Inspirational speakers use their life experiences and knowledge to talk with others and motivate them to take action or change their lives. They can have practically any background. For example, speakers might be experts in their field, have survived diseases, have experienced significant life challenges, or be living with disabilities.

The demand for an inspirational speaker’s presentations is highly dependent upon factors like the subject matter, popular interest in the field, the speaking ability of the individual, and their experience as a speaker. The potential for income is high, but getting started as an inspirational speaker can be uniquely difficult.

In addition to being able to speak clearly, inspirational speakers need knowledge of their audiences’ needs. They must be capable of keeping audiences engaged, familiar with speech techniques for staying on point, and comfortable answering questions. They also must have good stage presence and be able to use reasonable arguments and capable of remaining energetic during meetings.