Steal the show : from speeches to job interviews to deal-closing pitches, how to guarantee a standing ovation for all the performances in your life
by Port, Michael, 1970- (Author)
Summary
Full of essential advice for spotlight lovers and wallflowers alike, this book will teach you how to bring any crowd to its feet. Your day is full of moments when you must persuade, inform, and motivate others. Each of those moments requires you to play a role, to heighten the impact of your words,... Full description
- The performer's mindset. Find your voice ; Play the right role in every situation ; Crush your fears and silence the critics
- Powerful performance principles. Have a clear objective ; Act "as if ..." ; Raise the stakes ; Say "yes, and ..." ; Be in the moment ; Choose early and often
- A master class in public speaking. How to craft captivating pitches, speeches, and stories ; How to create and tell stories that make 'em laugh or cry ; How to rehearse and stage world-class performances ; How to produce powerful openings, commanding closings, and amazing audience interaction ; How to improvise your way into the hearts and minds of the toughest crowds ; How to get a standing ovation every time
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- All's well that ends well
- The cheat sheet : the 50 public speaking tips you can't afford to ignore lf you want to wow your audience and win praise and plaudits every time.