How to Give a Pretty Good Presentation - by T J Walker (Hardcover)

About the Book

Straightforward, entertaining, and well-organized, this user-friendly resource walks readers step by step through the process from how to write, rehearse, and deliver a presentation that will make them appear confident, memorable, and competent.

Book Synopsis

Reduce the time and stress associated with your presentations

Bookshelves are crowded with books on how to be an exceptional presenter and promise to produce a brilliant, standing-ovation speaker. But what about a presentation resource for the rest of us? There are so many of us regular folk who who want to spend just a little time and effort to get over the big hurdle of giving a presentation, but don't know where to turn for advice.

How to Give a Pretty Good Presentation is the easy answer to this common need. Straightforward, entertaining, and well-organized, this user-friendly resource will walk you step-by-step through the process from how to write, rehearse, and deliver a pretty good presentation that will make you appear confident, memorable, and competent. Although it does not promise the moon (or a standing ovation), this public speaking survival guide will help you:

• Appear confident (even while still feeling nervous!)
• Take the spotlight off of you and put it on your content
• Save time
• Not put people to sleep with your PowerPoint Presentation
• Produce better results
• Make better impressions
• Reduce the feelings of dread, sleeplessness, and procrastination associated with your presentations
• Prepare even if you've waited until the day before or an hour before your presentation is to be given

Whatever your job, if you need to give a presentation and are feeling overwhelmed by it, How to Give a Pretty Good Presentation is there for you. If you want to reduce the time and stress associated with your presentations now and pass all future presentation opportunities with flying colors, then pick up this fun and accessible guide; you'll no doubt like the resulting improvement in both your personal and professional bottom line.

From the Back Cover

Praise for HOW TO GIVE A PRETTY GOOD PRESENTATION

"TJ Walker takes the fear factor out of speaking to the media and live audiences and clearly explains the secrets of great communicators like Reagan and Clinton. The best part is, what he teaches you really works when you put it to practice."
--Hakan Lindskog, Time Life

"TJ's latest book is chock-full of helpful hints that will help anyone who reads it!"
--David Winters, Wintergreen Fund

"TJ Walker is the leading media trainer in the world."
--Stu Miller, Producer, Viacom

"TJ Walker's single-minded devotion to presentation training has made him the #1 expert for executives seeking guidance on speaking to the public and media."
--Bob Bowdon, Anchor/Reporter, Bloomberg TV

"Over the years, I've been a fan of TJ Walker and his rigorous approach to media training. TJ is clearly a veteran of the broadcast and print interview world and his tips are well worth reading. I know I've learned some new strategies."
--Edward Aloysius Moed, Peppercom, Inc.

"TJ Walker was able to help my entire team operate more efficiently [and] maximize their message penetration to their audience."
--Michael Gallant, EMC

About the Author

TJ WALKER is the founder of TJ Walker Speaking, an online presentation company and the author of the USA Today #1 bestseller TJ Walker's Secret to Foolproof Presentations. He is also CEO of Media Training Worldwide, whose clients include prime ministers, CEOs, and Super Bowl winners. For more information, visit TJWalker.com.