How is NCST different from other speaker development groups?
You can read a full description of our mission on the "About" page, but in short, NCST is founded on the proposition that speakers and trainers, are speakerpreneurs. Our members are professional speakers committed to operating a thriving and healthy speaking business.
What makes NCST the "Speakers Resource"?
NCST was founded on a strong business-oriented foundation. We realize that many speakers aka professional development experts are specialists in speaking and training, but lack a formal business background. Many lack experience in important areas such as online and off-line marketing, social media management, prospecting and funnel building, setting up systems, establishing rates, creating passive income streams in their chosen niche and other things that make a difference in how successful a speakerpreneur will be.
Our goal is to provide ongoing resources and training to help each member build business and marketing skills for maximum success. We believe that developing individuals is the best business in the world, and that one of the keys to success is to realize that speaking can be a business, as well as an art. We want to provide the service and support that will help you create the career of your dreams!
What are the characteristics of a NCST member?
- Committed to the highest ethical standards of business conduct.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development in their respective speaking services fields.
- Serious about using technology and best practices to grow their businesses.
- NCST members serve clients with honesty, loyalty, and competence.
Is NCST in competition with NSA, toastmasters or a speakers bureau?
Absolutely not, NCST is a membership group helping individuals become speakerpreneurs. NCST members also belong to NSA, toastmasters and speaking bureaus. NCST is not an association but a mentorship program for speakers that need help growing their business. NCST has partnered with The Speakers Network which will provide participating members exposure and access to speaking bureaus, meeting planners and potential clients.
How long do you need to be a member to fully benefit?
NCST offers several resources for members in the form of audio, video, documents, ebooks, templates, articles, monthly teleseminars and products. In order for members to really utilize the resources, map out a priority map, and implement as they learn, a minimum commitment of three months is required. NCST offers self-study programs that are downloadable and do not require membership within NCST, click here for details.
Who are the members of NCST?
NCST members are independent professionals who provide speaking, training and coaching services. Members may include, but are not limited to:
- Speakers
- Authors
- Coaches
- Toastmasters
- Trainers
- Professional development experts
- Actors
- Performers
- Celebrities
- Business Owners
- Writers
- Media Professionals
- Teachers
- Consultants
- Radio Hosts
Who is served by the members of the NCST?
The members of NCST serve a broad clientele, including, but not limited to:
- Associations
- Faith-Based organizations
- Organizations
- Corporations
- Individuals
- Institutions