"Speech is power, speech is to persuade, to convert, to compel."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Motivational speakers inspire individuals to pursue their passion and unlock their true potential. Their importance extends across numerous professional and personal development elements, making them a great resource in today's modern era. Motivational speakers offer individuals a unique perspective on achieving prosperity and success. By sharing their journey, failures, triumphs, and life experiences, they connect with their audience on an emotional level. By doing so, they showcase that success is achievable, even if numerous challenges are on the way.
Additionally, motivational speakers assist people in setting and achieving their objectives. They provide their audience with tips for self-improvement, time management, personal growth, and actionable strategies. Simplifying complicated concepts into manageable steps makes the journey to success seem more manageable. In addition, these speakers instill a sense of self-belief and confidence in an individual. Motivational speakers emphasize self-esteem and a positive mindset, teaching people to overcome fear and self-doubt. This increased self-confidence can result in improved productivity and life satisfaction.
In the professional setting, motivational speakers are instrumental in improving employee performance and morale. They can create a positive company culture, boost enthusiasm, and reinvigorate teams. By addressing topics like resilience, leadership, and teamwork, they contribute to creating an engaged and motivated workforce. Moreover, they represent a variety of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds, which can attract a bigger crowd. This diversity can motivate and encourage individuals from various walks of life, making motivational speaking an excellent asset for social change and inclusivity.
One such inspiring, entertaining, and educational speaker is J Thomas Smith, who has been sharing his valuable insights and captivating stories with the general public since the start of his professional career. Smith achieved a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Vermont College of Norwich University (1986-1988), followed by a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies/Communications from the University of the State of New York (1987-1988). His academic journey continued with a Ph.D. in Behavioral Science from Universidad de San Jose (1992-1995) and a Juris Doctorate from Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law (1997-1999). His diverse licenses and certifications include LPC, LMFT, LCCA, LCDC, ADC III Diplomate, ACS, ICRC, NBCC, CCMHC, MAC, and NCAC.
To motivate individuals and to share his valuable knowledge and insights with society, Dr. Smith has written numerous books like Black Radio: An American History (2023), My Laws of Success: Making Your Dreams Reality (2020), My Laws of Success Goals Planner (2020), The Secret to a New Life (2011), to name a few. He is featured in The Community Project: Celebrating 365 Days of Gratitude 2024. He co-authors a motivational book with the legendary Les Brown, which will be released mid-2024. Manifesting: The Art and Science of Living Your Dream Life will also be released in 2024.
Besides being a motivational speaker and author, J Thomas Smith is an Attorney, professional counselor, and radio broadcaster. As a Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts, he served ten years at The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in Harris County, Texas. He was Director of Counseling and Multicultural Services at Prairie View A&M University for four years before attending law school in 1997.
In addition, Dr. Smith is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and is a licensed professional counselor in Texas and Georgia and licensed as a marriage and family therapist, childcare administrator, and chemical dependency counselor in Texas. He is licensed in California as a marriage and family therapist. He served on the Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) Examination Committee of the NBCC and co-hosted a pilot talk show with NBCC executive director Tom Clawson. Smith is well-known worldwide as the radio host of his famous talk show, Sunday Morning Live, and Dr. J Thomas Smith's Saturday Morning Show.
For his contributions to the community, he has received many honors. He was honored as "A Man of Style and Substance" by Let the Fashions Begin, Inc. to benefit Texas Children's Hospital Sickle Cell Center. He was named an Honorary Buffalo Soldier by the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum in Houston, Texas. He received the Sugarland Skeeters Baseball Trailblazer Award for his Houston radio broadcasting contributions.
Dr. Smith, affiliated with organizations such as the Screen Actors Guild and the Houston Bar Association, has collaborated with various figures in entertainment, business, and politics across radio markets like Atlanta, Detroit, Los Angeles, Memphis, and Washington, D.C.
To sum it up, motivational speakers like J Thomas Smith act as catalysts for professional and personal growth, providing a sense of purpose, guidance, and inspiration to other individuals. They offer a new outlook, reduce fear and apprehension, enhance our creativity, and inspire us. Their influence extends beyond individuals to businesses and the community as a whole. Whether in hardships or while pursuing one's dreams and objectives, motivational speakers are critical in directing individuals toward fulfillment and success.
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