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8.17.2009 e-books An article published in the New York Times , “Moving into a digital future, where textbooks are history,&# discussed the changes taking place in education, specifically the move from written textbook to e-books. A flood of letters/responses are presented in the Times of August 16, 2009, many lamenting the rise of the e-book. The traditional printed text presents information through one channel; the e-book from several. MORE
If you’re a speaker, or if you want to speak, you should write a book. But if, having heard that, you still don’t have a book, it’s probably because: You aren’t really that serious about this speaking thing, or. You don’t believe you really need a book, or. I’m betting the reason you haven’t published a book yet is because of something in #3. I’ve been working on a book for the past two years. MORE
In a book that is in part the machinations of The Good Wife and in part the political farce of Yes Minister, Barton Swaim shares insights he gained into the life of a speechwriter during the second term of South Carolina governor Mark Sanford. Cultural Differences Speechwriting Book Review MORE
Xmas is coming and I am feeling jolly… With that in mind, pick a book, any book (that I’ve written), and get a free PDF. Go to my book site, www.paullima.com/books and chose from fiction, personal stories, books on writing … Continue reading → MORE
The advice book "Decisions" will be published by Citadel Press January 1, 2020. On Amazon , the book ranks 2,267,262. Unfortunately, Dilenschneider's book branding is associated with the attempt to distract attention from Gabriel Sherman's "The Loudest Voice in the Room." " He tried that by placing an ad in The New York Times Book Review section for a vanity biography of Ailes. Yes, a book still can be a promotional tool. MORE
You might find it valuable to create a report or e-book from a presentation. You can then make the e-book/report available for download, or even print it. My e-book Slide Design for Non-Designers was originally an online presentation, but I’ve sold many more copies as an e-book. But how do you turn a presentation into a report or e-book? You can now insert them as images into your report or e-book. Formatting your report or e-book. MORE
This is why we’re talking today about how to book more business by […]. The post Leveraging your Uniqueness to Book More Business with Jessica Pettitt appeared first on Jane Atkinson. This is why we’re talking today about how to book more business by leveraging your uniqueness. Check out Jessica’s book, Good Enough Now, HERE. The Wealthy Speaker Podcast being unique to book business book more business jessica pettitt setting yourself apart from competitio MORE
Speakers say they don’t get booked enough. The post Why Aren’t You Getting Booked More? Most Recent Post Speaker Marketing building a speaking business Get Paid to Speak getting more speaking bookings marketing professional speakerWhenever we do a survey of our clients, the same results come back time and time again. So, what might be the cause? Let’s explore a few key areas to get your ideas flowing and taking action in the right direction. MORE
Book Writers, you do not have to pay several thousand dollars to get your book published by a vanity press or vanity publisher. I’ve self-published 20+ books, and it hasn’t cost me a cent to make my books … Continue reading → Trust me. MORE
The post PR Strategies to Book More Business with Courtney Love Gavin appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Quote: “I just want to make PR a lot more approachable and people to know that it’s not a luxury.” MORE
Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur: How to publish a book, by Guy Kawasaki and Shawn Welch. When I eventually got to it, I read the entire book cover to cover in a single day. This book is for anybody who has or is considering writing, publishing and distribution an ebook, and will save you hours of time and frustration. Books Writing book review MORE
Book Review: Produce, Price and Promote Your Self-Published Book by Paul Lima – [link] Self-publishing is no guarantee that you will sell millions of copies. Paul Lima then goes on to tell you all you need to know to … Continue reading → MORE
I want to apologize to users of my Interpersonal Communication Book , 14th edition. The Interpersonal Communication BookA paragraph was omitted in the printing. The following paragraph would be inserted on page 130 before "Personal Distance." Intimate Distance. In intimate distance , ranging from actual touching to 18 inches, the presence of the other individual is unmistakable. Each person experiences the sound, smell, and feel of the other’s breath. MORE
It is not a long book, and it is very easy reading. However, it is the type of book that you keep going back to. Stephen is a remarkable person, and he has written a remarkable book. Books deaf reviewObstacle Illusions: Transforming Adversity into Success. Stephen J. Hopson was born deaf but quickly learned to speak and began attending public school. MORE
It’s a pleasure to review a book that has changed not only how I achieve results, but most importantly has affected the results that I choose to achieve. This is a book that you can immediately gain from. I’ve read many such books, and this is the first one that has made a permanent change to the way that I work. One simple idea in the book is to carry in your bag a small number of ready to mail Thank You cards. MORE
