22 Motivational Speakers You Will Rock Your Next Events

Are you ready for in-person events again? We are, I'm sure!

Inc Magazine reports that 96% of event planners plan to return to in-person events in the coming year.

Their main motivation is to get people out of pandemic hibernation. Motivational speakers

We have updated our list to include speakers from the most recent marketing events and leadership conferences.

For those who are looking to inspire, a return to in-person events

It can be hard to get your motivation up to grow your career and business after two years of uncertainty from the pandemic.

Business leaders should master a skill before trying to pass it along to their employees, family members and friends.

Many people are returning to traditional or hybrid work environments, but with a higher level of anxiety and sensing the same in others.

Many of us suffer from “Zoom Fatigue,” a rare condition that is not well-known. It can be difficult to adapt to this new environment at work while remaining inspired.

Productivity is the key to success, professionally and personally.

These speakers can help you boost motivation and productivity so you have an unforgettable year. These speakers could be the catalyst your company needs to get your engines revving.

Speaking = Giving

Although I have been a top motivational speaker and a top business keynote speaker, I wanted to pass the love and share my experience with others.

People are driven to greatness by the spark that ignites them. This spark is universal and can be found in all industries.

If you are looking for someone to inspire change and connect people regardless of their circumstances, or if you simply want great content for your event you will need speakers who have universal insight and go beyond just selling products and crunching numbers.

What makes a motivational speaker great?

Speaking ability is not the same as personal success. Not only are those who are successful in business, but also those who can share their knowledge with others.

These are 10 speakers who inspire and motivate with their keynotes.

John Hall

John Hall is one of the most engaging speakers. John Hall is passionate about leaving a speech with clear takeaways and is willing to go the extra mile for that.

His speeches, which are based on his bestselling book Top of Mind cover topics such as content marketing, thought leadership and personal branding.

Ravishankar Gangdlapalli

Ravishankar Gundlapalli, author of The Art of Mentoring wants to help people reach their full potential. Ravi, founder and CEO of MentorCloud gives audiences the tools to connect with and learn from the right mentors to help them grow. Ravi is the right speaker to help your team if they are in need of guidance.

Mary Lyons

Mary Lyons is a top-1% financial industry professional. She wants to share her knowledge with audiences about a range of financial planning topics, financial investment and financial management. Her wealth of knowledge and belief in the importance of financial strategy evolution can help educate anyone.

Jaime Taets

Jaime Taets believes that leadership and a culture of change are key to any business' success. She is the CEO of Keystone Group International and specializes in identifying growth-limiting factors in your business. Jaime is an excellent speaker who can help you motivate your audience to make your business more efficient.

John Ruhlin

Today's job market is making it more important to have a company culture. John Ruhlin is an expert in this field and can help you transform your workplace into a healthy, happy environment. John Ruhlin is an author of Giftology, and he can speak on topics such as leadership and appreciation and the “referability factor”. He will captivate your audience.

Justin Donald

Justin Donald's primary goal is to help people achieve financial freedom. Justin is the author of The Lifestyle Investor. He teaches people how to create passive income to help them achieve their goals. His speeches provide simple and proven methods to increase your wealth and achieve financial freedom.

Gene Hammett

Gene Hammett, an executive coach, helps CEOs and founders to create new business growth. Gene Hammett discovered new ways to grow by studying the leadership styles of high-growth companies such as the Inc 5000. He is a best-selling author and keynote speaker. He also founded the Growth Think Tank, which was recognized by Entrepreneur.com as a top podcast for leadership.

Brittany Hodak

Brittany Hodak believes in turning customers into superfans, which will help your business grow. Her approach is straightforward, simple, and has been proven to be effective. Her speaking programs can be tailored to any audience.

Shep Hken

For a company to succeed, it is essential that they provide excellent customer service. Shepard Presentations' Chief Amazement Officer (CAO), Shep Hyken, is a customer service expert. His keynote speeches cover customer engagement, customer service and building customer loyalty. He will leave his audience with practical tools that they can use immediately. This makes him an extremely useful speaker.

