The Elements of Great Public Speaking

by Macinnis, Lyman

• ISBN13: 9780307357335
• ISBN10: 0307357333
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-01-06
• Publisher: Random House of Canada Ltd

Summary

There is no such things as a boring topic, just boring speakers.

Great speakers aren’t just born; they prepare and they practice. The Elements of Great Public Speaking takes the fear out of taking the podium by distilling essential techniques and tricks for just about any speaking occasion, and it shows you how to sound and act like someone worth listening to. Experiencd business people, nervous students, best men and eulogists alike will benefit from MacInnis’ simple, direct advice on everything from body language and word choice to responding to the audience and overcoming stage fright.

Author Biography

Lyman MacInnis has given thousands of public addresses over the last four decades. He is a former columnist for the Toronto Star and the Financial Times, and the author of twelve books.

Table of Contents

THANKS

INTRODUCTION: Talk Isn’t Cheap

CHAPTER 1: The Right Topic
CHAPTER 2: Managing Fear
CHAPTER 3: What, Where, When, and to Whom
CHAPTER 4: Before You Begin to Write the Speech
CHAPTER 5: Writing the Speech
CHAPTER 6: Visual Aids
CHAPTER 7: Rehearse, Rehearse, Rehearse
CHAPTER 8: Delivery
CHAPTER 9: Question and Answer Periods
CHAPTER 10: Dealing with the Media
CHAPTER 11: Impromptu Speaking
CHAPTER 12: Introducing and Thanking a Speaker
CHAPTER 13: Acting as a Master of Ceremonies
CHAPTER 14: Presenting and Accepting an Award
CHAPTER 15: Delivering a Eulogy
CHAPTER 16: Proposing a Toast
CHAPTER 17: Chairing a Meeting
CHAPTER 18: Becoming a More Interesting Speaker
CHAPTER 19: Don’t Wreck Your Career at the Lectern

INDEX