Title:
How to speak so people really listen : the straight-talking guide to communicating with influence and impact / Paul McGee.
Author:
McGee, Paul, 1964- author.
Publication Information:
Chichester, West Sussex : Capstone, a Wiley Brand, 2017.
Call Number:
HF5718.22 .M334 2017
Abstract:
"Learn how to inspire your audience with best-selling author Paul McGee! Everyday we're faced with situations where we have to speak to or persuade others. You might be an expert on your topic, you might be the most confident presenter going, but do you struggle to get your audience engaged and inspired by what you're saying? Paul McGee has 20 years' experience as a presenter and can show you how to speak so people really listen; a vital skill that can have a huge impact on your career and personal success. Learn to recognise the 7 most common mistakes made by speakers and presenters and more importantly, learn how to avoid them. Written in Paul & rsquo;s down to earth and approachable style, How to Speak so People Really Listen will: Teach you how to deal with nerves Show you what your body language says about you Inspire you to speak with clarity for ultimate impact Give you 15 powerful and practical strategies to get your audience to sit up and shut up when you stand up to speak"-- Provided by publisher.
"Provides readers with 15 powerful and practical strategies to get your audience to sit up and shut up when you stand up to speak"-- Provided by publisher.
ISBN:
9780857087201
Physical Description:
xi, 220 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Introduction: Why this stuff really matters -- Part 1: The Seven Great Sins of Speaking: Sin 1: A failure to make your message sticky or memorable ; Sin 2: Drowning people in detail ; Sin 3: A failure to consider or understand your audience's needs ; Sin 4: Focusing on features rather than selling benefits ; Sin 5: Winging it ; Sin 6: Showing slides that suck... the life out of your audience ; Sin 7: Taking people on a pointless ramble -- Part 2: Eight Great Ways to Speak so People Really Listen: Way 1: Get real ; Way 2: Get your attitude into gear ; Way 3: Start at the end ; Way 4: Sort out your skeletons ; Way 5: Grab 'em by the eyeballs ; Way 6: Become an artist ; Way 7: Learn lessons from JC, Jo, and the Greek guy ; Way 8: Shine at question time -- Part 3: I'm Glad You Asked That... : Question 1: Is it possible to get rid of my nerves before presenting? ; Question 2: Is it ever appropriate to use humour in my presentation? ; Question 3: How important is body language when communicating with others? ; So what's next for you? ; So what did you think?
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