Help for such areas of public speaking as finding "the seed" in every speech, conquering stage fright, customizing different talks for specific audiences, projecting a professional image, motivating and involving listeners, and dealing with the problems of hecklers, faulty equipment, and poor staging.
Help for such areas of public speaking as finding "the seed" in every speech, conquering stage fright, customizing different talks for specific audiences, projecting a professional image, motivating and involving listeners, and dealing with the problems of hecklers, faulty equipment, and poor staging.
Help for such areas of public speaking as finding "the seed" in every speech, conquering stage fright, customizing different talks for specific audiences, projecting a professional image, motivating and involving listeners, and dealing with the problems of hecklers, faulty equipment, and poor staging.
Written by one of 'the most exciting keynote speaker in the UK', this is no ordinary book on presentations. Shay McConnon shares with you the secrets that professional speakers use to make a real impact and a memorable impression on their audience. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned pro - this book will give you tips and techniques that will take you to the next level.
Written by one of 'the most exciting keynote speaker in the UK', this is no ordinary book on presentations. Shay McConnon shares with you the secrets that professional speakers use to make a real impact and a memorable impression on their audience. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned pro - this book will give you tips and techniques that will take you to the next level. REVIEWS: "'Shay's raw talent together with his passion for the audience and his material make for a magical experience.' Siemens 'His engaging style of presentation...captivates his audience whatever their background or current state of motivation.' Director, Walkers Snack Foods 'A speaker of rare effectiveness.' Chairman, Dorset Quality Forum" AUTHOR BIOG: Shay McConnon is a professional speaker and founder member of the Professional Speakers Association. He is also a professional magician and uses his wide range of skills to make his presentations and workshops fun and memorable. Shay works with leading companies in Europe and the USA. Location: based in Barton-on-Sea, Hampshire. CONTENTS: 1. Planning your presentation 2. Constructing your Message 3. Choosing your visual aids 4. Open and close with impact 5. Question and answer session 6. Developing confidence and controlling your nerves 7. Your style of delivery 8. Never be boring again 9. Which planet is your audience from? 10. Fishing with Chicken Vindaloo? 11. How the pros handle the unexpected 12. Humour for speakers 13. Go for it 14, Appendices About the author Index.
Ideas are the currency of the twenty-first century. In order to succeed, you need to be able to sell your ideas persuasively. This ability is the single greatest skill that will help you accomplish your dreams. Many people have a fear of public speaking or are insecure about their ability to give a successful presentation. Now public speaking coach and bestselling author Carmine Gallo explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks, which have redefined the elements of a successful presentation and become the gold standard for public speaking. TED ? which stands for technology, entertainment, and design ? brings together the world's leading thinkers. These are the presentations that set the world on fire, and the techniques that top TED speakers use will make any presentation more dynamic, fire up any team, and give anyone the confidence to overcome their fear of public speaking. In his book, Carmine Gallo has broken down hundreds of TED talks and interviewed the most popular TED presenters, as well as the top researchers in the fields of psychology, communications, and neuroscience to reveal the nine secrets of all successful TED presentations. Gallo's step-by-step method makes it possible for anyone to deliver a presentation that is engaging, persuasive, and memorable. Carmine Gallo's top 10 Wall Street Journal Bestseller Talk Like TED will give anyone who is insecure about their public speaking abilities the tools to communicate the ideas that matter most to them, the skill to win over hearts and minds, and the confidence to deliver the talk of their lives. The opinions expressed by Carmine Gallo in TALK LIKE TED are his own. His book is not endorsed, sponsored or authorized by TED Conferences, LLC or its affiliates.
This book is a perfect tool to use to create your speech, learn how to deliver on your promise to your audience, connect with the audience, avoid common mistakes and be seen as a professional speaker even if you haven't done much speaking In this book, the author will show you step-by-step how to create and deliver powerful presentations, master the artful science of public speaking, and deliver impact speeches. Inside you'll discover: -Effective tips and exercises to build your confidence and presentation skills -The secrets great speech makers use to captivate and inspire audiences -The 8 biggest mistakes most speakers make and how to avoid them -Why audiences seek speakers who are authentic human beings vs. slick and synthetically polished. Whether you are speaking to influence large groups, presenting to win a sales contract from a small group, or on the public speaking circuit, you will find that this book offers a wide variety of innovative tools, useable tips, and resources to help you become a more dynamic and commanding speaker. With this book, you'll discover how easy and natural it can be to inspire and influence any audience! Buy this book now.
The "bible" of the professional speaking industry, including ideas on how to pick strong topics for speeches, guidelines for setting fees, how to book oneself, and more. Sample worksheets and agreements to customize are also included.