Do you get tongue-tied at the mere thought of speaking in public? Would you rather swim with sharks or undergo a tax audit than face an audience? Well, you’re not alone. According to the Book of Lists’ list of humans’ greatest fears, the fear of death is our fourth greatest fear, while fear of public speaking commands a solid first place.
Now from Roger E. Axtell, one of America’s most accomplished public speakers, here’s a book guaranteed to turn even the most stage-shy mumbler into a great communicator.
Geared primarily, but not exclusively, for business people, this amusing and informative guide can show you how to possess the powers of public persuasion you’ve always dreamed of having. Whether it’s making a pitch to the board of directors, or prepping the sales force, stating your case to the town council, or being interviewed on live TV, Do’s and Taboos of Public Speaking can help you to be an intelligent, articulate, confident, and likable presence in front of any audience you’ll ever face.

• Surefire techniques for controlling fear, preparing for and organizing a business presentation or speech, using body language and humor, getting the most out of audio and audio/visual equipment, speaking in front of the camera, and much, much more
• Helpful hints from successful business speakers and such greats as Winston Churchill, Lee Iacocca, Red Barber, Roger Ailes, and Charles Osgood
• Special chapters on humor and roasts, speaking internationally, and even how to become a professional speaker

This workbook is designed to help non-native English speakers improve their knowledge and understanding of core legal terminology. Includes crosswords, puzzles and word games to test English vocabulary, and a combination of self-study exercises and practical speaking activities mean that this book is ideal for both home- and class-based study.

One of the issues of the series "Real American". "REAL American" - a series of training programs for the American conversational English. "REAL American" is aimed at developing speaking, improved understanding of the language listening and learning interpretation. In this issue "Real American / Frankly Speaking" presents topics related to many different aspects of life in the United States: family, friends, identity, nature, pets, sports, traditions, holidays and weekdays, music, hobbies, etc.

Off the Cuff: What to Say at a Moment's Notice
Impromptu speaking requires both timing and tact. With practice, spontaneity and the confidence the ability to make planned remarks seem ad-libbed and conversational can be learned. This book is a comprehensive approach to speaking for all occasions, and a guide to knowing what to say, when to say it, and how to say it right. It will teach you how to:
Say a few words whenever and wherever called upon.
Make your arguments clear, concise, and effective.
Add depth to any new product announcement.
Provide wisdom and comfort at a friend's funeral.
Craft original speeches and presentations.
Collect quotes that communicate volumes with just the right "few words."
Map out your communication through a fill-in-the-blank process.
Know how the colors you wear will influence an audience.
And much more.

Now it's time to learn how to do it easily, effectively, and fearlessly...in front of a group.