How to Talk to AnyONE or THOUSANDS: Public Speaking Skills Anyone Can Use to Conquer Public Speaking Fears, Develop Self-Confidence, and Amaze Any Audience

by Carl Wolfe

Around 75% of people rank the fear of public speaking as their number one fear. This means that public speaking can be more daunting than losing your job, being rejected by someone you’re interested in, or even dying! If you have a fear of public speaking , then you know how it feels to get up before an audience. Your hands start to shake, your thoughts get jumbled up, and your goal is to just “get through it.” When you rush through a speech, read a script, or fail to engage your audience, chances are, they will feel unmotivated, bored, or ready for you to finish. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Imagine if, in the minutes leading up to a speech, you felt confident and excited about telling your story. Imagine you were over the moon about sharing information that could change people’s lives . Despite what you may have heard, few people are born confident speakers. So many great orators and public figures—ranging from Warren Buffett to Mahatma Gandhi—struggled with issues like shyness and introversion. What they didn’t do, however, is avoid public speaking at all costs, or make the same mistakes each time they had to face an audience. This thorough guide will provide you with the knowledge and strategies you need to take your fear of public speaking by the horns, connect with your audience, and start seeing public speaking as a magnificent opportunity for reaching, motivating, and inspiring others. Inside, you will And so much more. You don’t need to be extroverted to be a great public speaker. Nor do you need to have given hundreds of speeches or been the star debater at school to shine at public speaking today. With the right strategy, you can start seeing public speaking as a wonderful opportunity to touch others and inspire, motivate, and change them for the better. The journey to becoming a master communicator begins now.

168 pages, Hardcover

Published October 28, 2023

Reviews

[Nikki Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful!

I'm one of those weird introverts that enjoys public speaking, but that didn't happen until I was older. Like the Warren Buffett example in this book, when I was younger I was afraid to even introduce myself the first day of school.

Feeling comfortable with public speaking takes some learning, and I have taken several classes on it, and I feel that this book captures everything I've been taught in the past, plus stuff I've never thought of. And it was well organized and easy to read. I am sure I'll reference this book in the future, and I highly recommend it.

[Rigel Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

It works

Well written practical guide to develop public speaking skills. As someone who fainted speaking to a room full of 3 people to now confidently speaking to thousands every week, the strategies discussed in this book are what I’ve been using and teaching for years to enhance speaking skills. Start with why, be confident in your delivery, practice, engage your audience, and release the judgement of others. You have a powerful message to share with others. Excellent book to help you get started!

[Lorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

how to talk to anyone or thousands

This book was great from the very beginning. I will say I can’t forget the image of that young boy on a stage, presenting his first poem. For that. If you want to learn how to speak in front of people, it’s not just about being born a confident speaker. You can be taught. This book will help you overcome the fear. From strategies for calming your nerves, to powerful ways for connecting with your audience this makes it seem easier.

[Alexis Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good advice for introvert

How to talk to anyone or thousands is a great tool for a person who is nervous about public speaking. I am nervous about doing lives on social media. But if I am doing a zone on one interview I am very confident. In some areas I am good and others I am not.

[Jeannie Sharpe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Way Different Than I Thought

Loved this book. It was way different than I thought it was going to be. I loved how personal the author was in telling his personal experiences. Also he gives great examples to overcome our fears when public speaking. Wow. Loved it. Way to go Carl!!!

[Julianne Tran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

Very well written and examples to make it easy to understand. I have read a few books on this subject and this is the easiest one to grab the subject and practice.

[Mr R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

I like how the book has personal anecdotes to reflect on. It has helpful tips for all especially for someone with stage fright.