{"product_id":"speak-memorably-the-art-of-captivating-an-audience-isbn-9780063415195","title":"Speak, Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe media guru and bestselling author of \u003ci\u003ePitch Perfect\u003c\/i\u003e helps professionals break away from canned communications and find their true—and most effective—voice no matter the workplace.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe business world has adopted the wrong definition of successful business communication. For many years, being “on message” was considered the prime directive. The overwhelming majority of professionals today exist in a rigidly narrow range of bland rhetoric, throwing around industry buzzwords and empty jargon to create the impression of business savvy. But when everyone sounds messaged (and the same), no one stands out. And now, with more ways than ever to get your message across, it’s never been harder to communicate clearly and have your message stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBill McGowan has devoted more than twenty years to helping people find their distinctive voice. From CEOs to White House staffers to television personalities, he has coached thousands of speakers to improve their presentation skills and make their narrative more memorable and distinctive by breaking free from the challenges preventing them from selling their ideas with conviction, motivating their teams during challenging times, or clearly articulating a company’s mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpeak, Memorably\u003c\/i\u003e offers concrete strategies and tools to help anyone, in any stage of their career, cut through the numbing sameness of cliches and boring business rhetoric and find their authentic voice. Inspiring and entertaining, it is a masterclass in the soft skills of interpersonal communication and an inspiring call to action for professionals to break free from forgettable “brand” speak and instead craft thoughtful and memorable messages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow do you break free from forgettable corporate-speak and find the authentic voice that gets results?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Storytelling Formula:\u003c\/b\u003e Learn the same secrets legendary film director Francis Ford Coppola uses to captivate an audience and make your narrative stick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eActionable Public Speaking Skills:\u003c\/b\u003e Go beyond theory with concrete techniques coached to CEOs and White House staffers to help you sell your ideas with conviction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid the Conformity Trap:\u003c\/b\u003e Break free from the buzzwords, empty jargon, and clichés that make most professionals forgettable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDevelop Your Authentic Voice:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover how to stop being “on message” and start communicating in a way that is memorable, distinctive, and uniquely yours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"From first impressions to lasting lessons, \u003cem\u003eSpeak, Memorably\u003c\/em\u003e is the new bible for public speaking. Having been coached by Bill, I was prepared to learn a thing or two. But the stories, the science, and the secrets were so good, I ended up taking notes on nearly every page. When you finish reading it, you'll want to give it a standing ovation.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAngela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eSpeak, Memorably\u003c\/em\u003e should be essential reading for every founder in Silicon Valley. Bill McGowan has an unmatched ability to refine ideas and elevate communication. Having worked with him countless times, I can say firsthand—his tools give you superpowers.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eReid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and Manas AI, New York Times bestselling author of Superagency\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If they gave Michelin stars for communication coaching, Bill and Juliana would be guaranteed recipients. \u003cem\u003eSpeak, Memorably\u003c\/em\u003e will completely change the way you think about presenting yourself. It provides the ultimate recipe for telling your story clearly, confidently and memorably.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMark Bittman, lead food writer for The New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Having \u003cem\u003eSpeak, Memorably\u003c\/em\u003e on your desk is like having Bill, the best communications coach in the business, by your side. Whether you’re just starting your career or you’re in the C-suite, this book is a treasure trove of strategies that will ensure your voice rises above the rest.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJennnifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eSpeak, Memorably\u003c\/em\u003e is deeply insightful and wildly entertaining. In it, Juliana Silva and Bill McGowan capture the full breadth of the wisdom they impart in their private coaching. This book will transform the way you speak, boost your confidence, and help you captivate your audience. It’s a must-read!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVeronica M. 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