This book will appeal to the vast number of people who find presenting difficult or frightening because they have not had the proper coaching. By virtue of its logical structure, all-encompassing content and clear but engaging writing it will take the terror out of presenting on any occasion. Not only does it teach you how to present with impact and confidence in a business context it will also guide you through the everyday challenges of communicating in every way, from speaking at weddings to impromptu speaking in an informal setting. Everything in life is a presentation and this book shows you how to overcome nerves and anxiety to bring the 'wow' factor to your presentation. As companies increasingly regard public speaking as an essential management skill, the demand for books that offer sensible, practical advice will continue to grow. As a readable, stimulating title full of knowledge that can be put into use straight away, Present with Impact and Confidence will have popular and enduring appeal. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One and five-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of presenting. THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
From executive mentoring to life coaching, more and more people are turning to and/or training as coaches. Confident Coaching covers the principles, theories and practices of this crucial skill. It covers the fundamentals for those looking for an introduction to the subject, and also offers practice and extension for people with some existing coaching experience, whether they work inside a company or in a freelance capacity, in life coaching or executive coaching, or are managers wishing to coach their in-house teams more effectively. The chapters each begin with a clear statement of goals and objectives, then break each topic into manageable chunks, allowing the reader to dip into sections of particular interest when needed. Areas covered include: - The various stages of coaching - Fundamental models, theories and concepts - Interventions: championing, requesting and challenging - Timing, scheduling and duration - Practical hints and tips for dealing with challenging situations Sample coaching interactions are included to bring techniques to life, along with activities, case studies, anecdotes and diagrams. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One and five minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of coaching. THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Open this book and you will... - Find purpose - Raise morale - Deliver results - Reach your goals Learn to motivate yourself and others... - Theories of motivation - Setting SMART goals - Tips for motivating yourself - Motivating others at work - Be a motivational teacher - Motivating children - Dealing with demotivation - Motivation audit
This new edition of a popular guide to Neuro-Linguistic Programming draws on the latest neuroscience findings to give you a better understanding of NLP, and what it can do for you both professionally and personally. It introduces the foundations of NLP and the key principles of the technique, explaining the theory behind submodalities, the power of beliefs and values, and the importance of well-formed outcomes. Written in a jargon-free and accessible style, it will help you to use rapport, modelling and other effective strategies to achieve your goals at work - and to bring the principles of NLP to other areas in your life, making you an effective leader, partner and negotiator.
Learn how to harness the power of personal impact so you can earn more, live more and be more. Impact is everything. It gives us huge competitive advantages as we impress others and are remembered when it matters the most. It gives us the confidence to succeed and achieve our personal and professional goals and enables us persuade and influence others so we can get what we want, when we want. This book will show anybody how to use the power of impact to make a great first impression; raise their profile; secure that promotion; land their dream job; be the person everyone remembers; make amazing presentations and impress everyone they meet in any situation. Covering topics such as confidence and positive thinking, this book is relevant to everyone from graduates, to top managers and everyone else in between.
In the tradition of the Artist's Manual series comes the definitive illustrated guide to all things photography-related.A veritable bible for beginners as well as an invaluable reference for accomplished photographers, this volume covers the ins and outs of photography equipment and techniques. Comprehensive and easily referenced, The New Photography Manual clearly explains all the essential tools and tricks of the tradefrom choosing cameras and lenses, through composition and lighting, to developing and printing. With tips from professional working photographers and hundreds of color and black and white images, this guide offers everything photographers need.
Assert Yourself [Bullet Guide] will give you the help you need. Now. This handy little book covers the key things you need to know, and do, to become more assertive. It's laid out in bullet points so you can find the help you need at a glance. It covers all the major areas, from learning how to say no to using body language to give off assertive signals. This is the fastest, most effective way to be more assertive you'll ever find. Problem solved.
The books in this bite-sized new series contain no complicated techniques or tricky materials, making them ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious Presenting with Flair is a short, simple and to-the-point guide to this essential skill. In just 96 pages, the reader will gain a better understanding of how to engage your audience in any situation from a conference to a wedding speech and feel at home. Ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious, Presenting with Flair is a quick, no-effort way to discover the basics of presenting.
The books in this bite-sized new series contain no complicated techniques or tricky materials, making them ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious Presenting with Flair is a short, simple and to-the-point guide to this essential skill. In just 96 pages, the reader will gain a better understanding of how to engage your audience in any situation from a conference to a wedding speech and feel at home. Ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious, Presenting with Flair is a quick, no-effort way to discover the basics of presenting. Understand your audience Overcome nerves Deliver with conviction Handle difficult questions Make an impact
We all possess a wide range of skills... but everyone knows that they could be even more effective. This innovative new series is aimed at people who would like to improve who know that although they have a degree of competence there is undoubtedly more that they could achieve. By helping thereader to set their own goals, analyse their current strengths and work out how to achieve their aims, COACH is a motivating, highly personal means of improving key coaching skills - of enormous importance in today's business environments. THE FUTURE What do you want and where are you going? THEPRESENT What are you currently good at? HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET TO WHERE YOU WANT? Incorporated within the text are contributions from renowned practitioners in the field, including case studies, anecdotes and examples. To cater for a variety of learning styles, there are checklists, diagrams,questionnaires and cartoons where appropriate. Theory, questions for reflection, practical tasks and case studies will make sure that the reader moves through a variety of learning modes.
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