Extempore Speech: How to Acquire and Practice It
Author | : William Pittenger |
Publisher | : Good Press |
Total Pages | : 158 |
Release | : 2021-05-20 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : |
Being able to give an extempore speech is a public speaker's most powerful weapon. Some people are confident in it, but there are also people whose thoughts get flustered, and they can't form quality sentences in their heads. This work is the answer to that. It's a detailed guide on how to succeed in extempore speech. The author handles the topic with brilliance by first explaining why people get anxious while speaking impromptu. He then suggests how to practice this skill and how to deliver it. Contents include Preliminary Considerations Preparation of the Speaker Plan and Delivery of the Speech
Speaking Up Without Freaking Out
Author | : Matt Abrahams |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2016 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 9781465290472 |
50 Scientifically-Supported Techniques to Create More Confident and Compelling Speakers
The First 20 Hours
Author | : Josh Kaufman |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 290 |
Release | : 2013-06-13 |
Genre | : Self-Help |
ISBN | : 1101623047 |
Forget the 10,000 hour rule— what if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less? Take a moment to consider how many things you want to learn to do. What’s on your list? What’s holding you back from getting started? Are you worried about the time and effort it takes to acquire new skills—time you don’t have and effort you can’t spare? Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to develop a new skill. In this nonstop world when will you ever find that much time and energy? To make matters worse, the early hours of practicing something new are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s difficult to learn how to speak a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos. It’s so much easier to watch TV or surf the web . . . In The First 20 Hours, Josh Kaufman offers a systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition— how to learn any new skill as quickly as possible. His method shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you’ll go from knowing absolutely nothing to performing noticeably well. Kaufman personally field-tested the methods in this book. You’ll have a front row seat as he develops a personal yoga practice, writes his own web-based computer programs, teaches himself to touch type on a nonstandard keyboard, explores the oldest and most complex board game in history, picks up the ukulele, and learns how to windsurf. Here are a few of the simple techniques he teaches: Define your target performance level: Figure out what your desired level of skill looks like, what you’re trying to achieve, and what you’ll be able to do when you’re done. The more specific, the better. Deconstruct the skill: Most of the things we think of as skills are actually bundles of smaller subskills. If you break down the subcomponents, it’s easier to figure out which ones are most important and practice those first. Eliminate barriers to practice: Removing common distractions and unnecessary effort makes it much easier to sit down and focus on deliberate practice. Create fast feedback loops: Getting accurate, real-time information about how well you’re performing during practice makes it much easier to improve. Whether you want to paint a portrait, launch a start-up, fly an airplane, or juggle flaming chainsaws, The First 20 Hours will help you pick up the basics of any skill in record time . . . and have more fun along the way.
Extempore Speech
Author | : William Pittenger |
Publisher | : Prabhat Prakashan |
Total Pages | : 267 |
Release | : 1899-01-01 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : |
Extempore Speech by William Pittenger: In this instructive book, William Pittenger offers practical advice and guidance on the art of delivering extemporaneous speeches. Drawing from his own experiences as a public speaker, Pittenger provides valuable tips on organizing thoughts, connecting with an audience, and effectively communicating impromptu. "Extempore Speech" is a valuable resource for students, aspiring speakers, and anyone seeking to improve their public speaking skills. Key Aspects of the Book "Extempore Speech": Public Speaking Techniques: Pittenger's book provides useful techniques and strategies for delivering compelling extemporaneous speeches. Connecting with the Audience: The author emphasizes the importance of engaging with the audience and maintaining their interest during impromptu speeches. Practical Application: "Extempore Speech" offers practical exercises and examples to help readers develop their confidence and proficiency in extemporaneous speaking. William Pittenger was an American author, lecturer, and Civil War veteran, born in 1840. He is best known for his book "Daring and Suffering," which recounts his experiences as a Union soldier during the Civil War. In addition to his military service, Pittenger was a skilled public speaker and lecturer. Through his work on public speaking, he aimed to empower others to become effective and confident communicators. Pittenger's contributions to the field of public speaking have had a lasting impact on the development of persuasive and compelling oratory skills.
Presentation Zen
Author | : Garr Reynolds |
Publisher | : Pearson Education |
Total Pages | : 316 |
Release | : 2009-04-15 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 0321601890 |
FOREWORD BY GUY KAWASAKI Presentation designer and internationally acclaimed communications expert Garr Reynolds, creator of the most popular Web site on presentation design and delivery on the Net — presentationzen.com — shares his experience in a provocative mix of illumination, inspiration, education, and guidance that will change the way you think about making presentations with PowerPoint or Keynote. Presentation Zen challenges the conventional wisdom of making "slide presentations" in today’s world and encourages you to think differently and more creatively about the preparation, design, and delivery of your presentations. Garr shares lessons and perspectives that draw upon practical advice from the fields of communication and business. Combining solid principles of design with the tenets of Zen simplicity, this book will help you along the path to simpler, more effective presentations.