TED talks : the official TED guide to public speaking
/ Chris Anderson
- First Marniner Books edition
- xv, 269 pages
Includes index.
Foundation Presentation literacy : the skill you can build Idea building : the gift in every great talk Common traps : four talk styles to avoid The throughline : what's your point Talk tools Connection : get personal Narration : the irresistible allure of stories Explanation : how to explain tough concepts Persuasion : reason can change minds forever Revelation : take my breath away! Preparation process Visuals : those slides hurt! Scripting : to memorize or not to memorize? Run-throughs : wait, I need to rehearse? Open and close : what kind of impression would you like to make? On stage Wardrobe : what should I wear? Mental prep : how do I control my nerves? Setup : lectern, confidence monitor, note cards or (gulp) nothing? Voice and presence : give your words the life they deserve Format innovation : the promise (and peril) of full-spectrum talks Reflection Talk renaissance : the interconnectedness of knowledge Why this matters : the interconnectedness of people Your turn : the philosopher's secret
9781328710284
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