CSP Overview 3

Question 1

What category of evidence must CSP applicants submit to satisfy the 'client diversity' requirement?

Accepted Answer

Speaking fees earned from multiple different clients and industries

Answer

Client diversity means demonstrating paid engagements across a variety of clients and sectors, not reliance on a single repeat client.

Question 2

What is the Global Speaking Fellowship (GSF), in relation to the CSP?

Accepted Answer

An international credential for CSP holders who speak in multiple countries

Answer

The GSF is an elite international credential available only to existing CSP holders who demonstrate a global speaking career.

Question 3

Which best describes the role of testimonials and evaluations in the CSP application?

Accepted Answer

They provide documented proof of audience and client satisfaction

Answer

Client evaluations and testimonials are required documentation that substantiate the applicant's professional impact and client satisfaction.

Question 4

When was the CSP designation first established?

Accepted Answer

1980

Answer

The CSP was established in 1980 by the National Speakers Association to provide a professional benchmark for the speaking industry.

Question 5

A speaker who earns most of their income from training programs but also delivers keynote speeches — how does the CSP treat this income mix?

Accepted Answer

Only income from platform speaking engagements typically counts toward the CSP fee thresholds

Answer

CSP criteria focus on income specifically from professional platform speaking engagements, so applicants must parse which revenue streams qualify.

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