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In March of 2020, the world was changed forever. We were forced to isolate due to COVID-19 and were thrust into the world of remote work and virtual communication with no preparation. The learning curve was steep, and many people are still struggling to communicate effectively on this new medium. What has become clear over the course of the pandemic is that the future is hybrid, blending the physical setting of pre-COVID-19 with the virtual adaptations we learned during the pandemic.

You know this. You spend days preparing your presentation because your career might depend on it. You even practice in front of a mirror. You might even learn the entire text by heart so that nothing could ever go wrong. And yet the presentation turns out to be a nightmare. Your heart is racing, your entire body shakes, and your brain goes into full fight-or-flight mode so you can barely remember what you were going to talk about. Needless to say, your boss and your co-workers are not impressed.

You meet someone new and in a matter of seconds they make up their mind about you. They're responding to your presence: what people see when they look at you, what they hear when you speak, and how they feel when they're around you. If you're not thrilled with the responses you're getting - if you don't attract clients the way you'd like to...if you didn't get the promotion you wanted...if you don't make the money you ought to be making - it may very well be because you're missing that powerful presence.

Learn the arts of saying "no" and negotiation in less than 30 days. In Master of the Arts Series: Say No and Negotiation, you will discover how to set healthy boundaries with close friends, family, and romantic partners without feeling guilty about it, a simple change in wording that will make it less challenging to refuse someone who asks you for a favor, seven common mistakes that could backfire on you when trying to politely turn down an invitation or refuse a request, and more.

Imagine having command of the English language with enough confidence to stand before a group of people from work or school and talk with the authority you have in your field of expertise. When English is your second language, it really doesn't matter whether it's your first presentation or your 50th. Every time you step before an audience you may feel varying degrees of stage fright. It's only natural.

Communicating Through Change is a life-changing book, which will show you how to communicate through major changes in your life, and to best express yourself when you need to be heard. It is packed with real-life stories, practical exercises, insightful tips, and uplifting affirmations. Addressing relevant challenges, which everyone meets at one time in their life, this book will give you hope, resilience, and clarity about how to move forward. By sharing her vulnerability with authentic openness, the author helps you to find your inner strength and to speak up for yourself.

Unlock the power of genuine connections with this comprehensive networking manual! This networking manual dives into the nuances of impactful communication, ensuring every connection is valuable and followed by execution. This isn't just a one-time listen; it's your continuous companion on the path to mastering the world of networking.

The global COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed how business-to-business companies interact with their customers. The traditional face-to-face meeting has quickly become a thing of the past - the virtual customer engagement model is the new normal. To secure existing and future revenue streams in the virtual B2B sales environment, companies must equip their commercial frontline with the confidence, skills, and tools necessary for effectively engaging customers virtually.

Have you always wanted to speak up but others shut you down? Have you always felt that you had something to say, you just didn’t know what it was? Have you always known you were meant to make a difference in the world, you just didn’t know how? It sounds like you are meant to be a speaker. And there has never been a better time to start. This book will teach you everything you need to know in order to set the foundations for a successful speaking journey.

You’re about to discover the different aspects of body language and techniques that will enable you to read the gestures, actions, and emotions of others. You can also try to use these gestures and expressions yourself to interact with friends and family. This book will cover the different steps in reading and understanding nonverbal cues. Be guided on how to present yourself in public and be sure your words and actions jive with each other. As the saying goes, "Actions speak louder than words", so be sure you are conveying exactly what your mouth has spoken.

Because of my network, I have to consistently turn down job opportunities from powerful people because I simply cannot do them all. I'm not saying this to brag, I'm sharing this with you to prove that anyone can do this. When I graduated from school, I was nobody. The best advice I got was, "Just go network!" But honestly, what does "networking" even mean? Does that mean I have to suck up to people for them to like or notice me?

Do you want the skills and confidence to prepare and deliver a powerful presentation, at any level? Well, now you can, and this programme will show you how, whether you are speaking at a board meeting, sales or management presentation, after-dinner speech, wedding, prize giving, or whenever you need to stand and speak with confidence.

Learn how to make high-quality speaking engagements and become a persuasive communicator. How will you feel when you see an increase in career opportunities, by becoming a better public speaker?

Trainer and speaker Michael Gibson uses engaging stories to help listeners significantly improve their ability to inform and influence audiences at work, home, school, and volunteer environments. His guidance will help you create, prepare, and deliver big presentation in small rooms. Michael’s narrative approach will capture your attention as you learn from the successes and failures of experienced presenters. The stories are supported by research that helps you choose the most effective approach for your presentation.

All the world's a stage, and the greatest role you'll ever get to play is you. As the 'Coach in Your Pocket', Diana Theodores shows you how to bring your fuller, authentic self forward to get great results for women at all levels of the career ladder. Whether you need to rouse your team, pitch to the board, influence stakeholders, give feedback, speak to one person or 1000 - you'll discover that you have everything you need to shine in every role you play. An irresistible invitation - to ignite your fire, grow your wings and lift off into your best personal performance.

Every time we are asked to give a speech, we feel a sense of nervous energy flow through our body. We think, "I hope that this turns out well." We would give anything to be able to control the future and make this our best speech ever. Well, I've got some good news for you: you are in control and you can make that happen.

Would you like to have the ability to "peer" inside people's minds and "read" their thoughts based on the sound of their voice? Do you want audiences to "hang on" to your every word with interest and attention? You can! The voice is a powerful communication tool – if you know how to analyze it and use it effectively yourself. Secrets of the Voice is a compelling guide to five essential elements that, once mastered, will help you analyze the mindset of people around you, and use your own vocal skills to influence others.

Failed conversations can take a heavy toll on our professional and personal lives, threatening to damage relationships, erode trust, and make it impossible to resolve conflicts, reach decisions, or achieve mutual understanding. Conversation Transformation gives you practical guidelines for managing the six most common (and aggravating) conversation killers: yes-buts, mind-reads, negative predictions, leading questions, complaining, and verbal attacks. Each chapter guides you through a three-step process for replacing unconstructive habits with more effective responses.

In this book, we'll get to the root of the problem that causes the fear of public speaking, increase your positive thinking, give you exercises to fine tune your voice and presence, and much more! By the time you finish this audiobook, you'll feel more at ease and comfortable speaking in front of small and large groups alike.

Need to speak and make a great impression? If you want to go from fearful to confident and average to outstanding, then this is the book that will take you to a standing ovation. Acclaimed speaker Ron Tsang shows you 15 powerful public speaking lessons in this practical and entertaining book, From Presentation to Standing Ovation.