Copy of Funny Education Speaker Presents "The Magic of Education!" 

You mean the program that has drawn standing ovations from hundreds of thousands of educators all over the country? I merely said that those who do their school jobs, but from the heart, from philanthropic motives and out of love for the students, will find themselves happier, more fulfilled, more effective, and will usually end up getting bigger paychecks in the long run as their passion for education and their great attitudes lead to perks, promotions and bigger opportunities. You don't agree? Speaking only for myself, I personally feel VERY "lucky" (your word, not mine) that I'm able to earn a paycheck improving people's futures, encouraging them and inspiring them instead of, say, working in a different field for the paycheck only and then having to volunteer my time after work to make my life meaningful. I genuinely hope you can find that, too. Might as well, since you're doing the job already anyway, right? Cynicism and bitterness will drain your life of a lot of joy and meaning that you could otherwise experience. You wouldn't want to go to a church where the preacher is in it primarily for the paycheck (though he/she deserves and needs it), would you? I try hard not to speak to audiences for the paycheck (though I need it and am grateful for it), but to sincerely speak with a passion to help people and, as I said, "the paycheck is just what I use to pay the bills while I devote my life to a noble cause." I hope that shows in my presentations. In my mind, teaching is a similar profession. But it's a free country; you're welcome to disagree. But I fear you'll wind up shortchanging yourself terribly if you do. Here's my challenge: try it my way for 6 months, and if you're not thrilled with the results, give me a call and we'll discuss how I should change my presentation.