Effective Presentation Skills: A Practical Guide to Better Speaking, Third Edition

There is a myth that great speakers are born, not made--that somehow certain individuals have an innate ability to stand in front of an audience with no anxiety and give a well organized, unforgettable, dynamic speech. To do anything well takes constant practice and mastery of the basics. Speaking is no different. You must not only learn to prepare and give a presentation, you must actively seek ways to practice and perfect what you learn. The more you practice, the more comfortable you will become in any speaking situation, and the more prepared, polished, and confident you will appear to others.

In this best-selling Crisp book, Effective Presentation Skills explains the fundamentals of how to develop and deliver and effective speech. In it you will learn how to organize a speech, create and use the best visual aids, lessen anxiety and fear, and maintain the attention of your audience so you can give confident, enthusiastic, and persuasive presentation.

About the Author

Steve Mandel, President of Frontline Group/Mandel Communications, is a nationally known training consultant and lecturer specializing in presentation skills training. Since 1981 his company has trained executives, managers, and professionals nationwide in the skills necessary to effectively present their ideas.

Mr. Mandel is the author of two Crisp books, Effective Presentation Skills and Technical Presentation Skills, as well as numerous articles. He has also been a featured speaker for an organization on the topic of management communications skills in the professional environment.