motivational speaker

Motivational speakers are hired to energize, educate and entertain audiences at corporate, association and other educational events.

They generally open a conference, presenting the keynote speech or speak at the closing general session. In either case, a motivational speaker will usually deliver a humorous, emotionally compelling (and often provocative) message. Some speakers work with their clients to prepare highly customized motivational speeches.

Motivational speeches generally last between 45 to 90 minutes and popular topics include change management, leadership and team building.

There are no formal qualifications to become a motivational speaker. Training in the basics of speaking can be obtained by joining Toastmasters and the National Speakers Association.

In addition to celebrities such as Tony Robbins and Zig-Ziglar, there is an entire motivational speaking industry. You can find motivational speakers online or use a speakers bureau.

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• US media plays up Indian PM’s Washington visit to the hilt (Part-III)

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 729
  By Smita PrakashWashington, Nov.26 (ANI): In his article for the Huffington Post, Indian-American motivational speaker and management guru Deepak Chopra, who attended the State Dinner as one the guests, says: “I never expected to see so many faces of modern India as I saw Tuesday night. The White House’s state ...
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• A life with no limb-its

  
  The Curious Diary of Mr Jam — Authority: 126
    Meet my friend Nick, who changes the lives of everyone he meets TRUE STORY. A cute young woman is driving a car. She pulls up at the traffic lights. In the next lane, a car pulls up containing a good-looking young guy. She smiles at him. He smiles at her. There is a pause while each waits for the ...
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• My New Demo Video

  
  Ed Gerety's Dream Big Blog — Authority: 104
  Yesterday my new Demo Video was uploaded to my Youtube channel and also to my new video channels on Vimeo and Viddler . Take a peek at it and please let me know what you think. My keynote speeches and leadership trainings focus on * The power of respect, responsibility courage, and integrity * The impact ...
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• Culture/Politics and Sexual Harassment

  
  FUNKY TO FABULOUS — Authority: 121
  Lastly lets look at the factors from both sides of office culture/politics. Culture/politics: (M): Know the culture and the politics of the company. This is not restricted to the formal rules, but to the informal as well. Learn from others what goes on in the office, what is okay with them, and what is not. ...
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• Respect...Sexual Harassment

  
  FUNKY TO FABULOUS — Authority: 121
  Now lets look at the factors from both sides for respect. Respect: (M): Carry yourself in a manner which builds respect. Bosses or managers who are martinets, or conversely are everyones pal do not put themselves in a place to be regarded with respect. On the one hand the tyrant builds resentment, which can be ...
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• Mrs Claus visits Santa Tim Cavender, magician, comedian & Motivational Speaker

  
  The Family Yak — Authority: 117
  Mrs Claus visits renowned Santa Claus Tim Cavender from Georgia, USA! Also a well known & honored magician, comedian & Motivational Speaker inspiring you to go after your visions, goals & Dreams! A featured 2010 Celebrate Santa Convention Workshop Presenter! Get inspired as we get up, close & personal ...
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• Sexual Harassment..Communication

  
  FUNKY TO FABULOUS — Authority: 121
  It has been said that there are at least two sides to every story. This will try to cover both sides of the sexual harassment topic. In this case there is the management side, (M), and the employee side, (E). Let us look at the factors from both sides of communication. Communication: (M): Make clear the policy ...
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• Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein Delivers Keynote: 2009 High Liability Instructor Conference

  
  Press About — Authority: 161
  The 2009 High Liability Instructor Conference just outside of Tallahassee, Florida at the Florida Public Safety Institute started the week of instruction with opening ceremonies featuring guest speaker Lt. Fort Lauderdale, FL, November 16, 2009 — Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret. is the author of several books on ...
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• Join me at the first Recruitment Juice Live event

  
  Gavin Ingham — Authority: 104
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• Phoenix Black MBA Chapter to Host Lifestyle Transformation/Entrepreneurship Event on Nov. 17

  
  phxsoul.com — Authority: 136
  “The Road from the NFL to Entrepreneurship” The Phoenix Chapter of the National Black MBA Association cordially invites you to join us November 17, 2009 at the University of Phoenix Hohokam Campus, Schafer Room, 2nd floor, 4605 E Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ. Networking and Refreshments: 6:30pm Keynote Speaker: ...
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• Veterans Day: Bless You!

  
  Heart Book Series — Authority: 115
  Veterans Day: Bless You! Today is Veterans Day. A day we most reverently thank those who have served our country with their time, their energy, and their lives. Fighting for our freedoms, and often at high cost, and life. Even though we have different words for the diagnosis, and different treatments for the ...
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• What Is The Ten Greatest Secrets To Success In Life?

  
  WSBM LLC — Authority: 130
  Everyone dreams about one day becoming successful. The definition of success for everyone, although different, can have some very close similarities. Your meaning of success may be different, but there are some things that all successful people have in common.
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• Heart of a Military Woman Book Contributors Announced!

  
  Heart Book Series — Authority: 115
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• Radio Host and Speaker Inspires Others With Words

  
  WE magazine for women — Authority: 133
  Sharmen Lane, of SharSpeaks LLC A Speaker, Author, Radio Host, Life Coach in Irvine CA    Sharmen Lane, The HOW GAL, is a Motivational Speaker, Author, and Host of Success Made Simple on WebTalkRadio and is soon to be on WOON 1240 AM out of Rhode Island.  Sharmen gives you the WOW and the HoW.  She came from ...
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• What Is The Ten Greatest Secrets To Success In Life?

  
  Naked News — Authority: 175
  Being successful is a universal thought for so many people. Everybodys description of what a success is, may not be the same, but one thing for certain is, there are some things that all successful people share.
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• Take Time to Chew!!

  
  FUNKY TO FABULOUS — Authority: 121
  How do you make the very most of your day? In a recent landmark study reserchers found that American women were far less happy than thirty years ago. Advances made in the workplace have not made many women anything less than miserable. Ill be posting some tools that can help you in making your day both more ...
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• 5 Fundamentals to Building a Business You Can be Proud of

  
  HELLO, my name is BLOG! — Authority: 463
  1. Hissing is the echo of awesomeness. Accept the fact that approximately ten percent of the people you encounter in life will not like you. Get over it. Screw the ten and stick with the ninety. Pick a side, put a stake in the ground and polarize people purposely. And remember that if everyone loves you, you’re ...
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• How To Take Advantage Of The 10 Greatest Secrets To Success

  
  Crazy People Work From Home... — Authority: 150
  Everyone dreams about one day becoming successful. The definition of success for everyone, although different, can have some very close similarities. Your meaning of success may be different, but there are some things that all successful people have in common.
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• This moment right HERE/NOW is a moment you can use to start living your ideal life. Yes, this tiny moment offers you that great power. So much so, the word MOMENT should be renamed MOMENTUM because it offers you MOMENTUM to change your life.

  
  notsalmon — Authority: 100
  It’s your choice. In this moment(um) you can: 1. think negative thoughts which repel love/joy/success. 2. think positive thoughts which lead you to love/joy/success. It’s up to you to use every moment(um) of your life wisely! - from page 223 ENOUGH DAMMIT - for more happiness tips, use this moment(um) to ...
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• Planting And Nurturing Your Contacts And Resources

  
  Wish Everyone Good Health. — Authority: 464
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