Whether you're looking for the motivation to get your side hustle started or you just need a bit of encouragement before starting a long work week, finding the inspiration to get up and moving can be difficult. One of the best ways to get excited about the growth and challenges ahead of you is to check out videos from inspirational speakers.
There are motivational speakers for just about any topic. However, to help you grow your enthusiasm about your side business, we've compiled a list of some of our favorites for some Monday motivation. Let's check them out.
Success, Failure and the Drive to Keep Creating - Elizabeth Gilbert
Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love, understands that you can sometimes lose sight of your focus. In her TED Talk, Gilbert shares some of her secrets on how to stay focused on your goals, allowing you to go after your dreams.
How to Live Passionately - No Matter Your Age - Isabel Allende
Living passionately can make you more driven and help you achieve your dreams. In her TED Talk, Isabel Allende covers all the basics of living a passionate life - helping you make the important lifestyle changes you need to stay focused on the things you care about most.
Why We Do What We Do - Tony Robbins
Tony Robbins is a superstar when it comes to motivational speaking, so it is no wonder he made this list. In his " Why We Do What We Do " talk, Robbins discusses human behavior and what motivates us.
By helping you understand the emotions and reasoning behind the decisions you make, you can be more in control about what inspires you to get going.
How Great Leaders Inspire Action - Simon Sinek
Motivation begins with the right leadership. Even if you're working on your side hustle alone, you need to know how to take control and lead your brand to success.
In " How Great Leaders Inspire Action," Sinek guides viewers through understanding their "why." This allows them to understand the underlying motivation within them so they can get more done - and encourage the same from their teams.
Accountability and Achievement - Dakota Meyer
Dakota Meyer isn't a traditional speaker for entrepreneurial motivation. However, he does have some awesome lessons on accountability and achievement that can encourage listeners to get up and get moving.
After risking his own life to protect more than 30 soldiers during the Battle of Ganjigal, Meyer became the first living Marine to receive the Medal of Honor since the 1970s.
How to Get Your Ideas to Spread - Seth Godin
Seth Godin is a leader in the marketing world, so he sure knows how to spread a message. In his TED Talk, Godin shares some of his secrets for getting a new idea to take off like wildfire. He encourages creativity and inspires new ideas, helping you feel more motivated than ever before.
How to Get Better at the Things You Care About - Eduardo Briceno
If you're trying to grow your side hustle, you may feel like you're constantly working but not getting anywhere. In his TED Talk, Eduardo Briceno helps listeners think differently about the tasks they're trying to complete, so they get more done.
What I Learned From 100 Days of Rejection - Jia Jiang
Rejection happens to just about everyone. However, if you allow it to get you down, it could hold you back from achieving your dreams. In " What I Learned from 100 Days of Rejection " Jia Jiang uses humor and entertainment to show the value in rejection and what it can teach you.
The Surprising Habits of Original Thinkers - Adam Grant
If you're feeling stuck for a new, creative idea, you're not alone. In his Ted Talk, Adam Grant covers what makes original thinkers so unique. He discusses everything from failure to putting yourself out there, proving that you need to take a few risks if you truly want to be successful.
" The Surprising Habits of Original Thinkers " can help you bust through the fear that might be holding you back.
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance - Angela Lee Duckworth
In her TED Talk, Angela Lee Duckworth talks about the thing that separates the successful individuals from those who struggle: grit. She covers what grit is, what it looks like and what someone can do to improve the level of grit they have. Listeners will walk away feeling determined to grow their grit and get more done.
Don't allow a lack of motivation to hold you back from growing your side hustle. Next time you feel like you're in a rut, give one of these 10 motivational speakers a chance to lift your spirits and get you engaged in your work.
After graduating from Penn State with degrees in Marketing and PR, Sarah moved to Harrisburg to start her career as a Digital Media Specialist and a writer. She later founded Punched Clocks, a site dedicated to helping young professionals navigate the work world and find happiness and success in their careers.
