Command the room—whether you're speaking to five people or five hundred.

If you read nothing else on public speaking and presenting, read this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you prepare what you want to say, connect with your audience, and deliver your message with impact.

This book will inspire you to:

• Build your talk around a clear point of view
• Leverage storytelling to drive change
• Respond thoughtfully when you're put on the spot
• Gain buy-in for your next big idea
• Translate data into clear visualizations and takeaways
• Show the feelings behind your words—authentically

HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others.

This Updated and Expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles, additional short-form pieces, and a detailed discussion guide to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.