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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Getting Your Image & Message to Match on Stage
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nAnne Morrissey\nGetting Your Image & Message to Match on Stage\n \n  \n \nGoing from some high-level ideas about image and personal style down to practical tips that you can immediately put to use to increase confidence and impact on stage. \nAbout Anne Morrissey \nAs an Image and Personal Style Expert\, I curate wardrobes for highly visible clients on a regular basis. Because if I didn’t\, they would remain stuck wasting valuable time and money trying to create a top-notch image when this is not their skill set. Instead\, with my guidance\, they are able to show up confidently and with class every time\, everywhere\, and for every event. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/getting-your-image-message-to-match-on-stage/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250409T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250409T210000
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Success . . . from a Woman's Point of View
DESCRIPTION:Follow-up to Convention Session: \nPathways to Success . . . from a Woman’s Point of View\n \n \n  \nWhether you attended the original session or not\, this discussion is open to all speakers and suppliers who want to be part of the conversation about the unique needs and opportunities for women in our industry. This is not about exclusion—it’s about inclusion. Everyone has valuable perspectives to share\, and we welcome all voices in this ongoing dialogue. \n \nWe Look Forward to an Engaging and Insightful Discussion!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/pathways-to-success-from-a-womans-point-of-view/
CATEGORIES:CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250318T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250318T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Learn How to Stay Relevant in the Ever-Evolving Speaking World
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nMichael Kerr\, CSP\, HoF\nHow to Remain Relentlessly\, Ridiculously Relevant in this Crazy Speaking World!\n \n  \n \nThe #1 key to repeat and referral business and the secret ingredient to sustaining a thriving career in the always changing\, confounding\, and wacky world of professional speaker is staying RELEVANT! \nHey\, fellow CAPPERS and other speakers! Fabulous to see you here! \nI’m going to share a myriad of “Mike drop moments” revealing how I’ve stayed relevant in the speaking business for more than 25 years. I’ll offer some ideas\, tips\, and suggestions (these are all the same thing\, I’m just padding my resume) that will help you demonstrate your relevance to would-be clients and buyers during sales calls\, how to build your thought leadership street cred\, how to make your content as relevant as possible\, and how to weave last minute stuff (you know\, “stuff”…especially the relevant stuff) into your presentation to make your presentations as relevant and as memorable as possible! \n(And yes! I am ending with an exclamation point to demonstrate just how darned excited I am to see you at this event!!) \n  \nAbout Michael Kerr \nMichael Kerr is an adorable Canadian Hall of Fame Speaker who speaks on workplace culture\, workplace culture leadership\, and businesses that put humour to work for less stress and more success. \nMichael is also the author of nine books\, including\, “The Jerk-Free Workplace\,” “The Humor Advantage: Why Some Businesses Are Laughing All the Way to the Bank\,” and most recently\, “Small Moments\, Big Outcomes: How Leaders Create Cultures That Fuel Extraordinary Results.” \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/learn-how-to-stay-relevant-in-the-ever-evolving-speaking-world/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T170000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20250312T184458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184719Z
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SUMMARY:CAPS Cocktail Hour!
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for another fun-filled\, “Made in Canada” CAPS Cocktail Hour at a special time: Friday March 14th – official Professional Speakers Celebration Day! \nWe will be celebrating our weird and wonderful Canadian-speaking industry and weird and wonderful Canadian speakers like yourself! \nBecause it’s Friday it will be one hour earlier that our regular time: 5:30 PM NDT / 5:00 PM ADT / 4:00 PM EDT / 3:00 PM CDT / 2:00 PM MDT /1:00 PM PDT! \nBring your favourite moose hat\, ketchup chips\, humour with a ‘u’ and cocktails and be prepared for the usual awkward silences and weird segues. \nAnd as always you can win the undying respect of your colleagues and invaluable Cocktail Hour points when our brilliant quiz master Greg Mulroney tests your knowledge of the Canadian speaking industry\, Canadiana\, or wombats. (Best just to study up on everything!) \nCheck your email for the Zoom link to zoom in! We look forward to seeing you then! \nYour Cocktail Hour Hosts\,\nMichael Kerr\, CSP\, HoF\, and Greg Mulroney
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-cocktail-hour/
CATEGORIES:CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20250128T215553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T220342Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Business Growth and AI: best thing since sliced bread\, or a colossal waste of time?