Kerry Goyette

Kerry Goyette, founder of Aperio Consulting Group, is a behavioral science expert and founder of Aperio Consulting Group. She brings a unique approach in her keynote speeches. Her goal is to assist companies in building the best teams possible to achieve maximum performance. Kerry has expertise in the areas of workplace analytics, organizational growth, and leadership training, just to name a few.

Gordie Bufton

Many of us feel unfulfilled or unhappy with our work too often. Gordie Bufton is the author of Eluding Reality and The Connection Effect. He wants audiences to live in the moment. Gordie Bufton is a former addict who has become a successful entrepreneur. He offers an unique perspective that will help audiences live their best life.

Mark Lachance

Maxy Media Inc. CEO Mark Lachance is passionate about leadership development. His formula for scaling companies and organizations quickly, which is the basis of his bestselling book The Lucky Formula can prove to be very beneficial for those who are looking for ways to encourage rapid growth. Mark is an excellent speaker that you can book for your team if you need extra motivation.

Alex Demczak

Alex Demczak is the author of Thrive U. He was a former SEC quarterback with the Missouri Tigers. Alex is an inspirational communicator, trainer, facilitator, coach, and speaker who challenges schools, businesses, sports teams, non-profits, and other organizations to reach their full potential and make a positive difference. Alex is a frequent speaker and trainer who uses The Power of Positive Leadership (and The Power of a Positive Team) to inspire and motivate.

Lena Requist

Lena Requist creates leaders. She is the founder and president of Driver's Ed, an online productivity course that puts people in control of their professional lives. Lena also founded Ontraport Women in Business. This community empowers more than 300 women to get the best out of their career. Lena is a passionate speaker who shares her passion for helping others.

Tracey Grace

Tracey Grace is a strong woman. Before launching IBEX IT Business Experts in tech, Tracey managed successful sales teams for companies such as FedEx and Learning Tree. She works with organizations such as NASA and Amazon to train and implement cutting-edge technologies. While her expertise is in IT governance and change management she is a powerful authority on topics such as diversity, networking and leadership.

Chris Schembra

Chris Schembra is a rare example of a Renaissance man. At his day job as the founder of 7:47, a relationship-building dinner service, Schembra helps business leaders communicate gratitude over shared meals. Schembra is also an award-winning Broadway producer and real estate manager. He is also a marketing consultant. Schembra is an expert on personal development, gratitude, entrepreneurship, and other topics.

Mada Seghete

Mada Seghete's amazing case shows what it takes to be agile in today’s world. Mada started her career as a software engineer and has since created Branch, a deep linking platform for clients such as Yelp, Tinder, Starbucks, and Tinder. Mada shares her experiences working in various companies and how it keeps her ahead of the rest.

Andrew Thomas

Andrew Thomas is a chief architect behind SkyBell's smart home company. He has been recognized as a leading expert on the Internet of Things, and business growth in general. Andrew Thomas' greatest asset as a thinker is his unwavering honesty about what motivates people and how companies grow. Andrew is a great speaker because he makes it possible to grow professionally and personally.

Scott Stratten

Scott Stratten is revolutionizing marketing thinking Scott Stratten is a thought leader in a fractured marketing landscape. He has written five books that have been bestsellers. It can be hard to keep your eyes on the important things in a technology-driven world. Scott's unique speaking style helps people understand how to move forward in their fields.

Brian Scudamore

Brian Scudamore, a college student trying to find a way to pay tuition costs, spent $700 on a used truck. Brian built a number of well-known home service brands and turned that junk hauling service into 1-800-GOTJUNK, the largest in the world. It's no surprise that people listen to Brian when he speaks about business, perseverance, and being open to failure. Brian has shared his knowledge at events such as Fortune's Small Business Magazine's national conference, and on television shows that range from Undercover Bosss to The View.

Bob Glazer

Bob Glazer is one of the few speakers who can provide expert advice on motivating and influencing others. GlassDoor has named Bob Glazer the 2nd most successful CEO of small and medium-sized American companies. Bob is known for his ability to connect with all people on a daily basis. He has a reputation for leading a successful company. Bob's speeches can bring some human-centered thinking into your workplace.

I hope this list was helpful.

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