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Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World
by Zig Ziglar • 2000
Attitude beats circumstance, persistence beats talent, and a daily dose of hope makes both possible.
3.66
143
Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World Summary
Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World 91%
Attitude beats circumstance, persistence beats talent, and a daily dose of hope makes both possible.
by Zig Ziglar 2000
3.66
143 ratings
Public Speaking for Success
by Dale Carnegie • 2006
Stage confidence isn't personality. It's what happens when preparation meets genuine conviction.
3.98
632
Public Speaking for Success Summary
Public Speaking for Success 91%
Stage confidence isn't personality. It's what happens when preparation meets genuine conviction.
by Dale Carnegie 2006
3.98
632 ratings
Transformational Speaking
by Gail Larsen • 2009
Forget scripts and tricks. Your most powerful talk comes from the life you've already lived.
4.02
157
Transformational Speaking Summary
Transformational Speaking 91%
Forget scripts and tricks. Your most powerful talk comes from the life you've already lived.
by Gail Larsen 2009
4.02
157 ratings
Speak with Confidence
by Mike Acker • 2022
Self-doubt is self-focus in disguise. A system that turns speaking anxiety into audience service.
4.42
161
Speak with Confidence Summary
Speak with Confidence 91%
Self-doubt is self-focus in disguise. A system that turns speaking anxiety into audience service.
by Mike Acker 2022
4.42
161 ratings
Talk Like TED
by Carmine Gallo • 2014
Nine techniques from the TED stage that turn a forgettable talk into a standing ovation.
3.88
22k+
Talk Like TED Summary
Talk Like TED 91%
Nine techniques from the TED stage that turn a forgettable talk into a standing ovation.
by Carmine Gallo 2014
3.88
22k+ ratings
How To Develop Self-Confidence
by Dale Carnegie • 2011
Speak well and a career opens: the preparation, delivery, and mindset that build lasting confidence.
4.11
8k+
How To Develop Self-Confidence Summary
How To Develop Self-Confidence 91%
Speak well and a career opens: the preparation, delivery, and mindset that build lasting confidence.
by Dale Carnegie 2011
4.11
8k+ ratings
Well-Spoken Woman
by Christine K. Jahnke • 2011
Voice, posture, message: the three levers that make a room listen when a woman speaks.
3.69
464
Well-Spoken Woman Summary
Well-Spoken Woman 91%
Voice, posture, message: the three levers that make a room listen when a woman speaks.
by Christine K. Jahnke 2011
3.69
464 ratings
Speak to Win
by Brian Tracy • 2008
Most stage fright is self-made. The preparation and delivery habits that replace it with command.
3.84
904
Speak to Win Summary
Speak to Win 91%
Most stage fright is self-made. The preparation and delivery habits that replace it with command.
by Brian Tracy 2008
3.84
904 ratings
Say It Well
by Terry Szuplat • 2024
A White House speechwriter's method for speaking that moves people: be more yourself, not less.
4.17
483
Say It Well Summary
Say It Well 90%
A White House speechwriter's method for speaking that moves people: be more yourself, not less.
by Terry Szuplat 2024
4.17
483 ratings
The Message of You
by Judy Carter • 2013
Your life stories are worth paying for. A blueprint for turning them into a speaking career.
4.39
159
The Message of You Summary
The Message of You 90%
Your life stories are worth paying for. A blueprint for turning them into a speaking career.
by Judy Carter 2013
4.39
159 ratings
TED Talks
by Chris J. Anderson • 2016
How to build a talk that changes minds, starting from a single sentence.
4.04
15k+
TED Talks Summary
TED Talks 90%
How to build a talk that changes minds, starting from a single sentence.
by Chris J. Anderson 2016
4.04
15k+ ratings
Steal the Show
by Michael Port • 2015
Apply an actor's toolkit to any speech, pitch, or interview and leave stage fright behind.
3.67
2k+
Steal the Show Summary
Steal the Show 90%
Apply an actor's toolkit to any speech, pitch, or interview and leave stage fright behind.
by Michael Port 2015
3.67
2k+ ratings
Public Speaking and Influencing Men in Business
by Dale Carnegie • 1935
Speak before you're ready. The 1935 method for turning stage fright into persuasion.
3.87
235
Public Speaking and Influencing Men in Business Summary
Public Speaking and Influencing Men in Business 90%
Speak before you're ready. The 1935 method for turning stage fright into persuasion.
by Dale Carnegie 1935
3.87
235 ratings
The Quick & Easy Way to Effective Speaking
by Dale Carnegie • 1962
The feeling doesn't come first. Action does. Practical steps for speaking so people listen.
