Back in 2013, I participated in a professional speaker training/workshop offered by the National Speakers Association – Illinois Chapter. I enjoyed the training so much that I returned in 2014, as an alumni, to ensure that the lessons taught by their amazing trainers were scribed into by mind.

After one of the workshops I shared my thoughts/feedback regarding the value of the program and it looks like my feedback was mentioned in the recent flyer for the upcoming training/workshop.

Here’s what I stated:

What I really liked about the course was that it forced me to really fine tune a niche that I was credible, confident and passionate about. It was a challenging exercise (course work), that took me a while to complete but it was so very worth it. If you’re interested in learning about the business of professional speaking and live in the Chicago area, then I highly advise that you look into NSA Illinois Speakers Academy.

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Here’s a recap of the press release.

Originally posted at nsa-il.org.

Westmont, IL – Nine participants completed the NSA-IL Speakers Academy on Thursday, March 27, 2014. The six-session course, sponsored by National Speakers Association – Illinois, took place January 10 – March 27 at IIT Rice Campus in Wheaton. Created and taught by professional presenters, this program offers the “inside scoop” on how to be successful in the speaking business. Each session contained essential information ranging from improving platform skills to marketing and running a speaking business. The curriculum is based on the four competencies developed by the National Speakers Association: Expertise, Eloquence, Enterprise & Ethics.

“Watching these talented individuals learn and grow during our three-month program was a true inspiration,” stated co-dean Vickie Austin. “From wherever they were, each participant took their speaking business to the next level and beyond. I’m honored and humbled to work with NSA-IL Speakers Academy students and my fine co-dean, Conor Cunneen.”

Participants included: Wylie Blanchard of Lisle…

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“It was an absolute pleasure to work with a group of professionals who are so dedicated to their profession,” said co-dean Conor Cunneen. “This is a group of people who will bring goodwill, good feeling and good knowledge to all who hear (and hire) them. I bet Zig Zigler would be proud of these fine communicators.”
The next Speakers Academy course will be offered in six sessions from April 10-June 26, 2014 at National-Louis University in Chicago. See www.nsa-il.org, or contact 847-991-0772 for more information.
The National Speakers Association-Illinois Chapter is the recognized community for professional speakers and presenters with expertise in content, platform excellence and business knowledge in connecting audiences on growth potential and inspiration for success.

Originally posted at nsa-il.org.

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PRESS RELEASE – National Speakers Association – Illinois Chapter

Thirteen professional speakers recently completed Speakers Academy at National-Louis University in Chicago. This six-session program, held from September through November, focuses on … Speakers completing the course included… Wylie Blanchard of Lisle…

From Google+:

13 Participants Graduate from NSA-IL Speakers AcademySix-Session Program Focuses on the Business of Speaking

I recently completed a business program from NSA-IL Speakers Academy. Here’s a snippet of the Press Release:

National Speakers Association – Illinois Chapter Thirteen professional speakers recently completed Speakers Academy at National-Louis University in #Chicago. This six-session program, held from September through November, focuses on … Speakers completing the course included… Wylie Blanchard of…

What I really liked about the course was that it forced me to really fine tune a niche that I was both credible, confident and passionate about. Is was a challenging exercise (course work), that took me awhile to complete but it was so worth it.

The Facilitators, Steve Beck and Vickie Austin, were engaging and supportive throughout the entire course. Both, Steve and Lori, are accomplished speakers and with vast amounts of experience and wisdom in the speaking industry. All of which they openly shared with the class. In addition, there were also guest panelists (professional speakers) brought to every class that also shared their experiences with us. They were all great as well.

If you’re interested in learning about the business of professional speaking and live in the Chicago Illinois area then I highly advise that you look into NSA-IL Speaker Academy.

NSA-IL Speakers Academy: http://www.nsa-il.org/

Steve Beck of Beck & Associates: http://www.beckseminars.com

Vickie Austin of CHOICES Worldwide: http://www.choicesworldwide.com

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