What do you do if your motivational speaking business is struggling due to a lack of adaptability?

Well change is the only constant, weve all heard that, Exactly then what are you Changing in your motivational speech and in the speaking business overall. Are you aware of the latest trends, the hottest topics, the newest tools the new skills to be upgraded to be relevant. Change before yoyre forced to change, which maybe too late.

Adaptability is one of the biggest strengths of achievers in every area/field. If you already know that your business is suffering because of lack of adaptability, then you already know what is to be done. And if you are reading how to find out if you lack adaptability in your skill, here are some red flags - 1. You have a fixed set of ideas and you are rigid towards them 2. You don't like change in your environment, schedule, people around you, things. 3. You don't like feedbacks 4. Do not take more work because of fear of failure. 5. You are not open to experiments.

Acknowledge the need for change and be willing to adapt your approach, message, or offerings to meet the evolving needs of your audience and the market. Stay open-minded and flexible in your thinking, and embrace new ideas, technologies, and trends that can enhance your business.

We all understand this but a very few practice it. Diversity is the way ahead. You need to have a bouquet of dicerse products speeches, training programs, 121 coaching, books, courses to be available to stay visible and relevant.

I've navigated through a society laced with ableist attitudes that often see my capabilities through a lens of limitation rather than potential. In my journey as a motivational speaker, I've embraced feedback as a beacon guiding me through these challenges, transforming barriers into milestones. The path hasn't always been smooth; adapting my approach based on critiques required me to confront personal insecurities & societal biases. This process has been instrumental in refining my message & methods. Each piece of feedback has been a precious opportunity to enhance my connection with my audience, ensuring my experiences resonate more profoundly. Embracing our vulnerabilities & continuously seeking improvement can shatter stereotypes.

During the COVID pandemic, I painfully watched many of the OG motivational speakers fold. They became irrelevant. They failed to embrace new technologies and social media early. One of them is a friend. It took me weeks just to teach him how to set up and do virtual presentations. Yes, they are topnotch speakers. They have lots of products. But, they are not on Linkedin and other social media platforms to stay top of the mind. They are not leveraging AI. Alvin Toffler calls them the learned instead of the learners. The reality is, they are those whose shoulders I stoop upon to learn about the speaking business. I owe them a debt of gratitude. But, never be so comfortable that you are not constantly embracing new and relevant trends.

Arr, mateys! If yer ship be strugglin' to navigate the stormy seas of adaptability, it's time to hoist the Jolly Roger of innovation! ???? Don't just follow the same ol' map; chart new courses and explore uncharted ?? waters. Consider tryin' out workshops, webinars, or even virtual reality adventures to spice up yer speaking engagements. By thinkin' outside the treasure chest, ye'll keep yer audience on the edge of their seats and ensure yer business stays afloat in these turbulent times! ??

Ahoy, me hearties! Listen up, for I have a tale of networking gold to share! ???? In the vast seas of motivational speaking, the key to unlocking treasure troves of success be none other than effective networking. Seek out fellow speakers at conferences, join speaking groups on land or online, and make waves on professional social media platforms. By forging alliances with others in the trade, ye open the door to bountiful opportunities and daring collaborations. And as ye navigate these uncharted waters, ye'll gain valuable insights on how to weather the storms of change that may buffet our sails. So hoist the sails, me hearties, and let the winds of networking carry us to new horizons of success! ??

If you're relying on only one method for anything, that's a recipe for failure. Many product and service offerings = many sources of income. Don't go overboard, but do have an eye on ways to expand your opportunities.