The pin drop principle : captivate, influence, and communicate better using the time-tested methods of professional performers / David H. Lewis and G. Riley Mills.

"Tap into the powerful techniques of professional actors and great communicators The Pin Drop Principle is a step-by-step master class for anyone wishing to become a more confident and credible communicator. Lewis and Mills believe all business professionals ought to deliver their message in su...

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Online Access: Full Text (via ProQuest)
Main Author: Lewis, David H., 1970-
Other Authors: Mills, G. Riley
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, 2012.
Edition:1st ed.
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505 0 0 |t Introduction --  |g 1.  |t Understand the Secrets of Persuasion --  |t Communicating with Intention and Objective --  |g 2.  |t Tell a Good Story --  |t Using personal examples to inspire and persuade --  |g 3. Craft a compelling narrative --  |t Building the framework to support your message --  |g 4.  |t Be prepared --  |t Managing nerves and controlling anxiety --  |g 5.  |t Project confidence --  |t Expressing your intention nonverbally --  |g 6.  |t Say it like you mean it --  |t Using your voice to influence --  |g 7.  |t Listen to understand --  |t Maximizing comprehension and retention --  |g 8.  |t Think on your feet --  |t Mastering impromptu speaking in any situation --  |g 9. Stay focused and on track --  |t Handling questions and controlling your audience --  |g 10.  |t Assert yourself --  |t Gaining commitment, providing feedback, and delivering difficult news --  |t Conclusion --  |t Notes --  |t Glossary of terms --  |t Acknowledgments --  |t About the authors --  |t Index. 
520 |a "Tap into the powerful techniques of professional actors and great communicators The Pin Drop Principle is a step-by-step master class for anyone wishing to become a more confident and credible communicator. Lewis and Mills believe all business professionals ought to deliver their message in such an engaging way that one could literally hear a pin drop when they speak. The secret to doing so comes from an unusual world: professional acting. By activating "objective" and "intention"--The main tools of actors (and great communicators)--business people can give their messages meaning and relevance, so the recipients walk away knowing why the message is important and what is in it for them. Empowers business professionals with performance-based delivery techniques--from storytelling to vocal dynamics--essential to becoming a great communicator Written for anyone wishing to engage listeners, establish instant credibility, influence key decision makers, and create a positive lasting impression Based on the Pinnacle Method, one of the most popular and groundbreaking communication skills training methods The Pin Drop Principle is an accessible resource for anyone who routinely needs to present ideas to large or small groups, convey feedback effectively, conduct difficult conversations, and persuade others"--  |c Provided by publisher. 
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