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Why Book Megan?
Megan has nearly a decade of experience building her own freelance travel writing business, and now she’s sharing her expertise and insight on building a business, forging relationships, and achieving your own dreams. She shares real-world stories based on her own experiences that can be applied to nearly any point in your story.
Who can benefit?
Nearly anyone can benefit from Megan’s lessons and expertise, but there are four big groups that Megan focuses on with her speaking engagements:
Solo-preneurs and freelancers: Megan can speak to the triumphs and challenges of being your own boss, what it takes to build a business from the bottom up, why relationships are the most important part of any business, and how to take your business to the next level.
Public Relations professionals: Before Megan joined the world of freelance journalism, she was a public relations pro, so she knows both sides of the coin. She can speak to PR pros about building relationships with freelance writers, how to work with freelancers to benefit your clients, best practices for modern media partnerships, and more.
Journalists and fellow freelance writers: For nearly a decade, Megan has worked as a freelance travel journalist. Over the years, she has learned what it takes to bend but not break with the changes in the media industry. She can share her insights into what it takes to be a journalist, tips for growing a freelance business, and more.
Students of any age: Megan has had the honor of speaking to students about what it’s like to work in travel and what it takes to follow their own dreams. Students will walk away empowered with actionable tips for achieving their dreams and knowing more about how even small steps can lead to big changes.
Testimonials
On speaking to public relations professionals:
“Megan’s wise insights shed light on the evolving world of freelance journalism to our team of public relations professionals, offering a clear-eyed and honest perspective on both opportunities and challenges in this modern day. Her expertise was a reminder that adaptability, persistence, and strong storytelling remain the keys to our success when dealing with journalists in the ever-changing media landscape. Her delivery was concise, warm, and understandable. I highly recommend Megan to speak to your team.”
“As the 2024 President of PRSA Orlando, I had the absolute pleasure of hosting Megan duBois for our sold-out breakfast program, The Essential Freelancer’s Guide to Collaborating with Journalists. Our attendees said it was one of their favorite programs of the year—and I know why! Megan is not only an expert in her field, but she’s also an engaging, down-to-earth speaker who delivers real, actionable insights. She made complex media relationships feel approachable and gave our members the confidence to build better partnerships with freelance journalists. If you’re looking for a speaker who’s both knowledgeable and genuinely fun to learn from, Megan is it!
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