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The National Speakers Association proudly announces the...
Certified Speaking Professional
| What
is CSP? |
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Certified Speaking Professional designation,
established in 1980, is the speaking industry’s
international measure of speaking experience and
skill. CSP is conferred by the National Speakers
Association (NSA) and the International Federation of
Professional Speakers only on those accomplished
speakers 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. |
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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.
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...
- Maintain membership in
NSA and subscribe to its Code of Professional Ethics.
- Serve a specific
number of clients within 5 years.
- Present a specific
number of professional speaking engagements within this
same 5-year period.
- Submit testimonial
letters from clients served.
- Submit professionally
prepared promotional materials.
- Receive excellent
ratings from past clients on professional performance
evaluations.
- Continue education in
the professional speaking field through NSA’s many
educational programs.
The Association
The National Speakers Association (NSA) is the leading
organization for those who speak professionally. NSA’s thousands
of members include experts in a variety of industries and
disciplines, who reach audiences as trainers, educators,
humorists, motivators, consultants, authors and more. Since
1973, NSA has provided resources and education designed to
advance the skills, integrity and value of its members and
speaking profession. The CSP certification is NSA’s indication
that you are booking a committed professional who has a history
of success with many audiences. Visit NSA’s Web site at
www.nsaspeaker.org. |
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