Are you sitting on a business idea or struggling to grow the one you’ve started? It might be because you're not asking enough—or not asking the right things.

In this episode of the Monetize Your Ministry Podcast, Kymone breaks down one of the most overlooked skills in business: the ability to ask. Whether you're starting out or scaling up, learning to ask for the right things at the right time can unlock your next level of clarity, opportunity, and income.

You’ll learn:

✔ How asking can fast-track your clarity and momentum

✔ Who to ask when you're stuck or uncertain

✔ Why asking for the sale is an act of service—not pressure

✔ The real reason you're not growing (and how to fix it)

🔑 “One key to not sitting on your ideas too long is to work your ask muscle.”

🎯 If you’re tired of overthinking and ready to start moving, this episode is for you.

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00:00 – The Key Most People Overlook

00:46 – Introduction & Challenge Invitation

03:11 – Why We Avoid Asking

05:22 – Reframing “No” and Rejection

06:19 – The Power of the Ask Muscle

07:22 – Give More Than You Ask

08:24 – Ask #1: Ask for Clarity

10:37 – Getting Feedback from Real People

11:52 – Ask #2: Ask for Connections

14:05 – How a Warm Introduction Led to Thousands

15:07 – Ask #3: Ask for the Sale

16:14 – Why Asking is a Sign of Respect

17:25 – Practice Asking Frequently

18:24 – Which Ask Will You Take On?

19:30 – Comment or Message with Your Next Step

20:29 – How One Ask Leads to the Next

21:06 – Final Challenge: Don’t Sit on Your Ideas

Are you trying to build a business that aligns with your passion, your season of life, and your desire to make a difference—but not sure how it all fits together?

In this episode, Kymone sits down with Toula Adu, a mom, speech-language pathologist, and professional organizer, who shares how she turned her personal passion into a business that supports women just like her—without quitting her day job.

You’ll learn:

✔ How to identify the business already inside of your life

✔ Ways to serve others with your expertise—without burnout

✔ How to create services and courses that reflect your values

If you’ve ever wondered how to grow a purpose-driven business while juggling real life, this episode will show you how to do it with confidence and clarity.

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00:00 – How Your Life, Work & Passion Can Align

00:19 – Welcome to the Monetize Your Ministry Podcast

00:47 – Meet Toula Adu

02:07 – From Speech Pathology to Organizing

03:11 – Fun Fact: Toula’s Hidden Goofy Side

04:05 – Family, Background & Life in Maryland

05:02 – Studying Abroad & Finding Perspective

06:54 – What is a Professional Organizer?

09:10 – Turning a Personal Strength into a Service

11:16 – Inspired by Marie Kondo to Start a Business

13:03 – Getting Paid for the First Time (and the Fear Around It)

15:18 – The Power of Documenting Your Work

18:19 – Why “Before” Photos Are Crucial for Impact

19:28 – How Toula Attracts New Clients Without Social Media Pressure

22:13 – How to Network in a Way That Feels Natural

23:43 – Balancing a Day Job, Business & Motherhood

26:00 – Redefining Success & Saying No to the Pressure

27:04 – Your Target Audience Might Be YOU

28:53 – Toula’s Personal Journey & Why She Cares

29:51 – Turning Service Work Into a Scalable Online Course

31:46 – Why She Chose to Focus on Pantries

34:30 – How the Market Reacted to Her New Direction

36:42 – Toula’s “Pantry Parties” & Virtual Support

37:32 – Scaling Without Sacrificing Family Time

38:10 – How to Connect with Toula

39:16 – Final Words & How to Work With Toula

Are you struggling with how to get people to sign up for your event, challenge, or program—without spending money on ads? Or maybe you’re wondering how to get people excited enough to say “yes” to what you’re offering?

In this episode, I break down exactly how I got over 50 people to register for my speaker challenge in just two weeks—without running ads!

You’ll learn:
✔ How to create curiosity and buzz before you launch
✔ The "ground game" and "air game" strategies that work
✔ How to recruit promoters to help spread the word If you want to fill your next event or offer with the right people, this episode is packed with actionable strategies you can use today!