The true value of Tim Pollard’s excellent new book is conveyed by the subtitle: Mastering the Art and Science of Exceptional Presentation Design. While much of the literature on what makes a ‘compelling communicator’ focuses on cultivating delivery skills and stage presence, Pollard rightly consigns these topics to a brief Epilogue. Rather, his focus on […]. Public Speaking Speechwriting presentation design MORE
Kjeldsen, Amos Kiewe, Marie Lund and Jette Barnholdt Hansen Reviewed by Neil Hrab, Rhetoric Editor, Vital Speeches of the Day A Book We’ve Long Awaited Speechwriters have hoped for a long time to see a book like this appear in print. Speechwriting Book ReviewSpeechwriting In Theory and Practice, by Jens E. MORE
Today, there are hundreds of books on the market that can help people become better speakers and presenters.… … Build Your Skills Resources books featured inspirationThe best way to become a better speaker is — wait for it — to get up on stage and speak. We never learn faster than when we have “skin in the game”. But we can also learn from others. MORE
If you are a regular visitor to this blog, you might … Continue reading → Book Review Der TED-Effekt Florian MueckI want to wish all readers Happy New Year. I hope that 2017 is a happy, healthy and successful one for you and for those whom you hold dear. MORE
Leonard Shlain’s latest, and final, book is a tour-de-force. Leonardo’s Brain: Understanding Da Vinci’s Creative Genius follows from the spirit of the author’s previous books, most notably The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image and Art & Physics: Parallel Visions in Space, Time, and Light. Taken together, the three books examine […]. Deep End Book Review Leonardo da Vinci MORE
Remember: Literacy is more than reading. Does your local school teach the students how to become literate in every way? Reading and writing, yes, but also speaking? Public speaking gets left out of many classroom agendas. Too often, it’s “handled” by English classes. But students deserve learning opportunities to speak in all subject areas: math, […]. Presentation skills Speaker coaching MORE
Book Your Session Now! The post Book Your Session Now! I’ll be taking 6 live Focus 40 sessions at NSA’s Influence conference this year. Click here for details. appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Events live event NSA Influence Conference MORE
If you want to make better presentations, and I think most of us do, Visual Thinking is a presentation design book aimed at real people with a message to share. … Book Reviews Design Principles Resources Visuals books featured Presentation Design Reviews Visual Aids Visual LanguageA resource for people who have presentations to create as part of their work or studies, and who aren’t professional designers. MORE
Last week, I talked about how to convert a presentation to a report or e-book. This week, I want to show you how to design a cover for that report or e-book in PowerPoint. If you aren’t a designer and yet want to design an e-book or report cover in PowerPoint, you’ll find it a simple way to go. But an e-book (I’m not talking about a Kindle book) can be any size. It gives the book more pages. Insert the cover into your report or e-book. MORE
And the cherry on top – developing a sales strategy for booking more speaking gigs. The post Developing a Sales Strategy for Booking More Speaking Gigs appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Booking Speeches Emerging Speaker Rising Superstar Speaker Seasoned Speaker Speaking Business Strategy booking more gigs developing a sales strategy finding speaking gigs hiring a salesperson hiring an agent list building prospecting sales strategy MORE
In his new book, Speaking Up Without Freaking Out , Matt Abrahams provides the nervous presenter 35 easy-to-use techniques for understanding, managing and minimizing fear of speaking in public. Abrahams' book is a convenient 5" x 7", perfect to fit into a jacket pocket or briefcase for quick reference. For anyone struggling with some degree of presentation fear and anxiety, get this book for your bookshelf [or pocket]. MORE
Cultural Differences Technology Book Review start upsPeople in Limerick like to point out that Angela’s Ashes is more a story of Frank McCourt’s life in a dysfunctional family with an alcoholic father than it is about growing up in the Ireland of the 1930s. I’d like to point out that Dan Lyons has written more of a story about one dysfunctional […]. MORE
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This book is a practical guide for computer programmers (or any office worker) who want to get more fit and healthy. While the book is clearly geared towards computer programmers, it would only take a minor adjustment to call it something like “The Healthy Office Worker” While the book uses the Agile programing methodology as a framework, (sprints, retrospectives, unit testing etc), the contents are relevant to anybody spending most of their work days sitting at a computer. MORE
Others are writing a book but keep getting in their own way. The award-winning bestselling author of over 40 books, Allie […]. The post Write Your Book Using The Chunky Method With Allie Pleiter appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Others are writing a book but keep getting in their own way. The award-winning bestselling author of over 40 books, Allie continues to release multiple books every year while speaking on creative productivity. MORE
