Review
"
Talk the Talk is essential, strongly recommended reading for all aspiring practitioners of the art of debating." --
Midwest Book Review, November 2005
From the Inside Flap
World Debate Championships. Final round. Last minute.
"The Prime Minister aimed for a knockout blow that left everyone in awe. The debate had been teetering back and forth for almost an hour, when the Prime Minister scored big for the Government team by targeting and damaging the Opposition’s stance on the core issue of the championship round. A passionate and persuasive style added the finishing touch and clinched the Gold medal. Government 1, Opposition 0."
Talk the Talk goes light on the technical jargon and gets right to the point with smart tips and simple tricks. It illustrates the tools of the trade with examples and puts the pieces together with commentary on speeches and debates.
You’ll start by learning how to use the power of your voice to dazzle with a dynamic style. Discover how to warm up with great games, craft intelligent speeches, and deliver with poise and pizzazz. Then, you’ll encounter the pillars of powerful debating: developing top-notch arguments and mastering the art of the attack. Finally, you’ll find out how to lead the pack by navigating a parliamentary debate, commanding a cross-examination, and foraying into forums.
In today’s competitive world, how you communicate what you know is as important as what you know. With so much knowledge at your finger tips on so many issues, how you package and present your thoughts will make or break your performance. Give yourself a competitive edge whenever you have a point to argue or a speech to deliver.
Do you want to discover how to debate the issues that shape society? Are you hoping to become more dynamic and convincing when you take part in competitive debates? If so, Talk the Talk is your launching pad to enjoyment and excellence at the sport of the mind.
