The Truth About Confident Presenting
brings together 51 powerful “truths” about public
speaking:. It covers everything you need to know to prepare well, manage anxiety, deliver
effectively, connect with your audience, and succeed!
The Truth About Confident Presenting brings together 51 powerful “truths” about public
speaking:. It covers everything you need to know to prepare well, manage anxiety, deliver effectively, connect with your audience, and succeed!
Authored by top business consultant James O’Rourke, this book offers real solutions for the obstacles and fears faced by every presenter. You’ll discover:
• what makes people listen, and what instantly turns them off
• how to prepare effectively, not obsessively
• how to scope out your audience and muster evidence that’ll convince them
• when and how to listen
• how to manage anxiety and establish a great first impression and much more...
Part of The Truth About Series, each title covers an entire field of knowledge in a sharp and entertaining way. With approximately 50 honest answers to important questions in every book, you will find yourself thinking ‘aha’ as you read each page.
The Truth and nothing but The Truth.
James O'Rourke is Professor of Management at the University of Notre Dame, where he directs the Eugene D. Fanning Center for Business Communication. He is a trustee of The Arthur W. Page Society and the Institute for Public Relations; a member of the Reputation Institute and Management Communication Association; and a consultant to companies throughout North America.