Understanding the Power of Self-Help Motivational Speakers
Self-help motivational speakers are individuals who inspire and motivate others to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. They use their personal experiences, knowledge, and expertise to help others overcome obstacles, improve their mindset, and develop the skills and habits necessary for success. Self-help motivational speakers have become increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more people seek guidance and inspiration in their personal and professional lives.
The importance of self-help motivational speakers in personal growth and development cannot be overstated. They provide a valuable source of motivation, inspiration, and guidance for individuals who are looking to improve their lives. By listening to self-help motivational speakers, individuals can gain new insights, learn new skills, and develop a more positive mindset. This can lead to increased confidence, improved relationships, and greater success in all areas of life.
The Benefits of Listening to Self-Help Motivational Speakers
There are many benefits to listening to self help motivational speakers. Here are just a few:
Boosting self-confidence and self-esteem: Self help motivational speakers can help individuals develop a more positive self-image and increase their self-confidence. By providing encouragement, support, and practical advice, they can help individuals overcome self-doubt and achieve their goals.
Overcoming fear and anxiety: Many self help motivational speakers focus on helping individuals overcome fear and anxiety. By providing strategies for managing stress and anxiety, they can help individuals feel more confident and in control.
Improving productivity and focus: Self help motivational speakers can provide valuable insights and strategies for improving productivity and focus. By teaching individuals how to prioritize their tasks, manage their time effectively, and stay focused on their goals, they can help individuals achieve more in less time.
Enhancing relationships and communication skills: Self help motivational speakers can also provide guidance on how to improve relationships and communication skills. By teaching individuals how to listen effectively, communicate clearly, and resolve conflicts, they can help individuals build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
How to Choose the Right Self-Help Motivational Speaker for You
Choosing the right self-help motivational speaker can be a daunting task. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice:
Identifying your personal goals and needs: Before choosing a self-help motivational speaker, it’s important to identify your personal goals and needs. What are you looking to achieve? What areas of your life do you want to improve? Once you have a clear understanding of your goals and needs, you can begin to look for speakers who specialize in those areas.
Researching and evaluating different speakers: Once you have identified a few potential speakers, it’s important to do your research. Look for reviews, testimonials, and videos of their speeches to get a sense of their style and approach. You may also want to reach out to others who have worked with the speaker to get their feedback.
Considering their style and approach: Different self-help motivational speakers have different styles and approaches. Some may be more energetic and charismatic, while others may be more introspective and reflective. It’s important to choose a speaker whose style and approach resonates with you and your personal goals.
The List of The Top 13 Self Help Motivational Speakers
Below is our list of the top self help motivational speakers in 2023. We have curated this list towards keynote speakers that Fortune 500 companies often hire for keynote speeches and workshops.
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Jay Shetty
- Best-selling author of Think Like a Monk
- Host of the #1 Health Podcast in the world
- Motivational speaker and corporate trainer
Jay Shetty is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, known for his inspiring talks on personal growth, mindfulness, and purpose-driven living. His best-selling book, Think Like a Monk, has helped millions of readers around the world find inner peace and clarity in their lives.
After spending several years as a monk, Jay Shetty returned to the world with a mission to help others live more fulfilling lives. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks along the way, he persevered and built a successful career as a motivational speaker and corporate trainer.
Today, Jay Shetty is recognized as one of the most influential voices in the personal development space. His podcast has been downloaded millions of times, and he has been featured in numerous publications, including Forbes and National Geographic.
If you’re looking for a speaker who can inspire your team to reach new heights of success and fulfillment, look no further than Jay Shetty. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about booking fees.
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Tara Schuster
- Best-selling author of Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies (2020) and Glow in the F*cking Dark (2023)
- Former VP of Talent and Development at Comedy Central
- Keynote speaker on self-care, mental health, and confidence
- Proudly gives tailored presentations to Jewish organizations and non-profits
Tara Schuster is a best-selling author and former VP of Talent and Development at Comedy Central. She was the executive in charge of critically acclaimed shows such as the Emmy Award-winning Key & Peele. Her works on mental health and self-care have been praised by Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Publishers Weekly, and many more publications. The New Yorker, Forbes, and InStyle have also featured contributions from Tara Schuster.
Now, Tara Schuster is a keynote speaker who combines her skills as a veteran television executive and self-care expert into transformative presentations. Fortune 100 organizations hire her to speak on the power of confidence in the face of crisis.
Tara Schuster takes pride in her Jewish faith and heritage, and she gives tailored presentations to Jewish organizations and non-profits. She earned her BFA in Literary Arts and History from Brown University. Her meteoric rise taught her the importance of self-care and self help, which she now shares with others through her speeches.
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Alex Banayan
- Youngest Bestselling Business Author in American History
- #1 International Bestseller “The Third Door”
- Forbes 30 Under 30 and Business Insider’s “Most Powerful People Under 30”
Alex Banayan is a renowned keynote speaker and leading expert in high-performance and personal development. His book, “The Third Door,” is a #1 international bestseller that has been translated into more than a dozen languages. Banayan’s work has been featured in Fortune, CNBC, Businessweek, The Washington Post, MSNBC, Fox News, and NBC News.
