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Public Speaking: Storytelling Techniques for Electrifying Presentations
Based on Intensive Research on Brain Science, Storytelling, Screenwriting and Public Speaking “Practical and useful...Storytelling is one of the most important parts of speaking. This book makes it clear how to do it, when and where.” ~ Judith Field “Great book...Akash doesn't hold anything back.” ~ Stephen Fraundorfer “A great kick-start for your next speech! A wonderfully quick burst of inspiration and insight.” ~ Mandy Hoffeldt STORYTELLING TECHNIQUES TO MAKE YOUR NEXT PRESENTATION AN OUTSTANDING ONE Stories have the power to captivate listeners and ignite their imaginations. Great speakers know how to use stories to enthrall and influence their audiences. This book is the result of six years of intensive research on the art of storytelling and public speaking. Inside, you will discover how • Create an opening that instantly hooks your audience into your speech. • Keep your audiences captivated with a story. • Use the suspended story formula to ramp up the intrigue. • Bring your characters to life. • Turn your stories into mental movies for your audience. • Keep your audience spellbound by increasing the intensity of your conflicts. • Add organic humor to any presentation without resorting to jokes. • Make your speech memorable with the right analogies and metaphors. • Create a repeatable catch-phrase using “the rule of opposites”. • Tell a story and deliver a speech that your audience will remember and talk about for years. • and much, much more... RAVE REVIEWS FROM READERS “Great resource for speakers. I have nothing but praise for the simple but succinct way this book reads. I read it in one sitting and plan to use it as a guide for future speaking engagements.” ~ 357 Solutions, LLC "Loaded with great advice on how to deliver a killer message.” ~ David Parra “A perfect book to those who want to dominate the art of storytelling.” ~ Alci Aguilera “A must-read! Akash Karia outlines tips for energizing not only your speech, but also the audience." ~ Angela Avery If you’re ready to become a powerfully persuasive speaker who owns the stage, then scroll up, click the Buy Now button and let's get started...
132 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 3, 2013
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About the author
Akash Karia
54 books58 followersAkash Karia is a professional speaker who has trained thousands of people worldwide, from bankers in Hong Kong to yoga teachers in Thailand to senior executives in Dubai. He is an award-winner trainer who has been ranked as one of the Top 10 Speakers in Asia-Pacific.
He writes books on public speaking and success, sharing proven tools and techniques for the price of a cup of coffee. What separates him from other authors is that his books are based on hundreds of hours of intensive scientific research. All these tools are delivered in a simple, easy-to-read, step-by-step format that you can implement immediately.
He writes books on public speaking and success, sharing proven tools and techniques for the price of a cup of coffee. What separates him from other authors is that his books are based on hundreds of hours of intensive scientific research. All these tools are delivered in a simple, easy-to-read, step-by-step format that you can implement immediately.
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February 20, 2021
What a stupidly good book. I am pleasantly surprised. This book is a tasty snack, taking about an hour to read the whole thing. I had to read this book for school, but I cannot recommend it highly enough. Some portions of the book might not be as gripping to some readers due to the nature of the book, but I think I would read this book if it was 4 times as long.
As a synopsis, this book provides 4 enthralling speeches, provided by award-winning toastmasters from the world level (I might be getting some of that wrong), and the author breaks the speeches down to explain why they work, how they work, and how they can be applied in our own conversations, presentations, and speeches.
This book was funny, inspirational, and educational. A big issue that I have with some self-help books is that they almost always seem repetitive by the end of the book because they want to drive home the important points. This book did not do that. Maybe that has something to do with the length? Hm. Maybe I wouldn't want to read this book if it was 4 times as long after all. Maybe that's a key that he could have touched on- comedic timing and all that. I feel like I would be fine reading 16 speeches, but it might have to be without the commentary. *shrug*
I definitely think that I want to check out these competitions though. They seem incredible. What's crazy is I read 4 speeches. Read them. The script! And it was entertaining! I didn't click the links to watch the videos only because I was short on time, but MAN. I'm definitely going to be showing them to my wife later. Each speech was like its own movie.
Next time I have to speak in front of a public gathering, I'll have reviewed the nice tips at the back.
Consider getting this book.
As a synopsis, this book provides 4 enthralling speeches, provided by award-winning toastmasters from the world level (I might be getting some of that wrong), and the author breaks the speeches down to explain why they work, how they work, and how they can be applied in our own conversations, presentations, and speeches.
This book was funny, inspirational, and educational. A big issue that I have with some self-help books is that they almost always seem repetitive by the end of the book because they want to drive home the important points. This book did not do that. Maybe that has something to do with the length? Hm. Maybe I wouldn't want to read this book if it was 4 times as long after all. Maybe that's a key that he could have touched on- comedic timing and all that. I feel like I would be fine reading 16 speeches, but it might have to be without the commentary. *shrug*
I definitely think that I want to check out these competitions though. They seem incredible. What's crazy is I read 4 speeches. Read them. The script! And it was entertaining! I didn't click the links to watch the videos only because I was short on time, but MAN. I'm definitely going to be showing them to my wife later. Each speech was like its own movie.
Next time I have to speak in front of a public gathering, I'll have reviewed the nice tips at the back.
Consider getting this book.
March 17, 2019
A manual on how to put a great presentation together and deliver it with conviction and panache
Does the thought of presenting feel with you dread , don't know how to start, fill out the middle and then reach the end, with your audience still in the room and still awake! Then this book,full of tips and sage advice, is a bit like completing a jigsaw puzzle, each part carefully constructed to interlock easily together, eventually revealing to your audience the wonderful picture that you wanted your presentation to be. A great must read book.
Does the thought of presenting feel with you dread , don't know how to start, fill out the middle and then reach the end, with your audience still in the room and still awake! Then this book,full of tips and sage advice, is a bit like completing a jigsaw puzzle, each part carefully constructed to interlock easily together, eventually revealing to your audience the wonderful picture that you wanted your presentation to be. A great must read book.
April 15, 2016
This is an excellent primer to telling stories and can be applied to many disciplines. My expertise is in training and development and this book is an excellent guide for navigating development with the learner's engagement in mind. I appreciate the light approach to the art and science of storytelling, so thank you!
February 18, 2020
Great insight!
A good outline on speech preparation. If you’ve ever given a speech you probably used some of the techniques intuitively. This read guides you and brings an orderly structure to your speech. The checklist is invaluable.
A good outline on speech preparation. If you’ve ever given a speech you probably used some of the techniques intuitively. This read guides you and brings an orderly structure to your speech. The checklist is invaluable.
June 30, 2014
Excellent book, right size and lots of useful tipos for a good presentation
July 22, 2020
Storytelling tips from pros
The tips are good but the whole experience is of an infomercial. However some of the free video links do not work anymore, instead you go to an add to buy a course.
The tips are good but the whole experience is of an infomercial. However some of the free video links do not work anymore, instead you go to an add to buy a course.
November 18, 2014
Some good thought to apply toward public speaking, but I really didn't care for the examples of speeches given. I am aware they are all award winning speeches so I am sure it is just my personal view. I just felt that the speeches were a bunch of fluff and very superficial in their context.
December 3, 2015
Good Book
Real page turner, motivating, inspiring, the real deal!
If you want motivation, here's the hot sauce! Teaching you how to write speeches, and motivating you at the same time! Charles got the job,lol.
Real page turner, motivating, inspiring, the real deal!
If you want motivation, here's the hot sauce! Teaching you how to write speeches, and motivating you at the same time! Charles got the job,lol.
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July 2, 2018Very good read. Many excellent examples of how to craft a speech or presentation.
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