Inspirational Speakers

Inspirational speakers are often confused with motivational speakers. Why? Because the difference between motivational and inspirational speakers is subtle. Motivational speakers, like Tony Robbins, encourage you to become more excited about what you do, they focus on the psychology of motivation and purpose. This leads to a change in behaviour as the motivational speaker helps people to think better, do better and be better. They are often business focused and concentrate on mindset and the how.

Inspirational speakers use their life experience and evaluate themselves frequently, passing on any useful information to their audiences. They possess strong speaking skills and help individuals make definite changes by providing them with an ideal reference, such as overcoming adversity. Inspirational speakers deliver their message with enthusiasm, creating a connection with the audience by using emotional language and have achieved a level of success by overcoming extreme setbacks. Inspirational speakers focus on our spirit and the why…. 

The inspirational speaker reminds us to look at our lives through a different lens to see where the opportunities lie. How can you take responsibility to change direction in your life? What challenges do you need to overcome? What’s the end result you need to focus on? Inspirational speakers promote self confidence, the power of determination and never giving up. They share a message of hope, how to perform at your best and provide lessons in reinventing yourself.

How can we become inspirational speakers? Through compassion, having a vision and achieving our goals.  Develop self-discipline, share solutions, become selfless. Invest in self-development, find inner peace, help others to see their strengths and opportunities. Show that you care, encourage others through your words and actions and earn people’s trust.

Interested in becoming an inspirational speaker?  Visit Picnic Point Toastmasters at 7pm every 1^st and 3rd Tuesday at Club Picnic Point – 124 Lambeth Street, Panania.   

“When you share your experiences with other people, you help take away their fears”

– Rick Warren

The Inspirational Leader

Have you ever met an inspirational leader? What made them inspirational? Chances are it wasn’t being likeable or their level of experience. An inspirational leader is driven by their “why”. This sense of purpose is what inspires employees to achieve their best.  When staff believe in what their manager believes in it creates a sense of purpose. And purpose is a key factor in motivation. A leader’s “why” demonstrates clarity, vision and values. The inspirational leader is courageous, tolerant, authentic, humble and possesses a high level of of self-awareness.

The good news is that anyone can develop these attributes. To start with, future inspirational leaders must genuinely care for others, be inclusive and involve everyone in the group, show appreciation of others efforts, demonstrate trust, listen with an open mind and create a fun work environment.

Another consideration is to evaluate your peers and circle of friends. Do they inspire you? Do they encourage you to stretch outside your current boundaries? Are you an inspiration to others? Are you doing something with your life that deserves their admiration? Consider the clutter in your life that is holding you back. Are you reliving past resentments or regrets? Do you continue to engage with negative people? Time to let go and move on.

What’s your “why”? Are you living by default, rather than designing your vision?  Finding your purpose can be as simple as reading something that matters to you. Look to your past experiences, what have you learnt that can help others? What are you grateful for? Consider volunteering or donating money to a cause that you deeply care for. Appreciating others and finding substance in what others appreciate about you strengthens relationships, which are often a source of purpose. Finding or building a community can create a sense of belonging and help you discover or strengthen your purpose.

Take time out to reflect and be thankful for what you have. Mix up your daily routine, network to meet new people, relax, switch off from social media, your phone, laptop or ipod.  Reach out to people and be inspired by the real world. Exchange ideas, skills and cultures, volunteer or reconnect with nature. Be inspired so you can inspire others.

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” John Quincy Adams, the sixth president of the United States.

Ready to become an inspirational leader?  Join us, Picnic Point Toastmasters.  We meet at 7pm every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at Club Picnic Point – 124 Lambeth Street, Panania.  Inspiration is but a meeting away….

Sources of Inspiration

Sources of inspiration can be found all around us. Consider people, like Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci and Aristotle or places like Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Lake Hillier in Western Australia or Machu Picchu in Peru. We are inspired by music, art, poetry, films, speeches…. Why? Often, these sources of inspiration reflect our personal motto which are influenced by our beliefs and values and can help us achieve our goals.

How do we find inspiration within ourselves? How can we foster it in others? We can start with our personal motto. Your perspective on life is reflected in your personal motto, and this can help you achieve your goals.  Creating a life which fulfils you can lead to personal success and happiness. When we feel inspired we feel motivated to follow through, making choices that help you to attain your long-held dreams.

Inspirational quotes like “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall” by Confucius or “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear” by Nelson Mandela remind us that inspiration is the most important leadership trait. Inspiration is the internal passion that fills us with purpose, drives our determination to succeed and infuses us with energy to continue, no matter how difficult the situation.

Why is the ability to be inspiring so important? Because this is the trait of influence. How can you influence others? By using a number of strategies that the most effective leaders use. These include having a clear vision, clear mission, and clear values. Creating achievable goals that stretch you and your team., working collaboratively, encouraging self-development, acting with integrity, using open communication, listening to and acknowledging others.

Inspiration is the first step towards change. Believing something is possible can be the catalyst that propels someone towards their goal. Your stories, ideas and visions could contain the solution to overcome some obstacles or plant the seed for a new product or service.  How can you be an inspiration to others?  By taking the first step towards your goal and setting the example.

At Picnic Point Toastmasters we are inspired to help you achieve your communication and leadership skills in our warm, friendly and supportive environment.  We meet at 7pm every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at Club Picnic Point – 124 Lambeth Street, Panania.

Where Do You Find Inspiration?

Have you ever wondered how others find inspiration? Often it’s through their life’s purpose.  What’s your mission in life? Do you have one? If not, then how do you find it?

Purpose is what motivates people to achieve their goals. Focusing on your objectives to achieve your goals can be the first step towards inspiration. But once you feel inspired you need to maintain the feeling so that you remain focused on the steps towards success.

When a goal is attached to a positive feeling the likelihood that you will achieve it is strengthened. Reflecting on your original purpose can inspire you to continue when faced with obstacles. If you find it difficult to motivate yourself then you could be looking at a shift in priorities or perhaps you have wandered off course and are not sure how to get back on track. Reflecting on why you made the initial decision to embark on your journey towards your goal may be the catalyst that steers you towards inspiration.

Taking stock of where you were, where you are now and the journey you have undertaken can be a stark reminder of how far you have come and what lessons you have learnt. Consider past wins, no matter how small. Revisit those moments. How did it make you feel? Relive the emotion, feel the sensation of satisfaction.

What impact do you want to have on the people around you? Use your life mission and purpose to form the basis of your inspiration.  When others see you are inspired and achieving it will awaken them to the possibilities.  Inspiration is what helps us to see our own capabilities with clear vision. This clear vision forms the reason behind the individual taking the necessary steps towards their goal. What precedes inspiration? An interest in new experiences, a passion for mastering something new or improving on an existing skill set.

Inspiration is something that happens to you, it’s a form of intrinsic motivation.  Where does if come from?  It starts with a belief in your own capabilities, a healthy self esteem and an optimistic outlook. Inspiration is often accompanied by creativity, leading to problem solving, innovation and accomplishment.

Preparation is key. Your mind must be prepared to be inspired. This can be be achieved through small successes. Use strategic vision to motivate you towards your desired goal. We all have dreams and ambition. Achieving them is what inspires us to take the necessary steps to succeed, to stimulate us towards personal growth and to fulfill our life’s purpose.

Have you ever been inspired by a professional speaker and wished you could be a better presenter? Or perhaps you wish to inspire others but can’t find the words…..Consider the opportunity to speak with confidence through a proven formula. At Picnic Point Toastmasters we help our members find their inspiration in a safe and supportive environment.  We meet at Club Picnic Point – 124 Lambeth Street, Panania every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 7pm.