The essentials of persuasive public speaking
By: Sims Wyeth
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 165
ISBN-13: 9780393346046
Subjects: Public speaking; Persuasion (Rhetoric); Oral communication
Work titles: Zen monk had sweaty palms
Description: In this guide to presenting, the author counsels how to calm a thumping heart and reveals techniques on preparation, delivery, and visual aids as he offers stories and advice. And he does more than simply ease dread, he inspires with historical accounts and incisive observations on the power and purpose of speaking well. From advice on the pitch and pace of your speaking voice to admonishments against squirrel paw hands and data crammed PowerPoint slides, the author's pointers will give you the focus and confidence to stand up straight, lean forward, and tell your story well.
Notes: "Previous edition published under the title 'A Zen Monk Had Sweaty Palms: Pointers on the Path to Better PublicSspeaking'"--Title page verso.
Table of contents: title: The power speech; title: Preparation; title: Delivery; title: Design and use of visual aids; title: Special occasions.