The elements of great public speaking : how to be calm, confident, and compelling / J. Lyman MacInnis.
Material type: TextPublisher: Berkeley, Calif. : Ten Speed Press, [2006]Copyright date: ©2006Description: viii, 148 pages ; 18 cmContent type:- text
- unmediated
- volume
- 1580087809
- 9781580087803
- 808.51 22
- PN4129.15 .M34 2006
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Includes index.
Introduction: Talk isn't cheap -- Ch.1. The right topic -- Ch.2. Managing fear -- Ch.3. What, where, when, and to whom -- Ch.4. Before you begin to write the speech -- Ch.5. Writing the speech -- Ch.6. Visual aids -- Ch.7. Rehearse, rehearse, rehearse -- Ch.8. Delivery -- Ch.9. Question and answer periods -- Ch.10. Dealing with the media -- Ch.11. Impromptu speaking -- Ch.12. Introducing and thanking a speaker -- Ch.13. Acting as a master of ceremonies -- Ch.14. Presenting and accepting an award -- Ch.15. Delivering a eulogy -- Ch.16. Proposing a toast -- Ch.17. Chairing a meeting -- Ch.18. Becoming a more interesting speaker -- Ch.19. Don't wreck your career at the lectern.
"Great speakers aren't just born; they prepare and they practice. THE ELEMENTS OF GREAT PUBLIC SPEAKING takes the fear out of taking the podium, distilling essential techniques and tricks for just about any speaking occasion. Experienced businesspeople, nervous students, best men, and eulogists alike can benefit from the author's simple, direct, and tested advice on everything from body language and word choice to responding to the audience and overcoming stage fright. Because there's no such thing as a boring topic?Įjust boring speakers?ĮELEMENTS shows how to look, sound, and act like someone worth listening to.Reviews?ĺThe go-to guide for anyone about to stand up and say something. . . A practical guide to thumb through before every speech, whether it's your first or 500th.?Ĺ ?ĮUSA Today"--Publisher description.
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