The ability to speak in front of an audience is not only a competitive advantage, but also a viable profession in and of itself. There are now many different professions where public speaking is the primary focus. Why not turn your natural eloquence into a well-paying profession as a public speaker? That’s a possibility, certainly!

What are the options?

1. Motivational Speaker

People look to you for guidance because of your position as a motivational speaker. A career as a motivational speaker is unlike any other in public speaking because you not only need to hold the attention of your audience, but you are also responsible for guiding them. Communicating effectively and moving an audience to action is essential in this field. Friedrich Nietzsche says,

“All I need is a sheet of paper and something to write with, and then I can turn the world upside down.“

2. Entertainer

Everyone from actors to comedians to talk show hosts to theatre artists makes their living performing in front of an audience. Public speaking relies heavily on presentation skills, and entertainers use those skills to present themselves in unique ways for each performance. If you want to succeed as a theatre artist, you need to be able to control your emotions and impulses so that the audience feels like they are right there in the action with you. Only a talented public speaker can hold an audience’s attention and make them laugh at the same time, which is exactly what a comedian needs to do.

3. Lawyer/Legal Professional

To be successful as a lawyer, you need to be able to express yourself clearly and persuasively, even in the face of challenging audiences. One of the main responsibilities of a lawyer is to advocate for those who are unable to do so themselves. As a public speaker, you will have the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on the lives of those who have been wronged by the law. Your knowledge and experience are important, but being able to persuade the judge is what will ultimately determine the outcome.

4. Politician

Since politicians are in the public eye and under constant scrutiny, they can’t afford to be poor orators. Consider any famous politician; they all share the ability to sway and inspire the masses with persuasive discourses and stirring speeches. Politicians spend a lot of time giving speeches, whether it’s during an election campaign or during a prime-time television political debate. Your words carry weight as a policymaker and politician.

5. Teacher/Professor

People who become teachers accept the responsibility of passing on their knowledge to students. Since effective communication is crucial to teaching, this is a job that requires a lot of speaking in front of an audience. In order to succeed as a teacher, you need to be comfortable sharing your knowledge and expertise with your students.

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