Public Speaking Best Practices - April 2024

It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered

New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst unveils her heart amid shattering circumstances and shows readers how to live assured when life doesn't turn out like they expected.What do you do when God’s timing seems questionable, His lack of intervention hurtful, and His promises doubtful?Life often looks so very different than we hoped or expected. Some events may simply catch us off guard for a moment, but others shatter us completely. We feel disappointed and disillusioned, and we quietly start to wonder about the reality of God’s goodness.Lysa TerKeurst understands this deeply. Bu... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07BB5R38P
• ASIN: B07BB5R38P
• Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson

Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds

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 s... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00F1RE1MK
• ASIN: B00F1RE1MK
• Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press

TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking

New York Times Bestseller  “Catnip for all the TED fans out there.” —Publishers Weekly“The most insightful book ever written on public speaking . . . a must-read.” —Adam Grant, Wharton professor and New York Times best-selling author of Give and Take and Originals Since taking over TED in 2001, Chris Anderson has shown how carefully crafted talks can be the key to unlocking empathy, spreading knowledge, and promoting a shared dream. Done right, a talk can electrify a room and transform an audience’s worldview; it can be more powerful than anything in written form.This “inval... [Read More]

• ASIN: B011H55RTA
• ASIN: B011H55RTA
• Manufacturer: Mariner Books

Present! A Techie's Guide to Public Speaking

The ultimate interactive public speaking guide from tech speakersPoornima Vijayashanker and Karen Catlin that prepares and encourages techies to discover their expertise, confidently share it, and successfully level up in their careers.Techies around the world can now jump start and grow their speaking careers with the book, Present! A Techie's Guide to Public Speaking, written by tech leaders, Poornima Vijayashanker and Karen Catlin. The book serves as a resource for technology professionals who want or need to develop the skills to communicate their expertise effectively, whether in a meetin... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01BCXHULK
• ASIN: B01BCXHULK

The Speaker: The Tradition and Practice of Public Speaking

Speech is both a skill and a field of study. Today, however, the rich tradition of speech communication studies is either reduced to a few quick mentions of Aristotle and Cicero, or at worst, lost altogether. Why have we forgotten where we come from, and more importantly, why are we not sharing those origins with our students? In The Speaker, the authors bring tradition to the forefront of public speaking instruction while also maintaining the skills aspect. The text fuses the ageless speech principles developed during the Classical Period with more contemporary advances. This combination prov... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1598718177
• ASIN: 1598718177
• ISBN: 1598718177
• Manufacturer: Fountainhead Press

Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges

• ASIN: B00U6DNZK8
• ASIN: B00U6DNZK8
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry

Do you ever wonder what is happening inside your brain when you feel anxious, panicked, and worried? In Rewire Your Anxious Brain, psychologist Catherine Pittman and author Elizabeth Karle offer a unique, evidence-based solution to overcoming anxiety based in cutting-edge neuroscience and research. In the book, you will learn how the amygdala and cortex (both important parts of the brain) are essential players in the neuropsychology of anxiety. The amygdala acts as a primal response, and oftentimes, when this part of the brain processes fear, you may not even understand why you are afraid. By... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00QG5SW58
• ASIN: B00QG5SW58
• Brand: New Harbinger Publications
• Manufacturer: New Harbinger Publications

Resonate: Present Visual Stories that Transform Audiences

• ASIN: 0470632011
• UPC: 352959182086
• ASIN: 0470632011
• ISBN: 0470632011
• Brand: John Wiley Sons
• Manufacturer: John Wiley and Sons

Communicating for a Change: Seven Keys to Irresistible Communication

• ASIN: B001E2WM54
• ASIN: B001E2WM54
• Manufacturer: Multnomah

The Beginner's Photography Guide: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Manual for Getting the Most from Your Digital Camera

The Beginner's Photography Guide, 2nd Edition is DK's bestselling manual for any novice photographer who wants to unlock the potential of their new digital camera.Assuming no prior knowledge, this guide's easy-to-follow, step-by-step layout makes it accessible as it takes you through every technique you need to create stunning images, from exposure to flash to image enhancement. Handy checklists provide a quick rundown of the equipment and camera settings for each technique, and at-a-glance comparison images show how camera settings can produce remarkably different results. Hundreds of inspira... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1465449663
• ASIN: 1465449663
• ISBN: 1465449663
• Brand: Chris Gatcum
• Manufacturer: DK

Expository Apologetics: Answering Objections with the Power of the Word

Apologetics is for everyone. The Bible is clear that all believers are called to defend their faith. However, if apologetics is the formal process that we have come to expect, this sounds like an impossible task. But what if apologetics could be part of natural, normal conversation—both from the pulpit and in everyday life? Aimed at preparing you to clearly and confidently defend your faith, Expository Apologetics sets forth an approach to apologetics that is rooted in Scripture and eminently accessible. Filled with real-world examples and practical advice, this book will equip you with the ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B016WOAICW
• ASIN: B016WOAICW
• Manufacturer: Crossway

Steal the Show: From Speeches to Job Interviews to Deal-Closing Pitches, How to Guarantee a Standing Ovation for All the Performances in Your Life

