There's No Such Thing as Public Speaking: Make Any Presentation or Speech as Persuasive as a One-On-One Conversation

by Jeanette Henderson, Roy Henderson, Jeneatte Henderson

Book Overview

Two top public-speaking coaches offer fresh advice on giving effective speeches and presentations with the immediacy of a conversation. The best speeches don't sound like speeches, and the best speakers make listeners feel as though they are being addressed directly. The trick is to make every presentation as natural and direct as a one-on-one conversation. This expert but accessible guide reveals: - The six truths behind every conversation-and how...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0735204152
• ISBN13: 9780735204157
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Prentice Hall Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.4" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

You can't go wrong with it.

This book will aid the newbie in becoming a much better speaker - and perhaps take some of the butterflies out of the stomach if that is a problem for the reader. Of course it's a good title if you are a believer that one on one conversations are persuasive. However, I think this book is much better than the title - since its proven that a speaker carries more weight than a conversation between people. So forget the title the book has a very good explanation of strategies to help make your speech very impactful and persuasive. You can't go wrong with it. Two other books along the same line (again, forget the titles, both are VERY good) are: How To Preach Like A Preacher!: A Complete Training How-To Book For Preaching Like A Pro! Mastering Persuasive Public Speaking: The Influence Approach See you on stage!

There is no substitute!

Roy and Jeannette Henderson are two of this nations best public speaking authorities. I have taken their course and have been privileged to have known them for over 20 years during the course of my professional career. Their research is impeccable and their "theories" are easily translated to the podium. I have seen good speakers become remarkable speakers in a matter of days and weeks. Any person in a leadership position (or who are aiming for that top spot) should read their book and take their course. It really works.

A Must Read

The Henderson's book, There's No Such Thing as Public Speaking, is THE BEST book on presentational speaking I have ever read. It's a wonderful blend of solid concepts, practical applications, and invaluable techniques. It takes the speaker from the planning stage through to the execution stage of any presentation. It addresses not only speaking in front of a crowd, but also one on one and small group interactons. This book is a must read for every corporate executive and military officer if they are truely serious about their career.

This "method" works!

Over the years I have given many book reviews, taught in a public high school and have made several curriculum presentations at state teachers' workshops. After reading Roy and Jeanette's book and studying their speaking concepts, I feel that I am a more effective communicator. In addition, I have seen remarkable results in other public speakers after speech coaching using their "one-on-one conversation". I am happy to see this very talented couple share their life's work in this dynamic, reader-friendly book, THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS PUBLIC SPEAKING. Jane Alter

Great Practical Tips on Speaking

Jeanette and Roy Henderson have published practical methods and tips on confidently speaking before any-sized group. They emphasize that if you can talk to a group by using eye contact just like a one-on-one conversation.