Speak Up with Confidence: How to Prepare, Learn, and Deliver Effective Speeches
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  • some good basic rules to learn
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Speak Up with Confidence: How to Prepare, Learn, and Deliver Effective Speeches
Jack Valenti
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ASIN: 0786887508

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Public speaking is one of the most intimidating and important aspects of many jobs. As a one-time speechwriter for President Johnson, and in his current position as president of the Motion Picture Association of America, Jack Valenti has written and delivered speeches in all kinds of settings. Originally published in 1982, Speak Up with Confidence is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to write and deliver a speech that people will listen to and remember.

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4 out of 5 stars some good basic rules to learn.......2005-02-14

If you are doing well in one-to-one conversations but stumble whenever you have to talk to an audience, you will find some good advice in this book. For "two dollars a piece", you will learn five basic rules that will help you a long way. Nothing more, nothing less. Well worth the money and the time to read it.

1 out of 5 stars Not much here.......2003-04-02

I found precious little here. You might think that with the glowing reviews from famous people that this would be a useful book, but in fact the reviews aren't wrong - if you're a senator or a TV personality you'll find this book useful.

The rest of us can give it a miss.

Valenti may be a great speaker, but in terms of a book for everyone he offers little. You should remember your speech pretty much word for word. You should think of the cadence of how you'll deliver it. There really isn't much more, apart from long reminiscences about famous speeches and speakers. The book has a strange almost Victorian tone.

To misquote one of the reviews - this is a dispensible resource. Spend your money on one of the books that teaches you a lot.

5 out of 5 stars A rare gem that stands out...........2002-11-04

This outstanding book is a rare gem that stands out amongst so many books on public speaking. Jack Valenti knows his stuff and demonstrates with finesse the skills and techniques required for successful public speaking. Even the experts, like Barbara Walters, are taking tips from this prolific writer and respected public speaker. His stories and eloquent illustrations are vivid and memorable, drawing both from his personal experience and real life examples of top public figures.

Valenti was a speechwriter for US President Johnson and is currently president of the Motion Picture Association of America. What can you say for a book that former US President George H.W. Bush recommends as a must-read for those who take their case to the public. This book is a brilliant achievement indeed. Once you start reading, it is hard to put it down.

Valenti assures us with his words:
"Let us be clear: If you want to be able to rise before an audience, large or small, and speak to them so that they will listen to you, you can do it."

5 out of 5 stars A valuable resource.......2002-07-19

As a former teacher, I think this book is an excellent resource for teaching a skill that is becoming a lost art. Whether your career routinely includes public speaking or not, people in every walk of life could benefit from the ability to organize thoughts and communicate better. And who better to teach confidence? To see him speak is to admire him.

3 out of 5 stars Kind of disappointing.......2002-07-10

I ordered this book after listening to an interview of the author on cable. I guess I had excessive expectations. I've been in need of a pep talk, and have always wanted to improve my ability to persuade others. The idea that this author had coached many persuasive people was a selling point.

But I can't say I found anything for me in here. There's nothing wrong with the technical content - there just wasn't anything new. While helpful, it seems awfully basic - like stressing the importance of preparation, and practice. Whoopie.

And much of the unique content, IMO, is too heavy on the name-dropping. The excerpts from speeches of the-beautiful-people-I-have-helped felt much like padding. Uh-huh, I guess I should be impressed, but shouldn't these passages be more inspiring?

Certainly I'm picky in these days of economic duress - I spend my money much more carefully, since I have a lot less. But I really thought this might be a worthwhile investment, and I rather feel it came up short.
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        5 out of 5 stars Concise, excellent format, very easy to read.......2007-09-12

        With efforts, 5 steps to a 5 does what it claims to do. That being said, students need to thoroughly go through this guide and go back and read the parts that they don't understand clearly in the textbook. This book is excellent if you're short on time (say, a week to two weeks to review for the AP Exam). The AP Exam does not include too much details (what Barron's would always do), so 5 steps to a 5 is great at generalizing the big picture. It also has exclamation marks whenever there are very important concepts to remember, and also offers where the essays would usually fall on. I used this book and got a 5 on the AP Bio exam, but I also read my textbook and used this book as a last minute review. The Cliffs AP Bio review book is excellent as well. I find their questions the closest to the actual test.

        4 out of 5 stars Very Helpful.......2007-03-18

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        5 out of 5 stars the best book to review with .......2007-02-13

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        5 out of 5 stars This book got me a 5!.......2006-10-30

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            This book is the best. It absolutely brought my family and me together. Instead of sticking to one spot that i know is succesful. Me and my family travel to a new place every time. We have traveled to half the places in Utah. My wife loves it and so do my kids, neither one of them have ever been so excited about fishing. The Utah Fishing guide is phenomenal, it's helped me learn new tricks for every place. I highly recomend this book.

