[stylist] Off-topic: Has anyone ever charged for speaking engagements?

[justin williams]

I would at least charge expenses with a little added in for profit.  How did
you get into this, and how can I start?s

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From: stylist-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:stylist-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Bridgit Pollpeter
Sent: Monday, October 17, 2011 11:52 AM
To: stylist at nfbnet.org
Subject: [stylist] Off-topic: Has anyone ever charged for speaking
engagements?

Hello Stylist,
 
I have a question. I've recently started booking speaking engagements. A
couple of places have compensated me for my services. Until last Thursday, I
was given a dollar amount by a group/organization that they typically give
to speakers. I was not asked about a fee. Last Thursday, though, I spoke at
a local community college and was asked what my speaking fee is. I was not
sure how to answer this. I had to be honest and state that though I have
experience speaking, I've only recently been compensated for my services.
She plans to send me a check with a standard amount the college pays
speakers, and she was a very nice lady so I suspect she'll be fair.
 
Nonetheless, since I seem to be booking more engagements, I should set a
fee, but have no clue what is appropriate. Has, or does, anyone have
experience with this? I'm no celebrity so I can't ask for exorbitant
amounts, but I want to be fair to myself as well. I thought a sliding scale
of sorts would be appropriate, but I still don't know what a good starting
point is. I'd welcome any suggestions and advice. Thanks.
 
Sincerely,
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
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