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nRandall Craig\, CSP\, HoF\nBusiness Growth and AI: best thing since sliced bread\, or a colossal waste of time?\n \n  \n \nAI can do everything. It’s easy! Everyone is using it! So better get on the bandwagon before it departs and leaves you behind! Unfortunately\, it’s too easy to fall prey to the hype\, and find yourself down an unproductive (and risky) rabbit hole\, disconnected from your actual business. In this practical and news-you-can-use session\, Randall will share a framework for business growth using AI\, what you might want to pass on\, and how to mitigate AI risks. \nRandall is a serial entrepreneur\, venture partner at a VC\, and former public company senior exec. He is the author of eight books (one a best-seller)\, 750+ articles\, and is the host of the Informed Decisions podcast. \nAs the leader of the Braintrust Professional Institute\, Randall runs executive retreats to build alignment\, and works directly with leaders as a coach. He has advised over 100 organizations on how to scale their businesses and solve their toughest challenges. He shares his knowledge as a keynote speaker across North America. \nRandall has taught at numerous executive education programs\, served on both public company and private corporate boards\, and frequently appears as an expert in the media. He has earned an FCMC\, CFA\, MBA\, CSP\, and a Black Belt in Karate. Randall has also been inducted into the Canadian Speaking Hall of Fame. More at www.RandallCraig.com\, www.BraintrustProfessionalInstitute.com\, and https://randallcraig.net/Learn \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-business-growth-and-ai-best-thing-since-sliced-bread-or-a-colossal-waste-of-time/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250121T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20250102T163821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T164913Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: What it takes to build a Coaching Practice
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nWhat it takes to build a Coaching Practice – Elaine Froese\, CSP\n \n  \n \nAre you curious about adding a coaching component to your speaking business? \nHave you considered a membership site to do group coaching? \nAre you thinking about sharing your workload with a team of coaches? \nWhether you are a trainer\, keynoter\, influencer or consultant\, you’ll find some nuggets in this interactive session\, as Elaine will be open to your private text questions throughout the presentation. Elaine plans to present her story for 18 minutes and then engage your questions and challenges. She’ll show you how she uses her speaker platform to build her coaching practice. You’ll learn why folks call her up for coaching years after they have heard her speak. She’ll unpack how a membership site is a great revenue tool. \nElaine Froese\, CSP is a farm family coach who has been a columnist for 30 years and certified coach from the Hudson Institute of Santa Barbara for over 20 years. She is author of 5 books and leads a team of 5 coaches. Her annual revenue from her coaching membership site for farm families in transition is now 6 figures. She is a high income speaker . Her podcast at www.farmfamilyharmony.com is a strong marketing tool. As a life-long learner and innovator Elaine is keen to learn and share with you ! Elaine joined CAPS in 2003. \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-what-it-takes-to-build-a-coaching-practice/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241217T150000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20241126T170532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T165450Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Land a TEDx talk (that is guaranteed to go viral!)
