Speeches Related to Impact – Page 5 – Bejoy Peter's Public Speaking ®

March 15, 2020November 6, 2023

Coach Gives Inspirational Confrontational Pep Talk to His Team on the Importance of Time and Discipline

You cannot make it big if you fool around with time. I agree that coming for your training sessions does not excite you the way the real game does. But that is no excuse for you to come late.

When you come late you are showing disrespect to others. You are showing that you don’t care for leadership and authority.

When you come late you are disrupting carefully laid out plans. Now what does that mean?

Think about it: Whether plans just happen or plans have to be well thought out? And that takes time, invaluable time.

When you come late, you are telling us you are somehow bigger than the team. You are showing us that you can afford to keep all of us waiting.

Taken together how many hours of all of us you wasted when you came 20 minutes late?

Now what do you think is the purpose of playing? Is it to win championships in the big league? Yes, certainly one hundred per cent yes!

That is why I am asking you to give your best each time you are out here for the practice sessions.

But that alone is not the purpose. There is a higher one that should motivate you. You are here to be a good player who learns to be disciplined.

Without strict discipline none of you will make it big in real life. You might win championships and lose in life. Will that not be disastrous? Think about it.

So today I demand that you come on time. It is a commitment that you should make. If you think you are above all this; the team will do better without you.

You should learn to be proud about the jersey you wear, the cap you don, and the team you represent. You say, “I don’t care about any of these things,” when you come late for our training sessions.

I don’t believe in having a team of talented players. But I believe in a team of disciplined players who value time.

Today I am cancelling all practice sessions for the next one week! You know what that means?

It means that the majority of players suffer because a few of you came late. “Isn’t that unjust Coach,” you might ask?

Yes, it is unjust. But that is the only way I see to make you understand the value of time and discipline. That is the only way I see to drill some character into you!

And next Monday sharp 5:00pm we meet for training. If anyone is late by one minute, you don’t play with this team again. Is that clear?

I would rather have this team fail in championships but win in life than stack the shelves with trophies and lose in all that matters most in life!

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“You’ve got to have great athletes to win, I don’t care who the coach is. You can’t win without good athletes but you can lose with them. This is where coaching makes the difference.”

— Lou Holtz, Former American Football Coach

March 13, 2020November 8, 2023

I Believe in Failures! Coach Impacts a Defeated Team with this Inspiring Speech!

I talk to you today because I’ve been there.
Not once or twice, but many times.

I know what it feels like to be discouraged.
I know what it feels like being a failure.
I know what it feels like when all around you people are full of fun and happiness but you are down.

Yes friends, discouragement has put more people in the side benches than have casualties in war.
It has sapped the strength of talented people committed to their cause and calling.
It has taken away from people their confidence.
It has made people forget that there is a purpose for which they can live for.

I hope I am not speaking to listeners far away, but to you.
Yes, to you, who now with dropping shoulders stand before me with that desperate look in your eyes as if there is no tomorrow.

Let me thunder in your ears.
The night shall not remain.
The dawn will break.
And you shall rise from your bed of despair with renewed strength and hope.

First of all, know that someone believes in you.
Yes, I along with God, believe in failures.
I believe your rotten performance today cannot erase what you truly are within you.

Secondly, recall your best moments.
Recollect your preparation, enthusiasm and hard work that made it happen.
Simply believe it can happen again.
But believing alone is not enough.
Take that one small step.
Do not wait for inspiration.
Your first step to once again do what you always did best will soon gather momentum.
Soon you will be back into winning ways again.

Hey team, you are talented; but talent will not take you places.
What you need is grit.
A game lost; a trophy not won is not the end of life.
Fame is a bubble; when for a moment all lights flash on you.
But today, we show character when all eyes are turned away from us.
Yes, we choose, to stay undefeated in our failures!

You can read this I Believe in Failures Coach Pep Talk on LinkedIn

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November 3, 2018July 19, 2022

The Impact of Social Media on Youth

Rabindranath Tagore opens one of his poems with these words, “Where the mind is without fear and head is held high.” But as we look around today, we find a young generation with their heads bowed down all the time. From the time of their birth they grew up with mobile phones and social media. They knew nothing better.

Now let us think about the impact of social media on youth.

