Midwest Speakers Academy
Richard J. Avdoian, CSP, MS, MSW
Richard Avdoain has worked extensively in the behavioral health field and with clients in over forty different industries providing programs and services in teamwork, leadership, employee development and customer service.
Meet Richard Avdoian
Richard Avdoian, CSP™ is a nationally recognized leadership and employee development expert. He is one of less than 17% of professional speakers worldwide who currently holds the profession's highest earned designation of Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and is a member of the National Speakers Association one of the 14 associations of the Global Speakers Federation.
Richard is the founder and CEO of Midwest Business Institute, and Midwest Speakers Academy, Metro St. Louis a leadership coaching, and training group and Men Mentoring Men Network in Metro St. Louis.
Nationally known as a high-energy speaker offering keynotes, seminars, and workshops that inspire, inform, and entertain, Richard combines book and street smarts to deliver content-rich, high-energy, and innovative carefully customized presentations. His credentials for employee development and teamwork expertise rank him amongst the top speakers in the United States and form the foundation for his ability to deliver excellent content material.
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Three Incredible Options
Speak With Confidence: Building a Strong Foundation
$199.00
One-Four Week Group Session. Bundle and SAVE! Check Out Making The Leap From Free to FEE >>>>>
*Live Group Training (Virtual and Recorded)
*Why Choose This Course: This course empowers individuals with the confidence and abilities needed to deliver compelling presentations and speeches, regardless of prior experience.
By mastering these techniques, you'll be equipped to deliver speeches and presentations that leave a lasting impression and achieve your professional goals.
Richard will transform even the most nervous speaker into a confident professional.
Course Highlights:
*Comprehensive Course: Consisting of four 30-minute sessions with an additional 15 minutes for Q&A. This course covers essential skills for crafting and delivering a concise 20-minute presentation that showcases your expertise.
*Proven Strategies: Whether speaking to an individual or a small or large group, you'll learn how to develop clear and persuasive communication techniques, and how to deliver your message confidently and convincingly.
*Immediate Application: Gain practical skills that make presentations more manageable. Learn to handle impromptu remarks with ease and respond adeptly to challenging questions from your audience.
Next Steps:
Schedule a 15-minute FREE consultation (click the button below to email Richard).
Complete the Application (we'll send you the application after your FREE consultation).
Select Session:
October Session: Wednesday, 9th, 16th, 20th, 27th, 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Eastern
November Session: Wednesday, 4th, 11th, 18th, 15th, 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Eastern
December Hybrid Session: TWO-Sixty Minute sessions followed 30-minute Q&A. Wednesday, December 10th & 17th, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
(Sessions cannot be combined)
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Making The Leap: From Free To Fee
$3,850.00
Twelve 60-minute One-to-One Sessions. Get both the Speaking with Confidence Course and Making the Leap Course for $3,447.00!
*Twelve 60-minute Personal One-on-One Training sessions scheduled with Richard over six months.
*Why Choose This Training: This course provides practical tools and strategies to propel your speaking career forward, equipping you with the confidence and skills needed to command speaking fees and deliver impactful presentations.
This intensive training is tailored for individuals with prior speaking and presentation experience who are ready to elevate their skills and transition into a professional speaking career.
*Who Should Attend: Ideal for speakers looking to monetize their speaking engagements, entrepreneurs seeking to diversify their service offerings, and professionals aiming to enhance
their public speaking skills for career advancement.
*Training Focus: Participants will have the opportunity to refine existing presentations or develop new ones under expert guidance. The training goes beyond critiquing fundamental delivery skills such as platform presence, storytelling, and effective communication techniques.
Key Learning Objectives:
*Crafting Compelling Presentations: Learn advanced techniques to enhance the impact and engagement of your presentations.
*Transitioning to a Speaking Career: Gain insights on effectively marketing yourself as a professional speaker or integrating speaking and training services into your company’s offerings.
Program Highlights:
*Personalized Feedback: Receive constructive critiques to polish your delivery style and storytelling abilities.
*Business Strategies: Explore strategies for pricing your speaking services, negotiating
contracts, and building a client base.
Next Steps:
Schedule a 15-minute FREE consultation
Complete the Application
The date and Time of your sessions are mutually agreed upon by you and Richard.
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Individual Coaching with Richard Avdoian, CSP™
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Richard Will Tailor Your Coaching Sessions To Meet Your Career Goals
Are you interested in unlocking your potential as a professional speaker and entering the professional speaking arena?
With our expert coaching services, you will master the art of presentation skills, from impactful delivery to engaging storytelling, and discover what it takes to thrive in the world of professional speaking.
Elevate your career and influence with Richard's guidance and unleash your full speaking potential today!
Options: Six or 12-month Individual sessions tailored by Richard to meet your goals.
Next Steps: Contact Richard for a 15-minute FREE consultation
Mental Health: Unleash Your Inner Strength
By Whole Care Network |
This is the first of a three-part series Celebrating You – Conquering Obstacles to Personal Growth and Happiness by by Richard Avdoian, CSP™. Mr. Avdoian will be spearheading the Whole Care Network’s Speakers Bureau and is currently offering speaking courses available on the Whole Care Network. Let’s face it: When most of us hear the…
Enhance Your Speaking Career with Richard Avdoian
By Whole Care Network |
The Whole Care Network welcomes Richard Avdoian to the WCN Family. Richard is one of less than 17% of professional speakers worldwide who currently holds the profession’s highest earned designation of Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and is a member of the National Speakers Association one of the 14 associations of the Global Speakers Federation. Get…
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