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. It’s the key...
Why So Few Speakers Ever Make It
Okay, why do so many people come and go in the speaking field? The answer is simple. They make some terrible mistakes and they never figure out what works. Fortunately, I'm about to share with you a few key concepts to help you succeed and make a lot of money in the...
Yes! You Can Make Money Speaking!
Now, I don't mean to scare you with that 90% turnover rate. As a matter of fact, you should jump for joy. Knowing that so many are quitting early in the race should confirm to you there's plenty room at the top. All you need is a little more staying power,...
To Get Paid As A Speaker You Must Have Staying Power
If you read the first post on this blog Become a Motivational Speaker, I talked about those who quite too early in the race. As you can imagine, I should be the quitter, right? Also, by all indications, the odds were stacked against me. So, how did I make it? Well, I...
What it Takes To Become A Motivational Speaker
By Rene Godefroy I have heard that the turnover rate in the speaking industry is 90%. That sounds about right to me. It may be even more. I know from experience when I started speaking, there were so many that started around the same time I did. Today, they are...
The Speaking Business Is Booming
I strongly encourage you to make some sacrifices now as far as your spending habits go. And if you are raising a family, make sure your wife or husband keeps his or her job for a while until the money starts consistently rolling in. You need the insurance for your...