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00:00 - Struggling to Get People to Sign Up? Here’s How I Did It
02:06 - A Look at My Speaker Challenge: What Worked & Why
03:14 - Success Stories from the Challenge
05:12 - Why Posting Alone Isn’t Enough (The Attention Problem)
07:07 - Step 1: Create Buzz & Curiosity (Stir the Pot Strategy)
10:25 - Step 2: Use Ground Game & Air Game to Drive Sign-Ups
12:26 - Going Live: Why It’s a Game-Changer for Engagement
17:15 - Step 3: Recruit Promoters to Expand Your Reach
19:59 - How I Got Others to Share My Challenge
22:55 - Asking Participants to Share: The Overlooked Strategy
23:50 - Final Recap: The 3-Step Formula for Filling Your Event
25:42 - Join the Waitlist for the Next Challenge!
26:46 - Final Encouragement: You Can Do This Too!

In this episode of the "Monetize Your Ministry" podcast, Kymone discusses strategies for building trust with potential clients when starting a new business or ministry. He explains the concept of social proof and offers practical steps for gathering testimonials to establish credibility. He suggests reaching out to past clients, obtaining character testimonials, working with clients one-on-one, and hosting free group events. Kymone emphasizes the importance of consistency in asking for testimonials and using them effectively in marketing. The episode concludes with an invitation to a free workshop on making your first $5K in 60 days.

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00:00 Introduction to Trust Building
Kymone discusses the challenge of gaining trust when starting a new business.

00:17 Welcome to the Podcast
The host welcomes listeners to the "Monetize Your Ministry" podcast.

00:21 Importance of Client Interaction
Kymone emphasizes the significance of interacting with clients for ministry.

00:45 Carmen's Return to Podcasting
Kymone expresses excitement about returning to the podcast after a break.

01:02 Building Trust with Potential Clients
Kymone explores strategies to gain trust from potential clients.

02:03 Call to Subscribe
Kymone encourages listeners to subscribe to the YouTube channel.

02:41 Free Workshop Announcement
Kymone announces a free workshop on making money without ads or a website.

04:09 Understanding Social Proof
Kymone introduces the concept of social proof and its importance.

05:03 Social Proof and Credibility
Kymone explains how social proof builds credibility and trust.

07:05 Gathering Testimonials
Kymone discusses reaching out to past clients for testimonials.

09:18 Character Testimonials
Kymone highlights the value of character testimonials for building trust.

11:26 Short Engagements for Testimonials
Kymone suggests working briefly with clients to gather testimonials.

14:23 Hosting Free Group Events
Kymone recommends hosting free events to collect testimonials.

15:13 Consistency in Asking for Testimonials
Kymone emphasizes the importance of consistently asking for testimonials.

16:30 Using Testimonials Effectively
Kymone advises on how to use testimonials in marketing efforts.

18:39 Final Workshop Reminder
Kymone reminds listeners about the upcoming free workshop.

19:28 Closing Remarks
The podcast concludes with thanks and encouragement to share the episode.

In this podcast episode, Kymone, alongside former pastor turned professional speaker Pierre Quinn, tackle common myths about paid speaking. They aim to empower aspiring speakers through a three-day pre-challenge. Kymone and Pierre debunk misconceptions such as the need for fame, the notion that it's too late or too early to start, and the belief that no one will pay for one’s expertise. They emphasize the value of unique experiences and encourage listeners to share their stories, highlighting that impactful speaking opportunities exist for everyone.

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00:00 Introduction to Day Three
Kymone and Pierre Quinn introduce the third day of the pre-challenge on debunking myths of paid speaking.

01:30 Understanding Paid Speaking
Discussion on how individuals can earn a living through paid speaking and training engagements.

03:26 Myth One: I'm Not Famous Enough
Debunking the myth that only famous people can be paid speakers; expertise matters more.

05:05 Importance of Expertise
Emphasizing that many successful speakers are not well-known but have valuable insights to share.

06:31 Myth Two: I'm Not Ready Yet
Discussion on the myth that it's too late or too early to start speaking; opportunities exist at any age.

10:00 Real-Life Examples of Speaking
Kymone shares her daughter's experience speaking at a company, illustrating that age is not a barrier.

12:12 Belief and Action
The importance of believing in oneself and taking action to pursue speaking opportunities.

14:08 Myth Three: No One Will Pay Me
Addressing the myth that personal expertise isn't valuable enough to attract paid speaking opportunities.

