National Speakers Association

📣 Time is running out — just three weeks left to apply to be in the CSP® Class of 2025! This prestigious designation sets you apart as one of the top professionals in the industry, recognized for your excellence, exceptional speaking skills, and proven success. 🏆 ⏳ Don’t wait — applications close on January 10, 2025! 🔗 Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gpzYCtE4 #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeakers #ProfessionalDevelopment #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #CSP #CertifiedSpeakingProfessional

Are you ready to fine-tune your comedy, stories, or talks? Speakers Open Mic today at 5 p.m. ET/ 2 p.m. PT is your chance to shine! ✨ 👉 NSA members can register now to participate: https://lnkd.in/dqbqBBxg 🚨 Not a member yet? Join NSA today and unlock opportunities like this to showcase and refine your speaking skills: https://joinnsa.com/ Let’s hear your voice! 🚀 #SpeakersOpenMic #NSAMembers #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #NSAspeaker

As a speaker, your message is important — but the experience you create is what truly resonates. Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is your secret weapon for building unforgettable connections with your audience. This week on the Voices of Experience blog, discover how EQ can transform your speaking game with Lori King-Taylor, M.Ed.! You’ll learn the importance of: 👁️🗨️ Reading the room: Adjust to your audience's energy and engagement in real-time. 🎙️ Telling relatable stories: Make your audience feel seen and understood. 💡 Fostering connection: Use authenticity and interaction to build trust and leave a lasting impact. 🔗 Read the blog now: https://lnkd.in/e_qSJb4v #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #NSAblog #Blog #VoicesOfExperience  

🎉 Milestone Alert: 200th Episode of #Speakernomics! 🎙️ Tune in this week as host Kenneth Kinney sits down with the legendary Dr. Nido R. Qubein, CSP, CPAE, Cavett Award Recipient, to discuss legacy, impact, and how to connect authentically with your audience. ✨ What you'll learn: 🔹 How to turn adversity into abundance through strength and distinction.
 🔹 Why authenticity matters more than charisma in public speaking.
 🔹 The key balance between content and context to tailor your message for maximum impact. If you're a speaker looking to elevate your craft, this is an episode you can’t miss! 🚀 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/ejNA4nD #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #Podcast #ProfessionalDevelopmentPodcast

🚨 The clock is ticking! 🚨 Prices for #Thrive2025 and #Influence2025 go up on Dec. 31! That’s just TWO WEEKS away! ⏳ If you’re ready to level up your speaking, coaching, consulting, or training career, now’s the time to lock in your spot and save BIG! 💡🔥 Learn more about Thrive: https://lnkd.in/ejbyxXi9 Learn more about Influence: https://lnkd.in/ejTRywCM Let’s make 2025 your year of growth! 🌟 #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Conference #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #NSAThrive #NSAInfluence 

Elevate your conference journey like never before with NSA’s Signature VIP Experience! These exclusive perks are designed to maximize convenience, luxury, and access. Here’s what awaits our VIPs: 
🍷 Hotel Upgrade – Relax in style with a complimentary hotel upgrade (limited availability).
 🛋️ VIP Lounge Access – Recharge in our exclusive lounge with refreshments, charging stations, and new in 2025, massage chairs!
 📸 Professional Headshot – Look your best with a fresh headshot and makeup assistance onsite.
 🔥 Fireside Chats – Connect with CPAEs and Million Dollar Speakers in an intimate setting.
 🎁 Welcome Gift – Enjoy a personalized gift waiting in your hotel room. 💼 Priority Perks – From fast check-in to VIP dining, enjoy exclusive convenience. ✨ And so much more! Make your NSA conference experience unforgettable. Spaces are limited — secure your VIP status today: https://lnkd.in/eP3FuEhg #VIPExperience #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Conference #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker

In the competitive speaking world, the ability to inspire and captivate an audience is more than a skill — it’s your edge. 😎 At #Thrive2025, John F. Edwards, CSP, CVP, will equip you with the strategies you need to take your keynotes to the next level! 🧠 John will deliver an innovative experience that fuses neuroscience with the art of storytelling to help you become a more influential speaker. You will: ✨ Learn how the brain processes information to maximize audience engagement. ✨ Master techniques to cut through mental “noise” and boost retention. ✨ Apply these principles to your own content through interactive demonstrations. This isn’t just theory — this keynote delivers actionable strategies you can implement immediately to grow your speaking business. Imagine fewer cold calls, more referrals, and a reputation that speaks for itself! 🤩 🚨 Register now to save your spot! And don’t forget, Dec. 31 is the last day to save your seat at the current discount rate: https://lnkd.in/ejbyxXi9 #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Conference #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #ReadytoThrive #NSAThrive

Are you asking the right questions about technology in your speaking business?  In this week’s Voices of Experience blog, Jamie Champagne, CSP, challenges us to shift focus from chasing the shiniest new tools to identifying the outcomes we’re striving to achieve. ✅ Is it about the app? Or is it about the business value it delivers?  Jamie shares how asking better questions — like “What’s your goal?” or “What’s working for your business?” — can help speakers leverage the right tools for the right tasks.  💡 Ready to rethink your tech strategy? Check out the blog now: https://lnkd.in/eMGNeTzk #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Speaking #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #NSAblog #Blog #VoicesOfExperience 

This week on #Speakernomics, dive into the art of building a trusted brand and a lasting family legacy in the speaking industry! ✨ Host Kenneth Kinney sits with Phillip Van Hooser, CSP CPAE & Cavett Award Recipient, and Alyson Van Hooser who share invaluable insights on mentorship, leadership, and storytelling. In this episode, Phil and Alyson reveal: 
👉 The power of mentorship and genuine character in growing your career. 
👉 Proven strategies for generating business leads through personal communication.
 👉 How to transition from a personal to a family speaker brand, including the perks of co-presenting.
 👉 The magic of storytelling in shifting perceptions and establishing credibility—especially for young leaders. 📢 You don’t want to miss this! Listen now: https://lnkd.in/ejNA4nD #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #Podcast #ProfessionalDevelopmentPodcast

📣 Only ONE month left to apply for the CSP® Class of 2025! Earning this prestigious designation signals to meeting professionals that you are among the best in the industry, with a proven commitment to excellence, top-tier speaking skills, and a track record of professionalism and success. 🏆 ⏳ Applications are due January 10, 2025! 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gpzYCtE4 #Speakers #ProfessionalSpeakers #ProfessionalDevelopment #Trainer #Coach #NSAspeaker #CSP #CertifiedSpeakingProfessional