MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER -PASSION TO PROFESSION

Since ages, we Human being always wait for that particular time from our busy schedule to do that only activity which add a pinch of excitement and refreshment from the tight routine at houses, schools, colleges and offices. The activity which we love and enjoy doing it every day without fail, not with business mindset but for our own contentment. This unprofessional and favorite pastime activity is known as HOBBY. Life without a hobby is meaningless. Hobby makes living interesting. It gives one joy and pleasure; one does not get tired of it. It is a pastime, relaxation and leisure. It is a good way to make best use of time along with learning. Opting a particular hobby depends upon person’s own choice and interest.

Public Speaking and Motivational Speaker

Public Speaking is the process of communicating and interacting with a large group of audience, or it is an act of speaking to a large group of personalities with an intention of informing them about something. It helps you communicate directly with your target audience at a single time.

Evan Esar, An American humorist, once said that “The art of diluting a two-minute idea with a two-hour vocabulary is Public Speaking”. In today’s world everything is possible. Hobbies can be turned into career; this is what we popularly called as FROM PASSION TO PROFESSION. With public speaking as a hobby, one can become Motivational Speaker.

“A teacher educates the country with the light of his knowledge and contributes to the development of the country. A doctor contributes to the development of the country by providing medical care to the country through his hard work. An engineer contributes to the development of the country by giving progress to the country with his newly constructive ideas and deeds. But A Successful Motivational Speaker is one who on the basis of his knowledge, ideas, communication skills, confidence etc. inspires and motivates teachers, doctors, engineers to achieve their goals and also make them understand their actions towards society and contribute to the development of the country”. According to Hindu Mythology, Motivational Speakers are considered to be one of the most important personalities. Have you ever thought, who is the first Motivational Speaker of this universe? – Yes, he is none other than Lord Krishna, who uses up his skills to motivate and guide Pandavas (facing problems and injustice) in tough times. Not only Pandavas, but also other identities too enjoyed his teachings and knowledge. It is He only, who organized the first ever Motivational seminar (Kurukshetra battle ground) delivering the important life lessons to Arjuna thereby, creating the first Motivational book (Bhagwat Geeta).

Career as Motivational Speaker is regarded as Earning millions, while helping millions.

While thinking of a career as public speaker, it may sound strange that by merely speaking for few hours, one can earn in lakhs, but it’s true. Indians bestowed great respect to constructive speakers in almost all walks of life. Like any of us, Motivational Speakers are also normal human beings but they do possess certain advanced skills of speech to generate positive attitude among the masses. No one has a talent of becoming public speaker by birth but he develops it through consistent practices and right guidance. Words of Motivational Speakers have touched the lives of millions of people and stimulated them to go out and turn their dreams into reality.

How to prepare yourself and become?

There is no specific bachelor’s degree or course that one must finish in order to become a Motivational Speaker. However, degree in communication, psychology or education could be useful. Also, there is no licensed required. There is no age limit in this field. Age is just the number.

The first and the most important thing in public speaking is selecting the right topic. The intention needs to be very clear. Public speaking has a great impact only when the subject is related to all and everybody needs to be informed of the same. Choosing the right words while addressing people is also very important. Single wrong word and you are gone. As a result, no one would ever believe you and your content in future.  The key to an effective session is thorough knowledge of the topic to be discussed. Before entering into this field, little more research work needs to be done in terms of your strength and weakness and also read, watch and listen to other motivational speakers.

Communication has the separate position in the making of a good Speaker. It is the effective communication only which ensures that the message reaches the audience in its correct and desired form. It’s not the lecture session, where the duty of the Speaker ends with the end of the speech, but a powerful motivational seminar where the audience must follow what has been discussed. So, it’s not just about communication but also communication with confidence. Confidence comes with experiences and thoroughly practicing. It is this confidence only which removes the problem of stage fear and nervousness. One can reach the level of communication with confidence only by practicing.

A common personality in the path of becoming a Legend, practice his niche/strength for 10k, hours. Reading and revising the speech, multiple times, helps to build self-confidence.

It is well known fact that, “It is the dressing sense only, which creates the first blush of yours in the EYE of others”. Dressing creates a pen picture of yours in the psychology of your audience. Dressing as per the occasion definitely gives good sign and you become favorite among audience.

Since, this dream job is like working for the society, so the need to expand your society is also Important. For this promoting self and strength among the audience using social media (website, blogging, videos and mouth publicity). Interesting session is directly proportional to the engaging of the audience. It is another skill which separate a good speaker from the rest.

Body language also has key role in the making of Motivational Speaker. During conversation, the speaker needs to get connect with the audience and body language helps in achieving that. A friendly face and confident eye contact with 1 person at a time, makes audience feel important and proves their necessity for the happy ending of the session. Occasional hand gesture adds emphasize to the speech.

Qualities of a good Motivational Speaker.

Be able to motivate others and show others that things are possible by painting a picture with your words and by helping them to have a vision of their direction. Make his audience feel the power of self belief and understand their own abilities, as that is what people are hoping will become their mindset too, and you are modeling this in action. Is full of good energy, bounce in your step, empathy and a want-to-do attitude.

What do Motivational Speakers do?

Motivational speakers gives speech with an intention to inspire or motivate their audience. They might suggest new ways of thinking about things or offer practical advice about changing your behavior in ways that help you to be more successful. They are often hired to speak at events like graduations and commencements.

How and where do I start?

A good place to start would be to understand what the message is that you want to convey to your audience. Who is your audience? What is it you have to share that no one else does? Finally, create your identity on social media. Practice in front of mirrors, and record yourself and play it back. Repetition is key to get on the right track.

PASSION + PERSISTENCE = SUCCESS.