I have talked to speakers when I needed a beginners boost or idea starter but just got a vague answer. I wanted to know how did you do it? What things went wrong? Were you scared? Tell me about your first few times. How did you get into writing books and tapes?

I will do the best I can to accommodate you.

In school I may have been the class clown but basically I was insecure and shy. In high school I ran for student body vice president and gave a campaign speech. I talked too fast, used a controversial quote, made the audience laugh and the teachers cringe. My speech was passable, but not great. It was thrilling to be in front of all my fellow students. I don’t remember if I was nervous. Probably. I still lost the election.

The years went on and eventually I started and operated a successful quick printing company. We saw many customers every day and I must have impressed someone with my charisma.

One of my first real public speaking engagement was when someone from the local college asked if I would talk to his graduating class about future dreams. He said there would be food. I thought it would be interesting to do. I pictured an informal classroom of about 20 students with refreshments afterwards. I figured I would be done in less than 20 minutes.

That’s not what happened. It wasn’t HIS graduating class, it was THE graduating class. Big difference. I remember being dressed nicely in gray pants with a blue jacket and nice tie arriving at the room he specified. He met me there and said he would escort me to the auditorium. I wasn’t paying too much attention, thinking he had something to pick up there before we went back. We stayed there.

It was a large empty room with people starting to arrive. He directed me to the head table and said the president of the college sits here, and you sit to his right and left the room. Gasp! They must be kidding! This is big time serious stuff going on here! It’s definitely not where I’m supposed to be. I will have to explain the mistake so they can replace me.

Someone handed me a program with my name as the keynote speaker. I didn’t know even what that meant but I felt the apprehension of doom. People started coming up to me and shaking my hand on how happy they were to have me there. The other big shot dignitaries arrived, sat down and waved me to sit down in my seat so they could start serving dinner. They were waiting for me! I numbly sat down vainly looking for the person that invited me.

The room filled up, waiters started serving the dinner. It was generic chicken with some green and beige stuff. I was stuck. I realized for the first time I might actually have to come through with my speech. I grabbed my wrinkled notes out of my pocket and looked at them. I was planning on telling a story about a fellow that started out from very humbling beginnings and finally made it to the top. I would add some philosophy and personal antidotes. Altogether I had about a 20 minute presentation.

I looked at the notes then looked at the large gathering of people there. I had a tight, cold sinking feeling in my stomach. There was an iron bar twisting inside of me. I was barely breathing. I was totally uncomfortable. How did I get into this? As it was getting closer and closer to my turn I was bargaining with myself as to how much I would pay to get canceled. It was about 8:45 pm so I had plenty of time to lament in misery. I was almost faint and felt dizzy. My heart was pounding like a bass drum in my chest. I looked to see where I would fall when if I collapsed. It could not get any worse than this or so I thought. Just then the waiter picked up my dinner dishes with my prepared notes that had lightly been sitting on top and disappeared into the kitchen. I asked why is this happened to me? Was God mad at me?

I was up to mentally offering $200 cancellation incentive by the time I was finally introduced. I made it to the podium. My body was actually going into shock. I felt cold then hot. I made a choking, gurgling sound as my introduction. I took a deep breath. I couldn’t talk at all. I took another deep breath. I somehow managed a greeting to the crowd. They started cheering. I looked around to see who they were cheering. It was me. I was surprised and relaxed a little.

I started into my story and they responded as I went. I finally loosened up and became more animated in my storytelling. After awhile the story flowed by itself. I actually started enjoying myself up there being in total control of the room. I finished with "dare to live your dream" and was done. I went to sit down. What a rush of feelings! I felt electrified. People were clapping for ME! They shortly adjourned the event and people came up to me to say they enjoyed my story.

It was pure magic. I felt on top of the world. This could be fun. I survived public speaking and lived to tell about it.

Eights years later a graduating senior met me a some function and said he still remembered my inspirational speech about not giving up during tough situations. He said he remembered my words when he had low times, before bouncing back up again. How awesome to be remembered for years and be able to help someone get through life.

So there was my first experience. What would have happened if they had said they were running short of time and had to cancel me? Where would I be today?

After owning my printing company for several years I joined the National Association of Quick Printers. I went to their yearly conventions in Anaheim by Disneyland. I met other printers during my visits and bragged how flamboyant and wonderful my own shop was. I got recommended the next year to be on a panel of printers on how we solved specific problems. It was held at the Disneyland Hotel and was quite elegant. I expected maybe 150 people or so to show up as there were several other seminars people could go to at the same time. 2000 people showed up. I was up there with 5 other store owners talking about something I knew about and did OK. Not great, but OK. I was still nervous, especially the waiting time.

I remember drinking water till just before I was to speak then made a dash out of the room. They probably thought I was deserting them. I made it back, was introduced and all was fine. I concluded my speech, people clapped, and I was in heaven. I don’t know why they always put me last. They excused everyone for lunch and people came up to me with comments and appreciation. This feels great. You’re somebody! The expert! The world renown public speaker (...from Fresno....) You wish you could bask in the limelight forever. You are special from that time on. Anywhere you go people recognize you. It all becomes worth the worry and stress. I was still a relative nobody, but that didn’t matter at the time.

The next year the program director called and asked if I would be interested in doing a presentation at their next convention in New Orleans with airfare and fancy hotel paid for. It didn’t take long to say yes.

After awhile I started regularly doing presentations. They weren’t all that often as I had other obligations to attend to. Maybe a club luncheon or a presentation at the computer club. It’s funny how will do everything but what we enjoy the very most. We subconsciously avoid it like we’re saving the best for last.

I finally got my life untangled and started living, getting back to nature, writing books, connecting with fascinating people and yes, doing lots of seminars and totally enjoyable speaking engagements.

This is an unique business that doesn’t require equipment or a storefront location. Any one coming from any background with an enthusiastic story to tell has the same chance to excel.

Some speakers fly first class, are picked up and delivered to their comfortable hotels. They speak for a time then receive a handsome check. Bill Cosby speaks at the local convention and get’s $100,000 and a private jet ride.

You are the product. You don’t have to worry about being responsible for other employees. Others are hired to take care of you.

*  Get noticed, standout from the crowd

*  Better romance choices. Aren't you somebody special up there.

*  Receive recognition, credibility

*  The possibility of big money

*  Make $20,000+ for working 3 hours possible

*  Freedom. No more 8 to 5. Work when you want

*  Travel to the best places as a VIP

*  Stay in the best hotels and resorts

*  Get into expensive conventions free as a presenter

*  Get marvelous offers and opportunities

*  Get noticed and pampered

*  People offer the use of their mountain cabins, limos, preferred seats, time shares in Cancun, or private clubs

*  Get to wear fun and outrageous outfits if you want

*  Creative expression - sing, dance, music, magic, do comedy, while educating and inspiring folks.

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