How to Give a Speech: Easy-to-Learn Skills for Successful Presentations, Speeches, Pitches, Lectures, and More!

Your ability to speak confidently and persuasively is your most important asset. It helps you connect with people, share the ideas you’re most passionate about, and realize your dreams. This updated guide provides easy-to-learn skills that will take your speeches and presentations to the next level, so you enjoy public speaking more and make everything you say more memorable.

In this expanded edition of How to Give a Speech, actor and speech coach Gary Genard introduces you to The Genard Method of performance-based public speaking. Individuals and business teams around the world have used these techniques to build their confidence and skill and to speak with power and professionalism. You’ll discover the step-by-step method for reducing anxiety, organizing your material, improving your focus, engaging any audience, and telling your story with humor, style, and substance.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Calm your nerves and boost your confidence
  • Establish rapport with listeners
  • Develop a powerful message
  • Use storytelling, evidence, and visual aids
  • Create compelling openings and closings
  • Speak simply and powerfully
  • Use body language and improved vocal skills
  • Deal with resistance and think on your feet
  • Master the art of stage presence

This second edition of Dr. Genard’s classic guide includes new chapters on body language, presentation technology, acting techniques for public speaking, and presenting in the 21st century. More than ever, it’s the handbook of great speaking for novices, seasoned pros, and everyone in between.

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How to Give a Speech: Easy-to-Learn Skills for Successful Presentations, Speeches, Pitches, Lectures, and More!

Your ability to speak confidently and persuasively is your most important asset. It helps you connect with people, share the ideas you’re most passionate about, and realize your dreams. This updated guide provides easy-to-learn skills that will take your speeches and presentations to the next level, so you enjoy public speaking more and make everything you say more memorable.

In this expanded edition of How to Give a Speech, actor and speech coach Gary Genard introduces you to The Genard Method of performance-based public speaking. Individuals and business teams around the world have used these techniques to build their confidence and skill and to speak with power and professionalism. You’ll discover the step-by-step method for reducing anxiety, organizing your material, improving your focus, engaging any audience, and telling your story with humor, style, and substance.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Calm your nerves and boost your confidence
  • Establish rapport with listeners
  • Develop a powerful message
  • Use storytelling, evidence, and visual aids
  • Create compelling openings and closings
  • Speak simply and powerfully
  • Use body language and improved vocal skills
  • Deal with resistance and think on your feet
  • Master the art of stage presence

This second edition of Dr. Genard’s classic guide includes new chapters on body language, presentation technology, acting techniques for public speaking, and presenting in the 21st century. More than ever, it’s the handbook of great speaking for novices, seasoned pros, and everyone in between.

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How to Give a Speech: Easy-to-Learn Skills for Successful Presentations, Speeches, Pitches, Lectures, and More!

How to Give a Speech: Easy-to-Learn Skills for Successful Presentations, Speeches, Pitches, Lectures, and More!

by Gary Genard
How to Give a Speech: Easy-to-Learn Skills for Successful Presentations, Speeches, Pitches, Lectures, and More!

How to Give a Speech: Easy-to-Learn Skills for Successful Presentations, Speeches, Pitches, Lectures, and More!

by Gary Genard

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Overview

Your ability to speak confidently and persuasively is your most important asset. It helps you connect with people, share the ideas you’re most passionate about, and realize your dreams. This updated guide provides easy-to-learn skills that will take your speeches and presentations to the next level, so you enjoy public speaking more and make everything you say more memorable.

In this expanded edition of How to Give a Speech, actor and speech coach Gary Genard introduces you to The Genard Method of performance-based public speaking. Individuals and business teams around the world have used these techniques to build their confidence and skill and to speak with power and professionalism. You’ll discover the step-by-step method for reducing anxiety, organizing your material, improving your focus, engaging any audience, and telling your story with humor, style, and substance.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Calm your nerves and boost your confidence
  • Establish rapport with listeners
  • Develop a powerful message
  • Use storytelling, evidence, and visual aids
  • Create compelling openings and closings
  • Speak simply and powerfully
  • Use body language and improved vocal skills
  • Deal with resistance and think on your feet
  • Master the art of stage presence

This second edition of Dr. Genard’s classic guide includes new chapters on body language, presentation technology, acting techniques for public speaking, and presenting in the 21st century. More than ever, it’s the handbook of great speaking for novices, seasoned pros, and everyone in between.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780979631474
Publisher: Cedar & Maitland Press
Publication date: 11/05/2016
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 220
File size: 315 KB

About the Author

Gary Genard is one of America's leading speech coaches. As an actor and communications professor, he created The Genard Method to bring theater-based techniques to business leaders and other professionals with a need to influence audiences. Dr. Genard consults for corporations, governments, trade associations, the United Nations, both houses of Congress, and executives and leadership teams worldwide. He is the author of Fearless Speaking: Beat Your Anxiety, Build Your Confidence, Change Your Life and the weekly blog Speak for Success! In 2016 for the third consecutive year, Global Gurus ranked him as #11 on its list of the World's Top 30 Communication Professionals. You can find him at GenardMethod.com and follow him on Twitter @GaryGenard.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Second Edition; Maximize Your Natural Talents!; 1-Calming Your Nerves and Gaining Confidence; 2-Breathing Techniques for Public Speaking; 3-Organizing Your Materials and Telling Your Story; 4-Creating Dynamic Introductions and Conclusions; 5-Delivering Your Messages Successfully; 6-Using PowerPoint and Other Media; 7-Twelve Easy Ways to Achieve Presence and Charisma; 8-The Power of Your Voice; 9-The Visual You: Body Language; 10-Acting and Public Speaking; 11-Engaging and Persuading Audiences; 12-Dealing with Skeptical Audiences and Resistance; 13-Phone Conversations and Conference Calls; 14-Handling Q&A Like a Pro; 15-Nuts&Bolts: Practical Skills for Presenters; 16-Looking Ahead: The Future of Public Speaking
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