10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking

After devouring this book, I immediately passed it to a client who is developing a speaking business. Lenny's book is full of real-life examples and practical tips for communicating clearly and powerfully. Whether you want to speak professionally or just communicate better in your day-to-day life, this is the book for you!

Throat dry and raspy? Hands damp and clammy, perhaps even a little shaky? Don't worry, chances are you're not coming down with the flu but simply about to speak in public. Why the majority of us are rendered incapable when standing before a group of faces, even loving ones, is a mystery. However, there is no mystery about the help for our podium petrification found in "10 Days To More Confident Public Speaking" by The Princeton Language Institute. After listening and practicing the useful tips found in this audio many will be almost as eloquent as reader Peter McHugh! Listeners are shown how to be laid back, be comfortable with their own unique selves, and, of great importance, given insider tips on establishing an instant rapport with an audience. Suggestions as to how to integrate humor abound, as well as memorization techniques. Once a speaker knows the words he or she wants are firmly in mind, there is an added comfort and confidence. Whether you going to be up before a local historical society or a judge, 10 DAYS TO MORE CONFIDENT PUBLIC SPEAKING is an invaluable aid. - Gail Cooke

10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking is in the mold of the Ken Blanchard books. It's practical examples make it easy reading, easy to implement. The first example I can think of was the section on voice mail, not only how to record your own voice mail message - content, pace & voice, but also how to leave a message so that your call is returned. It is working for me!While getting more compliments on my limited speaking engagements is important, I am so much more at ease preparing for them. My 8 year old daughter has told me I'm not as "cranky" the day before I speak. That makes it all worth while, compliments, feeling better before and after speaking, and most important harmony in family life. I can not say this book is a panacea for all public speaking concerns, it has been a catalyst for me.

The author has done a fine job in making the content of this book relate to both wanabe speakers and those already in the field.The three areas that I appreciated the most were: * the Internet sites given, * the Top Ten most influential and memorable speeches in history and * the Expect the Unexpected chapter.The style of writing that the author uses makes you feel that you are there with him as he explains the situation. He has truly made this a book that you can learn from and put into action.This will be a great resource for me to return to again and again. It'a great gift to give as well.

10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking is enjoyable to read and an excellent reference. The author's use of personal stories and many examples of effective speeches make this book fun and easy to read. He provides specific effective speaking tips throughout the book and I felt like I was learning without trying.My favorite part of the book is the section on overcoming speaking anxiety. It described me and how I feel when I speak. This section contains lots of background information on speaking anxiety and the author's top ten tips for overcoming it.I also enjoyed reading his top ten influential and memorable speeches. The book included excerpts from each speech which provided me both a quick history lesson and a reminder of how powerful a speech can be.I recommend this book for anyone who is interested in public speaking whether you are a beginner or an experienced speaker