How to Get the Most Out of a Motivational Video

Using a motivational video to get some much needed pep and energy can be a great thing. There's just something about seeing the person giving the seminar or motivational speech that makes it that much more effective than simply listening to a CD or MP3.

But how can you be sure that you're getting the most out of your investment in a motivational video, for yourself and for others?

The most basic answer is that no motivational video is going to help you if you don't use it. It's far too easy to set it aside for a chance to flip through the channels on the television or to go out with your friends. Just like owning a treadmill will do you no good unless you actually plug it in and use it, owning a motivational video will not do you any good either unless you plug it in and play it.

A motivational video will also do you no good if you don't follow the hints and tips it gives you. For instance, if you're watching a video that deals with problems common to salespersons and the speaker gives you some good advice on how to deal with a problem customer, you're going to get no benefit if you fall back on your old habits of being drawn into an argument or of ignoring the customer because they're so unpleasant. Most motivational videos are much more than just simple cheerleader nonsense, but are meant to really give you practical advice on how to overcome common obstacles and get around objections and other issues you might have. Enthusiasm is great, but will only get you so far. If there's good advice in the video, take it to heart and use it. After all, what have you got to lose by simply trying the techniques and other advice they offer?

A really good motivational video can also be a useful tool for your sales or other staff at the office. It's tempting to think that you can rally your own troops, as they say, but sometimes using the services of a professional speaker can make a huge difference. Showing a motivational video to your sales staff on a Monday morning can go a long way toward keeping their enthusiasm up for the week. Showing one on Friday to other staff members can keep them enthused through the weekend and less likely to dread Monday morning. It may be a good idea to talk about the video afterward so that you can answer any questions, talk about how it can be applied to your group in a practical sense, and so on.

However you use a motivational video and with whomever you share it, be sure to use the points given you. You need to make sure you're keeping that motivation alive even after the video is over.