15:07 Impactful Speaking Beyond Big Stages
Explaining that impactful speaking can happen in small settings and does not require large audiences.

19:25 Understanding Your Experience
The need to analyze and articulate personal experiences to find speaking opportunities that align with expertise.

23:45 Introduction of Experience
Pierre discusses his work with black students in various leadership roles and the opportunity he received.

24:12 Pastoring Transition
Pierre shares his transition to full-time pastoring and how it led to a speaking opportunity.

24:26 Email Outreach Strategy
He explains his approach of sending succinct emails to secure speaking engagements.

24:59 Connecting Experiences
Pierre emphasizes how personal experiences can resonate with decision-makers in educational settings.

25:32 Compensation for Speaking
He shares the financial success of his speaking engagement, highlighting the value of his time.

25:48 Interactive Speaking Challenge
Kymone invites listeners to register for an interactive speaking challenge for coaching and feedback.

26:02 Valuing Personal Experiences
Discussion on the importance of sharing personal experiences alongside professional expertise.

26:59 Finding Relevant Experiences
Speakers encourage listeners to identify and value their unique experiences and stories.

27:41 Themes and Connections
Pierre discusses the importance of recognizing themes in diverse experiences for effective communication.

29:11 Understanding Transition
He explains the difference between change and transition, focusing on psychological adjustments people make.

29:55 Marketplace Relevance
Discussion on how personal experiences can help others navigate transitions in the workplace.

30:12 Emotional Regulation Talk
Kymone highlights the value of emotional regulation talks in both church and marketplace settings.

30:47 Mindset and Messaging
Pierre stresses the need for a proper mindset and effective messaging in the speaking challenge.

31:15 Investment in Self
Kymone encourages listeners to invest in themselves by signing up for the speaking challenge.

32:03 Connecting Beyond Comfort Zones
Pierre motivates listeners to step out of their comfort zones to connect with others meaningfully.

In this podcast episode, Kymone, alongside former pastor turned professional speaker Pierre Quinn, debunks common myths about paid speaking. They challenge the beliefs that one must be famous or that the market is too saturated for new speakers. Emphasizing the value of unique experiences and insights, they encourage listeners to pursue speaking opportunities. They also discuss the importance of taking action despite feeling unprepared. The episode promotes an upcoming speaking challenge designed to help participants transition their ministry into the marketplace.

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00:00 Introduction to the Episode
Kymone introduces the session and himself as a business coach and minister.

00:22 Pierre's Introduction
Pierre Quinn introduces himself as a former pastor turned professional speaker.

00:35 Casual Banter
Discussion about sports and engaging the audience before diving into the main topic.

01:08 Clarifying the Session Purpose
Kymone explains the focus on debunking myths of paid speaking and invites audience participation.

02:36 Speaking Challenge Announcement
Pierre encourages listeners to sign up for the speaking challenge to transition ministry into the marketplace.

03:32 Recap of Myth #1
Discussion of the first myth: "I'm not famous enough" to be a paid speaker.

04:18 Reasons for Hiring Speakers
Pierre outlines three reasons why people hire professional speakers, emphasizing unique insights.

06:25 Finding Your Unique Perspective
Discussion on how personal experiences can align with organizational needs for speaking opportunities.

08:08 Example of Experience Application
Pierre shares his background in ministry and how it translates into marketable speaking skills.

10:43 Transition to Myth #2
Kymone introduces the second myth: "I'm not ready yet" to start speaking.

11:04 Market Saturation Myth
Discussion on the misconception that the speaking market is too saturated for new speakers.

15:00 Diverse Market Opportunities
Pierre explains that organizations seek variety and fresh perspectives, debunking saturation fears.

17:59 Perception and Awareness
Discussion on how personal interests shape perception, affecting the awareness of speaking opportunities.

19:17 Debunking Attention Hijacking
Discussion on how social media captures attention and the effects on personal beliefs and values.

20:10 Myth of Market Saturation
Addressing the misconception that the speaking market is too crowded for new entrants.

21:21 Myth of Fame Requirement
Exploring the belief that one must be famous to succeed in paid speaking engagements.

22:07 Myth of Readiness
Debunking the idea that one must be fully prepared before starting a speaking career.

23:20 Action Over Preparation
Emphasizing the importance of taking action rather than waiting for perfect conditions.