Here is the TOC for a new book by Sharon Drew Morgen who asked me to post this and to alert readers of this coming book. The book is called What? The book will be out in December at which time I''ll try to post the first chapter. I''m happy to do so. Did you really say what I think I heard? Foreword 1 Author’s notes 3 Introduction 4 Section 1: How do we hear others? 16 Chapter 1: What do we hear? MORE
The book provides an interesting view of the history and growth of computers, seeing through the eyes of the hackers; the somewhat elusive group of people that have never cared much for contention, have pushed the limits of both computing hardware and software, and have at the same time engage in headed and headstrong arguments about computers, hardware and software. The book discusses three main groups of hackers, representing the early era’s of modern computing. MORE
It’s my favorite quotes from George Burns, and for “The Pin Drop Principle” it sums up both the book’s number one strength, and its number one weakness: Strength : The book is written from a strong acting and stage perspective, by two gentleman who clearly know their art, and how to apply it to business presentations. The acting insights throughout the book serve a purpose, are relevant, and offer pointers and ideas. The Pin Drop Principle. MORE
This book is for anybody looking for an inside view into the growth of one of the biggest brands in the world. Marketers, techies or anybody wanting to learn what it is like working at Google should ready this book. The book provides Insights into Google as it grew from startup to large business, and provides some valuable lessons to take into our own organisations. If you just want to find out about Google, there are plenty of shorter and easier to read books. MORE
Thomas Friedman, in the most useful book on modern change that I read this past year, asserted that point plainly: “In the 21st century, knowing all the answers won’t distinguish [.] The post Change Leadership & Communication Books to Read in 2020 appeared first on Duarte. Business Strategy books change communication data datastory leadership Nancy Duarte MORE
I will be doing a Zoom book launch for my new novel, Geri. I’d introduce myself and the book, read several passages, and answer any questions about the … Continue reading → The launch would be on a weekday at 7 p.m Eastern time. MORE
Social Media Book Review The Circle is a dystopian view of Silicon Valley set in a future time that could be, oh, sometime the day after tomorrow. Dave Eggers has crafted a story set in the corporate campus environment of a fictional social media company that will seem all too familiar to anyone who has spent time in the [.]. Culture Shock! MORE
The post How to Get Booked with More Associations with Mary Byers appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Quote: “My favourite thing about associations is that they are all committed to making the world a better place.” MORE
Am I writing my final book? I have written 25 or more books (I’ve honestly lost count), all but three or four of which are still for sale (print, epub, Kindle and PDF in most instances; check them out at … Continue reading → MORE
——— Today, there are hundreds of books about … Continue reading → Book Review Presentation Guru books Presentation public speakingI am one of the co-founders of Presentation Guru, a digital magazine for public speaking professionals. This post is part of a series designed to share the great content on Presentation Guru with the Manner of Speaking community. MORE
If you are a regular visitor to this blog, you might … Continue reading → Book Review Der TED-Effekt Florian MueckI want to wish all readers Happy New Year. I hope that 2017 is a happy, healthy and successful one for you and for those whom you hold dear. MORE
Like a great presentation, Nancy Duarte's new book, resonate: Present Visual Stories That Transform Audiences is engaging, relevant and passionate. The book is fundamentally about how to use story to create presentations that produce an emotional impact on the audience. As Nancy says in the introduction, "This book is simultaneously an explanation, a how-to guide, and a business justification for story-based messaging." MORE
Join me to hear publishing expert Chad Allen share what you must include in your book proposal to get it to the top of the heap. The post Putting Together a Killer Book Proposal with Chad Allen appeared first on Jane Atkinson. MORE
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SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
——— Today, there are hundreds of books about … Continue reading → Book Review Presentation Guru books Presentation public speakingI am one of the co-founders of Presentation Guru, a digital magazine for public speaking professionals. This post is part of a series designed to share the great content on Presentation Guru with the Manner of Speaking community.
Speaker Launcher
SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
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Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2020
I will be doing a Zoom book launch for my new novel, Geri. I’d introduce myself and the book, read several passages, and answer any questions about the … Continue reading → The launch would be on a weekday at 7 p.m Eastern time.