            Page After Page: Discover the confidence & passion you need to start writing & keep writing (no matter what)
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            5 out of 5 stars Paints the true picture of writing and the writers' life........2007-08-16

            Heather Sellers presents writing as what it really is. She gives you the truths about writing. She answers questions like: what does it take to be a writer? Is writing really for you? Are you willing to write badly, and then keep going? What is a true writer's life like? In chapter 24, she dispels the theories that writing a book will instantly make you rich and famous, and gives her own personal example of some of her feelings right after her first book was published.
            "But many writers nurture a dream that is false. You will get published. But it is unlikely that publication will solve any problems you have -blocks, money, habits,confidence or writing ability." And, she tells us that you should write because it's what you want to do, what you have to do. Even if you're not going to get paid for it, or famous from it.

            Divided into 3 parts and 30 chapters, you can read this from beginning to end, or you can open it up anywhere and just start reading. The Table Of Contents is really nice, because, not only does it give you the title of the chapter, but it tells you what the chapter deals with. There's a wide variety of useful writing topics covered.

            This is on my top five favorite books on writing. My book is bookmarked in several places and heavily underlined. The signs of a loved book. This is the perfect blend of writing advice and personal exploration as a writer.

            4 out of 5 stars Page After Page:Different than most writing books.......2007-05-12

            In Page After Page, Heather Sellers offers untraditional, but sound advice for writers. I think she gets down to the nitty gritty and barebone honesty of issues which writers want to talk about, but often don't know how to bring up with other writrs. Sellers pinpoints issues with writing which we know are there, but can't quite name.

            Sellers'flighty "I'm forever a college student" style is annoying to me. Somehow, for me, it doesn't fit with the sage writing advice she offers. (Maybe it's just a personal thing.) I think the book is definitely worth a read. I also ordered Chapter After Chapter and am eager to get started on it.



            5 out of 5 stars Page after Page.......2006-08-24

            An encouragement to treat writing as your lover - a passionate and inspiring book that encourages writers not to give up. Brimming with useful exercises to help you get started and keep going, this book is a must have if you have any doubts about yourself as a writer.

            5 out of 5 stars Motivation page after page.......2006-08-05

            With straight talk as though the author wrote the book just for me, I found this to be the motivation I need to get back to writing and making it a priority in my life. Not just thinking about it daily, but doing something towards my goal. The excercises are simple and fun and help get the writer writing! In an easy to read, conversational style the author makes it clear that you don't need to sit for hours everyday to be a "writer". You just need to set aside even 10-20 minutes a day and get that pen to the paper. Even reading books, lots of different types of books, can help in achieving your goal. Most of all you have to really want to do it and make it a priority in your life. To make time for it. The most valuable advice she gave was stop talking about it. Really, stop talking about it and take the time and energy you are wasting talking about it and DO something. Write!

            5 out of 5 stars Motivating and fun - not just for writing.......2006-02-11

            This is a great book for a number of reasons. First, it's fun to read. Ms. Seller's writing style is enjoyable, and she has kept the chapters very manageable and compartmentalized. I can read a section, get inspired, then put it down for a day or two while I do the exercises, which are the next good thing about the book.

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            5 out of 5 stars As Imaginative As Olivia Is.......2007-06-27

            For those who love to use their imaginations, this is a perfect addition to the Olivia book family.

            5 out of 5 stars A Hit With My Kids!.......2005-07-22

            I bought "Teatro Olivia" at the beginning of summer, and my kids have spent hours playing with it. The material is sturdy and has taken a lot of play from my children and their friends. Extra blank backdrops are included in the package, so my children have been busy making up new plays to present--Sponge Bob, Harry Potter, Anne of Green Gables and so on. Thanks for a great educational toy!

            5 out of 5 stars The ultimate child fantasy!.......2004-11-16

            With elaborate fold-out sets, six Olivia paper dolls and a Playbill that offers up plot summaries, your child can create a world of his or her own for Olivia. In addition, there is extra stock so that kids can design their own backdrops, letting their imagination soar. This is a wonderful package, perfectly timed for the holiday season, and sure to be a winner under the Christmas tree.

            5 out of 5 stars Oliva Fans Celebrate!!!.......2004-11-13

            Ian Falconer has returned to his rich roots of set designing, and created an environment for Olivia fans to truly relish! I just bought this set today, and it is wonderful. The main stage is sturdy and cleverly put together. There are spaces above and to the sides for character placement and manipulation. The included drop down sets are beautifully evocative charcoal drawings, and there are even two extra blank sets to inspire budding scenic artists. A large built in drawer allows for storage of all the included scenic backdrops and figures, with plenty of room left for creations of ones own. The included figures are sturdy and beautiful renditions of classic Olivia poses, with several original to this set and well in keeping with the Porcine Diva we have all come to know and Love!

            This lovely set perfectly captures Olivia's feisty zeal for life and of course the theatric, which made the original book so inspiring to all who have ever known, (or been) little girls.

            I love the fact that Falconer returned to his roots with this one, and brought out his little diva in a setting which will inspire countless ideas and hours of fun for Olivia fans young and old.