First of all the impact is that of bad example. As we look at families today we find each one busy with social media; not just youngsters. See, youngsters look up to parents as their role models especially in the early stages of life. And what do they see. They find parents on social media all the time. WhatsApp and Facebook are the stuff they find joy in. And children are often neglected. No wonder they feel rejected.

Secondly, there is the impact of wrong priorities. Youth should learn that what they invest in now will yield benefits later in life. Now is the time to study and dream about a great career ahead. If that valuable time is stolen from them through social media chats, then they lose sense of priority.

Thirdly, there is the impact of wrong relationships. God has kept boundaries in life. This is for our freedom and highest good. The virtual world of social media with its ease of quick and instant communication encourages youngsters to cross boundaries. They chat on topics in private which they might not dare to talk about in front of others. This often leads youngsters to fall into relationships that promise great things. But usually they fall into traps, into blackmailing and disgrace.

Yet another impact is on health. The amount of time spent on social media creates health issues with the spine, neck, fingers, and eyes. Usually these problems show up only later in life. But then it is too late. Some youngsters spend hours chatting and also eat junk food while doing so. This leads to other health issues like obesity and diabetes which is a silent killer.

Finally there is the impact on personal safety and security. Often youngsters post selfies on social media. They reveal their travel plans and personal details like birthdays, names of parents and their work etc. These vital information can lead to blackmailing and other dangerous situation.

Let me conclude. The impact of social media on youth can be understood in the context of impact of bad example, the impact of wrong priorities, the impact of wrong relationships, the impact on health and the impact on personal safety.

Youngsters should remember that life is not without accountability. They should remember that the digital footprints they leave behind on social media are not just impacting them here a few hours but they are going to impact them for a life time.

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July 27, 2018October 23, 2023

2 Minute Speech on Leadership that Impacts

Leadership is no easy task. It is not for cowards. And that excludes a lot of people. In this speech, let me try to spell out the vital elements of leadership that impacts.

Leadership that impacts is about having a vision. It is about seeing far ahead; it is about anticipating the changes that can come in one’s field of work; and it is about getting others equipped and ready to meet the future.

Leadership that impacts is about communication. It is about communicating with simplicity, clarity, purpose, and impact. A good measure of success in leadership is determined by the way you are able to handle public speaking. Charisma, conviction, competence and credibility go a long way in persuading people to follow your vision.

Leadership that impacts is about decisive decision-making. A leader is fully aware that all decisions have consequences. But he or she is prepared to gather relevant information, getting inputs from all around—360 degree–, weigh the possible ramifications of the decision, and go ahead with firmness, resolve, and unwavering determination with his or her decision.

Leadership that impacts is about earning respect, commitment, and loyalty from the team, group, or followers. This does not happen by chance. It is the character of a leader that inspires all these. Great leaders who are trustworthy have people around them who will go to any length to do something for their leader.

Leadership that impacts is about managing power and visibility. Both power and visibility can easily corrupt a leader. Often a leader is heading for trouble as he surrounds himself with personal favourites who advice him on all matters. The more he relies on these people (who might have their own personal agendas), the more he alienates himself from the rank and file. This can prove dangerous as he soon loses touch with ground realities. The possible solution is to find creative ways to stay in touch with the grassroots.

Leadership that impacts is about listening. A leader is one who can listen sympathetically and empathetically to people around him. He is one who can listen to what is not being said as well.

Leadership that impacts is about calmness. A leader is not characterised by turbulence; but by the quiet stillness found in the eye of a tornado. He should be able to inspire hope in followers by his fortitude during challenging times.

Leadership that impacts is about knowing one’s strengths. Sure, there are blind spots for everyone; even for a leader. But the one who leads should keep polishing his best strengths and major on it. Without this confidence in his own strength, he cannot effectively lead, influence or inspire others.

It is not too uncommon to find leaders exult in their new found authority and power; who exercise those in brutal and undemocratic ways. But man is mortal. And someday, each word and action will be accounted for. It is best if leaders can lead with a spirit of humility.

Let me conclude by repeating the fact that leadership is no easy task. It is indeed a challenging task to leave behind a leadership imprint and impact that is positive and inspiring; a legacy that will endure for many generations to come.

