1. Be Where Journalists Are Looking (Earned Media)</h2>

<ul>
<li>Register on platforms like <strong>ExpertClick</strong> and similar directories</li>
<li>Answer media queries quickly (speed beats perfection)</li>
<li>Build a “media-ready” profile (photo, topics, sound bites)</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Why it works:</strong><br />
Media exposure builds instant credibility and drives inbound leads—especially for speakers.</p>

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<h2>2. Turn One Idea Into 10 Placements</h2>

<ul>
<li>Write one core idea → spin into:
<ul>
<li>Press release</li>
<li>LinkedIn post</li>
<li>Blog article</li>
<li>Podcast pitch</li>
<li>Short video clips</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Rule:</strong> Never create content once—repurpose aggressively.</p>

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<h2>3. Speak for Free (Strategically)</h2>

<ul>
<li>Offer free talks to:
<ul>
<li>Trade associations</li>
<li>Corporate lunch & learns</li>
<li>Virtual summits</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>But:</strong> Always capture emails + offer a next step (consult, book, workshop)</p>

<p><strong>Reality:</strong> Most paid speaking gigs come AFTER someone sees you speak.</p>

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<h2>4. Build a Signature Topic (Not “Everything”)</h2>

<p>Bad:</p>

<blockquote>
<p>“Leadership, marketing, sales, mindset…”</p>
</blockquote>

<p>Better:</p>

<blockquote>
<p>“How mid-sized law firms double referral revenue in 90 days”</p>
</blockquote>

<p><strong>Specific sells. General disappears.</strong></p>

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<h2>5. Create a “Hook” Asset</h2>

<p>Examples:</p>

<ul>
<li>“Score” (like your Navigator Score concept)</li>
<li>Quiz or assessment</li>
<li>Checklist or benchmark report</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Why it works:</strong><br />
People don’t hire “consultants”—they engage with tools and insights first.</p>

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<h2>6. Use News Releases as Lead Generators</h2>

<ul>
<li>Announce:
<ul>
<li>New research</li>
<li>Bold opinions</li>
<li>Trends</li>
<li>Contrarian takes</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

<p>Distribute via:</p>

<ul>
<li>Your own site</li>
<li>News distribution services</li>
<li>Industry outlets</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Tip:</strong> Write headlines like a journalist, not a brochure.</p>

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<h2>7. Build a Media-Friendly Press Room</h2>

<p>Include:</p>

<ul>
<li>Bio (short + long)</li>
<li>Topics</li>
<li>Past media</li>
<li>Contact info</li>
<li>Downloadable one-sheet</li>
</ul>

<p>This is where platforms like ExpertClick shine—centralizing everything.</p>

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<h2>8. Network Where Buyers Already Are</h2>

<ul>
<li>Conferences (not just speaking—attending matters)</li>
<li>LinkedIn (commenting > posting)</li>
<li>Private groups / masterminds</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Key insight:</strong><br />
Most deals come from <em>warm visibility</em>, not cold outreach.</p>

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<h2>9. Package Your Expertise</h2>

<p>Turn services into products:</p>

<ul>
<li>Workshops</li>
<li>Retainers</li>
<li>Online courses</li>
<li>VIP days</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Reason:</strong> Easier to buy → faster decisions → higher volume</p>

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<h2>10. Follow Up Like a Pro (Almost No One Does)</h2>

<ul>
<li>After a speech → send recap + offer</li>
<li>After media → share + re-engage</li>
<li>After inquiry → structured follow-up sequence</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Money is in the follow-up. Always has been.</strong></p>

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<h2>11. Collect and Use Proof</h2>

<ul>
<li>Testimonials</li>
<li>Media logos</li>
<li>Case studies</li>
<li>Before/after results</li>
</ul>

<p>Then:</p>

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<p>Put them EVERYWHERE</p>
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<h2>12. Create a Simple Funnel</h2>

<p>Example:</p>

<ol>
<li>Media mention / talk</li>
<li>Free resource (download or score)</li>
<li>Email sequence</li>
<li>Strategy call</li>
<li>Engagement</li>
</ol>

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<h2>Bottom Line</h2>

<p>Consultants and speakers don’t get business just by being “good.”<br />
They get business by being:</p>

<ul>
<li><strong>Visible</strong> (media, speaking, content)</li>
<li><strong>Credible</strong> (proof, positioning, specificity)</li>
<li><strong>Accessible</strong> (clear offers, easy next step)</li>
</ul>

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<p>If you want, I can turn this into:</p>

<ul>
<li>A <strong>press release</strong> (“Top 12 Ways Consultants & Speakers Win Clients in 2026”)</li>
<li>A <strong>Yearbook sidebar feature</strong></li>
<li>Or a <strong>survey you can send to your members</strong> to crowdsource real-world tactics (which could double as PR content)</li>
</ul>

<p>Just tell me the format.</p>
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