4.02
11k+
The Quick & Easy Way to Effective Speaking Summary
The Quick & Easy Way to Effective Speaking 90%
The feeling doesn't come first. Action does. Practical steps for speaking so people listen.
by Dale Carnegie 1962
4.02
11k+ ratings
How To Deliver A TED Talk
by Jeremey Donovan • 2012
One idea, one catchphrase, and stories that land: the TED-stage blueprint anyone can follow.
3.97
3k+
How To Deliver A TED Talk Summary
How To Deliver A TED Talk 90%
One idea, one catchphrase, and stories that land: the TED-stage blueprint anyone can follow.
by Jeremey Donovan 2012
3.97
3k+ ratings
The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication
by John C. Maxwell • 2023
How to make your message impossible to ignore: master the laws of credibility, story, and presence.
4.34
1k+
The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication Summary
The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication 90%
How to make your message impossible to ignore: master the laws of credibility, story, and presence.
by John C. Maxwell 2023
4.34
1k+ ratings
TED Talks Storytelling
by Akash Karia • 2013
One thing all great TED talks share, and the 23 techniques that make it work.
3.73
2k+
TED Talks Storytelling Summary
TED Talks Storytelling 90%
One thing all great TED talks share, and the 23 techniques that make it work.
by Akash Karia 2013
3.73
2k+ ratings
Zig Zig Zig
by Zig Ziglar • 2002
The counterintuitive principle that built a motivational empire: prioritize the other person's win.
4.09
209
Zig Zig Zig Summary
Zig Zig Zig 90%
The counterintuitive principle that built a motivational empire: prioritize the other person's win.
by Zig Ziglar 2002
4.09
209 ratings
The Essentials of Persuasive Public Speaking
by Sims Wyeth • 2014
Turn any talk into a leadership moment with preparation, story, and authenticity.
3.55
124
The Essentials of Persuasive Public Speaking Summary
The Essentials of Persuasive Public Speaking 90%
Turn any talk into a leadership moment with preparation, story, and authenticity.
by Sims Wyeth 2014
3.55
124 ratings
Public Speaking
by Akash Karia • 2013
Conflict hooks them. Details hold them. A circular close brings them back. The speaker's craft.
3.97
153
Public Speaking Summary
Public Speaking 90%
Conflict hooks them. Details hold them. A circular close brings them back. The speaker's craft.
by Akash Karia 2013
3.97
153 ratings
Speak with Impact
by Allison Shapira • 2018
Speech anxiety is just unused adrenaline. Redirect it, find your voice, and lead any room.
4.02
227
Speak with Impact Summary
Speak with Impact 90%
Speech anxiety is just unused adrenaline. Redirect it, find your voice, and lead any room.
by Allison Shapira 2018
4.02
227 ratings
The Exceptional Presenter
by Timothy J. Koegel • 2001
Six traits every exceptional presenter shares, and the daily repetitions that make them automatic.
3.67
724
The Exceptional Presenter Summary
The Exceptional Presenter 90%
Six traits every exceptional presenter shares, and the daily repetitions that make them automatic.
by Timothy J. Koegel 2001
3.67
724 ratings
On Speaking Well
by Peggy Noonan • 1998
A speechwriter's guide: authenticity and clear thinking beat showmanship every time.
3.89
642
On Speaking Well Summary
On Speaking Well 90%
A speechwriter's guide: authenticity and clear thinking beat showmanship every time.
by Peggy Noonan 1998
3.89
642 ratings
The Public Speaking Bible; a Survival Guide for Standing on Stage
by Marcus Alexander • 2020
From stage fright to commanding presence: a field manual for every part of the speaking craft.
4.39
876
The Public Speaking Bible; a Survival Guide for Standing on Stage Summary
The Public Speaking Bible; a Survival Guide for Standing on Stage 90%
From stage fright to commanding presence: a field manual for every part of the speaking craft.
by Marcus Alexander 2020
4.39
876 ratings
You Owe You
by Eric Thomas • 2022
Your unique gift is the blueprint for your success; the strategy to own it starts here.
4.07
2k+
You Owe You Summary
You Owe You 90%
Your unique gift is the blueprint for your success; the strategy to own it starts here.
by Eric Thomas 2022
4.07
2k+ ratings
THE DALE CARNEGIE OMNIBUS VOLUME 1
by Dale Carnegie • 2016
Stop performing and start connecting. Carnegie's method for turning nerves into genuine influence.
