Don't let the cat get YOUR tongue
Confident communication in speeches and presentations can propel you to success at your job or in your business.
In this book you will discover how to: MANAGE the fear of public speaking Melt the "plastic person" and become AUTHENTIC Learn how to PRACTICE your speech without having to memorize it all Transform your IDEAS into speeches quickly Discover powerful speech STRUCTURES Learn time-tested RHETORICAL DEVICES to create memorable phrases "Find the Funny" and effectively use HUMOR Develop DYNAMIC Openings and closings Create engaging STORIES that will keep an audience hanging on your every word Learn key DELIVERY techniques

This book shows you exactly what one has to say to be more popular, persuasive and confident in any social situation. Brian Tracy--Author--The Power of Charm Your success in business first depends on your ability to attract more prospects. Diane provides a path and a plan for getting the ear of not just more prospects, but the right prospects. Mark LeBlanc-Author-Growing Your Business and Never be the Same Diane is on target Small talk is a big way to personally engage with your customers. Dan Day--Author--Brandtender Marketing This book gives you what you need to make meaningful connections right from the start Diane teaches it well, AND lives it authentically. Gaye Lindfors-Author-Find a Job: The Little Book for Big Success In this easy-to-read book, you will learn simple tips and techniques to: * Captivate conversation partners * Encourage people to open up to you * Navigate networking events * Remember names * Make sales by making friends * Turn small talk into BIG BUCKS

You can create a culture of respect at work and at home through the practical strategies and techniques taught in this book. From learning to take others' perspectives to creating a personal engagement plan to moving from gridlock to dialogue, you can be a carrier of respect. "Treating people with respect and valuing them is a universal language. Culture trumps strategy."-Howard Schultz, Starbucks' CEO Written in an easy-to-read conversational style, this short book will inspire you to spread respect far and wide.

Confidence can't be bought or sold, but it is a skill that can be learned. This easy-to-read, engaging book gives you both the mindset and the practical steps you can take to look and feel more confident when speaking, even if you have a speech tomorrow You will learn how to: -Speak with Passion -Focus on the Audience -Know Your Material -Use Notes Sparingly -Speak Conversationally -Practice and Rehearse -Stand and Move with Power and Purpose -Smile -Talk from Your Belly Button -Pace with Pauses -Eliminate Filler Words -Prevent Speech Disasters

Who needs this book? English teachers who want a once-a-week, year-long speech class Speech teachers looking to add some variety to their speech classes Home school co-ops wanting to offer a speech class After school enrichment programs Independent instructors offering speech classes And, of course, the students taking the class Features: 28 Lessons for a 30 Class Sessions Short Lessons (suggest 10 minutes of teaching time) Teaching Notes provide answers to fill-in-the-blanks Fun, interactive activities All assignment sheets included (nothing to photo copy) Every student speaks during every class (prepared or impromptu) Christian content for 2 lessons (can skip or modify, if desired) Links provided for online copies of forms Tested with students in 7th-11th grades Save time and enjoy your class

The Right Phrase for Every Situation . . . Every Time

You know that how you begin a business conversation or meeting sets the stage for success. But coming up with just the right words can be another matter. "Perfect Phrases for Icebreakers" has hundreds of ready-to-use phrases to get your interactions off on the right foot. From jump-starting meetings to motivating teams to turning any situation into a positive networking event, this streamlined guide provides you with the right words to: Highlight important topics in meetings or conversations Motivate people to share resources and support Add levity to personal or group interactions Inspire collaboration and creativity Pique curiosity about your message