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nLand a TEDx talk (that is guaranteed to go viral!)\n \n  \n \nDo you know what separates the top 1% of entrepreneurs\, coaches\, and experts in the industry… from everyone else? \nAuthority. \nAnd there is no quicker way to establish authority and credibility than to be seen speaking from stage. \n(I’ve been speaking for years\, and it has been one of the most impactful things I’ve done to grow my coaching practice). \nSo why don’t more people get on stage and start speaking? \nFrankly… most people don’t know how. \nAnd because I know just how powerful speaking can be to your career\, I went out in search of someone who is one of the best in the world at helping coaches and purpose-driven entrepreneurs take their expertise\, craft it into a compelling message\, and share it on stages. \nAnd it just so happens that this person is not only an expert at helping people turn their expertise into compelling\, viral-worthy talks… \nBut she and her team also help people land speeches on one of the most influential and widely-viewed stages in the world… TEDx. \nHer name is Sharon Zehavi\, and her company Leadr has helped over 650 clients (and counting!) land TEDx talks and spread their message to millions of people. \n(In fact\, they guarantee it). \nShe’s broken this process down into a science\, and I’ve convinced her to share her entire process with us LIVE on December 17th\, 2024 at 2pm eastern. \nIf you’ve ever wanted to turn your expertise into a ready-to-share message from stages… \nOr you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to be invited to speak at a TEDx stage… \nThis webinar is for you. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-land-a-tedx-talk-that-is-guaranteed-to-go-viral/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20241024T151600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T202618Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Book More Business in Less Time by Leveraging a Virtual Assistant
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\nBook More Business in Less Time by Leveraging a Virtual Assistant\n \n  \nAre you eager to book more business and achieve your goals without having to do all the work yourself? \nPart of Diane’s success has been leveraging her time in amazing ways. As a speaker and coach (among other things)\, she lives what she speaks about “being highly successful while also having satisfaction.” She does this by clarifying what needs to be done\, creating proven systems and delegating them so she can do more of what she’s passionate about. \nIn this Behind the Mic\, Diane will shed some light on how to book more business and reach your goals by delegating. But instead of hiring expensive employees to work in a rented office\, she’ll share how the future of business growth is leveraging the skills of online Virtual Assistants (VAs). \nPlus\, you’ll hear from a panel of CAPS members who have successfully leveraged their VAs. \nJoin us for road-ready and tested tools that will help you maximize your workflow\, saving you time\, energy and money to focus on what you love! \nBenefits you’ll receive in this session: \n\nYou’ll know the three biggest obstacles facing speakers today that keep them overwhelmed and stop them from having the business they want.\nYou’ll discover the five ways you can benefit from having a VA so you can efficiently work with them (some may surprise you).\nYou’ll have the Five-Step Model of Task Delegation so you can increase your Productivity and not micro-manage your VA.\nYou’ll develop a list of ideas of what you can delegate so you can lighten your workload and reduce stress.\nYou’ll have the Six “P” Process of Delegating\, so you are consistently clear\, focused and maximizing your VAs time.\n\nBonus: For attending Diane will share her ebook\, “The 5 Critical Problems to Avoid When Delegating” \nAbout Diane Rolston \nDiane Rolston is a Certified Professional Coach (PCC)\, an International Speaker\, an 11-time Author\, host of the 5-Time Award Winning podcast Dynamic Women and is married with two young children. So it’s no surprise she coaches high-achieving women and business owners who are pursuing success to also have satisfaction. She’s passionate about work/life balance\, women’s empowerment\, & simplifying business for more success. \nHer program is “VA Made Easy”\, is designed to move you from task overwhelm to ease by passing off your work to your very own Virtual Assistant she hires for you from the Philippines. You will learn what to delegate and how to easily train them to do it. Plus\, you get so many of her Systems\, Processes\, Trainings\, Strategy & Support. \n“Chicken Soup for the Soul” Series Co-Creator\, Jack Canfield said\, “Diane is an amazing woman who does incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.” \nCheck out what Diane is up to here: linktr.ee/dianerolston \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-november-diane-rolston/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241022T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241022T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20240918T134247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T204733Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: A Legacy of Learning
