Less Fear and More Confidence." Sooner or later, you will be asked or forced to speak in a public setting. Although this thought exhilarates some, it terrifies most. Fear of public speaking silences many voices. Unfortunately, this type of silence can limit your career, influence, and potential for success. Most likely, you are looking at this book because you either want or need to learn to speak in public. No matter the reason, here you will find practical insights and tools designed to improve your ability to speak in front of others.What readers are saying about Dr. Gary Rodriguez's Purpose-Centered Public Speaking.... "I found Dr. Rodriguez's book, Purpose-Centered Public Speaking, a superb 'how to' guide to public speaking. The book held my interest by using interesting real life examples and very practical tips that any speaker can learn from. It takes the mystery out of how to prepare and deliver a compelling speech with a purpose. Whether you are preparing for a talk at a family gathering or regularly find yourself in front of an audience at work, this book willhelp you deliver a focused message that hits home."- Bill Munger, Chief of Staff and Vice President of HR EnergyConnect, San Jose"Purpose-Centered Speaking is a wonderful book for speakers and an enjoyable read. Written with warmth and humor, it is enlightening, encouraging, and refreshing, offering great concepts and principles that can work in all aspects of our lives."-Maggie Williams, Chief Administration and Finance Officer, Catholic Charities, SSC"Gary's systematic methods for public speaking are practical, easy to understand, and presented with relevant illustrations that will help anyone create a better presentation, whether you're a business leader or school teacher."- Steven J. McGriff, Ph.D., Instructional Technologist, Krause Center for Innovation, Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, CA

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