The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speaking in Public With Confidence [Paperback]

Laurie Ph.D. Rozakis (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 280 pages
• Publisher: Macmillan Distribution (1996)
• ISBN-10: 0028610385
• ISBN-13: 978-0028610382
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,397,876 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Helpful for getting started, August 1, 2003

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This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

Let's face it, you can never become a master public speaker by reading books alone. There are only two things you can do to become a master -- and take this from someone who after years of training is finally on the right track -- first, find a good personal coach (you may be able to write off the cost; check with IRS), and second, practice and do so in real settings, not just in front of your bathroom mirror!

That said, this book can help you get started if the thought of public speaking makes you hungry for two Big Macs, i.e., makes you nervous. The chapters are laid out nicely, guiding you through the various components of giving a speech as well as techniques on how to control your emotions. What I found most beneficial was the part on preparation. I was always too lazy to prepare and my instinct was to improvise, but this book showed me how to overcome that tendency and think about what I was going to say.

In all earnest, you don't need to read this book or any other book to become proficient in public speaking, but if a book helps you calm down and gather your courage, this book should be on your shelf.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I can't put it down, December 10, 1999

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Maria McKenzie (Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

I just got this book about a week ago, Its hard to put down. It is full of great hints and tips. It is very easy to understand and enjoyable, they start every chapter out with a joke. Not only does it help you learn to get your audiance's attetion, but it helps you keep it with hints on writing your very own speech (wether it be informative, pursasive, or comical), it also helps you get over stage fright. I could go on for along time, but my fingers hurt. I hope you enjoy the book! (FYI-Great for ferencics)

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful, October 13, 1997

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This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speaking in Public With Confidence (Paperback)

This book will help the reader in the development of public speaking skills, use of presentation equipment, and all the basics. The book has ex- cellent guides and does emphasize practice. Very helpful and good for the novice and beginner. In conjunction with a Toastmaster club, this book is more helpful.