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On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Show, I have invited 2 of my long-term friends and veterans of booking speakers for large scale meetings to join me. The post How to Book More Business with Speakers Bureaus with Diane Goodman and Kris Young appeared first on Jane Atkinson. 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. MORE
There's a new book just out that focuses on improving the kind of presentations that scholars, researchers, and other technical specialists need to give. The book is Better Presentations: A Guide for Scholars, Researchers, and Wonks by data-visualization pro Jonathan Schwabish. 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
The Big Book of Kombucha is a big (383 page), bold and beautiful book full of a wealth of first-hand information on […]. Hannah Crum (aka ‘Kombucha Mama’) changed my life. MORE
The advice book "Decisions" will be published by Citadel Press January 1, 2020. On Amazon , the book ranks 2,267,262. " He tried that by placing an ad in The New York Times Book Review section for a vanity biography of Ailes. MORE
I’m very pleased to announce a new book, Master Presenter, published by Wiley, which is a compilation of articles from presentation experts who have contributed to the Presentationxpert newsletter over the years. You can order the book from Amazon here: Kindle version. MORE
Since they were babies they have been exposed to books. As it is the Christmas season, I thought I would recommend two books here that do a great job of presenting their material in an engaging, visual way. The kids don't just listen but repeat phrases from the book — "It's a trap!" 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. MORE
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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
Before Amazon, publishing a book had been an effective marketing tool. Currently, book publishing entails considerable reputational risk. Minute by minute, Amazon updates both the book sales, via rankings, and reviews. That risk factor has to be factored into the decision of whether to invest resources in publishing a book (including the ghostwriting and promotion fees) or go with other tactics. Since the early 1990s, book publishing had been his MO. 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. 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. 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. 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
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
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However, Ferdinand “Ferdy” Mount’s autobiography is a delightful book filled with tales of a vanished world. 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. But an e-book (I’m not talking about a Kindle book) can be any size. 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. There is a lot that goes into building a speaking business. 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. Books Presentation Anxiety presentation presentation anxiety MORE
And in a surprising number of those habitats are those old-fashioned built-in book shelves. On them are rows and rows of hardcover books. This, after all, is the post-book era. Even most law firms have ditched the law books and subscribe to an online service for research. MORE
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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 acting insights throughout the book serve a purpose, are relevant, and offer pointers and ideas. Weakness : In places the book does indeed seem to tell you how to fake not just honesty, but any number of different emotions. The Pin Drop Principle. by David Lewis and G. Riley Mills. MORE
A sign network television is a medium in decline: There still are commercials hawking publishing a book as fulfillment of a dream. Just call the number on the screen and that company will do all the heavy lifting to get your book in print. 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
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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. MORE
She loved everything in the draft of the book I was ghostwriting for her. She told me to delete all the mentions of books. But, ditch the books. That was even though she was going to be the author of a print book. Books MORE
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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. There is a lot that goes into building a speaking business.
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 →
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.
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.
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. Why you should write your own book.
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. But an e-book (I’m not talking about a Kindle book) can be any size.
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.”
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.
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. Books Presentation Anxiety presentation presentation anxiety
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AUGUST 19, 2013
This book is a practical guide for computer programmers (or any office worker) who want to get more fit and healthy. The book goes into a lot of detail, and is full of references, real life stories about programmers that have become more healthy, and practical goals and actions.
The Presenter's Blog
JUNE 27, 2012
The acting insights throughout the book serve a purpose, are relevant, and offer pointers and ideas. Weakness : In places the book does indeed seem to tell you how to fake not just honesty, but any number of different emotions. The Pin Drop Principle. by David Lewis and G. Riley Mills.
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. " He tried that by placing an ad in The New York Times Book Review section for a vanity biography of Ailes.
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
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.
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.
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 →
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
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.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 5, 2020
Books careers WritingDetails.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
APRIL 29, 2019
She loved everything in the draft of the book I was ghostwriting for her. She told me to delete all the mentions of books. But, ditch the books. That was even though she was going to be the author of a print book. Books
PowerPoint Tips
OCTOBER 20, 2013
I’m very pleased to announce a new book, Master Presenter, published by Wiley, which is a compilation of articles from presentation experts who have contributed to the Presentationxpert newsletter over the years. You can order the book from Amazon here: Kindle version.
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.
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?
Professionally Speaking...
SEPTEMBER 12, 2012
So it won't surprise you that I am in violent agreement with author Eric Bergman when he states in his new book, Five Steps to Conquer 'Death by PowerPoint': Changing the world one conversation at a time , ".slides Books PowerPoint Eric Bergman Five Steps To Conquer PowerPoint
Presentation Zen
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
There's a new book just out that focuses on improving the kind of presentations that scholars, researchers, and other technical specialists need to give. The book is Better Presentations: A Guide for Scholars, Researchers, and Wonks by data-visualization pro Jonathan Schwabish.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JANUARY 2, 2020
A sign network television is a medium in decline: There still are commercials hawking publishing a book as fulfillment of a dream. Just call the number on the screen and that company will do all the heavy lifting to get your book in print.
Speaker Launcher
JUNE 11, 2020
On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Show, I have invited 2 of my long-term friends and veterans of booking speakers for large scale meetings to join me. The post How to Book More Business with Speakers Bureaus with Diane Goodman and Kris Young appeared first on Jane Atkinson.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
APRIL 25, 2020
And in a surprising number of those habitats are those old-fashioned built-in book shelves. On them are rows and rows of hardcover books. This, after all, is the post-book era. Even most law firms have ditched the law books and subscribe to an online service for research.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
APRIL 3, 2014
However, Ferdinand “Ferdy” Mount’s autobiography is a delightful book filled with tales of a vanished world.
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
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
Before Amazon, publishing a book had been an effective marketing tool. Currently, book publishing entails considerable reputational risk. Minute by minute, Amazon updates both the book sales, via rankings, and reviews. That risk factor has to be factored into the decision of whether to invest resources in publishing a book (including the ghostwriting and promotion fees) or go with other tactics. Since the early 1990s, book publishing had been his MO.
Presentation Zen
DECEMBER 1, 2016
Since they were babies they have been exposed to books. As it is the Christmas season, I thought I would recommend two books here that do a great job of presenting their material in an engaging, visual way. The kids don't just listen but repeat phrases from the book — "It's a trap!"
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 […].
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
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
MARCH 6, 2016
The Big Book of Kombucha is a big (383 page), bold and beautiful book full of a wealth of first-hand information on […]. Hannah Crum (aka ‘Kombucha Mama’) changed my life.
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
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
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