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What does “CSP” mean? The Certified Speaking Professional designation is the speaking profession's international measure of professional platform skill. Established in 1980 by the U.S.-based National Speakers Association*, this designation is only bestowed upon speakers who have earned it by meeting strict criteria. Therefore, 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.
What Are the Benefits of Hiring a CSP? First and foremost, it will make your job easier! The success of your meeting will be judged largely on the caliber and professionalism of the presenter(s) you select. When you choose speakers with "CSP" after their names, you are assured an accomplished professional who will focus, enhance, and elevate the purpose of your meeting. A CSP's presentation will be highly relevant to your attendees and will offer them information and insights they can immediately apply to their professional lives. A CSP brings a proven track record of continued professional speaking experience and expertise.
What Advantages Does a CSP Bring to Your Conference, Workshop, or Seminar? 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 Requirements for Earning the CSP Designation? CSPs must document a track record that proves expertise, impeccable ethics, exceptional client service, and commitment to ongoing education. CSP designees must also serve a minimum number of clients within five years and present a minimum of 250 speaking engagements within that same five-year period. Ratings from satisfied clients also play a significant part in choosing those who will receive the title.
How Many CSPs Are There? Fewer than 11% of professional speakers worldwide have earned this professional designation. There are currently less than 700 CSPs worldwide.
Comments from People Who Regularly Hire Speakers
CSP is an insurance policy toward the meeting planner's success. The CSP designation is a qualifier in the mind of the astute planner. Brad Plumb, North American Speakers Bureau, Inc.
It's truly an indication that a speaker has achieved a higher level of professionalism. It's something we look for first. I reduce my risk by hiring someone with a CSP. William Bess, Mfgrs. Representatives of America
You know CSPs have achieved a certain discipline that puts them in a category all their own; they have passed the test of longevity; they have proven themselves. It makes a difference today and will continue to make a difference in the meeting planning industry. Marolyn Wright, Program Resources
I always consider the CSP designation the hallmark of professional excellence. The CSPs that we have selected have never disappointed our audiences. Barbara S. Sadek, The Society for Human Resources Management
Why engage a Certified Speaking Professional? (CSP)
“We recently had Jonathan lead a series of sessions at our annual Circle of Excellence Programme in Singapore for our top performers from across the world. His sessions received excellent feedback from participants for both impact and the practical nature of his content. Understanding how people process information based on their personality profile is absolutely critical in becoming a more effective communicator. I strongly recommend Jonathan Low for any organisation who believes that developing a stronger EQ is a necessary component of success in today's competitive marketplace” Global Head of Sales and Distribution, HSBC Retail Banking and Wealth Management, United Kingdom
“Jonathan has recently conducted a three-day training programme called "Hospitality Sales Negotiation and Presentation" for our Sales team at Centara Hotels & Resorts. We found Jonathan's training highly practical and full of interesting techniques. After the training, we did a 4-scale satisfaction evaluation with the participants who all revealed a high level of satisfaction. The satisfaction evaluation report revealed the average result of 3.91 out of 4.00. The participants were very motivated and agreed that what Jonathan has trained them is so relevant and responsive to their needs” Corporate Director of Training & Talent Development at Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand
“Jonathan delivered an exciting speech when he was invited attending our APAC HR conference at Melia Purosani last September. His facilitation style is so impressive, motivating and interactive. He is knowledgable and brings a high degree of expertise through his hospitality experiences. Besides, highly recommend to read his book Winning Clients' Loyalty” Human Resources Director, Asia Pacific Melia Hotels International, Shanghai China
“I had the pleasure to engage Jonathan as the Conference Speaker and Facilitator during several postings, among them at the Gran Melia in Jakarta and the Berjaya Hotels & Resorts in Malaysia. Jonathan’s enthusiasm, his "outside the box" teaching and approaches, the encouragement to discover and evaluate new and sometimes unusual opportunities and thinking was not only highly appreciated by the participants but also highly successful as it created the base to large improvements in Sales and Service deliverables. Needless to say that I can highly recommend Jonathan to any prospective interested party. ~ General Manager Hospitality Division at Central Cipta Murdaya, Jakarta, Indonesia
“I would like to thank you, Jonathan personally in giving us a general and full view of the key essentials of Customer Service Excellence. Your techniques are new, scientific and can easily be understood. It is really useful for me and my entire team. I was impressed with excerpts from the presentation and I just wanted to let him know that I am really grateful for being one of the participants. Thank you for sharing.” ~ General Manager, Best Western Astor Hotel, Makati City, Philippines.
Jonathan’s speech " Imagine the Possibilities ~ for breakthrough Success" at the Global Speakers Summit, Holland was truly inspirational, full of energy and fun. I loved the way we all participated and learned something about ourselves. Thank you Jonathan for being such a great speaker! Founding Director of Uniqueness Development Group, Athens, Greece
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“Dear Jonathan, I would like to thank you once again for a very enlightening and entertaining workshop. The workshop on Personal & Leadership Mastery was certainly valid with our current challenging environment and all of us had so much to take away and use your examples not just for our working lives but also private and family lives. Interacting with our fellow colleagues and family in building a stronger bond is important and we have to change to meet with the demands in our home and work.“ AICR International President & President of ARDE & JARD Singapore
“Jonathan brings sincerity, insight, and compassion to his work as a speaker and facilitator. He has a keen understanding of business and the drivers of the customer relationship and effectively communicates these to make organizations more savvy and successful at the people-side of their business.” COO, Six Seconds EQ Network, United States of America
Jonathan was one of our 37 speakers at the Asia HRD Congress 2010 in Kuching. We had provided him with a slot for a concurrent session. It should have been a Keynote as Jonathan delivered his session so well. Full of content, full of excitement and with full of rythm. The result? Jonathan's session was overflowing with participants and we made many people upset. We didnt have a choice. There were no space for additional chairs or room for people to stand at all. Jonathan is such a joy to work with and highly professional is all I can say. Definitely one of my favourite speakers to work with :-) General Manager, Conference and Events Management, Malaysia
“Jonathan has grown from a Director of Sales and Marketing in the hospitality industry to a shaper of minds for current and future leaders. Jonathan is very passionate about delivering impactful, memorable and relevant training interventions. His broad knowledge and international exposure gives his participants a multi-cultural view of the skills, expectations and application. Jonathan has consistently received praises and appreciations from his participants. His expertise has expanded from sales, profitability, presentation to leadership and Emotional Intelligence. He has also done a very commendable job in promoting professionalism in the training and speakers fraternity.” Former Head Learning & Development at OCBC Bank, Malaysia
“Jonathan's session “ Imagine the Possibilities” was very inspiring! Full of positive energy and charisma. I really enjoyed the big human circle he asked us to do at the end of his speech. Would love him to inspire my people if I had a large group to be motivated! Sales Management Professor at Ecole de Management de Strasbourg, France
“Jonathan Low is a prime example of professionalism on the platform. Whenever he addresses a professional audience, he brings the remarkable combination of strength of experience, preparation, connection, humour and conviction. Jonathan is a master at modelling the message he shares. I am proud to offer this recommendation for an individual who has earned my respect and admiration.” Past President, NSA & President of Van Hooser Associates, Inc, United States of America
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