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March 19, 2018July 18, 2022

A Thank You Note to a Talented Batch of Youngsters

It was a short and amazing journey I had with you. Many good moments remain. The sheer amount of talent in this batch amazes me.

Perhaps talent is unused potential. You need to discipline yourself to sharpen your skills.

The best way to do so is to start working on them immediately. And then combine it with a burning desire to excel in your chosen field.

If you learn a few tricks right, you can pull a rabbit out of a hat and people call it magic. But to weave that kind of magic in life, you need to persevere in spite of all failures and setbacks.

The good news is that each person in this batch can excel. Do not compare yourself with others and feel inferior. What’s the point in fuelling negativity? The sun still shines even if the clouds hide it.

My wish and prayer is to see each one of you succeed. And to know that in some small way the sessions we had helped you to succeed will be my greatest joy.

Thank you dear friends for your wonderful attitude, and joyous enthusiasm displayed in class.

It is not always I get the privilege of teaching such a talented and promising bunch of youngsters in one batch.

The more I think the more I miss your class. Hope this record of 71 students in Batch 210 of BPPS¹ remains unbroken!

Look ahead. The future comes at dizzying speeds. If you can cut short your time spent on silly things and utilize them to prepare for your future; just like the ant gathers its food in summer for rainy days ahead; you will succeed.

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¹ 210th Batch of BPPS was held at Department of Computer Applications, students of MCA, College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET) in February-March 2018.

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October 21, 2017October 11, 2023

2 Minute Speech on the Impact of Computer Games on Youth

Respected teachers and my dear friends,

Until some years ago, when children talked about games it meant team games like football, cricket, hockey, basketball, shuttle, tennis and the like. But today games are more or less dominated by computer games in the minds of youngsters.

Again, until some time ago, blue whale was the answer to the question “Which is the biggest animal on earth?” But no longer. Blue Whale is the name of an online computer game played over social networks which encourages youngsters to do certain tasks ending in suicide.

So let me spell out the topic for my speech. It is the Impact of Computer Games on Youth. It is very clear that youngsters interact with video games in much deeper ways physically, emotionally, and mentally than with other popular media like films. You can also read Gaming as Career, Entertainment, and Addiction! for further insight on gaming.

First let me focus on the benefits of computer games.

Many claim that computer games improve co-ordination, attention, concentration and problem-solving skills. It also enhances memory, helps in multitasking capability and can also be used as excellent teaching tools.

There are video games like building a city or helping others. These can help a youngster to be socially responsible and behave with care and concern for others.

Computer games, some people say, help youngsters to get familiar with the online world. It allows them to become smart kids and builds perseverance in them as many computer games have different levels which the gamer has to master.

Quick thinking, fast analysis, intelligent use of resources and management, planning and strategy and situational awareness are some other benefits that people highlight.

Let us assume that all these are good. Let us now look at some of the negatives.

Very young children are also exposed to the world of computer gaming. Sometimes these games can encourage violence and crime. So there should be a supervision of what type of game is played.

Secondly, the amount of time one spends on computer games have to be limited. There are known cases of people spending long hours on games without eating, mingling with friends or studying. This affects health as well as the person’s ability to interact with other people face to face.

Thirdly women are generally portrayed in games as weak and as kind of objects. It is a kind of negative stereotyping. It can wrongly impact the young boys and the way they treat women.

Again, there are studies which show that video games can lead to aggressive behaviour because of constantly playing games which require the gamer to take part in violence.

Another difficulty with video games is that parents rarely spend time with their children trying to find out what games they play. So parents lose a chance of bonding with their children; they lose the chance to spend quality time with their kids and of course they lose the chance to understand what type of behaviour change is occurring in their children because of the video games they play.

Finally, there is the danger of not differentiating between the real world and the fantasy world. Unless the youngsters are taught between the differences in the gaming world and the real world there can come moments of confusion and disappointment.

Let me conclude by saying that we cannot forget the fact video games and gaming have become a multi-billion dollar industry. It might easily be the fastest growing entertainment in the world today.The high quality of graphics giving a greater sense of virtual reality is drawing people more and more into a different world far removed from the real one. And it is impacting youngsters in a big way. Only time will tell of how the life of youth changed with video games dominating their play, study, thinking, and relationships.

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