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Getting the CSEP Designation — Just Do It!

Getting the CSEP Designation—Just Do It!

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By: Elaine Wagner CMP CSEP, MAC Meetings and Events

Obtaining my CSEP in 2001 was an accomplishment that I personally was very
proud of, of course! I feel it increased my acceptance by the event community,
especially as I produce a number of events every year in cities other than
my own. I have had event professionals that I contract with remark on my
designation as “Oh, good- you know what you are doing!” I hire from the ISES
membership whenever possible because of the level of confidence I have in the
success of my events. The sense of accomplishment I always feel has made me
more confident and surefooted when trying out new ideas.
Holding on to the certification is simple! Just keep doing your job in the best
way possible and have a file that you dump into those things that will help in the
process. Become more active in your chapter, get on the board, help it grow and
encourage others to obtain the CSEP designation.
My advice to those considering going for their CSEP - JUST DO IT! I promise
you will not regret it! You will feel such satisfaction that you might want to check
your height before and after. I know I must have grown a foot when I succeeded!
And 10 years later, I have not shrunk yet!