Abdulrahman - 60 Minutes to Better Public Speaking

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www.jaicobooks.com Kevin Abdulrahman 60 MINUTES TO BETTER PUBLIC SPEAKING
ISBN 978-81-8495-734-1 First Jaico Impression: 2015 No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publishers.
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FOREWORD The best investment you could ever make is to invest in yourself. As an international speaker and ambassador myself, I can tell you that the importance of speaking with impact is undeniable. I've known Kevin for a number of years, He is renowned for his ability to groom world leaders with their communication and public speaking requirements. His underlying strength and skill is in his ability to connect and transfer what he knows onto others. I enjoyed reading this book, as Kevin has always been good at making his public speaking teachings fun and on point. In one of his chapters, he talks about painting the picture', and from personal experience, I can tell you that this idea alone has made a huge difference to the speeches I give to my audiences from all around the world.

The greatest individuals, professionals and leaders are often remembered because of their ability to speak with impact. Gone are the days where you could hide behind the desk. If you want to be taken seriously, get funding for a project, persuade your team members, lead with influence and speak to be heard, you need to polish your public speaking skills. In this day and age, you will find yourself either being expected to speak, or obligated to speak. As Kevin mentions, you cant escape public speaking. Kevin has taken a serious (and dreaded) subject, and delivered an easy to read (and implement) guide.

Anyone can get better, deliver better and feel better in 60 minutes. Such is Kevin's command on the subject of public speaking that he was able to convey a significant matter, simply. That on its own speaks volume. When you read this book, you will know what I mean. If you are in need of a speedy guide to speaking better and are pressed for time, this book is for you. 60 minutes is all you'll need to get better at public speaking.

Note my words, This will be one of the best investments you could ever make in your lifetime. His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Bin
Abdullah Al Thani,
The First Qatari to Summit Everest DEDICATION Only you can bring out the true value of the written words. Learn, apply, and forever continue to craft your ability to speak. You're a part of this book as much as this book shall become a part of you. ACKOWLEDGMENTS This book is a labor of love, Distilled drops from tens of thousands of hours spent working with some of the most powerful figures, thought leaders and inspiring minds around the world. To name you all would require a book of its own, I'm eternally indebted and thankful to the time we have spent, and continue to spend together.

You are the inspiration and sum total of what the book offers today. For this concept to work, a lengthy elimination process was required. Much had to go in order to allow for the most applicable techniques to stay. WHAT IS PUBLIC SPEAKING? If you intend to communicate a specific message to a group and achieve a desired outcome, you are speaking in public, therefore, public speaking. Whether you want to influence boardroom members, lead a staff meeting, address your association, represent your company as an ambassador, deliver a sermon, present your project, you are required to stand up and speak. In this competitive world, savvy and successful individuals know that their ability to speak is a critical skill.

Some realize this sooner, others, later. Everyone reaches the same conclusion there is no escaping Public Speaking. Public speaking is a must for any individual, professional and leader whatever you're into. There is a demand on every individual and at every level to communicate, effectively. I've been around the block a few times. I've witnessed far too many individuals stand up and speak poorly, Some cancel their opportunity to speak and succeed, while others go as far as booking themselves away on the exact dates that they are needed, all in order to avoid having to speak for as little as two minutes.

Perhaps you have disregarded public speaking as something that you could live without, Or maybe like many today, you're so focused with your work that up until now, this skill has been overlooked. You are not alone. The majority of people are uncomfortable with their public speaking ability. They believe they can do better. The challenges of public speaking isn't something you can sleep through, slip around or hope for it to just go away, It won't. So, it's best that we deal with it in the simplest and most effect style any challenge is dealt with, and conquered head on.

The only way out of
a problem is to go
through it. ANONYMOUS WHATS YOUR REALITY?

1. You never thought about public speaking.
2. You've been busy and never got around to it.
3. You've bought plenty of books but never read them.
4. You're in a position where people expect you to speak.
5. You have an obligation to speak. You can't back out of this.
6. You want to become a great public speaker.

Today, our consulting contracts with private companies and public organizations has the bulk of it dedicated to communication training across all levels. Top teams want all their people, from sales reps and mid-level managers to their C level execs, board members and Presidents to Speak with impact. Why? Because, your ability to present with power and speak with impact will reflect on how your audience will perceive you , your value, your products, your services, your company, your brand, and ultimately your credibility and competence. But you KNOW this already! ON A SCALE OF 1 TO 10 HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT YOUR PUBLIC SPEAKING ABILITY?

Not too confident	Complete Confidence
(If 10, you shouldn't be reading this book)

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