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Say it like Obama : the power of speaking with purpose and vision / Shel Leanne.

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: New York : McGraw-Hill, [2009]Copyright date: ©2009Description: xxiii, 214 pages ; 21 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 007161589X
  • 9780071615891
Other title:
  • Power of speaking with purpose and vision
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 808.51092 22
LOC classification:
  • PN4129.15 .L42 2009
Contents:
1. The Speech That Started It All -- 2. Earning Trust and Confidence -- 3. Breaking Down Barriers -- 4. Winning Hearts and Minds -- 5. Conveying Vision -- 6. Driving Points Home -- 7. Persuading -- 8. Facing and Overcoming Controversy -- 9. Motivating Others to Action and Leaving Strong Last Impressions -- 10. The Speech That Made History - Again.
Summary: "In speech after speech, Barack Obama has "fired up" millions of enthusiastic supporters with his inspiring vision, rousing rhetoric, and charismatic presence His outstanding communication skills gave rise to an unprecedented political movement and fueled Obama's success in becoming the first African American presidential nominee of a major U.S. political party. But inspiring and persuading millions isn't simply a product of innate ability - Barack Obama honed techniques that made him a highly effective speaker before audiences numbering thirty to 200,000. These techniques are vital not only in the political arena, but also for business executives, managers, and leaders from all walks of life. This book is about the art of persuasion, the power of presentation, and the most effective techniques of communication. From building strong arguments and facing tough issues to inspiring a team or workforce to new levels of innovation and productivity, Say It Like Obama gives you the tools you can use to instill positive change at every level of your organization by learning how to: Make a strong first impression; Use body language and voice; Establish common ground; Gain trust and confidence; Win hearts and minds; Drive your points home; Convey your vision through imagery and words that resonate; Build to a crescendo and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're a manager, executive, or public speaker, a teacher, business owner, or community leader, Say It Like Obama will provide you with presentation techniques that have inspired and mobilized audiences of every size."--Publisher.
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 213-214).

1. The Speech That Started It All -- 2. Earning Trust and Confidence -- 3. Breaking Down Barriers -- 4. Winning Hearts and Minds -- 5. Conveying Vision -- 6. Driving Points Home -- 7. Persuading -- 8. Facing and Overcoming Controversy -- 9. Motivating Others to Action and Leaving Strong Last Impressions -- 10. The Speech That Made History - Again.

"In speech after speech, Barack Obama has "fired up" millions of enthusiastic supporters with his inspiring vision, rousing rhetoric, and charismatic presence His outstanding communication skills gave rise to an unprecedented political movement and fueled Obama's success in becoming the first African American presidential nominee of a major U.S. political party. But inspiring and persuading millions isn't simply a product of innate ability - Barack Obama honed techniques that made him a highly effective speaker before audiences numbering thirty to 200,000. These techniques are vital not only in the political arena, but also for business executives, managers, and leaders from all walks of life. This book is about the art of persuasion, the power of presentation, and the most effective techniques of communication. From building strong arguments and facing tough issues to inspiring a team or workforce to new levels of innovation and productivity, Say It Like Obama gives you the tools you can use to instill positive change at every level of your organization by learning how to: Make a strong first impression; Use body language and voice; Establish common ground; Gain trust and confidence; Win hearts and minds; Drive your points home; Convey your vision through imagery and words that resonate; Build to a crescendo and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're a manager, executive, or public speaker, a teacher, business owner, or community leader, Say It Like Obama will provide you with presentation techniques that have inspired and mobilized audiences of every size."--Publisher.

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