Language Arts & Disciplines

The Unparalleled Classic on how to Speak With Confidence and Power

Public Speaking: A Practical Course For Business is Dale Carnegie's master class on how to speak so that people listen. This comprehensive guide, written in a clear and concise manner, is designed to help you improve your public speaking skills and become a more effective communicator. Filled with practical tips and techniques for how to prepare, organize and deliver a speech or presentation in a natural, easygoing manner that really grabs your listener’s attention is something that every business professional needs.

This best-loved public-speaking book of all time will teach you to:

• Use body language and vocal techniques to engage an audience
• Handle stage fright and nerves
• Tailor speeches to different audiences
• Use humor and storytelling to make a lasting impression
• Remember the one vital ingredient to every powerful talk
• Influence clients and customers
• Establish intimacy with your audience
• Win people’s confidence
• Move your listeners to action

Dale Carnegie (1888-1955) described himself as a "simple country boy" from Missouri but was also a pioneer of the self-improvement genre. Author of the legendary 1936 publication of How to Win Friends and Influence People, Carnegie began his career as the premier "life coach" of the 20th century by teaching the art of public speaking. As Carnegie saw it, public speaking is a vital skill that can be attained through basic and repeated steps. His classic volume on the subject appeared in 1926 and was revised twice. he has touched millions of readers and his classic works continue to impact lives to this day.

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