When was the last time you walked out of a keynote talk and thought, “That was incredible!” Or, “Wow, I cannot wait to try some of these ideas out at work, or at home even?”
For most people, the answer is either “never” or “I can’t remember.” It’s rare to feel truly inspired after listening to someone speak for an hour or more.
A compelling keynote speaker does more than just deliver a speech—they ignite excitement, fire up the crowd, keep everyone engaged, and leave the audience inspired and ready to take action. Trust me, this can be your next keynote talk.
So, what should you look for in a speaker to create that kind of impact? Here it is:
Expertise and Knowledge
An elite keynote speaker has knowledge and extensive experience on the topic. They are thought leaders who live and breathe what they tell their audiences.
Engaging, Entertaining, and Fun
If you want your team fired up, the speaker you hire needs to bring that same energy. Exceptional keynote speakers must be skilled communicators who can inspire an audience with relatable, relevant, and engaging stories, anecdotes, and insights.
Relevant
The world of business, leadership, and sales evolves constantly. Your keynote speaker needs to understand the business and cultural landscape in which the audience they’re talking to lives. Keynote talks are not a one-size-fits-all; your keynote needs to literally speak to your team in a relevant and relatable way.
Able to Read the Room
Every audience, industry, and event is unique, and a great keynote speaker knows how to adapt to the people in front of them. Whether it’s bringing the right energy to fire up a quiet room or delivering the perfect joke or anecdote, not every speaker can read a room and meet the audience where they are.
Inspirational
Audiences should leave a room buzzing with what they heard and learned. They should be ready to embrace and apply their new knowledge immediately.
So, I return to the original question…when was the last time you left a keynote talk inspired and ready to take action? If it’s been a while or never, let’s chat. I’m currently booking keynote talks through Q2 2025.
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Paul Bramson is renowned as a powerhouse on keynote stages and in training arenas. He is widely regarded as being one of the most impactful speakers, trainers and C-suite coaches in the world today. Paul is recognized as a leading authority and thought leader in the areas of communication, leadership and sales boasting media mentions in Forbes, Fast Company, Fortune, BuiltIn, Yahoo, and MSN. With an extensive 25-year tenure, Paul has continually ignited and empowered professionals, leaders, and teams across all echelons. His ability to captivate and engage audiences originates from an authentic zeal, unique aptitudes, and an unyielding dedication to professional and personal enhancement.