4.18
33
THE DALE CARNEGIE OMNIBUS VOLUME 1 Summary
THE DALE CARNEGIE OMNIBUS VOLUME 1 90%
Stop performing and start connecting. Carnegie's method for turning nerves into genuine influence.
by Dale Carnegie 2016
4.18
33 ratings
Winning the Room
by Jonathan Pease • 2023
Win the room with trainable skills: voice, story, and the exit that seals the deal.
3.67
27
Winning the Room Summary
Winning the Room 90%
Win the room with trainable skills: voice, story, and the exit that seals the deal.
by Jonathan Pease 2023
3.67
27 ratings
Voice Training
by Robert Moore • 2015
A deeper voice in seven days: the breath and resonance training that makes people lean in.
3.56
45
Voice Training Summary
Voice Training 90%
A deeper voice in seven days: the breath and resonance training that makes people lean in.
by Robert Moore 2015
3.56
45 ratings
The 7 Principles of Public Speaking
by Richard Zeoli • 2008
Your audience wants to be helped, not impressed. Serve them, and stage fright fades.
3.68
362
The 7 Principles of Public Speaking Summary
The 7 Principles of Public Speaking 90%
Your audience wants to be helped, not impressed. Serve them, and stage fright fades.
by Richard Zeoli 2008
3.68
362 ratings
Leadership
by Peter Andrei • 2020
451 communication strategies from FDR, Churchill, and MLK, decoded into a system anyone can learn.
3.44
50
Leadership Summary
Leadership 90%
451 communication strategies from FDR, Churchill, and MLK, decoded into a system anyone can learn.
by Peter Andrei 2020
3.44
50 ratings
10 Simple Secrets of the World's Greatest Business Communicators
by Carmine Gallo • 2005
The nine habits that let some speakers hold every room, distilled from the best in business.
3.87
305
10 Simple Secrets of the World's Greatest Business Communicators Summary
10 Simple Secrets of the World's Greatest Business Communicators 90%
The nine habits that let some speakers hold every room, distilled from the best in business.
by Carmine Gallo 2005
3.87
305 ratings
Our Kids
by Robert D. Putnam • 2015
1% daily improvement yields a 365% annual gain, but only in the accounts that truly matter.
4.04
4k+
Our Kids Summary
Our Kids 90%
1% daily improvement yields a 365% annual gain, but only in the accounts that truly matter.
by Robert D. Putnam 2015
4.04
4k+ ratings
Resonate
by Nancy Duarte • 2010
Make your audience the hero of a mythic journey, and a talk becomes a movement.
4.11
6k+
Resonate Summary
Resonate 90%
Make your audience the hero of a mythic journey, and a talk becomes a movement.
by Nancy Duarte 2010
4.11
6k+ ratings
Confessions of a Public Speaker
by Scott Berkun • 2009
Great speakers are made in rehearsal, not on stage. The real-world prep that beats perfectionism.
3.94
5k+
Confessions of a Public Speaker Summary
Confessions of a Public Speaker 90%
Great speakers are made in rehearsal, not on stage. The real-world prep that beats perfectionism.
by Scott Berkun 2009
3.94
5k+ ratings
Magic of Public Speaking
by Andrii Sedniev • 2012
Stories sell your points. A system for alternating story and lesson until the room is yours.
3.71
235
Magic of Public Speaking Summary
Magic of Public Speaking 90%
Stories sell your points. A system for alternating story and lesson until the room is yours.
by Andrii Sedniev 2012
3.71
235 ratings
Public Speaking with Confidence
by Philipp Humm • 2024
Cure stage fright by embarrassing yourself on purpose. A counterintuitive method for fearless talks.
4.43
72
Public Speaking with Confidence Summary
Public Speaking with Confidence 90%
Cure stage fright by embarrassing yourself on purpose. A counterintuitive method for fearless talks.
by Philipp Humm 2024
4.43
72 ratings
Five Stars
by Carmine Gallo • 2018
Robots cannot move a room. The storytelling and persuasion playbook for an automated century.
3.93
1k+
Five Stars Summary
Five Stars 90%
Robots cannot move a room. The storytelling and persuasion playbook for an automated century.
by Carmine Gallo 2018
3.93
1k+ ratings
Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln
by James C. Humes • 2002
Ten speaking techniques from history's orators, starting with the trick of opening in total silence.
