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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 92%
Stage confidence isn't personality. It's what happens when preparation meets genuine conviction.
by Dale Carnegie 2006
3.98
632 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 92%
One idea, one catchphrase, and stories that land: the TED-stage blueprint anyone can follow.
by Jeremey Donovan 2012
3.97
3k+ 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 92%
One sentence first, then a full preparation system that builds talks audiences actually remember.
by Ken Davis 1991
4.06
350 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 92%
Nine techniques from the TED stage that turn a forgettable talk into a standing ovation.
by Carmine Gallo 2014
3.88
22k+ 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 92%
Turn any talk into a leadership moment with preparation, story, and authenticity.
by Sims Wyeth 2014
3.55
124 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 92%
Stories sell your points. A system for alternating story and lesson until the room is yours.
by Andrii Sedniev 2012
3.71
235 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 92%
Six traits every exceptional presenter shares, and the daily repetitions that make them automatic.
by Timothy J. Koegel 2001
3.67
724 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 92%
Speak well and a career opens: the preparation, delivery, and mindset that build lasting confidence.
by Dale Carnegie 2011
4.11
8k+ 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 92%
Your life stories are worth paying for. A blueprint for turning them into a speaking career.
by Judy Carter 2013
4.39
159 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 92%
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 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 92%
Self-doubt is self-focus in disguise. A system that turns speaking anxiety into audience service.
by Mike Acker 2022
4.42
161 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 91%
End the nerves. A speaking coach's system for building talks that captivate and convert.
by Joe Yazbeck 2014
4.67
9 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 91%
From stage fright to commanding presence: a field manual for every part of the speaking craft.
by Marcus Alexander 2020
4.39
876 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
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 91%
Make your audience the hero of a mythic journey, and a talk becomes a movement.
by Nancy Duarte 2010
4.11
6k+ 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
La parole est un sport de combat
by Bertand Périer • 2017
The eloquence workout: train your body, voice, and logic until you own the room.
3.65
310
La parole est un sport de combat Summary
La parole est un sport de combat 91%
The eloquence workout: train your body, voice, and logic until you own the room.
by Bertand Périer 2017
3.65
310 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 91%
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
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 91%
Your audience wants to be helped, not impressed. Serve them, and stage fright fades.
by Richard Zeoli 2008
3.68
362 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 91%
A speechwriter's guide: authenticity and clear thinking beat showmanship every time.
by Peggy Noonan 1998
3.89
642 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 91%
One thing all great TED talks share, and the 23 techniques that make it work.
by Akash Karia 2013
3.73
2k+ ratings
How to Write & Give a Speech
by Joan Detz • 1984
From audience to Q&A, the step-by-step skill of writing and delivering speeches that stick.
3.71
118
How to Write & Give a Speech Summary
How to Write & Give a Speech 91%
From audience to Q&A, the step-by-step skill of writing and delivering speeches that stick.
by Joan Detz 1984
3.71
118 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 91%
Speech anxiety is just unused adrenaline. Redirect it, find your voice, and lead any room.
by Allison Shapira 2018
4.02
227 ratings
HBR's 10 Must Reads on Public Speaking and Presenting
by Harvard Business Review • 2020
Ten presentation skills from HBR's archives: what to say, how to stand, and when to apologize.
3.72
183
HBR's 10 Must Reads on Public Speaking and Presenting Summary
HBR's 10 Must Reads on Public Speaking and Presenting 91%
Ten presentation skills from HBR's archives: what to say, how to stand, and when to apologize.
by Harvard Business Review 2020
3.72
183 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 91%
Great speakers are made in rehearsal, not on stage. The real-world prep that beats perfectionism.
by Scott Berkun 2009
3.94
5k+ 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 91%
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 91%
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
Make Your Point!
by Kevin Carroll • 2005
Body language and voice outweigh words: the simple mechanics for being heard and believed.
3.67
141
Make Your Point! Summary
Make Your Point! 91%
Body language and voice outweigh words: the simple mechanics for being heard and believed.
by Kevin Carroll 2005
3.67
141 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 91%
Apply an actor's toolkit to any speech, pitch, or interview and leave stage fright behind.
by Michael Port 2015
3.67
2k+ 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 91%
The feeling doesn't come first. Action does. Practical steps for speaking so people listen.
by Dale Carnegie 1962
4.02
11k+ 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 91%
How to build a talk that changes minds, starting from a single sentence.
by Chris J. Anderson 2016
4.04
15k+ 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 91%
Speak before you're ready. The 1935 method for turning stage fright into persuasion.
by Dale Carnegie 1935
3.87
235 ratings
Public Speaking for Dummies
by Malcolm Kushner • 1998
Public speaking from start to finish: how to prepare, deliver, and survive any audience reaction.
3.61
83
Public Speaking for Dummies Summary
Public Speaking for Dummies 91%
Public speaking from start to finish: how to prepare, deliver, and survive any audience reaction.
by Malcolm Kushner 1998
3.61
83 ratings
Convence y vencerás
by Antonio Fabregat Marianini • 2017
Most presentations fail before the first slide. A preparation system that wins the room.
