As We Speak: How to Make Your Point and Have It Stick [Paperback]

A practical and empowering guide to public speaking and becoming a more effective, persuasive communicator in all areas of life.

The world is full of brilliant people whose ideas are never heard. This book is designed to make sure that you’re not one of them.

Even for the most self-confident among us, public speaking can be a nerve-racking ordeal. Whether you are speaking to a large audience, within a group, or in a oneon- one conversation, the way in which you communicate ideas, as much as the ideas themselves, can determine success or failure.

In this invaluable guide from two of today’s most sought-after communication experts, you’ll learn to master three core principles that you can apply in a wide variety of situations:

Content:Construct a clear and lucid architecture of ideas that will lead your listener through a memorable emotional experience.

Delivery:Use your voice and body in ways that engage your audience and naturally support your message.

State:Bring yourself into peak performance condition. The way you feel when you perform is the most frequently overlooked component of communication.

Accessible, inspiring, and laden with useful tips,As We Speakwill help you discover your authentic voice and learn to convey your ideas in the most powerful and unforgettable way possible.Peter Meyersis the founder of Stand & Deliver Consulting Group. An award-winning actor, he currently teaches performance and leadership skills at Stanford University, Esalen Institute, and IMD-International Institute for Management Development, Lausanne Switzerland.
Shann Nixis an award-winning journalist, novelist, playwright, and radio talk show host. INTRODUCTION

YOU’RE WAITING IN the dark, about to go onstage to give your big presentation. Your palms are wet. You’re pacing back and forth, thumbing through your notecl3ã