Professional Speaking

Since taking over TED in the early 2000s, Chris Anderson has shown how carefully crafted short talks can be the key to unlocking empathy, stirring excitement, spreading knowledge, and promoting a shared dream. Done right, a talk can electrify a room and transform an audience's worldview. Done right, a talk is more powerful than anything in written form.

Whether you are looking to position yourself as an industry expert, extend your sphere of influence, or gain the support and backing of vital constituencies, The 7 Principles of Public Speaking will give you the tools you need to achieve your goal.

Master the Art of Public Speaking to your professional audiences Public speaking need not be a daunting task. This skill is crucial for self-employed heads of new companies shaping their branding and identity to potential customers. You are the product and if you cannot engage your audience, your are reducing your chances of the success of your new business. Research from leading communication experts has shown that structured practices and mindful strategies can drastically enhance speaking abilities. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll uncover inside this transformative guide: 10 Effective...

Make your move into, or improve your position in, the powerful world of professional speaking. If you think you have what it takes to speak professionally, or you've already been doing so with insufficient reward, now is the time to make your move. Weiss has packed the guide with tips, resources, helpful examples, and checklists that make it easy for you to keep a record of your progress. Whether you're a trainer, workshop leader, or consultant, Million Dollar Speaking has what you need to get on the paid public-speaking circuit in no time.

What you need to know to protect your designs and get them built as you envision them; how to get and keep clients and become their trusted advisor and professional—every architect needs the answers in this concise, thorough, and listenable guide.

The Art of Letting Go is all about organizing the mess in your mind. It's about how to stop focusing on the past that is over, or the future that may never occur, and being present in the situations that you can actually have agency in.

MSNBC’s Mehdi Hasan isn’t one to avoid arguments. He relishes them as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value—and can also simply be fun.

Are you keen to grow a career as a full-time professional speaker? It can be done, and it can be very lucrative, but only if you go about it correctly. You will have to treat it as a serious business. Veteran professional speaker and business author Douglas Kruger helps you to carve years off your learning curve by introducing you to the business end of the speaking profession. In this audiobook Douglas covers all the how-to of building a successful full-time speaking career.

If you want to sound like a leader, stop speaking like a team player. Speak Like a CEO is the definitive guide to mastering executive-level communication without the fluff, filler, or fragile qualifiers that sabotage authority. Whether you're climbing into leadership or already sitting at the table, your words are your strategy—and weak language kills strong ideas. This isn’t another book about being confident or networking better. It’s a tactical playbook for professionals ready to shed people-pleasing speech patterns and start commanding rooms with clarity, control, and calculated ...

Do you give presentations at meetings? Do you ever have to explain a complicated subject to audiences unfamiliar with your field? Do you make pitches for ideas or products? Do you want to interest a lecture hall of restless students in subjects that you find fascinating? Then you need this book. Make It Clear explains how to communicate - how to speak and write to get your ideas across.

Are you determined to boost your public speaking skills to the next level? Aspiring to leave a memorable impression every time you present? Do you desire to weave the potent threads of influence and persuasion seamlessly into your business narratives? If these objectives align with your goals, then Public Speaking Professional is your indispensable guide.

Are you a marketer considering using public speaking, seminars, workshops and live marketing events to attract new clients - but don't know how to get started? Successful Seminar Selling from Live Marketing expert and Professional Speaker Philip Calvert, is the ultimate guide to boosting sales and profits through seminars and workshops. This practical and comprehensive book has been completely revised and updated from its original acclaimed edition, and reveals the secrets of how small businesses and sales teams can dramatically increase sales and profits by hosting their own seminars, ...

Are you ready to step onto the stage and share your groundbreaking ideas with a global audience? "Talk Your Way To The Top" is the ultimate guide for action-takers ready to make their mark on the famous TEDx stage. This book is tailored for individuals who are driven, seeking immediate results, and willing to take decisive action to secure their place among the world's top thought leaders. What you will learn: How to land a TEDx Talk. How to write your talk. How to market your talk. The forword is written by John Tarantino who achieved 23M views for his TEDx talk, Redemption Stories in 2023...

Speak with clarity. Lead with confidence. Influence without shouting. In today’s fast-paced professional world, being heard is not about being the loudest in the room—it is about being the clearest. Presence & Persuasion: Elevating Your Voice Without Shouting is a practical, thought-provoking guide for professionals who want to communicate with confidence, authority, and authenticity, without overexplaining, overjustifying, or overcompensating. Whether you are often interrupted, routinely asked to provide more evidence than your peers, or hesitant to speak up in high-stakes moments, ...

It’s time to take charge of your future and create the career you’ve always dreamed of! Becoming a public speaker is a great way to create a personal brand and enjoy the amazing opportunities that comes with it. With a philosophy of no question is dumb or too small, this concise and to-the-point book will give you a wealth of practical tips, knowledge, and advice to start becoming a great speaker. This book contains lots of lists and clear examples that will help you learn how to address audiences of all sizes in a way that educates, entertains, and doesn’t annoy them with unwanted ...

Learn a step-by-step process for how to become a professional speaker and earn paid speaking engagements. The author and narrator Dr. Kevin Snyder has keynoted speeches and training programs for over 1,000,000 people through 1,150+ audiences in all 50 states and numerous countries. In this audiobook, Kevin shares his blueprint for where to start in professional speaking and how to organize a successful business in speaking.

What if 7 seconds could change your entire career? Research proves that people form lasting impressions of you in just 7 seconds—and 93% of that impression comes from your body language, not your words. You walk into important meetings feeling invisible. You deliver great ideas that somehow get overlooked. You know you're capable, but others don't seem to see it. The problem isn't your competence—it's your presence. "The Authentic Presence" reveals the science-backed secrets of confident body language that successful people use every day. This isn't about manipulation or fake confidence...

What will I learn? Discover the Power of Words. Master Clear Thinking and Language for Impactful Communication. Learn to Structure Your Thoughts for Effective Speaking. Learn to speak fluently with strategic exercises. Learn how to be more articulate in every conversation.

Delivering a speech can be nerve-wracking, especially when you don’t do it frequently. The pounding heart, trembling hands, and almost overwhelming urge to flee. Rest assured, you're far from alone. But imagine a path rooted in time-tested ancient wisdom that can transform you from a hesitant speaker to someone capable of leaving a lasting impression on your audience.

Saying the right thing isn't just about feeling comfortable. It's also essential for building successful relationships, getting ahead at work, and increasing your income. To get what you want, you have to know how to ask for it, how to negotiate, how to react. That's where Lisa Marshall's audiobook comes in. With proven strategies and practical action plans, Smart Talk will help you resolve conflicts, strengthen your natural charisma, and master the art of persuasion.