4.20
10
Convence y vencerás Summary
Convence y vencerás 91%
Most presentations fail before the first slide. A preparation system that wins the room.
by Antonio Fabregat Marianini 2017
4.20
10 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 91%
Win the room with trainable skills: voice, story, and the exit that seals the deal.
by Jonathan Pease 2023
3.67
27 ratings
I Have Something to Say
by John Bowe • 2020
Stage fright isn't shyness. It's self-obsession, and shifting your focus outward is the cure.
4.04
242
I Have Something to Say Summary
I Have Something to Say 91%
Stage fright isn't shyness. It's self-obsession, and shifting your focus outward is the cure.
by John Bowe 2020
4.04
242 ratings
Public Speaking and Presentations for Dummies
by Malcolm Kushner • 2006
Your fear of public speaking, systematized: a complete process from preparation through Q&A.
3.61
18
Public Speaking and Presentations for Dummies Summary
Public Speaking and Presentations for Dummies 91%
Your fear of public speaking, systematized: a complete process from preparation through Q&A.
by Malcolm Kushner 2006
3.61
18 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
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 91%
The nine habits that let some speakers hold every room, distilled from the best in business.
by Carmine Gallo 2005
3.87
305 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 91%
Turning amateurs into confident speakers: the classic manual on preparation, voice, and stagecraft.
by Dale Carnegie 1915
3.90
6k+ ratings
Don't Say Um
by Michael Chad Hoeppner • 2025
Filler words are a physical problem. An acting coach's body-first drills for speaking that sticks.
3.83
164
Don't Say Um Summary
Don't Say Um 91%
Filler words are a physical problem. An acting coach's body-first drills for speaking that sticks.
by Michael Chad Hoeppner 2025
3.83
164 ratings
It's the Way You Say It
by Carol A. Fleming • 2010
Fix the vocal problems you cannot hear: from mumbling and speed to monotone and stage fright.
3.63
599
It's the Way You Say It Summary
It's the Way You Say It 91%
Fix the vocal problems you cannot hear: from mumbling and speed to monotone and stage fright.
by Carol A. Fleming 2010
3.63
599 ratings
How to be Heard
by Julian Treasure • 2017
Your voice is an untuned instrument, and deep listening is the practice that tunes it.
3.65
818
How to be Heard Summary
How to be Heard 91%
Your voice is an untuned instrument, and deep listening is the practice that tunes it.
by Julian Treasure 2017
3.65
818 ratings
The Art of Speeches and Presentations
by Philip Collins • 2012
Most talks are forgotten in minutes. The ones that stick all begin the same way.
3.63
126
The Art of Speeches and Presentations Summary
The Art of Speeches and Presentations 90%
Most talks are forgotten in minutes. The ones that stick all begin the same way.
by Philip Collins 2012
3.63
126 ratings
Pitch Perfect
by Bill McGowan • 2014
A media coach's rules for grabbing attention, making your point stick, and never losing the room.
3.78
2k+
Pitch Perfect Summary
Pitch Perfect 90%
A media coach's rules for grabbing attention, making your point stick, and never losing the room.
by Bill McGowan 2014
3.78
2k+ ratings
Presenting to Win
by Jerry Weissman • 2003
The framework for moving any audience from indifference to action, one slide at a time.
3.93
2k+
Presenting to Win Summary
Presenting to Win 90%
The framework for moving any audience from indifference to action, one slide at a time.
by Jerry Weissman 2003
3.93
2k+ ratings
Speak, Memorably
by Bill McGowan • 2025
Being on-message gets you ignored. Seven principles for making your ideas impossible to forget.
3.69
254
Speak, Memorably Summary
Speak, Memorably 90%
Being on-message gets you ignored. Seven principles for making your ideas impossible to forget.
by Bill McGowan 2025
3.69
254 ratings
Demystifying Public Speaking
by Lara Hogan • 2016
Great talks are built, not born. A blueprint from topic choice to negotiating your fee.
4.11
174
Demystifying Public Speaking Summary
Demystifying Public Speaking 90%
Great talks are built, not born. A blueprint from topic choice to negotiating your fee.
by Lara Hogan 2016
4.11
174 ratings
A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking
by Dan O'Hair • 2003
Speech anxiety is fuel. Turn it into presence, clarity, and career impact.
3.58
285
A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking Summary
A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking 90%
Speech anxiety is fuel. Turn it into presence, clarity, and career impact.
by Dan O'Hair 2003
3.58
285 ratings
Small Message, Big Impact
by Terri L. Sjodin • 2011
Thirty seconds is all you get. Make it open a door instead of close a deal.
3.49
275
Small Message, Big Impact Summary
Small Message, Big Impact 90%
Thirty seconds is all you get. Make it open a door instead of close a deal.
by Terri L. Sjodin 2011
3.49
275 ratings
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