The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking: 2nd Edition
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking: 2nd Edition

Author: Laurie Rozakis

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 1999-06-01

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 0786542527

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You're no idiot, of course. You can hold your own in water cooler conversation, are the life of the party at get-togethers, and have no problem firing a quick comeback at your smart-alecky friends. But when it comes to standing onstage in front of a group of people, you feel like you're the one in your underwear, not the audience. Don't hide behind the lectern just yet. The 'Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking, Second Edition' helps you feel confident and build the skills you need to deliver winning speeches and presentations. In this completely revised and updated Complete Idiot's Guide, you'll find: -Professional guidance on identifying your audience and adapting to the situation. -Expert advice on effective wardrobe and body language. -Useful pointers on how to tell jokes. -Valuable tips on handling hecklers and negative audiences. -Cutting edge information on using Powerpoint and other visual aids.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking

Author: Laurie Rozakis

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13: 9780028633831

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Stresses the value of being able to speak in public and offers advice on speech writing, handling specific types of speeches, preparing and rehearsing, overcoming stage fright, and delivering an effective speech

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reading Body Language
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reading Body Language

Author: Susan Constantine

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-04-02

Total Pages: 291

ISBN-13: 1615643370

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Using both photos and line art, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Reading Body Language reveals and explains the visual tells to be found in faces, eyes, and lips; the positions of hands, arms, and legs; stances; gestures; the uses of everyday objects; and more. Additionally, strategies to elicit body language are detailed as well.

Public Speaking For Dummies
Public Speaking For Dummies

Author: Malcolm Kushner

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-03-11

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 1118054091

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Tried-and-true tips for dazzling your audience Conquer your public speaking jitters and deliver a dynamite speech Anxious about public speaking? Have no fear! Use this friendly guide as your personal arsenal of tools to overcome stage fright and build a rapport with your audience. From researching your topic and preparing the room to crafting a riveting address, these savvy tips will help you deliver a masterful presentation. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: * Speak with confidence * Create spectacular visual aids * Add power with body language * Address international and virtual audiences * Answer questions the right way

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Power Words
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Power Words

Author: Scott Snair Ph.D.

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-05-05

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 1101032782

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At a loss for words The gift of understanding power words and phrases will allow readers to set themselves apart, be more assertive, and impress and inspire others. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Power Words also discusses how to develop and encourage clear-headed attention between parties, proactive listening techniques, genuine interest, and open-mindedness. Engaging in the craft of utilizing power words and phrases makes readers more important-and more influential. • Word power books continue to be popular • Provides practical, step–by–step advice for learning the words and phrases that will make all the difference when arguing a point

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Great Quotes for All Occasions
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Great Quotes for All Occasions

Author: Elaine Bernstein Partnow

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008-04-01

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 1440636303

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Say the right thing at the right time. This essential reference brings together well-known (and not-so-well-known!) speakers- including those from the Bible, actors, poets, humorists, scientists, and literary and political figures-whose ideas, activism, services, talent, and labor have influenced society. Perfect for speeches for every occasion, including graduations, weddings, retirement parties, anniversaries, public speaking engagements, and so on. * Presented in an intuitive, cross-referenced organization * Includes hilarious anecdotes and a short bio of each author, a brief contextual note for each quote, and an index of keywords to help you find the appropriate words for any occasion quickly

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Working Less, Earning More
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Working Less, Earning More

Author: Jeff Cohen

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008-09-02

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 1440636656

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A down-to-earth resource for a more-for-me life. Through practical information from an author who works about three days a week, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Working Less, Earning More will help readers get more time and more money by learning how to: • Think about the modern-day work ethic in a new way. • Set income-focused goals—and achieve them. • Build—and maintain—powerful relationships and networks. • Round out skill sets to be more marketable. • Maximize technology to minimize time spent on minutia. • Avoid time-wasters and efficiency traps.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to American Government
The Complete Idiot's Guide to American Government

Author: Melanie Fonder

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13: 9780028643533

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Explains how the government works and the functions of its many parts, covering such topics as the system of checks and balances, the Constitution, and the division of state and federal powers.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology

Author: Evans Lansing Smith

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 9781592577644

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The dictionary defines mythology as a collection of ancient tales handed down over millennia, mainly dealing with gods and goddesses, that explains the way the world works, from natural events to society at large. Many people think of the deities of Greece and Rome when they think of mythology, forgetting that almost every culture has its own set of myths to interpret and explain its distinct worldview, often showing striking and fascinating similarities to the classical myths most people are familiar with. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythologyexplores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe - the Americas, the Middle East and Africa, Asia, and more. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture, including Greece and Rome - striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Controlling Anxiety
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Controlling Anxiety

Author: Joni E. Johnston

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9781592575251

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Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress. It raises your energy to help you deal with a tense situation in the office, study hard for an exam, or stay focused on an important speech. In general, it helps you function. However, when anxiety becomes an excessive, irrational dread of everyday situations, it becomes a disabling disorder. In The Complete Idiot's Guide to Controlling Anxiety, readers will learn to- Understand the difference between what is normal anxiety and what's not. Spot anxiety triggers and boosters. Calm down with yoga and meditation. Make worries work in your favour.