Speaker Launcher
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Join me to hear publishing expert Chad Allen share what you must include in your book proposal to get it to the top of the heap. The post Putting Together a Killer Book Proposal with Chad Allen appeared first on Jane Atkinson.
Manner of Speaking
JANUARY 10, 2017
If you are a regular visitor to this blog, you might … Continue reading → Book Review Der TED-Effekt Florian MueckI want to wish all readers Happy New Year. I hope that 2017 is a happy, healthy and successful one for you and for those whom you hold dear.
Manner of Speaking
JANUARY 10, 2017
If you are a regular visitor to this blog, you might … Continue reading → Book Review Der TED-Effekt Florian MueckI want to wish all readers Happy New Year. I hope that 2017 is a happy, healthy and successful one for you and for those whom you hold dear.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
JUNE 28, 2019
Kjeldsen, Amos Kiewe, Marie Lund and Jette Barnholdt Hansen Reviewed by Neil Hrab, Rhetoric Editor, Vital Speeches of the Day A Book We’ve Long Awaited Speechwriters have hoped for a long time to see a book like this appear in print. Speechwriting Book ReviewSpeechwriting In Theory and Practice, by Jens E.
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
AUGUST 19, 2013
This book is a practical guide for computer programmers (or any office worker) who want to get more fit and healthy. While the book is clearly geared towards computer programmers, it would only take a minor adjustment to call it something like “The Healthy Office Worker” While the book uses the Agile programing methodology as a framework, (sprints, retrospectives, unit testing etc), the contents are relevant to anybody spending most of their work days sitting at a computer.
The Communication Blog
JUNE 24, 2015
I want to apologize to users of my Interpersonal Communication Book , 14th edition. The Interpersonal Communication BookA paragraph was omitted in the printing. The following paragraph would be inserted on page 130 before "Personal Distance." Intimate Distance. In intimate distance , ranging from actual touching to 18 inches, the presence of the other individual is unmistakable. Each person experiences the sound, smell, and feel of the other’s breath.
The Presenter's Blog
FEBRUARY 1, 2013
It’s a pleasure to review a book that has changed not only how I achieve results, but most importantly has affected the results that I choose to achieve. This is a book that you can immediately gain from. I’ve read many such books, and this is the first one that has made a permanent change to the way that I work. One simple idea in the book is to carry in your bag a small number of ready to mail Thank You cards.
Speaker Launcher
MAY 21, 2019
And the cherry on top – developing a sales strategy for booking more speaking gigs. The post Developing a Sales Strategy for Booking More Speaking Gigs appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Booking Speeches Emerging Speaker Rising Superstar Speaker Seasoned Speaker Speaking Business Strategy booking more gigs developing a sales strategy finding speaking gigs hiring a salesperson hiring an agent list building prospecting sales strategy
Presentation Guru
MARCH 8, 2018
If you want to make better presentations, and I think most of us do, Visual Thinking is a presentation design book aimed at real people with a message to share. … Book Reviews Design Principles Resources Visuals books featured Presentation Design Reviews Visual Aids Visual LanguageA resource for people who have presentations to create as part of their work or studies, and who aren’t professional designers.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
JULY 16, 2015
In a book that is in part the machinations of The Good Wife and in part the political farce of Yes Minister, Barton Swaim shares insights he gained into the life of a speechwriter during the second term of South Carolina governor Mark Sanford. Cultural Differences Speechwriting Book Review
Succeed Speaking
AUGUST 25, 2015
If you’re a speaker, or if you want to speak, you should write a book. But if, having heard that, you still don’t have a book, it’s probably because: You aren’t really that serious about this speaking thing, or. You don’t believe you really need a book, or. I’m betting the reason you haven’t published a book yet is because of something in #3. I’ve been working on a book for the past two years.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Xmas is coming and I am feeling jolly… With that in mind, pick a book, any book (that I’ve written), and get a free PDF. Go to my book site, www.paullima.com/books and chose from fiction, personal stories, books on writing … Continue reading →
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
NOVEMBER 8, 2020
Book Writers, you do not have to pay several thousand dollars to get your book published by a vanity press or vanity publisher. I’ve self-published 20+ books, and it hasn’t cost me a cent to make my books … Continue reading → Trust me.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JUNE 17, 2020
Am I writing my final book? I have written 25 or more books (I’ve honestly lost count), all but three or four of which are still for sale (print, epub, Kindle and PDF in most instances; check them out at … Continue reading →
Speaker Launcher
JULY 23, 2020
The post PR Strategies to Book More Business with Courtney Love Gavin appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Quote: “I just want to make PR a lot more approachable and people to know that it’s not a luxury.”
