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overcome self-doubt, communicate clearly, and inspire your audience
1 online resource (xiv, 238 pages) : illustrations
"Public speaking is a 'universal advantage'--a skill that gives you a leg up in nearly any profession or situation--and the single greatest requirement for great speaking is confidence. When you learn to communicate with confidence, it bleeds over into every area. Because this book utilizes a wholistic approach that addresses the entire person and not just exterior skills, your confidence on stage will follow you off stage"--
Introduction: The Framework for Confidence -- The Big Three -- Part I. Determine Your Identity -- You Are the Message -- Determine and Discover -- Your Anchors: Values and Mission -- Navigating the Obstacles, Part I -- Navigating the Obstacles, Part II -- Part II. Define the Message -- The Elements of a Confident Message -- The What: Your Content -- The Who: Your Audience -- The Power of Systems -- Standard Speech Systems -- Spontaneous Speech Systems -- Rambling Reduction Systems -- Part III. Develop New Skills -- Increase Skills, Increase Confidence -- The Power of Pauses -- Voice and Clarity -- Vocal Variety -- Nonverbals -- Conclusion.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2022