Joan Detz's Books

Explains how to write and deliver an effective speech, covering such aspects as humor, nervousness, subject research, memorable style, team presentations, international audiences, question and answer sessions, audiovisual tools, and copyright.

Speaking coach Detz, the author of "Can You Say a Few Words?", presents strategies and tips for sales calls, job interviews, brief remarks, presentations, and full-length speeches. Charts.

With more than 65,000 copies sold in two editions and recommendations from Forbes and U.S. News & World Report, this time-tested how-to guide offers sound advice on every aspect of researching, writing, and delivering an effective speech. Filled with anecdotes, tips, examples, and practical advice, this accessible guide makes one of the most daunting tasks manageable-and even fun. Speaking coach Joan Detz covers everything from the basics to the finer points of writing and delivering a speech with persuasion, style, and humor. Topics include: - Assessing your audience - Researching your subject-and deciding what to leave out - Keeping it simple - Using imagery, quotations, repetition, and humor - Special-occasion speeches - Speaking to international audiences - Using Power Point and other visual aids - And many more The third edition has been updated and expanded to include new examples and the latest technology, as well as a section on social media, making it a must-have for anyone who writes and delivers speeches, whether novices or experienced veterans at the podium.

Discusses how to prepare and give brief speeches for awards presentations, dedications, retirements, memorials, weddings, and other special occasions; explains how to overcome nervousness; and includes advice on style and delivery.

Tells how to prepare and give brief speeches for awards presentations, dedications, retirements, and weddings, explains how to overcome nervousness, and includes advice on style and delivery.

-Your alma mater asks you to say a few words at an upcoming fundraising dinner -You've won an employee award and will have to give a short acceptance speech at the ceremony -Your parents are celebrating their 50th anniversary, and you'd like to make a toast at their party Everyone's counting on you to sound polished, to be prepared, to speak with savvy-in short, to give a speech that's as memorable as the occasion itself. Don't dread these invitations to speak. Instead, learn to prepare clear, concise, and engaging speeches that will live up to your audience's expectations and match the mood of the occasion. Award-winning corporate speechwriter Joan Detz offers solid advice for tackling this nerve-racking task-with pointers, tips, and trade secrets that will help you make the most of every speaking opportunity. Clearly written and fun to read, this invaluable guide provides all the practical advice and encouragement you need to deliver a winning speech.

Speaking coach Detz, the author of "Can You Say a Few Words?", presents strategies and tips for sales calls, job interviews, brief remarks, presentations, and full-length speeches. Charts.

Freedom and awakening of an adolescent, Bronx bred, Irish Catholic girl

Examines the California artist's life and work, offering reproductions of many of her pieces

Interviews with Joan Crawford provide insight into her views on her career, films, four husbands, lovers, leading men, children, and loneliness during her final years

Book's by Joan Detz

How to Write & Give a Speech

How to Write & Give a Speech

It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It

It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It

How to Write and Give a Speech

How to Write and Give a Speech

How to Write & Give a Speech

How to Write & Give a Speech

Can You Say a Few Words?, Second Revised Edition

Can You Say a Few Words?, Second Revised Edition

Can You Say a Few Words?

Can You Say a Few Words?

Can You Say a Few Words?

Can You Say a Few Words?

It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It

It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It

Confessions of Joan the Tall

Confessions of Joan the Tall

The Art of Joan Brown

The Art of Joan Brown

Conversations with Joan Crawford

Conversations with Joan Crawford

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