The Certified Speaking Professional™ (CSP®) is a professional designation that provides independent proof of a speaker's expertise and professionalism. It's a promise to clients and meeting planners that you are a reliable and engaging speaker. 

In this episode of Speakernomics Jennifer Elder, CPA, CSP® discussed the benefits of earning the designation and the process to achieve it. You can find the CSP® resources featured in this episode at www.nsaspeaker.org/CSP.  

In this episode you will learn more about: 

• Meeting planners and clients often prefer CSP’s® because they have confidence in their professionalism and capabilities. 
• Why speakers, regardless of applying for the CSP® or not, should download the CSP® spreadsheet and begin tracking their presentations immediately.  
• Practical tips and insights on the application process.  
• The specific criteria that need to be met when applying for your designation.  

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Question: If you have not earned your CSP® yet, what is the first step you'll take towards that goal this week? 

Who is Jennifer Elder, CSP®, CPA? 

Jennifer Elder is a highly sought-after speaker, emcee, and author who creates an interactive and fun experience that gets the audience to think differently and act strategically.   

 As a CSP, Jennifer has spoken in 47 states and six countries, averaging 80+ presentations a year.   She has spoken at Microsoft, Lowes, Dollar Tree, Marriott, and Perdue.  She has presented at conferences for The Association of International Chartered Accountants, Sage Software, the American Society of Association Executives, and the Society for Human Resource Management. 

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