On a number of levels, I find myself impressed with keynote speakers. No matter how much of an expert I may be in my given field, just the idea of being in front of a group of people, giving a speech, makes me feel a bit faint. But, in all seriousness, what truly impresses me is the effect that a good keynote speaker can have on a group of employees or on a crowd at a gathering. Being able to put forth their ideas in concise, easy to understand, and positive ways, a motivational speaker have the ability to make people feel more hopeful, more knowledgeable, and more comfortable with change.