“An indispensable guide for introverts and extroverts alike.” — Inc. MagazineA Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller   Every interaction is a performance, and much of our success—professional and personal—hinges on being able to inspire an audience. And while some people seem to be naturals in the spotlight, this ability very rarely derives from talent alone.  Confident communication is a skill, and anyone can learn how to do it.   In Steal the Show, New York Times best-selling author, top-rated corporate speaker, and former professional actor Michael... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00NKQLDMU
• ASIN: B00NKQLDMU
• Manufacturer: Mariner Books

Reading Law: The Interpretation of Legal Texts

In this groundbreaking book by best-selling authors Justice Antonin Scalia and Bryan A. Garner, all the most important principles of constitutional, statutory, and contractual interpretation are systematically explained in an engaging and informative style-including several hundred illustrations from actual cases. Never before has legal interpretation been so fascinatingly explained. Both authors are individually renowned for their scintillating prose styles, and together they make even the seemingly dry subject of legal interpretation riveting. Though intended primarily for judges and the law... [Read More]

• ASIN: 031427555X
• UPC: 884226422415
• ASIN: 031427555X
• ISBN: 031427555X
• Brand: West Group
• Manufacturer: West

Coming to Wholeness: How to Awaken and Live with Ease (The Wholeness Work Book 1)

If you want a way to have an easier and more satisfying life, this book may well be the elusive “how to” you’ve been searching for.A series of crises in the author’s life led her on an intensive search for solutions. The result is a new method of personal transformation that is simpler, gentler, more direct, and also appears to be more effective and dependable than previous approaches. What makes Wholeness Work unique is that it’s based on a spiritual teaching about awakening—but goes farther to offer a method that’s specific, precise and universally accessible. You don’t need ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07JD89Z32
• ASIN: B07JD89Z32
• Manufacturer: Real People Press

Set Your Voice Free: How to Get the Singing or Speaking Voice You Want

The greatest vocal coach in the world will help you get the voice you want. Every time we open our mouths, we have an effect on ourselves and the way others perceive us. The ability to speak clearly and confidently can make or break a presentation, an important meeting, or even a first date. Now, with the advent of Skype, YouTube, podcasting, Vine, and any number of reality talent competitions, your vocal presence has never been more necessary for success or more central to achieving your dreams.Roger Love has over 30 years of experience as one of the world's leading authorities on vo... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01DSTTQCM
• ASIN: B01DSTTQCM
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

TED TALKS: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking

TED TALKS: The Official TED Guide to Public

• UPC: 166625759
• Rating: 4.5

Iconquer Speech Anxiety : A Workbook to Help You Overcome Your Nervousness about Public Speaking

Does nervousness about public speaking overwhelm you? Have you tried to avoid public speaking most of your life? iConquer Speech Anxiety is a practical and comprehensive guide to help anyone overcome the nervousness and anxiety

• UPC: 22871116

Public Speaking Super Powers: Unleash Your Inner Speaking Superhero and Communicate Your Message with Confidence (Hardcover)

IF PUBLIC SPEAKERS WERE SUPERHEROES, WHAT WOULD THEIR SUPERPOWERS BE?AND, COULD YOU DEVELOP THOSE SUPERPOWERS YOURSELF?Author Carma Spence asked these questions of dozens and dozens of speakers and discovered the answer was, "Yes!"Three out of

• UPC: 962670235
• Rating: 4.0

The Untold Secrets to Mastering Public Speaking: The Best Tips You Will Read This Year - eBook

Does the idea of speaking in front of a large group thrill you or send chills down your spine? When asked unexpectedly to address a large gathering, are you composed and able to think on

• UPC: 838874753

How to Develop Self-Confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking

Drawing on Dale Carnegie's years of experience as a business trainer this book will show you how to overcome the natural fear of public speaking, to become a successful speaker and even learn to enjoy

• UPC: 55494282

How to Give Your Best Speech or Presentation Ever : A Step-By-Step Manual for Speaking in Public

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• UPC: 11071856

Public Speaking: The Ultimate Public Speaking Guide on How to Deliver a Ted Talk - Presentation Secrets of the World's Best Speakers - eBook

How do you inspire a whole generation; how do you weave words, hit the innermost yearnings of your audience, say little but blow their minds; and then get a standing ovation in the end? How

• UPC: 871668750

Public Speaking: Principles and Practice - eBook

This book is designed to set forth the main principles of effective platform delivery, and to provide a large body of material for student practice. The work laid out may be used to form a

• UPC: 470715579

Paid To Speak: Best Practices For Building A Successful Speaking Business - eBook

Covering every aspect of launching, building, and maintaining a successful speaking career, Paid to Speak is a must-read for professional speakerswhether keynote speaker, motivator, coach, trainer, facilitator, or consultantas well as those aspiring to a

• UPC: 814481010

Public Speaking in a Week: Teach Yourself

Public Speaking In A Week is a simple and straightforward guide to mastering the art of public speaking, giving you everything you need to know in just seven short chapters. From writing and delivering the

• UPC: 53719099