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Motivational Charge |
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“For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” Sir Isaac Newton’s Third Law of Motion |
🤷♀️ What’s Your MOTIVATION?
Whether giving a speech, presentation, podcasting, reporting the news, interviewing a guest, or recording a voice-over… your connection with the audience is influenced by a prior moment. That MOTIVATION gives the message purpose. |
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🤺 Acknowledge React Speak Engage 🗣 Motivation is a reaction to an event that happened prior to speaking. An impactful “moment before” can fuel the action, energize the speech, add a sizzle to the words, engage, and energize audiences. Without a strong motivation to jumpstart a message… even one with excellent content… the words can easily become lifeless and uninspiring. |
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Making It M.I.N.E.® |
| In last month’s Newsletter 10 ‘Truthful Messaging’, I mentioned a four-step system I developed to quickly connect with and engage an audience. Chapter 5 of my book, There’s Money Where Your Mouth Is, explains the Making It M.I.N.E.® speaking method. S1 Ep 46-49 Real Talking Tips of my speech communication podcast, offers a way to hear and see how to incorporate this system into performances and presentations. |
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What does M.I.N.E. stand for?
M = Motivation I = Intentions N = Need E = Emotions |
MOTIVATIONAL vs. MOTIVATION
A MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER SHARES: ~ A Personal Journey ~ Acknowledges a Roadblock and How it was Overcome ~ Life Shaping Experiences ~ Trust in One’s Self ~ A Connection with the Audience
A SPEAKER’S PRE-LIFE MOTIVATION IS USED TO: ~ Kickstart the Message ~ Spring the Message Forward ~ Give the Message Purpose ~ Begin a Story Arc by Connecting with a Specific Good or Bad ‘Moment Before’ ~ Share an Opinion and Attitude ~ Attract Listener/Audience Attention |
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Take The Motivation Challenge |
Your MOTIVATION Challenge
1. In addition to intellectually saying the words in a script or speech, connect with a moment in your personal history that motivates you to speak and share your opinion.
2. Start with a visceral reaction and kinesthetic movement. Roll your eyes, nod your head, shrug your shoulders, or begin to smile as you say your first word. These reactionary movements connect with one’s history to add attitude, emotion, backstory, and opinion to the voice.
3. Make a list of the physical reactions you make when listening to a friend or colleague. Choose a movement that suits the situation. Then make that movement when you begin talking, reading a script, performing, or presenting a speech.
4. Experiment with a variety of motivations. Take note of how each movement and backstory uniquely influences the voice, attitude, and overall message. |
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MOTIVATED • MOTIVATIONALElaine Clark’s Real Talking Tips Podcast |
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 | 🗣 52 VO and Speech Communication LessonsAs a coach and educator, I understand that people learn differently. Now you can view, read, watch, move, and improve your Voice-Over, Speaking Voice, Podcast, Presentation, and Communication skills via the RealTalkingTips web, blog, and audio/video podcast platforms. Begin with Ep 1 - Identifying Your Strengths & Weaknesses - and work your way to Ep 52. For maximum benefit, practice each tip and complete each assignment before you move on to the next episode. |
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🎙️ Need a REAL Voice-Over Talent or a REEL Demo Producer? |
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@ElaineClarkVO YouTube Talent DatabaseClick the video above to hear talented voice actors and the demos that I produced for them. Casting Directors, Producers, and Talent Agents - check out this exciting free VO talent database. Contact the voice-over talent directly. Their email and website is provided at the end of each demo. Contact me for coaching and demos: elaineclarkvo.com/contact. Or, email me directly: elaineclarkvo@gmail.com.
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Check Out Elaine Clark’s Books & Apps! |
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Inspire Your Listeners to Feel & Take Action |
Incorporating motivation into a speech can transform it from a mere presentation of information into a powerful tool for inspiration, empowerment, and positive change. |
When a prior event inspired MOTIVATION is strong, it’s like a rubber band that’s been s-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-d as far as it can go. When it’s release, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. The information snaps into place and an engaging story arc begins.
Because of that resistance, the motivation inspires resilience and encourages listeners to overcome obstacles with determination and perseverance.
If you need a little help applying this technique, you can always schedule a coaching session. I’m here for you! | |
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