You've Got to Be Believed to Be Heard: Reach the First Brain to Communicate in Business and in Life

by Bert Decker

Book Overview

Are you uncomfortable--even afraid--about the prospect of speaking before a group of people? Do you have trouble getting your message across? When you speak, do others listen--or can you feel their attention wandering?

Effective communication is essential in business and in everyday life. The most powerful communicators reach not just our minds, but our hearts: They win our trust. You can learn to impress and persuade other people by following...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312099495
• ISBN13: 9780312099497
• Release Date: September 1993
• Publisher: St. Martins Press-3PL
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

One book we all need to read and use

This is a classic. Well written, clear and full of very useful tips that you can put into effect today. Lesson learned. The words you use only convey 7% of your message., yet we sweat bullets over the words, neglecting how we deliver it. If you have to communicate in your life, you need this book. I found it in bargain bin, but its a treasure. He has had over 35 yrs experience helping people become better and more spontaneous speakers. Recommended.

On Target

Bert Decker is on target with "You've got to be Believed..He helps us understand how our mind works and what works with the people we speak to. Its more than just saying the words. Mr. Decker gives the reader critical insight into the communication process. This is a must read for those who truly want to connect .The information learned is based on proven principles that are timeless.Effective communication is the lifeblood to effective living. This book nails it!

Bert Decker Knows How to Talk

This book provides the reader with a wonderful series of insights about how public speaking works. There are none of the old stereotypes -- and there is none of the usual advice (ie seeing the audience in their underwear). This is fresh information, delivered by a master. The kind of book that will make a difference in your life if public speaking is occasionally important to you.

An excellent how-to guide to persuasive public speaking

One of the greatest fears the average person has is public speaking.Most people end up reading presentations,voices racing in a monotone,sweaty hands gripping a podium. This book gives both a conceptual and practical guide to persuasive public speaking.It explains why certain techniques are more interesting to listeners and how to adapt those techniques to develop your own style. The authors don't have any magic, no effort tricks.Like most things,to look effortless in public speaking requires practice,practice,practice.BUt the time spent will reap immeasurable returns.

Break through book teaches young and old how to be heard

This book teaches the young and the old to communicate to their full potential. You learn how to not only convince other people, but to convince yourself as well. This book touches on everything from sitting posture to language spoken. A must read to suceed in business and in life!!!!