The Business of Self Promotion 

Before I began speaking to students, I was just a youth worker. I had no idea that the blurbs I wrote for brochures and newsletters—persuasive enough to get kids to beg their parents to sign up for activities—were actually copywriting and marketing. And when I gave presentations to parent groups, non-profits, and students in assemblies and classrooms, I never saw myself as a public speaker. I loved doing it, but I had no clue it could be a business.

I simply didn’t realize that people made a living as copywriters, marketers, trainers, and public speakers—the very same skills I had been using all along as a youth worker. Over time, I learned that these skills are valuable in any setting—whether you’re working for a corporation, a small business, a non-profit, a community organization, a school, or building your own brand as an entrepreneur.

My Journey

When I started Speak to Students, my mission was clear: get in front of high school students. After years of working with youth, I knew the speaking itself would feel natural. What I didn’t know was how to make it a profession. I wasn’t even sure where to start, but one thing was certain—if I wanted to succeed, I had to learn. So I did.

With little to no budget, I sought out free and low-cost ways to build my business. I created, marketed, scheduled, delivered, evaluated, and adapted presentations to meet ambitious goals. I developed systems to expand my audience and maximize my impact.

As I ramped up to giving three to seven presentations a day, I quickly learned what worked—and what didn’t. Within two years, I had become one of the top high school presenters in the country. My presentations resonated, my marketing materials delivered results, and I built a system to teach others what I had mastered. Soon, my Speak to Students materials were helping hundreds of high-achieving high school and college presenters succeed in their local markets and reach audiences nationwide.

Before long, I was teaching other high school and college speakers, educators, and youth marketers how to apply the Speak to Students approach—sharing insights in unforgettable places like Disney World, Las Vegas, Hawaii, and the Bahamas.

Why This Matters

We all have great ideas. But turning them into polished, professional products requires learning the right tools and technologies. Whether you want to increase your value in your current role or build your brand as a content creator, speaker, trainer, teacher, or entrepreneur, I can help you navigate the process.

At ByronWolt.com, I share strategies, techniques, and resources designed to save you time, money, and frustration—so you can present yourself and your work with confidence.

Three Focus Areas for Self-Promotion