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Steal the show [electronic resource] : from speeches to job interviews to deal-closing pitches, how to guarantee a standing ovation for all the performances in your life / Michael Port.

by Port, Michael, 1970- author.

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Boston : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, c2015.

Business presentations.

Business communication.

Employment interviewing.

Interpersonal communication.

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The performer's mindset. Find your voice ; Play the right role in every situation ; Crush your fears and silence the critics -- Powerful performance principles. Have a clear objective ; Act "as if ..." ; Raise the stakes ; Say "yes, and ..." ; Be in the moment ; Choose early and often -- A master class in public speaking. How to craft captivating pitches, speeches, and stories ; How to create and tell stories that make 'em laugh or cry ; How to rehearse and stage world-class performances ; How to produce powerful openings, commanding closings, and amazing audience interaction ; How to improvise your way into the hearts and minds of the toughest crowds ; How to get a standing ovation every time-- really -- All's well that ends well -- The cheat sheet : the 50 public speaking tips you can't afford to ignore lf you want to wow your audience and win praise and plaudits every time.

"An inspiring program full of essential advice for spotlight lovers and wallflowers alike that will teach readers how to bring any crowd to its feet Every day there are moments when you must persuade, inform, and motivate others effectively. Each of those moments requires you, in some way, to play a role, to heighten the impact of your words, and to manage your emotions and nerves. Every interaction is a performance, whether you're speaking up in a meeting, pitching a client, or walking into a job interview. In Steal the Show, New York Times best-selling author Michael Port draws on his experience as an actor and as a highly successful corporate speaker and trainer to teach readers how to make the most of every presentation and interaction. He demonstrates how the methods of successful actors can help you connect with, inspire, and persuade any audience. His key strategies for commanding an audience's attention include developing a clear focus for every performance, making sure you engage with your listeners, and finding the best role for yourself in order to convey your message with maximum impact. Michael Port is one of the most in-demand corporate speakers working today. His presentations are always powerful, engaging, and inspirational. And yes, audiences always give him a standing ovation. "--

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