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nA Legacy of Learning\n \nThis is an opportunity to dive into a wealth of knowledge\, guided by Tyler Hayden\, CSP\, as we explore valuable insights to elevate your speaking career! \nWe’ve added even more incredible speakers to our powerhouse panel of CAPS members\, each ready to share golden nuggets of wisdom: \nLorne Kelton – Behind the Mic\nRoxanne Derhodge – Podcast\nNathalie Plamondon-Thomas\, CSP – CAPS Academy\nTwist – Communities\nMichelle Cederberg\, CSP\, HoF – CAPS Website & Digital Strategy\nCodi Shewan – Convention\nKimberly Lyall – Local Chapter Events\nRon Tsang – GSF & Learning Opportunities\nMark Black\, CSP – Facebook Communities \nThis event promises to be packed with actionable insights to help you sharpen your strategy\, make the most of CAPS resources\, and connect with industry experts—all while having fun with Tyler as our host! \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-a-legacy-of-learning/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20240828T144436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T224522Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Engaging Virtual Meetings
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nEngaging Virtual Meetings – The sure-fire latest way to beat Zoom fatigue!\nPresented by: John Chen\, CSP \n \nAre you working from home? \nAre you suffering from Zoom fatigue? \nDo you want to lead the most engaging virtual meetings? \nThen you want Engaging Virtual Meetings\, the promising and surprising truth to thriving on Zoom. \nEngaging in Virtual Meetings shows you the key secrets to having your attendees say\, “I have more energy (rather than less) after 60 minutes of meeting with you!”.  When you learn Engaging Virtual Meetings\, you will learn: \n\nThe 6-step ENGAGE method to Solve your virtual meeting challenges\nFix attendees talking over each other\nHow to look good virtually\nHow to engage everyone\, even if someone else is talking\nHow to use virtual tools to get work done\nPowerfully close your meeting and take steps to make your next meeting even more engaging\n\nJohn started Geoteaming 25 years ago and is a recognized thought leader in engaging virtual meetings.  He is the John Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, a top-selling business book.  John’s clients learn from his over 35 years of virtual meeting experience.  His work has earned him multiple awards.  More than 250\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. John is the extreme leader of Geoteaming – he climbs mountains\, walks on fire\, swims with dolphins in the wild\, rides Harleys\, and organizes Super Bowl Suites while meeting with people from around the world from his computer.  When you meet John\, you will encounter a dynamic\, energetic and effective facilitator who makes friends with everyone. He will help you and your team become the top 1% of what you do. \nWhen you complete Engaging Virtual Meeting\, you will notice that you can meet virtually for 4 hours or more\, your team is getting things done\, your boss notices your leadership\, and you look forward to your next meeting. \nJohn Chen\, CSP \nMeet the author of Engaging Virtual Meetings – he’s been virtually meeting for over 38 years. He can juggle 24 screens of information at a time. He has planned the only 100% LIVE virtual conference in the training industry for 1\,200 people. He’s produced an eight-language virtual webinar. He is a recognized thought leader who engages in virtual meetings. He is the Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, top-selling business books. His work has earned him multiple awards\, and his more than 400\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France\, and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. When you meet him\, you will encounter a dynamic\, energetic and effective facilitator who makes friends with everyone. He will help you and your team become the top 1% at what you do. He’s the 28-year CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings. Please meet John Chen. \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-engaging-virtual-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20240612T154600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T190302Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Training Techniques
