Public Speaking

What an excellent book! Detailed, step-by-step guide on making you an effective and inspirational speaker - covering all the points around getting over your fear, finding a distinctive voice, crafting compelling content with stories, visual aids, technology, audience engagement, body language and gathering feedback to make you even better. It also trains you how to speak in different contexts - sales pitch, motivational speeches, eulogies, family gatherings. I wish I had had this by my side at the start of my career but will certainly be dipping into it from hereon in as the occasion arises. Highly recommend. Lyn Cobley, Australia I've always enjoyed public speaking, so I wasn't looking for a book to help with my nerves. Instead, I wanted something that could help me step up my game, and this book totally nailed it. It's all about being yourself when you're up there, which I really appreciated. The author doesn't just give you strict rules to follow; it's more about finding your style and connecting with your audience in a real way. Karen Cordoba, USA The author gives lots of tips and insights into the why's, how's, pitfalls, styles and techniques of public speaking. From contextualising and explaining the reasons for the fear and worry, to building confidence utilising the power of the mind and skilling you up toward gaining confidence in developing your own successful style. This gem of a book is a beneficial and an enjoyable read which will guide you toward success and confidence in public speaking; helping you relax into the process. Can't recommend this book enough. Lesley McCann, UK As an experienced speaker, I was looking for insights to refine and elevate my presentations. Anne McKeown's Public Speaking: From Stage Fright to Spotlight delivers just that-no matter where you are in your public speaking journey, this book will take you to the next level. Anne provides practical, actionable steps to improve both polish and professionalism in your delivery. But what truly stands out is her guidance on storytelling. She shows you how to weave stories that truly connect with your audience, making your message memorable and impactful. Her approach goes beyond the technical; Anne's wisdom as a Master Coach shines through in every chapter, guiding you to speak not just confidently but with true authenticity and empowerment. If you're looking to command any room with presence and ease, this book has everything you need-from calming stage fright to capturing the audience's attention. Highly recommended for speakers of every level! I like Anne McKeown's guidance on: how you find your own speaking voice; be authentic; identify your purpose and play to your strengths. As he says, it is much easier to embellish your strengths than work endlessly on your weaknesses.There is even a quiz to help you identify the type of speaker you are. Finally, if there is one thing I have learned in my 35 years of speaking and coaching presentation skills, is the power of authentic storytelling. Anne aptly sums this up when she says: ""Humans have told stories since ancient times, finding a shared language transcending individual experiences and technical jargon."" Craig Badens, Australia