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Welcome to the online version of "Presenting with Power". On this site, you can read the full text of the paper book, which the author can update with new information whenever they want. You can also check out the author's blog, interact in the forum, find useful websites in the directory, sign up for our newsletter, or download the PDF version of the ebook from the online store.

About the Author

Shay McConnon is a professional speaker and founder member of the Professional Speakers Association. He is also a professional magician and uses his wide range of skills to make his presentations and workshops fun and memorable. Shay works with leading companies in Europe and the USA.

Chapter List

  1. Preface Most Great Speakers Were Once Poor Speakers;
  2. Planning Your Presentation Preparation Is Key; Preparing In Stages; Setting Your Objectives; Researching Your Audience; Generating Ideas; Summary;
  3. Constructing Your Message Selecting Your Key Points; Three Key Ideas; Creating A Template For Constructing Your Message; Writing Your Presentation;
  4. Choosing Your Visual Aids Making Your Messages Visual; Designing Visuals; Techniques For Using Visual Aids; Using Computer-Based Displays; Pointers For Using Powerpoint; Aid Or Distraction?; Summary;
  5. Open And Close With Impact Getting Attention And Developinginterest; Establishing Rapport; Being Credible; What To Avoid; Seven Ways To Open; Tips For Closing; Summary;
  6. Question And Answer Session Preparing Yourself For Questions; Handling Questions; Encouraging Questions; Positioning The Question Andanswer Session; Summary;
  7. Developing Confidence And Controlling Your Nerves Preparing Yourself As Well As Your Speech; Dealing With Anxiety; Visualising Success; Fear Is Learnt; Tips For Reducing Anxiety; Somethings Are Impossible; Summary;
  8. Your Style Of Delivery Developing Presence; Posture: Standing Tall And Moving Withimpact; Gestures: Adding Life And Energy; Eyes: Connecting With Your Audience; Voice: Developing A Conversational Tone; Clothes: Dressing For Success; The Importance Of Sincerity: Never Sayanything
  9. Never Be Boring Again Does The Wrapping Matter?; Keeping The Interest Of Your Audience; Attention Span; Making Your Presentation Brain Friendly; Whole-Brain Wrapping; The Importance Of Picture Language; Be Boring And Be Zapped!; Summary;
  10. Which Planet Is Your Audience From? Different People Want Different Things; Understanding The Four Main Personality Types; Summary;
  11. Fishing With Chicken Vindaloo? Logic Does Not Always Persuade; The Secret Of Selling; Persuading The Personality Types; Developing Flexibility; Summary;
  12. How The Pros Handle The Unexpected Be Prepared To Appear Spontaneous; Making Sure The Show Goes On;
  13. Humour For Speakers
  14. Go For It You Are Remarkable; The Learning Curve; Failure Is Often The Road To Success;
 
 
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