            In an era where so many toys are expected to stimulate without themselves stimulating creativity, this play set is in a class by itself. Teatro Olivia is truly an item which will provide a myriad of expressive possibilities! Thank You Mr. Falconer!!!
            Aún Es Tiempo.(Ripley House; Houston, Tejas)(TT: There Is Still Time.)(TA: Ripley House; Houston, Texas)(Reseña): An article from: Semana
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              Aún Es Tiempo.(Ripley House; Houston, Tejas)(TT: There Is Still Time.)(TA: Ripley House; Houston, Texas)(Reseña): An article from: Semana
              Olivia P. Tallet
              Manufacturer: Spanish Publications, Inc.
              ProductGroup: Book
              Binding: Digital

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              ASIN: B00098Y6J4
              Release Date: 2005-07-28

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              This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on June 3, 1999. The length of the article is 777 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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              Title: Aún Es Tiempo.(Ripley House; Houston, Tejas)(TT: There Is Still Time.)(TA: Ripley House; Houston, Texas)(Reseña)
              Author: Olivia P. Tallet
              Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
              Date: June 3, 1999
              Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
              Volume: 6 Issue: 327 Page: 11

              Article Type: Reseña

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              De teatros y sirenas. (notas sobre dos nuevos estrenos cinematográficos)(TT: Of theaters and mermaids) (TA: notes on two new films): An article from: Semana
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                De teatros y sirenas. (notas sobre dos nuevos estrenos cinematográficos)(TT: Of theaters and mermaids) (TA: notes on two new films): An article from: Semana
                Olivia P. Tallet
                Manufacturer: Spanish Publications, Inc.
                ProductGroup: Book
                Binding: Digital

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                ASIN: B00097R3WC
                Release Date: 2005-07-28

                Book Description

                This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on November 13, 1997. The length of the article is 578 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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                Title: De teatros y sirenas. (notas sobre dos nuevos estrenos cinematográficos)(TT: Of theaters and mermaids) (TA: notes on two new films)
                Author: Olivia P. Tallet
                Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
                Date: November 13, 1997
                Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
                Volume: v4 Issue: n247 Page: p28(1)

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                Estrenan 'Los clavos de plata'. (crítica de la obra de teatro; incluye artículos con noticias breves sobre eventos culturales en Houston, Tejas)(TT: 'The ... in Houston, Texas): An article from: Semana
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                  Estrenan 'Los clavos de plata'. (crítica de la obra de teatro; incluye artículos con noticias breves sobre eventos culturales en Houston, Tejas)(TT: 'The ... in Houston, Texas): An article from: Semana
                  Olivia P. Tallet
                  Manufacturer: Spanish Publications, Inc.
                  ProductGroup: Book
                  Binding: Digital

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                  ASIN: B00097JOXS
                  Release Date: 2005-07-28

                  Book Description

                  This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on March 19, 1998. The length of the article is 492 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

                  Citation Details
                  Title: Estrenan 'Los clavos de plata'. (crítica de la obra de teatro; incluye artículos con noticias breves sobre eventos culturales en Houston, Tejas)(TT: 'The Silver Nails' will be premiered) (TA: critique of play; includes articles with brief news about cultural events in Houston, Texas)
                  Author: Olivia P. Tallet
                  Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
                  Date: March 19, 1998
                  Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
                  Volume: v5 Issue: n265 Page: p20(1)

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                  Una vez al año. (Talento Bilingüe de Houston, Tejas)(TT: Once a Year) (TA: Talento Bilingüe of Houston, Texas): An article from: Semana
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                    Una vez al año. (Talento Bilingüe de Houston, Tejas)(TT: Once a Year) (TA: Talento Bilingüe of Houston, Texas): An article from: Semana
                    Olivia P. Tallet
                    Manufacturer: Spanish Publications, Inc.
                    ProductGroup: Book
                    Binding: Digital
                    ASIN: B00097OM9E
                    Release Date: 2005-07-28

                    Book Description

                    This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on August 14, 1997. The length of the article is 547 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

                    Citation Details
                    Title: Una vez al año. (Talento Bilingüe de Houston, Tejas)(TT: Once a Year) (TA: Talento Bilingüe of Houston, Texas)
                    Author: Olivia P. Tallet
                    Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
                    Date: August 14, 1997
                    Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
                    Volume: v4 Issue: n234 Page: p25(1)

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                    En Torno Al Teatro del Siglo de Oro: Jornadas XVI-XVII
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                      En Torno Al Teatro del Siglo de Oro: Jornadas XVI-XVII

                      Manufacturer: Instituto de Estudios Almerienses Diputacion
                      ProductGroup: Book
                      Binding: Hardcover

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                      Teatro Olivia
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                        Teatro Olivia
                        Giacomo Puccini
                        Manufacturer: Rizzoli Publications
                        ProductGroup: Book
                        Binding: Hardcover
                        ASIN: B000K343U0

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