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Comment by Joy Neighbors on November 4, 2009 at 5:41pm

I'll be speaking this Saturday evening at the American Wine Society's annual conference in Florida about "The Sensual Pleasures of Fruit Dessert Wines."

Comment by E. Jake Gamble on October 19, 2009 at 9:58pm

I'm a presenter at the Indiana Small Business Fair in Indianapolis, IN. Nov. 5th, 2009. Check out the rest of the list. Come join us and market your Small Business. 1,500 visitors expected! http://indianabusinessfair.com/seminars/

Comment by E. Jake Gamble on October 10, 2009 at 9:07am

E. Jake Gamble presents, "The Power of Personal Leadership" 10/19/09 - Fishers, IN. 6-8 PM. (See CASN "Courses")
http://www.CASN.biz

Comment by Scott McKain on September 20, 2009 at 10:38am

While there is no doubt that certification does not ensure total competency, it IS another tool to use in distinguishing yourself and your business from your competition to your customers and prospects.

I've never asked an insurance agent or financial planner about his or her certification -- however, the one who explained his to me, what it took to attain it, and his commitment to the profession, got my business. I didn't ask --but his excellent use of certification played a role in making me a client.

I've been asked if you have to be an NSA member to be a professional speaker -- and the answer is absolutely not. The only point I'm strong about is that if you aren't an NSA member, then you should not speak to professional associations.

If you won't be a part of the association of your own industry, then how is it anything less than hypocritical to take money to speak to other professionals and encourage them to be a part of theirs?

Comment by E. Jake Gamble on September 20, 2009 at 9:36am

My new website is ready! Please check it out and let me know what you think. Feel free to sign the Guestbook!!
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Comment by Dan Surface on September 13, 2009 at 6:46pm

Been a professional speaker and business coach for 10 years. Coached well over a hundred new entrepreneurs in start up businesses and spoke throughout the US and I have never been asked about my certifications.

Comment by Robby Slaughter on August 8, 2009 at 10:12pm

I have to agree with Jeff. Having a certification is like passing a driving test: it doesn't prove you are a great driver, rather, just that you once showed one person an example of driving that was not horrendous.

Certifications are merely reminders of the importance of effort, experience and expertise. They might open doors but it's the person who must close the deal and complete the work.

Comment by Jeff Bowe on August 8, 2009 at 8:57pm

This will irritate a bunch of coaches and a bunch of certification programs.

The best certification is "been there, done that." There are too many coaches from too many certification programs who paid a princely sum to get certified, but they have never 1) signed a payroll check 2) been responsible for top line, bottom line and every line in between 3) signed a personal guaranty for a bank that meant their house and childrens' college was on the line or 4) been in a real board of directors meeting or VC meeting. If you have those qualifications, you don't need any paid program to vouch for you. Your resume and reputation speak a much clearer message. Just my humble opinion of course.

Comment by E. Jake Gamble on August 8, 2009 at 7:42pm

I am interested in an Executive Coaching Certification, preferably Indiana. Any recommendations?

Comment by Hazel "The Queen" Walker on July 8, 2009 at 8:00pm

This is for professional speakers and those who aspire to be speakers! Welcome to the group. So what would you guys like to do with this group? BTW, the National Speakers Association will be holding their Conference here at the Marriott Downtown in 2012!

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