First published 2017
J. Berg Esenwein presents a comprehensive guide to developing effective speaking abilities. The author breaks down the fundamental principles that separate confident speakers from nervous beginners. Esenwein covers voice control, gesture, audience analysis, and speech structure through practical exercises and clear explanations. He addresses common fears that plague new speakers and provides concrete techniques for organizing thoughts under pressure. The book moves systematically through preparation methods, delivery techniques, and audience engagement strategies. Esenwein draws from classical rhetoric while focusing on modern applications for business, social, and academic contexts. This foundational text offers readers a structured path toward confident public speaking through proven methods and accessible instruction.
Genres: business, self-help, education, non-fiction, communication, academic
Vibes: instructive, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: instructional, self-improvement
Period: 20th-Century
538 pages · Paperback · Legare Street Press