Presentation Magic: Dazzle & Deliver Talks With Confidence [Paperback]

Marisa D'Vari (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2003

Speak with confidence and make dynamic first impressions with presentation magic! Immediately learn and implement:

=> Secrets of instant confidence;
=> Winning formula for powerful client presentations;
=> How to create a magnetic personal brand!

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...practical, easy to read & thorough guide covering what to wear, say, do & avoid." -- Susan RoAne, author, "How to Work a Room"

"...will ignite your message, invigorate your audience and turbo charge your speaking career into a Profit Zone!" -- Tami DePalma, author, "Maximum Exposure Marketing System"

About the Author

Marisa D'Vari discovered the secrets of effective, magnetic presentations as an entertainment industry executive in Hollywood, and used this skill to great success training Boston's financial community to give more powerful presentations.

D'Vari travels across the country giving talks on presentation skills to corporations, associations, and groups, and teaches media training in Boston.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: DEG International (January 1, 2003)
• ISBN-10: 1931094020
• ISBN-13: 978-1931094023
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,754,528 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Always more to learn about public speaking, March 27, 2003

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Susan K. Perry "Susan K. Perry" (Los Angeles, author of LOVING IN FLOW (BunnyApe.com)) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Presentation Magic: Dazzle & Deliver Talks With Confidence (Paperback)

As a confirmed shy person who's had to do a lot of speaking about my own books, I've read several books on giving public talks. This one taught me some fresh ideas. I found Chapter 5 really does offer "Effective Presentation Tips, Tools, Techniques." For instance, I'm always tempted to give away the store in my talks, and D'Vari explains the rationale for limiting a talk to three key points: people encounter sensory overload beyond that. She suggests identifying a client need and filling it. Don't wave your notes in the air. Find a way to use powerful body language. Take advantage of the power of the pause. She stresses how crucial the close of your talk is. I know that I often trail off as time runs out, at least at bookstore workshops. But the last two minutes of your talk are more important than a lot of what went before, so always plan to end with your best sound-bytes. This is a fine overview for first-timers, as well as a fount of wisdom for anyone who needs to give public talks.