Banayan’s Third Door™ framework has resonated with corporate leadership teams around the world. He has presented to top leadership teams from Apple, Google, Nike, Disney, and many other leading companies. Banayan delivers both in-person keynotes and virtual presentations. His relatable message and enthusiasm on stage have made him one of the most sought-after keynote speakers in the United States.
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Mel Robbins
- Former Lawyer, CNN Analyst, and Reality TV Host
- TEDx Speaker and Bestselling Author
- Motivational Speaker and CEO of 143 Studios
Mel Robbins is a former lawyer, CNN analyst, and reality TV host who has become one of the most sought-after speakers in the world. Her TEDx talk, Stop Saying You’re Fine: Discover a More Powerful You, has gained millions of views and led to her becoming a bestselling author.
Robbins is known for her motivational speaking and has been booked for corporate and private events around the globe. She is also the co-founder and CEO of 143 Studios, a digital media company that partners with Fortune 500 brands.
In addition to her successful career as a speaker and entrepreneur, Robbins has also had a diverse career in media. She has hosted television shows such as Cox Media Group’s The Mel Robbins Show, A&E’s Monster In-Laws, and Fox’s Someone’s Gotta Go. She has also written for Success Magazine and been a commentator for CNBC.
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Errol Doebler
- Former Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent
- Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Cyber Security Expert
- Author of “The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership”
Errol Doebler is a combat veteran with over 20 years of experience as a Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent. He believes that leadership in combat is the ultimate test of consequence, where failure can result in mission failure, injury, or death. Drawing from his experiences, Doebler has become an executive coach, keynote speaker, and cyber security expert.
Doebler’s leadership process creates a common language that ensures consistency and clarity while allowing for flexibility to meet any challenge. His book, “The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership,” expands on this theory.
After graduating from the United States Naval Academy in 1991, Doebler served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela and as a Platoon Commander at SEAL Team ONE and FOUR. He later joined the FBI. There, he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI’s flagship office in New York City. Additionally, he and served as a member of the FBI’s New York SWAT Team.
In 2016, Doebler founded his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193. He has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies to small technical startups across various industries worldwide.
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AK Ikwuakor
- Google Master Faculty Trainer, Executive Coach, and Keynote Speaker
- Motivation, Self-Awareness, and Holistic Healing
- Sales, Public Speaking, Sports, and Business Coaching
AK Ikwuakor, also known as Coach AK, is a renowned executive trainer who has worked with industry leaders such as Google. His speeches cover a wide range of topics from motivation to holistic healing to business coaching. He believes that self-awareness and motivation are crucial elements for success in any field. Coach AK’s expertise extends to sales, public speaking, sports coaching, and business coaching.
Coach AK’s presentations have been described as transformative by audiences from non-profit groups to Fortune 100 companies. He has traveled to over thirty countries working with corporations, students, coaches, athletes, victims affected by terrorism, and CEOs. His philosophy challenges individuals to question their beliefs and become the best version of themselves.
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Joe Holder
- Founder of The Ocho System®
- Nike Master Trainer and Personal Trainer
- Investor and Consultant in Health and Wellness Companies
Joe Holder is a health and wellness expert who has been named one of the most influential personalities in the industry. He is the founder of The Ocho System®, an integrative wellness strategy that focuses on improving personal health through physical health.
Holder’s work is centered around making wellness culturally relevant, which has allowed him to work with various individuals and companies in the industry. He invests in health and wellness companies and consults with them as well.
As a Nike Master Trainer and personal trainer, Holder helps people achieve their fitness goals. He also serves as a health and wellness expert for Dyson, co-founder of non-profit System of Service, advisor for Hyperice, and wellness columnist for GQ. In addition, he founded Exercise Snacks by Joe Holder®.
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Robert Paylor
- Motivational Speaker and Quadriplegic Athlete
- Overcoming Adversity and Accessing Full Potential
- Inspiring Others to Conquer Challenges
Robert Paylor is a motivational speaker and quadriplegic athlete who inspires others to overcome adversity and access their full potential. His story of going from paralyzed to powerful has touched the hearts of thousands across the globe.
In 2017, Robert broke his neck during the Collegiate Rugby National Championship, leaving him unable to walk or move his hands. Despite being told he would never walk again, Robert courageously willed himself to walk across the stage at his graduation ceremony from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley.
Robert’s ultimate goal has not been recovery, but to inspire others through his journey. He believes that whether our challenges are visible or not, the approach to overcoming adversity is universal. The skills he uses to overcome quadriplegia can be used by all to optimally perform.
Robert’s speeches cover the tools he shares to go from paralyzed to performance, inspiring others to access their full potential and conquer their challenges no matter how daunting they may seem. He has spoken at events for organizations such as Intel, Samsung, Visa, and Accenture.
Book Robert Paylor for your next corporate or private event and let him motivate your group to rise above any obstacle.
