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100 1 $aPort, Michael,$d1970-$eauthor.
245 10 $aSteal the show :$bfrom speeches to job interviews to deal-closing pitches, how to guarantee a standing ovation for all the performances in your life /$cMichael Port.
264 1 $aNew York, New York :$bHoughton Mifflin Harcourt,$c[2015]
300 $axxviii, 237 pages ;$c24 cm
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337 $aunmediated$bn$2rdamedia
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504 $aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520 $aFull of essential advice for spotlight lovers and wallflowers alike, this book will teach you how to bring any crowd to its feet. Your day is full of moments when you must persuade, inform, and motivate others. Each of those moments requires you to play a role, to heighten the impact of your words, and to manage your emotions and nerves--if you want to steal the show, that is. Every interaction is a performance, whether you're speaking up in a meeting, pitching a client, or walking into a job interview. Here, best-selling author Michael Port draws on decades of experience as an actor and a popular keynote speaker, to show you how to make the most of every presentation and interaction. You'll learn how the methods of top actors will help you connect with, inspire, and persuade any audience. You'll discover the key strategies for commanding an audience's attention, developing a clear focus for every performance, engaging your listeners, and delivering your message with maximum impact.--Adapted from book jacket.
505 0 $aThe performer's mindset. Find your voice ; Play the right role in every situation ; Crush your fears and silence the critics -- Powerful performance principles. Have a clear objective ; Act "as if ..." ; Raise the stakes ; Say "yes, and ..." ; Be in the moment ; Choose early and often -- A master class in public speaking. How to craft captivating pitches, speeches, and stories ; How to create and tell stories that make 'em laugh or cry ; How to rehearse and stage world-class performances ; How to produce powerful openings, commanding closings, and amazing audience interaction ; How to improvise your way into the hearts and minds of the toughest crowds ; How to get a standing ovation every time-- really -- All's well that ends well -- The cheat sheet : the 50 public speaking tips you can't afford to ignore lf you want to wow your audience and win praise and plaudits every time.
650 0 $aBusiness presentations.
650 0 $aBusiness communication.
650 0 $aEmployment interviewing.
650 0 $aInterpersonal communication.
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