Courses

Module 1 - The Mindset to Succeed in This Crazy Business

Hugh Culver, CSP talks about attitude, mindset and motivation in the speaking business.

Module 2 - What is an Expert Who Speaks?

A 2-hour Panel discussion with: Randall Craig, CSP, Shelle Rose Charvet, CSP, David Gouthro, CSP, and Greg Schinkel, CSP. Hosted by Lorne Kelton, M.Ed.

Module 3 - Picking a Lane

Perhaps you have signed up because you want to learn how to get more bookings in the speaking industry? That’s the bottom line, bookings. But there is a process to moving into bookings and one needs first to get ready.

Module 4 - Keynoting

Kristen Arnold, CSP talks with fellow experts Linda Edgecombe CSP HoF, Wayne Lee CSP HoF, Martin Latulippe CSP HoF and Darci Lang about all the essential elements of Keynoting.

Module 5 - The Art of Storytelling

A 2-hour Panel discussion with Halina St. James, Alvin Law, CSP, HoF, Susan Luke Evans, CSP, Global Speaking Fellow, and Michael Kerr, CSP, HoF. Host and Moderator: Lorne Kelton, M.Ed.

Module 6 - Can more funny really equal more money?

Can more funny really equal more money? Absolutely! As you’ll discover in this module clients will almost always choose – all the things being equal – the speaker or trainer who can deliver their expertise in a more entertaining, humorous way.

Module 7 - Visuals That Will Captivate Your Audience

Business presentations don't have to be boring. Take your company’s presentation to a new level. Audiences and clients want more than just a PowerPoint, they want your presentations to be engaging.

Module 8 - Where Do I Find My Audiences

Hugh Culver, CSP talks about ways to seek out and especially attract audiences

Module 9 - The Ins and Outs and Ups and Downs and Sideways of Working With Speaker Bureaus

Michael Kerr, CSP, Hall of Fame business speaker will share a wealth of knowledge about how the speaker bureau business works based on his experience and interviews with many speaker bureau owners and agents across Canada.

Module 10 - Inbound Marketing and Content Development for Professional Speakers

How do people find you online? Who says you're even an expert? How can content be used to differentiate you in the marketplace? And how do you develop content efficiently... and strategically? Presented by Randall Craig, CSP

Module 11 - How to Write Unique Business Proposals

Knowing how to structure a Proposal could be the major factor in your speaking business' long-term success. Avoid the common mistakes, learn to adjust when needed and create some highly unique and successful proposals.

Module 12 - Client Follow Up

Colleen Francis, CSP HoF talks about increasing business by staying in touch with your clients.