Hosted by the University of Southern California and presented by National Speakers Association Greater Los Angeles Chapter.

During this dynamic, content rich event, you will learn how to:

• Become a stronger, more engaging presenter
• Build instant rapport with every audience member
• Quickly structure your speech for maximum impact
• Powerfully use stories to educate and entertain
• Secure more paid speaking engagements
• Capture and hold every audience’s attention
• Discover proven techniques for handling distractions
• Observe the styles and techniques of some of the best in the business

Symposium Presenters

The Art of Connection...
Making A Difference from The Platform presented by Glenna Salsbury

No one in the world has your thumb print, your DNA or your voice pattern. No one has had your precise life experience. No one has your unique philosophical insights and wisdom. No one can connect with an audience with the unique presence that you bring.

Are you sharing The Authentic You™ in all your richness with your audiences? Your ability to discover and communicate your unique message is the essence of powerful platform presence. Glenna will identify specific ways for you to enhance your effectiveness (and your joy!) in your calling as a speaker. This may well be the pivotal message of your entire career. Don't miss it!

Something transformational happens in an audience when you communicate from the very center of who you really are. When you are fully present, heart and soul, lives are changed. You have “An Enduring Influence”.

How do you access the essence of the unique you?

We will together consider several “avenues of access” which will help you identify your own authenticity. These will include:

• Finding your own voice
• Unearthing your own stories
• Creating an atmosphere of intimacy
• Learning the art of rhythm
• Daring to let the real you shine through

Come and expect to discover how to have an exciting and, perhaps, a newfound platform presence!

Interesting Facts Related to Audience/Speaker Connectedness

1. The primary elements for creating audience connection are not:
   1. Providing fascinating facts
   2. Providing informative content
   3. Smooth delivery

2. Rather, the primary elements are:
   1. Use of his/her eyes to connect with individuals
   2. Speaking conversationally, as if with friends
   3. Demonstrates a genuine sense of humor
   4. Conveys confidence and authenticity

Biographical Information for Glenna Salsbury, CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame

Glenna Salsbury provides keynotes and seminars nationally and internationally. Glenna graduated from Northwestern University and holds a Masters Degree from UCLA and a Masters from Fuller Seminary.

An active member of the National Speakers Association, Glenna has received the highest awards given in the realm of professional speaking.

In her personal life Glenna was married to the late Jim Salsbury, a former Detroit Lion and Green Bay Packer. She resides in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Professional Storytelling Techniques
presented by Jim Cathcart, CSP, CPAE

• Learn how the top professional speakers use storytelling to imprint their messages on their audiences.
• Discover how to find your own stories
• See how to bring stories alive
• Recognize what amateur speakers do that kills their chances of success
• Hear examples of stories that have stood the test of time
• Understand the concept of a "Signature Story" to craft your own

Even business speakers and educators can increase their impact through the intelligent use of stories.

Come hear one of the world's top professionals as he gives you a peek behind the curtain.

About Jim Cathcart, CSP, CPAE

• Past national president of The National Speakers Association
• Speaker Hall of Fame, Certified Speaking Professional, Cavett Award,
• Golden Gavel Award, Lifetime Achievement Award
• Author of 16 books including 2 international bestsellers

The Power of Speaking from the Heart: How to Tell Your Personal Story
presented by Allison Massari

In this live demonstration Allison Massari will tell several of her most popular signature stories. Then Glenna and Jim will apply the lessons learned throughout the Symposium to show you how to why the stories are so powerful. Diuring this session, you will learn:

• What it takes to tell your personal story
• A powerful step-by-step process to edit and prepare speeches
• How to feel connected to your audience before you step onto the stage
• The art of weaving humor, tragedy, and life lessons into a very short speaking segment

Allison Massari is an international keynote speaker, business performance coach and life coach expert. She was recently honored as the #1 Rising Star in Speaking by National Speakers Association. Her most recent presentation was at TEDxZaragoza in Spain on "The Future of Happiness". Allison is one of 10 people in the world asked to teach solutions for post-traumatic stress in the international documentary movie "ReSolve" (2012). She is a painter and sculptor whose work is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, FL.

Meeting at a Glance

8:30 AM - First timers welcome and orientation
9:00 AM - President’s Welcome
9:05 AM - Glenna Salsbury
10:30 AM - Break
12:00 PM - Buffet lunch
1:00 PM - Jim Cathcart
2:00 PM - Allison Massari
3:00 PM - Program concludes

Pricing

Advance Meeting Reservation:
(by 5:00PM on Thursday, January 12 2012)

• NSA/GLAC members/apprentices - $49
• GLAC Platinum members - $39
• USC Professors - $49
• Students - $49
• Business Associates - $49

After January 12 2012, prices increase by $20.00

Your tuition includes:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• A program packed with practical tools to boost your business

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