Speaker Launcher
AUGUST 15, 2019
Others are writing a book but keep getting in their own way. The award-winning bestselling author of over 40 books, Allie […]. The post Write Your Book Using The Chunky Method With Allie Pleiter appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Others are writing a book but keep getting in their own way. The award-winning bestselling author of over 40 books, Allie continues to release multiple books every year while speaking on creative productivity.
Presentation Guru
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
Today, there are hundreds of books on the market that can help people become better speakers and presenters.… … Build Your Skills Resources books featured inspirationThe best way to become a better speaker is — wait for it — to get up on stage and speak. We never learn faster than when we have “skin in the game”. But we can also learn from others.
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
APRIL 23, 2011
It is not a long book, and it is very easy reading. However, it is the type of book that you keep going back to. Stephen is a remarkable person, and he has written a remarkable book. Books deaf reviewObstacle Illusions: Transforming Adversity into Success. Stephen J. Hopson was born deaf but quickly learned to speak and began attending public school.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JULY 7, 2019
Book Review: Produce, Price and Promote Your Self-Published Book by Paul Lima – [link] Self-publishing is no guarantee that you will sell millions of copies. Paul Lima then goes on to tell you all you need to know to … Continue reading →
PowerPoint Tips
AUGUST 24, 2015
Last week, I talked about how to convert a presentation to a report or e-book. This week, I want to show you how to design a cover for that report or e-book in PowerPoint. If you aren’t a designer and yet want to design an e-book or report cover in PowerPoint, you’ll find it a simple way to go. But an e-book (I’m not talking about a Kindle book) can be any size. It gives the book more pages. Insert the cover into your report or e-book.
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
JULY 5, 2010
The book provides an interesting view of the history and growth of computers, seeing through the eyes of the hackers; the somewhat elusive group of people that have never cared much for contention, have pushed the limits of both computing hardware and software, and have at the same time engage in headed and headstrong arguments about computers, hardware and software. The book discusses three main groups of hackers, representing the early era’s of modern computing.
Professionally Speaking...
NOVEMBER 30, 2012
In his new book, Speaking Up Without Freaking Out , Matt Abrahams provides the nervous presenter 35 easy-to-use techniques for understanding, managing and minimizing fear of speaking in public. Abrahams' book is a convenient 5" x 7", perfect to fit into a jacket pocket or briefcase for quick reference. For anyone struggling with some degree of presentation fear and anxiety, get this book for your bookshelf [or pocket].
Duarte Blog
JANUARY 14, 2020
Thomas Friedman, in the most useful book on modern change that I read this past year, asserted that point plainly: “In the 21st century, knowing all the answers won’t distinguish [.] The post Change Leadership & Communication Books to Read in 2020 appeared first on Duarte. Business Strategy books change communication data datastory leadership Nancy Duarte
The Communication Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2014
Here is the TOC for a new book by Sharon Drew Morgen who asked me to post this and to alert readers of this coming book. The book is called What? The book will be out in December at which time I''ll try to post the first chapter. I''m happy to do so. Did you really say what I think I heard? Foreword 1 Author’s notes 3 Introduction 4 Section 1: How do we hear others? 16 Chapter 1: What do we hear?
The Presenter's Blog
JUNE 27, 2012
It’s my favorite quotes from George Burns, and for “The Pin Drop Principle” it sums up both the book’s number one strength, and its number one weakness: Strength : The book is written from a strong acting and stage perspective, by two gentleman who clearly know their art, and how to apply it to business presentations. The acting insights throughout the book serve a purpose, are relevant, and offer pointers and ideas. The Pin Drop Principle.
PowerPoint Tips
AUGUST 17, 2015
You might find it valuable to create a report or e-book from a presentation. You can then make the e-book/report available for download, or even print it. My e-book Slide Design for Non-Designers was originally an online presentation, but I’ve sold many more copies as an e-book. But how do you turn a presentation into a report or e-book? You can now insert them as images into your report or e-book. Formatting your report or e-book.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
NOVEMBER 15, 2013
Social Media Book Review The Circle is a dystopian view of Silicon Valley set in a future time that could be, oh, sometime the day after tomorrow. Dave Eggers has crafted a story set in the corporate campus environment of a fictional social media company that will seem all too familiar to anyone who has spent time in the [.]. Culture Shock!
