ComPubSp: Becoming a Professional Speaker: What to do & Where to start!

This is a NCPMI Communication & Public Speaking CoP- NCPL Toastmasters Club Meeting. The Meeting includes prepared speech, table topics, networking, evaluations, jokes and multiple meeting operations roles.

1. This  meeting is free for NCPMI & North Carolina Project Leaders Toastmasters (NCPL) members
2. Space is limited if you register and cannot attend, please update the VP Programs or EVP in order that your space can be allocated to members on the standby list. -  - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
3. Snack/Finger food will be provided
4. PDUs will be reported by NCPMI
5. PMPs are required to provide their PMI numbers in order that their PDUs can be reported
6. Please arrive on time in order that the meeting can start promptly
7. Please leave the facility in equal or better condition than you found it
8. The meeting will take place at Cisco in Building 12, 7200 Kit Creek Rd, Morrisville, NC.  Click on Location for directions.  When you arrive, PLEASE LOOK FOR THE NCPMI & North Carolina Project Leaders Toastmasters signs.
9. Please note that there are other Toastmasters clubs meeting at Cisco. Please ensure that you attend the correct meeting- NCPMI Communication & Public Speaking CoP- NCPL Toastmasters Club Meeting.

Abstract:  Have you ever watched a speaker and been so engaged that you said to yourself, “Wow, they were incredible!” Ever had the desire to be one of those speakers and have an audience to share your story? Regardless of your current speaking level and ability, this presentation will teach you how to design an extraordinary speech that can spread your powerful message. If you feel your knowledge, experience and story can help others, you should consider learning how to share it. This special program is presented by Dr. Kevin Snyder, a professional speaker who has presented for over 500,000 people across 1,150 audiences in all 50 states. Kevin will teach you where to start in speaking, how to avoid common speaker pitfalls, and even how to identify speaking opportunities that PAY. You will also learn secrets of the professional speaking business so you can explore if speaking is something you’d like to explore and generate a side income. All you need to get started is a desire to speak and willingness to be open-minded and apply the principles shared in this presentation.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn how to design an engaging keynote and workshop presentation that inspires others and results in speaking inquiries.
2. Understand what you need and don’t need to start speaking professionally and build your speaking business.
3. Hear success strategies and tips from a professional speaker who has paved the way and an author of “How to Become a Professional Speaker: PAID to SPEAK! 

About the Keynote Speaker:

Dr. Kevin Snyder is a professional speaker and successful author. He has spoken for over 500,000 people across 1,150 audiences in all 50 states and several countries. Kevin’s speaking emerged while working with students at colleges and universities. What began as presenting fun leadership workshops evolved into keynote invitations at conferences, corporate events and ultimately, Kevin’s first book. Kevin now speaks professionally to all types of audiences ranging from high school to college to corporate leaders.

Kevin is the author of several books including, “Think Differently to Achieve Success” and "How to Become a Professional Speaker: PAID to SPEAK.” www.KevinCSnyder.com