23:49 Financial Barriers
Discussing the misconception that financial resources are necessary before starting a speaking business.
24:25 Starting Small
Sharing personal anecdotes about beginning with minimal resources and evolving over time.

28:23 The Importance of Authenticity
Highlighting the need for speakers to present themselves truthfully and avoid exaggeration.

30:13 Challenge Promotion
Details about an upcoming speaking challenge and the urgency to register early.

31:28 Fear of Opinions
Discussing how fear of judgment from others can hinder personal growth and opportunities.

32:22 Overcoming Timing Myths
Exploring the myths surrounding the right timing to start a speaking career.

37:12 Encouragement to Start
Reiterating the message that taking action is crucial, regardless of perceived readiness or timing.

38:45 Myth Sharing Announcement
Kymone announces a live session to discuss myth number three about paid speaking.

39:10 Challenge Mention
Pierre refers to the speaking challenge and engages with Washington Commanders fans.

39:18 Common Myths Discussion
Kymone and Pierre highlight common myths about not being famous enough and feeling unprepared.

39:28 Encouragement to Overcome Doubts
They stress the importance of not talking oneself out of success and invite listeners back tomorrow.

In this episode of Monetize Your Ministry Podcast, Kymone and leadership coach Pierre Quinn debunk myths about paid speaking, particularly for those in ministry. Kymone, with 15 years in pastoral roles and six years in entrepreneurship, and Pierre, who transitioned from pastoral ministry and teaching communication to full-time speaking in 2019, emphasize that fame is not required to succeed as a paid speaker. They highlight the importance of valuable insights that meet organizational needs. The episode encourages listeners to recognize their unique expertise and invest in developing their speaking skills to effectively connect with and engage audiences.

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00:00 Welcome to Monetize Your Ministry Podcast
Introduction to the podcast and the speakers, Kymone and Pierre.

00:44 Football Game Discussion
Speakers discuss why they chose to be present rather than watching a football game.

01:31 Introduction of Speakers
Kymone introduces himself and shares his background in business and pastoral ministry.

03:07 Pierre's Background
Pierre shares his journey from pastoral ministry to professional speaking.

04:23 Transition to Professional Speaking
Discussion on how Pierre transitioned from pastoral ministry to full-time speaking.

04:29 Myth of Paid Speaking
Kymone discusses the misconception that professional speaking is only for the famous.

05:01 Understanding Professional Speaking
Pierre emphasizes the importance of being paid for speaking engagements.

06:25 Challenging the Honorarium Myth
Discussion on the limitations of relying solely on honorariums in ministry.

08:16 Myth Number One: Fame
Introduction to myth number one: the belief that one must be famous to be a speaker.

10:18 Booking Reasons for Speakers
Pierre outlines three reasons why people book professional speakers.

13:02 Intersection of Insight and Need
The importance of having valuable insights that meet organizational needs.

14:13 Finding Your Intersection
Kymone asks how to determine one's expertise and its relevance outside ministry.

15:18 John Maxwell Example
Pierre shares how John Maxwell transitioned from ministry to business speaking.

18:39 Packaging the Message
Discussion on the importance of framing and presenting messages for different audiences.

19:39 Introduction to Speaking Challenge
Kymone introduces the upcoming speaking challenge for ministry leaders to transition into the marketplace.

20:21 Audience Engagement and Attention
Discussion on how speakers can engage audiences and the importance of connecting with the right listeners.

22:25 Improving Communication Skills
Pierre emphasizes practice and recording oneself as key methods to enhance communication abilities.

24:35 Marketplace Expectations
The difference between applause and invitations as indicators of success in the speaking marketplace.

25:47 Finding Your Expertise
Exploration of how to identify areas of expertise that meet market needs for effective speaking.

27:07 Monetary Value of Speaking
Pierre shares his experience of earning significant income through speaking engagements.

28:09 Upcoming Speaking Challenge Details
Information about the three-day speaking challenge aimed at helping participants monetize their expertise.

29:27 Debunking Myths About Speaking
Discussion on the misconception that personal life experiences are necessary to succeed as a speaker.

31:05 Strategic Storytelling
Importance of tailoring personal narratives to meet audience needs rather than focusing solely on personal experiences.

32:12 Conclusion and Next Steps
Wrap-up of the first myth debunked and a teaser for the next episode, encouraging registration for the challenge.