Becoming a Professional Speaker
If we have a hard time finding the best in someone, maybe we need to shed more light on them. Often we are hard on ourselves like that also in that we don’t see our higher self and greatness.
To become a motivational speaker I must be relentless in this quest. Refuse to focus on the negatives!
I promise that this will transform all of our relationships. As one who makes their living in their motivational speaker career I make a conscious effort every day to look for the best in other people. Granted, for some it’s easier than others. About a year ago, I was recommending someone for a motivational speaker job and I kept praising her, “She’d be great for your next business meeting. She’s funny, she’s kind, and she’s intelligent…” The person stopped me and said, “James, she’s only that way with you.” I started thinking about her comment. Was that true? Why? Maybe it’s because I always want to find the best in others.
Maybe that’s why they’re being their best when I’m with them. This is a common message I want to give to managers and senior leadership at all the business events I speak at. Let’s find the best in others.
And while we’re at it, let’s also try to find the best in ourselves. In my Motivational Speaker Training school I overemphasize the strengths of each person and maximizing those in our training.
Become a Professional Speaker and Travel
One of the great perks of becoming a Motivational Speaker is the travel. Of course, not everyone likes travel and going to new places. I often meet people who have lived in their small town and never even left the state they grew up in.
“It’s amazing the difference a bit of sky can make.”
– Shel Silverstein
You already know that Big Sur is my first choice of mine to travel and get some inspiration for my motivational speaking career. And I’d have to say that Yosemite National Park is a close second. Winter is glorious there, but my favorite time to visit Yosemite is in early Spring (think maximum waterfalls). Another favorite is San Diego where I’ve seen ocean waves that actually glow. It’s nothing short of spellbinding. When the waves crash, they light up – almost like they’re on fire. What’s your idea of paradise? Maybe it’s your garden or a hiking trail near your home. Maybe looking up at the night sky inspires you. (I dare
anyone to look at the beauty and vastness of the night sky and remain pessimistic.)
Are you near the mountains or desert? There’s some exquisite sky-viewing in the desert. One of my friends
always heads for the desert if there’s going to be a meteor shower or a lunar eclipse. Are you lucky enough to live near water? One glimpse of the ocean and I’m like a new person. Take advantage of each opportunity to travel and visit a place that gives you wonder. Then see how your life becomes and how career in motivational speaking.