Motivational Speech to Influence Change
As a humorous motivational speaker one of the most requested topics I have evolves around how to get others to change. The challenge is people have to want to change, so you have to give them good reason. Part of the challenge is there is a lot of inertia working against the dynamics of change. It is […]
Motivational Speaker for Department of Human Services Spring Showcase
On April 24 & 25, 2013, I was the motivational speaker for the Department of Human Services Spring Showcase. Over 300 social service eligibility workers from across the state of North Dakota attended this event at the Seven Seas Inn in Mandan North Dakota. Eligibility workers help people in need in their community to apply for assistance. […]
Motivational Speaker Rants about Negative People
Negative people annoy me. If your going to be cranky than it’s your choice but don’t infect everyone around you with your sour disposition. I chose to keep a positive attitude. This isn’t always easy. Some days just plain suck and when i find myself wallowing, it takes work but i struggle to continue to […]
Motivational Speech Activities from an Inspirational Speaker
A motivational speech varies in length. Usually an inspirational speaker will deliver a 45 to 90 minute motivational speech. This is a limited time frame and usually involves a larger crowd, so interaction may be limited. To get the most out of your motivational speaker budget, invite your keynote speaker to also deliver a workshop or break […]
How to Sustain a Good Mood at Work you Hate
Do you ever wake up in a bad mood? Where you roll out of bed knowing that your colleagues at work expect you to be positive, upbeat and productive. Next, you groan at the thought of fighting traffic to get to a job where you are overworked, overwhelmed, and unhappy. Sound familiar? According to a Gallup […]
A Great Keynote Speaker- Should they Open or Close your Event?
People come to a conference for two reasons, the networking and the speakers. The educational content that builds an event will make or break it’s success. If you are a meeting planner on a limited budget, you may have to choose to place a great keynote speaker as an opening or a closing keynote. Below […]
What You Need to Know Before You Apply for the Job of Your Dreams
Here’s a hard truth: No matter how great you look on paper, you’re not the only highly qualified person applying for your dream job. In fact, you may not even be the most qualified. If a job is desirable, it’s going to be competitive. Standing out and impressing hiring managers takes more than simply having […]
How to Get More Millennial to Attend Events
The meeting environment has definitely evolved over the last 20 years with the next generation having lower attention spans and the preference for instant gratification. Especially with younger generations who consume online media constantly, we compete with online sources for people’s attention. Thus, meetings need to capitalize on face to face learning and networking. Some […]
Is Technology making us Rude?
Many complain about being ignored and disregarded by someone who is absorbed in their smartphone or other technology. It begs the question, does technology make us rude? Three out of Five people say someone is rude to them on social media. Studies show people are ruder online versus face to face. My thought is, technology and social […]
How to Emcee a Great Awards Ceremony
Award ceremonies are a great way to recognize people for outstanding achievement or length of service. Organizations come to rely on them to appreciate people and celebrate success. I emcee several award ceremonies a year and have seen some good ones and bad ones. If the awards are meaningful and the function is kept short, […]