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Annie Duke
- Best Selling Author, Corporate Speaker, and Consultant in Decision-Making/Behavioral Science Space
- World Series of Poker Gold Bracelet Winner
- National Bestselling Author of Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts
- Only Woman to Have Won the World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions and the NBC National Poker Heads-Up Championship
- Latest Book, Quit: The Power of Walking Away, Named One of Entrepreneur’s Best Business Books of 2022
Annie Duke is a renowned corporate speaker who combines her experience as a professional poker player with advanced thinking on decision-making. She has won more than $4 million in tournament poker and holds a World Series of Poker gold bracelet. Her first book for general audiences, Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts, became a national bestseller in 2018. Her latest book, Quit: The Power of Walking Away (2022) is one of Entrepreneur‘s best business books of the year.
As a consultant in the decision-making/behavioral science space, Annie Duke tailors her message to fit the decision-making challenges of each group she faces. Duke refines and udpates her speeches by incorporating new and fresh illustrations from popular culture, sports, politics and current events.
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Kevin Reilly
- Former NFL Linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles
- Author and Inspirational Keynote Speaker
- Oldest Known Surviving Desmoid Tumor Patient in the World
- Host of Behind The Lines
- Column Contributor for Jersey Man Magazine
Kevin Reilly is an inspirational figure who has overcome incredible obstacles in his life. As the oldest known surviving desmoid tumor patient in the world, Kevin underwent life-saving surgery that resulted in the loss of his left arm, left shoulder, and top four left ribs. Despite this setback, Kevin refused to let the disease define his life.
With over 30 years of experience as a corporate executive and a career in the NFL, Kevin has a unique ability to inspire audiences in both their personal and professional lives. He is an author and motivational speaker who shares his remarkable story of how faith, family, and fortitude kept him in the game.
Kevin hosts Behind The Lines, a sports talk-show that gives audiences an inside look at the obstacles athletes face on and off the field. The show has featured notable guests such as Vince Papale, Mike Quick, and U.S. Olympian Johnny Quinn.
In addition to his work on Behind The Lines, Kevin is also a column contributor for Jersey Man Magazine, where he often writes about his life, the lessons he’s learned, and the challenges he’s faced.
Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about booking Kevin Reilly for your corporate or private event.
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Simon T. Bailey
- Internationally Renowned Keynote Speaker, Author, Business Coach, and Entrepreneur
- Expert in Team Building, Leadership, and Creating Energy Within an Organization
- Author of Seven Books on Motivation, Entrepreneurship, and Customer Service
Simon T. Bailey is a highly sought-after keynote speaker on team building, leadership, and creating energy within an organization. With a background in the hospitality industry, Bailey’s passion for customer service and team building quickly gained notice. He earned the honor of being named Sales Director for the esteemed Disney Institute for the Walt Disney Company. Bailey is also a contributing writer for The Business Journals, writing weekly articles for them. As an entrepreneur and business coach, he has authored seven books on motivation, entrepreneurship, and customer service. Such titles include Shift Your Brilliance: Harness the Power of You, Simon T. Bailey is available to be booked for corporate and private events. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about his fees.
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Vince Papale
- Former Professional Football Player, Philadelphia Eagles
- Survivor of Colorectal Cancer
- Author and Inspirational Speaker
Vince Papale is a former professional football player who made history by becoming the oldest rookie ever in the NFL to have not played football in college. His journey to the Philadelphia Eagles at the age of 30 was so inspiring that it was turned into a movie, Invincible, starring Mark Wahlberg. But his story goes beyond sports.
His story of resilience has appeared time and time again in a variety of experiences throughout his life, making him a wonderful keynote speaker for any engagement. He uses his unique journey to inspire corporate audiences to live in the moment and remain invincible, no matter what life throws their way.
Papale’s lessons are applicable to every single person who undergoes the trials and tribulations of life. He has authored many titles such as “Be Invincible!: A Playbook for Reaching Your Full Potential“, and “The Last Laugh: Vision to Victory” to aid others on their path to success. Throughout his hardships, he grew a loving family, with his son Vinny following in his footsteps, playing as a wide receiver for the University of Delaware Blue Hens
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Diana Nyad
- Retired Professional Marathon Swimmer
- Sportscaster and Journalist for Major National Media Outlets
- Motivational Speaker on Overcoming Adversity
Diana Nyad is a retired professional marathon swimmer, best known for being the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida without the aid of a shark cage. However, her journey to success was not an easy one. Nyad was raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida by her mother and adopted father, and began swimming with the goal of becoming professional at a young age.
After several record-breaking trials in the 1970s, Diana Nyad became a prolific sportscaster and journalist for Fox Sports, ABC, the USA Network, and many other national media outlets. Her specialized knowledge and unmatched accomplishments made her the go-to resource for commentary on marathon swimming. Nyad was a weekly guest on NPR’s All Things Considered and frequently made appearances on CBS News’s Sunday Morning show.
Diana Nyad used all of her skills and knowledge to launch a career as a motivational speaker. Organizations hire Diana Nyad for her instant name recognition, inspirational story, and message of overcoming adversity.
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