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You did a fantastic job. Your presentation certainly was on target for our organization. Seventy-five percent of our assocaties gave you the highest marks possible on our feedback sheet. Your presentation was thought provoking, and yes, entertaining.
Stephen Johnston
– American Society for Training and Development
What Is A CSP?The Certified Speaking Professional designation is earned through a combination of professional association, professional education, professional performance and professional business management standards. The CSP application process is designed to verify that speakers have met these standards. The easiest part of earning a CSP is completing the application; the hard part is the work applicants do as professional speakers and the energy they put into building their careers. The application provides the vehicle for speakers to document their achievement of the standards. NSA has only one earned professional designation -- the Certified Speaking Professional. The CSP Candidate is not a designation; it is a program that provides an opportunity for those who do not yet meet all of the CSP standards to begin the process of earning their CSP. The CSP Candidate program is an interim step to documenting your achievements of the standards. The minimum requirements for earning a CSP designation are summarized below. Professional Association Standards
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Why Hire A CSP?What is CSP?The Certified Speaking Professional designation, established in 1980 by the National Speakers Association (NSA), is the speaking profession’s international measure of professional platform skill. CSP is conferred by the US-based National Speakers Association only on those who have earned it by meeting strict criteria. The letters CSP following a speaker’s name indicate a speaking professional with proven experience who understands what is required and knows how to deliver client satisfaction. Why Should You Hire a CSP?It will make your job easier! The success of your meeting will be judged largely on the caliber, professionalism and appropriateness of the topic and presenter(s) you select. Choosing a CSP maximizes your opportunity of providing a speaker with a message that will focus, elevate and enhance the mission of your meeting and stick firmly in the memories, attitudes and action plans of your attendees. How Many CSPs Are There?Less than 10% of the speakers who belong to the International Federation for Professional Speakers hold this professional designation. The membership of the International Federation for Professional Speakers is comprised of professional speaking associations worldwide. CSP is the international standard that these associations agree represent competence in the speaking profession. What Benefit Does a CSP Bring to Your Meeting?A CSP brings a proven track record of continuing speaking experience and expertise. CSPs are committed to ongoing education, outstanding service and ethical behavior. CSPs offer wide varieties of approaches, topics and styles. Only you can determine which speaker will best fit your needs. A Certified Speaking Professional provides a solid place with which to begin your search. What Are the Criteria?Every CSP must...
The AssociationNSA, a member association of the International Federation for Professional Speakers, is dedicated to advancing the art and value of experts who speak professionally. The International Federation for Professional Speakers provides nearly 5000 members with the resources and education designed to enhance the talent, ethics and business acumen of professional speakers. The CSP Certification is an indication that you are booking a committed professional who has a history of success with many audiences. Comments from Those Who Hire Speakers
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