Speak for yourself

We are all experienced at communicating through speech. We do it every day of our lives. But when faced with speaking in a formal situation - from an important telephone call to a hall full of people - many of us freeze up ... and want

to give up. If this is how you feel, don't panic - help is at hand. In this friendly and practical book, John Campbell shares 20 years of experience of helping people to speak with confidence in every area of their lives. Using everyday language, practicall hints and clear checklists which summarise the main points.

of each chapter at a glance, he explains how to:

• Manage your nerves

• Prepare your material

Choose your words

• Perfect your stagecraft and, most important,

Assemble your props

● Project confidence

Develop your voice

Work with your audience whether it is a voice on a phone line, a group of clients, your sports club AGM, a packed WI meeting, or the board of company directors.

By following his advice, and listening to the accompanying tape, you will soon find that you can speak not only with confidence but with enjoyment too.