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nTraining Techniques \n \nInterview with Jim Clemmer on Training Techniques Hosted by Tyler Hayden \n\nJim Clemmer \nFor over four decades\, Jim Clemmer’s keynote presentations\, workshops\, management team retreats\, seven bestselling books translated into many languages\, articles\, blogs\, and newsletters have helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. \nJim has delivered thousands of customized keynote presentations\, workshops\, and retreats\, as well as consulted to and coached executives and executive teams in hundreds of major companies\, the public sector\, universities\, family businesses\, and healthcare organizations. \nThe CLEMMER Group is Zenger Folkman’s Canadian Strategic Partner. Jim was co-founder of The Achieve Group (which became Canada’s largest leadership training firm) when they worked with Jack’s previous company\, Zenger Miller. Zenger Folkman is an award-winning firm best known for its unique evidence-driven\, strengths-based system for developing extraordinary leaders and demonstrating the performance impact they have on organizations. \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-training-techniques/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20240507T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T190331Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Your How to Elevate your Speaking Fee by Securing High Level Media
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nHow to Elevate your Speaking Fee by Securing High Level Media \n \nPIPICK THE BRAIN OF A PR & MARKETING EXPERT:\nGuinness Record Holder for Memory & PR Expert\, Dave Farrow Shares How Speakers Can Position Themselves for Success. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nLearn mnemonic marketing secrets to transform your speaking business and make your brand unforgettable\nExplore different ways to align your story with the hottest media topics in radio\, TV\, and print through “Story Hacking”\nLearn about the latest social media marketing tools to triple lead generation\nBrainstorm creative ways you can approach the media to earn media exposure for your business and brand\nDiscuss how to get your story featured in the top print publications\nExamine the best way to “sell” yourself in an interview\nLearn the critical pieces every speaker\, and entrepreneur has to have in their media kit\n\n\nDave Farrow \nDave Farrow is best known for his brain power. Listed twice in the Guinness Book of Records for Greatest Memory\, he is first and foremost an entrepreneur who mastered PR to promote his own business. Most PR professionals have a background working in television BUT have no sales or entrepreneurial experience. As for Dave\, he took his skill in memory and developed several educational products and used PR as his primary sales tool. His results are impressive. \nDave has personally been on over 2000 media interviews\, including multiple appearances on Dr. Oz\, Steve Harvey\, the Today Show\, Fox and Friends\, CBS Early Show\, Live! With Regis and Kelly\, BBC\, NBC\, CBS\, ABC\, The CW\, QVC\, Discovery Channel\, Science Channel\, and was the star of a CBC documentary. Recently\, Farrow won the $50\,000 prize on the new hit show SuperHuman on Fox. \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-your-how-to-elevate-your-speaking-fee-by-securing-high-level-media/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T044138
CREATED:20240307T160328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T183536Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Spice Up Your Speaking Business!
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nSpice Up Your Speaking Business!\nHow to Consistently Get Paid To Share\nYour Dream\, Passion\, Purpose or Expertise \n\n \n\n\nFrank Kitchen\, CSP\n\nConsistent Sales are necessary for every Professional Speaking Business. Sales are a combination of developing and cultivating relationships. You must transform Prospective Customers into Satisfied Customers who want to invest in your products and services. Frank Kitchen will teach you the flavorful ingredients needed to fill your calendar with paid speaking opportunities. In this hands-on program\, Frank will demonstrate the techniques he used to go from an unemployed\, bland speaker to being distinguished by the National Speakers Association as one of the top Professional Speakers in the world. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow to Craft the Mindset of a Professional Speaker\nHow to Position Yourself as an Industry Expert\nThe 7 Actions Needed to Stimulate Customer Trust\, Sales and Loyalty\nHow to transform your Network into your Personal Sales Team\n\nAbout Frank Kitchen\, CSP: \n\n\nFrank Kitchen. CSP is “The Mindset Master Chef.” He works with professional associations that want to fire up the careers and profits of their members. Frank’s interactive “Kitchen Inspired” learning experiences provide audiences with the recipes\, ingredients\, tools and techniques needed to flip their mindset and cook up the professional dreams they hunger for. \nFrank’s passion is working with entry-level and mid-level professionals\, students\, volunteers\, and entrepreneurs who want to transform their career aspirations into reality. He was recently recognized by the National Speakers Association as one of the top Professional Speakers on the planet. \nWhen he isn’t speaking\, Frank serves as the Board Chair for the Non-Profit Organization Hustle PHX / Hustle USA. Their team of staff and volunteers provide aspiring entrepreneurs in underserved urban communities with the resources and “community” needed to start and operate a thriving business. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-spice-up-your-speaking-business/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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