South African motivational speakers and inspirational speakers use distinct skills to inspire others to change their attitudes or opinions. Motivational speakers use many types of speeches to persuade you to take the necessary actions to improve your life. Whether you are a drug addict, CEO, or single mom you look to inspirational speakers to find the answers to your problem. Now that television has given them their own air time you can be inspired in the comfort of your own home. One of the most recognized ones in the US is former New York City detective David Toma. When he retired from the police department, Toma became a motivational speaker travelling to schools across the country. Along with other inspirational speakers Toma spoke against drug addiction to thousands of teenagers. Other motivational speakers have some of the best shows television has to offer. Professionals such as Suze Orman (money advisor) or life coach Dr. Phil McGraw have audiences across the globe. While some inspirational speakers focus more on one subject, such as Suze Orman, Dr. Phil focuses on all parts of a person's life. He offers advice from finance to relationships. Dr. Phil has even earned enough street credibility to be put in movies or other television shows. Motivational speakers travel across the globe. Some travel on planned circuits of speaking engagements while others are featured as guests. South African inspirational speakers whether they are on television or not may supplement their income with books, tapes, and guest starring with other colleagues. Some even teach up and coming South African motivational speakers the techniques needed to succeed.