The Truth about Confident Presenting, 3rd Edition : Becoming a Better Speaker in Ten Easy Steps / James S. O'Rourke.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

O'Rourke, James S., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Public speaking.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (185 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Anthem Press, [2024]

Summary:

More than four dozen basic truths about successful, confident public speaking are explained in accessible, brief chapters by a master of the art.

Contents:

Cover

Endorsements

Half-Title

Title

Copyright

Contents

Foreword

Introduction

Truth 1 Public speaking is not easy, but it's certainly doable

Truth 2 The key to success is preparation

Truth 3 Rehearsal is essential

Truth 4 Emulating good speakers makes you better

Truth 5 Establish goals for your presentation

Truth 6 A presentation is a learning occasion

Truth 7 Talk is the work

Truth 8 Know what your audience is looking for

Truth 9 There is a difference between speaking and writing

Truth 10 Preparing a presentation is a relatively simple process

Truth 11 Begin by analyzing your audience

Truth 12 Know your audience

Truth 13 Understand what makes people listen

Truth 14 Your speaking style makes a difference

Truth 15 Anticipate the questions your audience brings to your presentation

Truth 16 Listening matters

Truth 17 Being an active listener brings real benefits

Truth 18 You can overcome the barriers to successful communication

Truth 19 Develop support for your presentation

Truth 20 Understand the power of your content

Truth 21 The kinds and quality of evidence matter to your audience

Truth 22 Structure can help carry an inexperienced speaker

Truth 23 Find support for your presentation

Truth 24 Use the Internet to support your presentation

Truth 25 The Truth Matters

Truth 26 Select a delivery approach

Truth 27 Your introduction forms their first impression

Truth 28 Begin with a purpose in mind

Truth 29 Keep your audience interested

Truth 30 Conclusions are as important as introductions

Truth 31 Have confidence in your preparation

Truth 32 Repeat the process as often as possible

Truth 33 All speakers get nervous

Truth 34 Recognize anxiety before it begins

Truth 35 Deal with nervous behaviors.

Truth 36 Keep your nervousness to yourself

Truth 37 Most information is transferred nonverbally

Truth 38 The nonverbal process can work for you

Truth 39 Nonverbal communication has specific functions

Truth 40 Nonverbal communication is governed by key principles

Truth 41 Nonverbal communication has an effect on your audience

Truth 42 Visual aids can help your audience understand your message

Truth 43 Understand visual images before you use them

Truth 44 Choose the right visual.

Truth 45 Use PowerPoint effectively.

Truth 46 Consider speaking without visuals

Truth 47 Assess the mood of your audience

Truth 48 Answer the audience's questions

Truth 49 Handle hostility with confidence

Truth 50 Know as much as possible about the location

Truth 51 Use the microphone to your advantage

Truth 52 Know your limits

References

Acknowledgments

About the Author.

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ISBN:

9781839992032

1839992034

9781839992025

1839992026

OCLC:

1428258032