In this hilarious and highly practical book, author and professional
speaker Scott Berkun reveals the techniques behind what great
communicators do, and shows how anyone can learn to use them well. For
managers and teachers -- and anyone else who talks and expects someone
to listen -- Confessions of a Public Speaker provides an insider's
perspective on how to effectively present ideas to anyone. It's a
unique, entertaining, and instructional romp through the embarrassments
and triumphs Scott has experienced over 15 years of speaking to crowds
of all sizes.
With lively lessons and surprising confessions, you'll get new insights
into the art of persuasion -- as well as teaching, learning, and
performance -- directly from a master of the trade.
Highlights include:
- Berkun's hard-won and simple philosophy, culled from years of
lectures, teaching courses, and hours of appearances on NPR, MSNBC,
and CNBC
- Practical advice, including how to work a tough room, the science
of not boring people, how to survive the attack of the butterflies,
and what to do when things go wrong
- The inside scoop on who earns $30,000 for a one-hour lecture and
why
- The worst -- and funniest -- disaster stories you've ever heard
(plus countermoves you can use)
Filled with humorous and illuminating stories of thrilling performances
and real-life disasters, Confessions of a Public Speaker is
inspirational, devastatingly honest, and a blast to read.
