Life Is a Series of Presentations: Eight Ways to Inspire, Inform, and Influence Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime

by Tony Jeary

Book Overview

Learn to make effective presentations that will unlock dramatic personal and professional SUCCESS Every time you speak -- whether it's on the phone, face-to-face, or from behind a podium -- you're making a presentation. Your ability to connect with other people and effectively communicate your message is the most important factor in your lifelong success. Known as the business world's premier presentation coach, Tony Jeary has trained executives at...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 074326925X
• ISBN13: 9780743269254
• Release Date: February 2005
• Publisher: Touchstone Books
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 5.6"

Customer Reviews

Good book, if you are not a professional presenter.

I'm not a professional presenter, but as a manager I'm constantly faced with this challenge. The book is the first one I purchase on the subject and I'm quite pleased with what I red. His tips are well presented and structured with useful real world examples. The reading is easy, logical and builds up. Overall I definitely think is worth the money. Again, it may not be material for a professional, but if you want to improve your daily presentations (very interesting point of view that this book introduces) and sail a little easier in life, definitely worth your money. As daily presentation he points out that every time we have an important speech (and for him this may be you daily review with your peers, boss, staff, or a chat with your neighbors, wife, etc) if you spend a little time preparing for this you can gain tremendously. It makes sense, and is actually very wise. Something we take for granted and pay very little attention. I've already started to "prepare" for phone calls with my boss and staff. Runs much easier and I'm gaining trust from my staff and growing under my boss's eyes.

Packed with Knowledge!

The book jacket bills author Tony Jeary as "coach to America's top CEOs." It doesn't identify them, but the author clearly has a certain bold presentational style, and stressing his identity as a expert coach could be both a strategic and an educational tactic. The book's content is evergreen, a mixture of hortatory slogans and amusing anecdotes, all designed to make you a better presenter - whether your audience is one listener or an auditorium full of people. The author's advice is, for the most part, solid, detailed, practical and conservative. Don't be too put off by a few dated examples (Bill Clinton and Gary Condit) and if you're pressed for time just read the handy lists of "very important points" that close each chapter. We assure you that you can't waste time reading this book. It's that useful.

If you only read one book this year, read this one

I heard Tony Jeary speak in person in Eatontown NJ on 3/25/04 and bought his book at the seminar. The insights into making presentations to groups of any size that he provides in this book are incredible and very relevant to anyone who wishes to communicate more effectively. Through the school of hard knocks, he has truly mastered the art and science of making quality presentations. This book reveals his common sense secrets. If you are serious about planning meetings and presentations that get real results (not snores or rolling eyeballs), this is the book for you. I am planning a new presentation using his 3D outline and find it extremely helpful and useful. His writing style is both engaging and informative. An absolute must read.

Relevant and practical advise

As Tony Jeary points out in this point we can make a profound impact on others, or not, based on the way we present ourselves to them. The book is enlightening in that it really does increase your awareness of dozens of opportunities we face each day to present our ideas, opinions, and thoughts.The book is based on his research and provides very practical (not just theoritical) ways to better communicate a message and make sure this message reaches people with the desired effect. Of particular value has been the ideas and techniques he writes about for dealing with the anxiety many feel prior to making a presentation.

A Must Read for Anybody Who Values Relationships

Tony Jeary has done it, again! True to it's title this book will empower the reader with tools to help him/her in all avenues of life. Tony has appropriately recognized that business and personal relationships are founded on excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively present your ideas and opinions. I have read many of Tony's previous books. ALL of his books and manuals are practical and comprehensive. "Life is a Series" has helped me become a more confident public speaker. My audiences have noticed and you will also. Buy the book! By effectively and efficiently improving your communication skills, you will irrevocably change your career and your personal life. Max Gerald Garoutte, MD maximumdestiny.com