Jimmy Lea is Now a Certified Speaking Professional. How Does One Become a CSP?
Automotive Repair News Today · Braxton Critcher
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Show Notes
In this episode, Braxton Critcher welcomes Jimmy Lea from the Institute for Automotive Business Excellence. Why? Because Jimmy actually did something newsworthy! Bout time! Jimmy is now, to our knowledge, the ONLY presenter in the automotive aftermarket certified as a Certified Speaking Professional. It was quite the journey to get here, though! Hear Jimmy walk us through the process and tell us why this is important for other speakers to try and get as well.
00:00 Jimmy's choice in suit coats
05:46 "Reapplying for CSP Certification"
08:11 Failed Speaker Review Video
11:08 Videographer Hire: Costs & Requirements
16:06 Speaker Recognition and Status
20:11 Becoming a Professional Speaker
21:01 Joining Speaking Associations Explained
25:58 Collaborative Industry Improvement Insights
28:35 "Shopmonkey Expert Series in Chicago"