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
The advice book "Decisions" will be published by Citadel Press January 1, 2020. On Amazon , the book ranks 2,267,262. Unfortunately, Dilenschneider's book branding is associated with the attempt to distract attention from Gabriel Sherman's "The Loudest Voice in the Room." " He tried that by placing an ad in The New York Times Book Review section for a vanity biography of Ailes. Yes, a book still can be a promotional tool.
Speaker Launcher
MARCH 22, 2018
This is why we’re talking today about how to book more business by […]. The post Leveraging your Uniqueness to Book More Business with Jessica Pettitt appeared first on Jane Atkinson. This is why we’re talking today about how to book more business by leveraging your uniqueness. Check out Jessica’s book, Good Enough Now, HERE. The Wealthy Speaker Podcast being unique to book business book more business jessica pettitt setting yourself apart from competitio
Speaker Launcher
MAY 2, 2018
Book Your Session Now! The post Book Your Session Now! I’ll be taking 6 live Focus 40 sessions at NSA’s Influence conference this year. Click here for details. appeared first on Jane Atkinson. Events live event NSA Influence Conference
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 5, 2020
Books careers WritingDetails.
Professionally Speaking...
OCTOBER 8, 2010
Like a great presentation, Nancy Duarte's new book, resonate: Present Visual Stories That Transform Audiences is engaging, relevant and passionate. The book is fundamentally about how to use story to create presentations that produce an emotional impact on the audience. As Nancy says in the introduction, "This book is simultaneously an explanation, a how-to guide, and a business justification for story-based messaging."
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
APRIL 22, 2016
Cultural Differences Technology Book Review start upsPeople in Limerick like to point out that Angela’s Ashes is more a story of Frank McCourt’s life in a dysfunctional family with an alcoholic father than it is about growing up in the Ireland of the 1930s. I’d like to point out that Dan Lyons has written more of a story about one dysfunctional […].
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
MAY 8, 2017
The true value of Tim Pollard’s excellent new book is conveyed by the subtitle: Mastering the Art and Science of Exceptional Presentation Design. While much of the literature on what makes a ‘compelling communicator’ focuses on cultivating delivery skills and stage presence, Pollard rightly consigns these topics to a brief Epilogue. Rather, his focus on […]. Public Speaking Speechwriting presentation design
Speaker Launcher
JULY 17, 2018
Speakers say they don’t get booked enough. The post Why Aren’t You Getting Booked More? Most Recent Post Speaker Marketing building a speaking business Get Paid to Speak getting more speaking bookings marketing professional speakerWhenever we do a survey of our clients, the same results come back time and time again. So, what might be the cause? Let’s explore a few key areas to get your ideas flowing and taking action in the right direction.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
DECEMBER 24, 2014
Leonard Shlain’s latest, and final, book is a tour-de-force. Leonardo’s Brain: Understanding Da Vinci’s Creative Genius follows from the spirit of the author’s previous books, most notably The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image and Art & Physics: Parallel Visions in Space, Time, and Light. Taken together, the three books examine […]. Deep End Book Review Leonardo da Vinci
The Communication Blog
AUGUST 17, 2009
8.17.2009 e-books An article published in the New York Times , “Moving into a digital future, where textbooks are history,&# discussed the changes taking place in education, specifically the move from written textbook to e-books. A flood of letters/responses are presented in the Times of August 16, 2009, many lamenting the rise of the e-book. The traditional printed text presents information through one channel; the e-book from several.
Joan Detz Speaker Services
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Remember: Literacy is more than reading. Does your local school teach the students how to become literate in every way? Reading and writing, yes, but also speaking? Public speaking gets left out of many classroom agendas. Too often, it’s “handled” by English classes. But students deserve learning opportunities to speak in all subject areas: math, […]. Presentation skills Speaker coaching
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
MAY 16, 2011
This book is for anybody looking for an inside view into the growth of one of the biggest brands in the world. Marketers, techies or anybody wanting to learn what it is like working at Google should ready this book. The book provides Insights into Google as it grew from startup to large business, and provides some valuable lessons to take into our own organisations. If you just want to find out about Google, there are plenty of shorter and easier to read books.
Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!
FEBRUARY 27, 2013
Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur: How to publish a book, by Guy Kawasaki and Shawn Welch. When I eventually got to it, I read the entire book cover to cover in a single day. This book is for anybody who has or is considering writing, publishing and distribution an ebook, and will save you hours of time and frustration. Books Writing book review
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