When is it too late to start a speaking career? Today Mark and Darren discuss this question with Julia Nicholson and Maria Garaitonandia, both mature presenters, at the beginning of their speaking careers. They talk about their concerns, their plans, and their process for achieving success later in life. Darren and Mark cite examples of well-known speakers who became professionals after the age of 40, and their guests also offer encouragement to anyone who wants to start their speaking journey during their later years.

SNIPPETS:

• Follow your purpose

• Use your experience to shorten your learning curve

• Investigate what it takes

• Join Toastmasters for the art

• Join NSA for the business

• An NSA Academy program is a good investment

• Avoid naysayers and keep the wind beneath your wings

• Connect with pros and build a network

• Have fun and enjoy the journey

• ** Greats like Zig Ziglar and Les Brown began their careers after 40 **

** SOURCE: ChatGPT