Public Art

This powerful anthology compiles four of Carnegie's most influential books, each offering practical advice and proven strategies to help you connect with others, manage your emotions, and become a more confident, effective communicator.

Alastair Niven has plied a career as a writer, a lecturer and an administrator, including as director of literature at both the Arts Council and the British Council. He was president of English PEN during an epoch of controversial change and has had a special interest in Africa dating from his university years. Dedication to public service finally led him to Cumberland Lodge in Windsor Great Park, where he headed its royal foundation for discussion of educational and ethical issues.

Learn the #1 secret of the top professional speakers in the world: how to craft and deliver a riveting story. Exceptional storytelling skills have been proven to build career success. Whether you are at a cocktail party, in the corporate boardroom, or in a routine meeting, your ability to craft interesting stories will have a measurable impact on your success. Learn how to harness the human psyche’s positive response to a good story.

Master the art of public speaking and stand out in your presentations with this comprehensive and practical book. Overcome common challenges faced when speaking in public and develop effective strategies to excel.

No matter what kind of settings you find yourself in, the odds are high that you will need to respond to questions in a clear, confident, and articulate manner. Improving your ability to perform in such situation is possible. It is a skill that you can refine. While many books have been written on public speaking and presenting, few dive deep in the art of Q&A – fielding questions from an audience and effectively addressing them. Becoming good at Q&A is just as important as improving your presentation skills. Bing effective at Q&A requires a specific skillset focused on being nimble in ...

El arte de la guerra es una obra clásica sobre la estrategia y la filosofía militar. El libro ha sido popular por mas que 1000 años porque es útil para los negocios y la vida en general. Ahora, puedes escuchar esta obra clásica con audio clarísimo. Paga menos y recibe mas cuando escuchas con Libro Zen Plus.

In Polite, Louise shows how the unseen science of politeness governs everything we do, from what we say to how we act, and reveals how a better understanding of the rules and norms of politeness can help us in all aspects of our work, leisure and home lives. And, in doing so, she answers the age-old question... are politeness standards really declining?

For a decade, Areva Martin has used the media to build a huge platform that expanded the influence and power of her brand exponentially. Media appearances on Dr. Phil, Anderson Cooper 360, The Doctors, CNN, MSNBC, FOX, and more have virtually eliminated the need of a marketing budget for her thriving law firm and nonprofit organization while securing her place as one of America's most sought after thought leaders.

Discover the ultimate guide to embracing the Paleo lifestyle with grace and panache—the one book you’ve been waiting for to successfully integrate your healthy eating habits with social flair. "The Paleo Socialite" is your companion for navigating every possible dining challenge while staying true to the nourishing Paleo path. If you've ever felt lost or overwhelmed when dining out, prepping for a party, or travelling while trying to adhere to Paleo principles, prepare to be rescued. Each chapter of this masterful guide is filled with strategies and wisdom that will leave you feeling ...

Do you experience stage fright and panic attacks before a speech? Having problem to capture audience attention? Unhappy with a boring speech or ridiculous body language? If your answer is "Yes", than How To Improve Your Public Speaking might be a solution for you. Even a person who gets up on the stage regularly still has to contend with some or even all of the aforementioned obstacles. Public speaking is not easy, even if you’re someone who is at ease with the notion. So how can you move past these obstacles? In this book you going to learn: How to be the best speech writer How to ...

The Dealmaker's Ten Commandments contains a practical, no-nonsense methodology for negotiating deals, managing your time, and handling crisis all at the highest level. Peppered with entertainment industry war stories, The Dealmaker's Ten Commandments has been forged in the white-hot crucible of brutal transactional combat.

What to Say and How to Say It—Navigate the World of the Sound Bite Do you know how to communicate with the powerful people who can move funding to support your research or hospital? Do you want to inspire children to consider a future in STEM? Are you afraid of public speaking? Need to communicate the essence of your dissertation in simple language? Want to become a better communicator to help your patients and their families? In The Art of Science Communication, Dr. Deborah Thomson shares tried-and-true strategies for you to use when communicating with children, navigating politics, and ...

Roger Mudd joined CBS in 1961 and rose to fame as the congressional correspondent, covering the historic Senate filibuster debate over the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Mudd was there to see Dan Rather going toe-to-toe with the Nixon White House, Marvin Kalb deciphering the State Department, Daniel Schorr bird-dogging Watergate, Lesley Stahl and Connie Chung staking out all the president's men, George Herman presiding over Face the Nation, Bob Schieffer covering the Pentagon like a police reporter.

Conceived in the Gilded Age, the Ferry Building opened in 1898 as San Francisco's portal to the world—the terminus of the transcontinental railway and a showcase of civic ambition. In silent films and World's Fair postcards, nothing said "San Francisco" more than its soaring clock tower. But as acclaimed architectural critic John King recounts, the rise of the automobile and double-deck freeways severed the city from its beloved structure. King's narrative spans the rise and fall and rebirth of the Ferry Building, introducing colorful figures who fought to preserve its character.

One of America's most admired television newsmen gives us an intimate chronicle of the final year of the 20th century. Here is the voice we know from Nightline - intelligent, curious, opinionated, witty, concerned - reminding us in entertaining and thought-provoking ways that even the most public events reverberate in our private lives. Hear an interview with Ted Koppel on The Connection.

The Art of Communication in the Digital Age is your ultimate guide to mastering modern conversations with confidence, clarity, and a touch of humor. In a world dominated by instant messages, emails, video calls, and social media interactions, the way we communicate has evolved—and so have its challenges. A simple text can be misread, an email can sound cold, and an unanswered message can create unnecessary tension. This book unpacks the nuances of digital communication, ensuring you don’t just talk but truly connect. It's a compulsive read of rib ticling interludes. Digital ...

This audiobook will make you become a master communicator in a very short period of time, so long as you take what you learn and apply it.

From a 2017 Pulitzer-winning newspaperman, an unsentimental ode to America's heartland as seen in small-town Iowa—a story of reinvention and resilience, environmental and economic struggle, and surprising diversity and hope.

With the decline of traditional journalism, there are precious few inquiring eyes watching government and the public service. How can any of us know how our tax dollars are being spent? But there is good news. For at least the past decade, governments at all levels have been busy publishing truckloads of data representing official policies and their outcomes. For the most part, that data is available in the public domain and just sits there, waiting for us to come and get it. This book was written with the hope and expectation that sophisticated data analytics tools can tame those ...

This audiobook will help you develop effective communication skills you can use in all aspects of your daily life: at home with your family, at work, with friends, and in every situation requiring interaction with other people. You will learn how to communicate lovingly and respectfully. You will develop self-confidence and influence. Above all, you will learn why just being an effective listener can instantly elevate your ability to communicate well.