Boredom Slayer: A speaker’s guide to presenting like a pro

by Richard Mulholland, Tracey McDonald (Editor), Howard Mann (Foreword)

Any fool can put together a presentation; this book exists because so many do.

There’s something sucking the life out of audiences everywhere, transforming them from the very people who can change your business into the disengaged masses. It’s called The Boredom … and your job is to slay it!

Whether you’re a seasoned public speaker, or getting ready for your first company presentation, this candid and practical guide by renowned global speaker and presentation coach Richard Mulholland will give you key insights into:

Grabbing and keeping an audience’s attention
Structuring talks that command fees and change companies
Dispelling the myths around public speaking that are getting in the way of that standing ovation
Speaking like a true leader

It’s time to fight back.
It’s time to save the world ...
one bored audience at a time.

230 pages, Paperback

Published December 13, 2018

Reviews

[Mitch Bowker · Rating 5 out of 5]

An easy to read and practical tool.

As I further my professional speaking career and being gifted this book by the man himself Richard Mulholland. I had to read this guide and authority on public speaking. My favourite part of this book is the way it was written, I feel like Rich was speaking to me the whole time with the annotations and images used being a perfect match.

Key Takeaways:
1. Peanutbutter and the Pill
2. Care. Belive (C.B ⚡️ K.D) Know. Do
3. Best version of Self.

My rating: 5 / 5

[Storm Farrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this while participating in A LOT of presentation practice, and other than the act of actually getting up and speaking, the teachings of this book had the biggest impact on my improvement. I attended workshops, compared against other decks, worked with content specialists and mentors, and while they provided some solid tips, there is a lot of conflicting advice out there. Einstein said that if you can't explain something simply, you don't understand it well enough, and nothing quite compares to the cut-through-the-bullshit brass tacks offered here. Richard is a master of his craft with a refreshing approach to distilling business skills, and I feel like a better speaker for putting this book to work.

[Crowkingmama · Rating 4 out of 5]

I watched many of the authors videos before reading so I am sure that helped me appreciate the style of the book. His sense of humor and storytelling make it an easy read. The book is a combination of perspective on communication & leadership and some easy ideas to incorporate. I like all the suggestions for other books and videos. I will likely return to the book for certain ideas but not a complete reread. I will read other books from this author.