Stories Are More Important Than Facts

You instantly connect with your audience the moment you engage them in a story.

Having multiple stories and vignettes throughout your speech is like subtly putting your audience in and out of hypnotic trances. (more…)

I often resist talking about money when it comes to speaking. I just don’t want to send the wrong signal. You see, if money is the only motivation that brings us to speaking, we are doomed to fail.

There’s no doubt that there is a lot of money to be made. I’m making a of of money as a motivational speaker. But my primary motive is to make an impact. (more…)

Resist the temptation to dump your entire brain in one book. You’ll lose your reader for good. The key is to spoon-feed them your information in a structured way.

If you heed this advice, writing will become very easy for you.

What I’m trying to convey to you here is neither time, money or being a good writer is the reason why you may be hesitant to write. The only thing that’s really in your way is you. (more…)

It Isn’t About Your Impressive Background Or Education

I’m VERY serious about it. Regardless of your background or education, with little efforts, you can become an authority in your field in no time.

Let’s see, diet is one topic that has been around for hundreds of years if not thousands. I don’t think someone can come up with new concepts or ideas about it.

But do you notice how many books are written on diet? Are these authors saying anything new?  No. I think they are saying the same things in a different way. (more…)

Okay, how do you position yourself as an authority or expert in your field if there’s nothing new under the sun? Great question! And I’m glad you asked.

The key is to take an existing concept or idea and put a fresh spin on it. Help your audience see it in a different way. (more…)

What do I mean by authority? Well, it’s the art of using your stance to force people into compliance. Because you are the authority, people assume everything you say is true and they want to march on.

That’s cool! Isn’t it?

So, your job is to step on that stage with confidence, authority and a sense of “I belong here.” Say it with conviction. Challenge your audience. Rattle their cages. I don’t mean to (more…)

Authenticity Is King!

Our audiences have little tentacles all around their heads picking up our imitations and insincerities. They may not say it to us, but they can feel it.

Be yourself. That’s one of the secrets to a lasting career as a motivational keynote speaker.

Who you are is the most powerful element you can bring (more…)

5) Bring Them Hope
There’s not a powerful speech since the beginning of ages that does not have an element of hope in it. The reality is people will pay anything for hope.

Think of it this way; if you can paint a fabulous picture in my mind of how I will look and feel when I lose those 30 pounds, you can get in my wallet fast. Alright, I’m not overweight. It’s just an example. (more…)

1) Point Out The Obvious
Show them the obvious. Have you heard the saying that God is in the details? Well, your audience will most likely find their aha-moments in the details.

Pay attention to things that your audience overlooks and bring it to their attention while you’re making a point. That’s a powerful strategy.

It’s like they are heading in one direction in their minds, then you jerk their chain and completely switch their direction of thinking. Let’s look at an example; I’m going to make it up. (more…)

You Gotta Be Damn Good!

Now, I want to tell you exactly what you need in order to have a very successful career as a motivational keynote speaker.

Although it’s not the be-all-end-all, it’s one of the fundamental keys to success in the speaking business. (more…)