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Osgood on Speaking

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For many, the thought of public speaking strikes them with dread and paralysis. This helpful guide aims to take the fear out of public speaking with a straightforward, relaxing style. Former news correspondent Charles Osgood offers practical and humorous advice that can save the day when one is called upon to speak in public. Osgood draws on anecdotes about speakers and audiences for this witty and informative guide, offering tips on preparing a speech, crafting effective presentations, and coping with audiences.

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"Taking the fear out of public speaking is the aim of this breezy book....TV anchorman Osgood does have numerous suggestions to render the ordeal relatively painless....Helpful and readable." (Publishers Weekly)
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Osgood has given a masterful narration of his short work which imparts to the reader exactly why public speaking is nothing to be afraid of. It's empowering, it's liberating and it's necessary.

Further still, Osgood is such a talented writer that you'll find more in this hour than some of the more modern, lengthy works. As someone who speaks for a living, for the price, you simply can't do better.

A gold mine of witty, memorable quotes

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