3.92
2k+
Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln Summary
Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln 90%
Ten speaking techniques from history's orators, starting with the trick of opening in total silence.
by James C. Humes 2002
3.92
2k+ ratings
Secrets of Dynamic Communications
by Ken Davis • 1991
One sentence first, then a full preparation system that builds talks audiences actually remember.
4.06
350
Secrets of Dynamic Communications Summary
Secrets of Dynamic Communications 89%
One sentence first, then a full preparation system that builds talks audiences actually remember.
by Ken Davis 1991
4.06
350 ratings
20,000 Days and Counting
by Robert D. Smith • 2012
You get roughly 20,000 days. A third vanish before thirty. Here is how to stop drifting.
3.92
1k+
20,000 Days and Counting Summary
20,000 Days and Counting 89%
You get roughly 20,000 days. A third vanish before thirty. Here is how to stop drifting.
by Robert D. Smith 2012
3.92
1k+ ratings
How to Own the Room
by Viv Groskop • 2018
Confidence, not a flawless script, commands the room. Here is how women build it.
3.67
2k+
How to Own the Room Summary
How to Own the Room 89%
Confidence, not a flawless script, commands the room. Here is how women build it.
by Viv Groskop 2018
3.67
2k+ ratings
Over the Top
by Zig Ziglar • 1997
Repair your self-image first, then your goals, then your world. An inside-out playbook for success.
4.28
2k+
Over the Top Summary
Over the Top 89%
Repair your self-image first, then your goals, then your world. An inside-out playbook for success.
by Zig Ziglar 1997
4.28
2k+ ratings
Greatest Mystery in the World
by Og Mandino • 1997
Success is in your own backyard. Seven principles for seeing what everyone else walks past.
4.24
398
Greatest Mystery in the World Summary
Greatest Mystery in the World 89%
Success is in your own backyard. Seven principles for seeing what everyone else walks past.
by Og Mandino 1997
4.24
398 ratings
The Art of Public Speaking
by Dale Carnegie • 1915
Turning amateurs into confident speakers: the classic manual on preparation, voice, and stagecraft.
3.90
6k+
The Art of Public Speaking Summary
The Art of Public Speaking 89%
Turning amateurs into confident speakers: the classic manual on preparation, voice, and stagecraft.
by Dale Carnegie 1915
3.90
6k+ ratings
Speak With No Fear
by Mike Acker • 2019
Your fear of public speaking isn't the enemy. It's the raw energy your best talks need.
3.80
1k+
Speak With No Fear Summary
Speak With No Fear 89%
Your fear of public speaking isn't the enemy. It's the raw energy your best talks need.
by Mike Acker 2019
3.80
1k+ ratings
Spartan Up!
by Joe De Sena • 2014
Voluntary suffering on the race course is the fastest way to build mental toughness for life.
3.91
2k+
Spartan Up! Summary
Spartan Up! 89%
Voluntary suffering on the race course is the fastest way to build mental toughness for life.
by Joe De Sena 2014
3.91
2k+ ratings
Change Your Voice
by Morton Cooper • 1984
Your voice is an acquired habit. Change the habit, and change how the world hears you.
3.65
101
Change Your Voice Summary
Change Your Voice 89%
Your voice is an acquired habit. Change the habit, and change how the world hears you.
by Morton Cooper 1984
3.65
101 ratings
No Fear Speaking
by Joe Yazbeck • 2014
End the nerves. A speaking coach's system for building talks that captivate and convert.
4.67
9
No Fear Speaking Summary
No Fear Speaking 89%
End the nerves. A speaking coach's system for building talks that captivate and convert.
by Joe Yazbeck 2014
4.67
9 ratings
Pushing to the Front or Success Under Difficulties
by Orison Swett Marden • 1894
Talent is common. Character is not. The 1894 classic on building the one thing that outlasts luck.
4.31
198
Pushing to the Front or Success Under Difficulties Summary
Pushing to the Front or Success Under Difficulties 89%
Talent is common. Character is not. The 1894 classic on building the one thing that outlasts luck.
by Orison Swett Marden 1894
4.31
198 ratings
Gravitas
by Caroline Goyder • 2014
Speak so the room leans in: a voice coach's system for projecting authority without faking it.
3.76
948
Gravitas Summary
Gravitas 89%
Speak so the room leans in: a voice coach's system for projecting authority without faking it.
by Caroline Goyder 2014
3.76
948 ratings
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