<p>I like public speaking. I mean, I REALLY like it. It is the only thing I would even possibly use the word "passionate" for. I don't want to be an actor or a salesman, but a career where I give speeches or giving presentations for people that have great ideas but hate being in the public eye sounds really exciting. I'm very good a it (I've won several awards, once had someone compare me to Oprah, am VP of my college's honor society), and it's the only activity that doesn't sound like a complete chore to me.</p>
<p>I'm currently working towards a compsci major, solely because it will likely lead to a lucrative lifestyle and there is absolutely nothing else that I could see putting thousands upon thousands of dollars in for a degree.</p>
<p>Is there a way/major/area/whatever I could do to get into this career path? What I've mainly read implies that people get those jobs by chance, and a speech/communications major is a very poor idea. Of course, I involve my self in extracurricular stuff to indulge myself in my hobby, but none of it looks like it would directly lead me to a career in that field.</p>
<p>Rhetoric would be an ideal major. While most of the rhetoric majors I know go into law or politics a few have gone into public relations and one works in television.</p>
<p>Hmmm… Maybe good career paths would be those of publicists, public relations representatives, or company spokespersons? There are also motivational speakers and life coaches. If that’s the case, the only majors I could see that would apply would be Communications or Public Relations, with a focus on Marketing, or Psychology for the latter two. You could also be a professional in another field who gives presentations to schools or in the community. I don’t think there is any degree necessary for that per se (it would be all about building a reputation), but you could reach out to different venues or a speakers’ association.</p>
<p>I personally think any major would do. Remember, opportunities are everywhere and its up to you to find it. If it were for me, First, I would join toastmasters and go into their competitions and to build up your competency and reputation. Then what I would do is to join a professional organization (if you are compsci you may want to join startup groups)and just offer to coordinate or mc at events. </p>
<p>The more you expose yourself the more chances you get and then you may end up getting a career as public speaker for your industry.</p>
<p>hope this helps.</p>
<p>I think public relations would be a great choice if you have no desire to be in the public eye. If you were perhaps reconsidering the ‘public eye’ so to speak, I would say you should give broadcasting a try. Speaking as someone in the same situation (I do competitive speech in college), I have a major in political science and a minor in communication. Law school wouldn’t be a bad consideration for you if you’re up for it. Just some thoughts!</p>
<p>International relations? If you have any interest in politics/global cooperation.</p>
<p>Double major your compsci with communications</p>