Speaking with Power and Persuasion Lib/E

by Rebecca Shafir

We all love the convenience of a short, precise text message, but it comes at a cost. More and more people are ill equipped to pick up a phone or arrange an in-person meeting, and often even the idea of speaking causes actual anxiety. In Speaking with Power and Persuasion, licensed speech and language pathologist Rebecca Shafir gives you the tools to engage in meaningful communication with easy to learn steps. Whether you are a self-promoter, salesperson, educator, political candidate, business leader, or student learning English as a second language, Speaking with Power and Persuasion, explainshow the body and voice work together to produce a strong vocal image;tips for taking the stress out of speaking situations;erasing bad habits that make you hard to listen to, like nasality, hoarseness, or a monotone;ways to communicate certainty, approachability, and animation when you speak;speech and vocal techniques that help you sound smart, credible, and trustworthy;actors' tricks so you're heard clearly at the back of the room;- yoga for the voice--measures to keep your voice in tiptop shape;how to practice the techniques that dramatically improve receptiveness to your ideas;ways for a person with learning differences or disabilities to communicate more effectively;how families with a learning disabled child can communicate to manage stress and help their child succeed;what the ESL speaker can do to reduce a strong accent and connect better with native English speakers;ways for a native speaker to help a nonnative speaker improve their English pronunciation. Unlike most advice on improving your speaking that you might receive from a sales trainer or debate coach, Speaking with Power and Persuasion comes from a professional with a solid scientific understanding of the workings of the voice. The techniques Rebecca Shafir teaches are precise, practical, and sustainable. You learn what to do, how often to practice, and exactly why the exercises improve the impression you make on others.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Business

Audio CD

First published September 1, 2013

Reviews

[Sumika · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is what I get for picking a book to reach my book goal 😂

[Sheshank Joshi · Rating 3 out of 5]

As a Non-Native or as the Author calls it ESL, I find this interesting and Useful. But it is too short, and the resources that she lists out are too few.
However, as every book does, this too offers a new perspective into English language. I hope she goes more into explaining more itonation and how simplify it for both non natives and natives in more detail.

[Karen JEC · Rating 3 out of 5]

Listened to the audiobook. Provides some insightful advice, especially for teachers, but it probably could have been shorter and just as useful.

Favourite quotes:

"The process of persuasion starts with consistently being yourself."

"The brain learns through contrast."

[Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a necessary read for teachers. Really good stuff about ESL speakers and students with learning difficulties. Short listen; glad I found it!

[Eric · Rating 2 out of 5]

Audio targets ESL speakers.

[L]

Part two is extremely problematic. Big ol’ nope.

[Lincoln · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book had a good start, but it at the end it loss my attention.