Public Speaking

Over the past twenty-five years, the directors of The Moth have worked with people from all walks of life—including astronauts, hairdressers, rock stars, a retired pickpocket, high school students, and Nobel Prize winners—to develop true personal stories....

Now public speaking coach and best-selling author Carmine Gallo explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks....

Since taking over TED in the early 2000s, Chris Anderson has shown how carefully crafted short talks can be the key to unlocking empathy....

Public speaking, as Carnegie saw it, is a vital skill that can be attained through basic and repeated steps....

An inspiring program full of essential advice for spotlight lovers and wallflowers alike that will teach listeners how to bring any crowd to its feet....

Ever wish you could captivate your boardroom with the opening line of your presentation, like Winston Churchill in his most memorable speeches? You can....

Want to learn how to make people laugh out loud? How to Make People Laugh is a book that targets regular comedians, such as you and me. It does not try to transform you into a professional comedian. Instead, it puts comedy in the spotlight of everyday life....

Whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, a young teenager or CEO, experienced or inexperienced, this guide will reduce your fear, skyrocket your confidence, and elevate your life and career success....

Making excellent money as a paid speaker is not about how well-known you are. Instead, it’s about how you package your speech and present yourself....

Communication expert and popular speaker Quentin Schultze offers a practical, accessible, and inspiring guide to public speaking, showing readers how to serve their audiences with faith, skill, and virtue....

The key principles of stand-up comedy can be applied to your speaking engagements and presentations to make you funnier, more interesting, and better looking (or at least two of the three)....

Have you ever been called upon to speak at an event and the mere thought of doing it is giving you sleepless nights? Do you want to learn how to captivate a crowd with ease just like the pros? Find out more....

Some find talking to others uncomfortable, difficult, or intimidating. Here is a way to overcome these communication challenges. How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere is the key to building confidence and improving communication skills....

Do you have a message you want to get out into the world? Have you ever dreamed of speaking for a living? Is there something you have to say, but you just aren't sure what to do next? The Successful Speaker is a proven, easy-to-follow guide to helping you do just that....

Milo Frank shows you how easy it is to get your point across in 30 seconds. Whether you are writing a letter or closing a sale, this is an invaluable training tool for professionals....

Rafael's book is a radical take on Neuro-Linguistic Programming. You'll find easy-to-understand methods that will dramatically enhance your convincing power....

Uncover the prized communication secrets of US presidents, CEOs, and successful people everywhere with Stand and Deliver....

Now you can learn how to give a TED-style talk to achieve your personal and business goals. How to Deliver a TED Talk provides more than 100 invaluable tips....

 The most profound and important speeches ever delivered are here collected in this anthology, featuring some of the most influential figures in world history....  

Public speaking coach to the C-suite Bill Hoogterp reveals proven tips, techniques, and exercises to amplify your effectiveness as a speaker and communicator. He explains how the brain processes information, what people respond to, and how to hold the audience in the palm of your hand....

Saber cómo comunicar nuestras ideas en público con fuerza y efectividad es un factor determinante para nuestro éxito personal y profesional....

In 2010, award-winning journalist John Bowe learned that his cousin Bill, a longtime extreme recluse living in his parents' basement, had, at the age of 59, overcome a lifetime of shyness and isolation - and gotten happily married....

You can now develop your vocal power, presence, and influence on others and all within the comfort and privacy of your own home....

Have you ever wondered what could be the most important skill that automatically gives you an edge in nearly any profession? What is the “secret sauce” that makes or brakes the most successful people in career and business? I think you can already guess - it’s communication....

In the age of information and influence, the ability to authentically express yourself in words has become both a rite of passage and an essential skill for anyone who wants to make a difference—however modest or grand....

People all over the world have changed their lives by mastering the art of public speaking. This one skill can create life-changing career and social opportunities.

Top speechwriter Simon Lancaster explains that the secret of brilliant communication is all about making connections. Whether in speech or in writing, at a networking event or in an email, at work or at home, the best communicators find ways of connecting with their audiences. More than that, they are able to connect the personal with the universal, the past with the present, the abstract with the everyday, the visual with the verbal, the moral with the mundane. 

Do you ever feel out of place socially—a little awkward and off-balance, and unsure of what to say or do while socializing or during professional events or even romantic dates? Do you find it hard to get noticed or make a strong impression in your private and professional lives? Then you need to learn the secrets of confidence and communication, the ability to stay calm and focused, and to shine brightly in social situations—while remaining authentic to who you are. Successful people are excellent communicators and they have a good communication skills.

As you develop your communication skills, you will appear more confident to other people. Your personality will help you connect with others, and the way you converse will tag you as a knowledgeable, capable, and approachable person. Most of the time, relationships last not just based on what we say but also on how we say it. Based on our communication skills, relationships change from short-term friendships to relationships that last a lifetime.

A compilation of stories, personal and historical, that remind us of the power of our voice—along with practical techniques for how to use your voice, on stage and off, in a way that will be the most effective. With over 30 years of experience in film, TV, and theater, Tricia Brouk uses her platform to create a safe, inclusive space for others to learn how to share their stories. The Influential Voice is a powerful reminder of the responsibility we have to use our voices for good, and that by staying silent, we are preventing someone from hearing our powerful story.