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How to Become a Motivational Speaker 

In Dr. J's program, you will learn how to become a motivational speaker. Topics covered in training includes the following:

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Introduction

Getting Ready

• Come Up with Speaking Topics

• Develop Your Areas of Expertise

• Create Speech Titles

• Check Out Your Competition

• Identify Your Benefits

• Know Your Target Audiences

• Brand Development 

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Speechwriting

• Hiring a Speechwriter

• Writing Your Own Speech

• Copyright

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Speaking Skills

• Traits of a Good Speaker

• How to Improve Your Skills

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Setting Up a Speaking Business

• Getting Started

• Finances

• Preparing for a Speech

• Employees and Contractors​

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Getting Hired

• Who Hires Speakers?

• A Potential Employer’s Greatest Fear

• How to Approach Employers

• Producing Demo Materials

• How to Get Employers to Approach You

• Preparing Proposals

• Rates of Pay​

Types of Employers

• Best Ways for Beginners to Break In

• Conventions, Conferences, Meetings, and Trade Shows

• Seminar and Training Companies

• Corporations, Government Agencies, and Non-Profits

• Continuing Education

• Schools and Colleges​

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Being Successful on the Job

• Ask “What Else Can I Do?”

• Sell Products

• Connect with Other Speakers

• Go the Extra Mile

• How to Present Your Own Seminars