The Motivated Speaker - by Ruth Milligan & Acacia Duncan & Blythe Coons (Hardcover)

About the Book

"The Motivated Speaker introduces a groundbreaking approach to becoming a great communicator by revealing six essential threshold concepts. Unlike typical public speaking titles that focus on overcoming fear or perfecting delivery, this book delves into the transformative, integrative, and sometimes challenging ideas necessary to truly excel in communication. Drawing from their extensive experience coaching thousands of speakers over 15 years, the authors show why encountering these thresholds is crucial for anyone seeking to improve their influence, persuasion, and overall effectiveness as a communicator. The approach is designed for professionals aiming to enhance their speaking skills within their fields, though the concepts apply equally to those pursuing public speaking as a career. Each chapter explores one of the six threshold concepts, illustrated with real-world examples and anecdotes that demonstrate both the difficulties and the profound benefits of embracing these ideas"--

Book Synopsis

Master the mindsets and practices of the world's best public speakers

A team of veteran communication and speaking coaches delivers a groundbreaking new framework to becoming a great communicator. Thanks to the authors' decades of experience, readers will discover the six essential threshold concepts needed to give talks like the best TED speakers and Fortune 500 leaders.

Their practical and accessible approach will help you establish powerful habits in your speaking practice. You'll understand what's preventing you from being influential and persuasive, and build a new foundation toward being a highly effective communicator.

This trailblazing book goes beyond cliches like "overcome your fear" and obvious advice like "don't read your speech." It dives deep into the transformative, integrative, and challenging ideas that will enable you to level up your speaking.

Included here are:

• Deep explanations of what it takes to become an effective communicator
• Insights into the dispositions, behaviors, and skills that great speakers consistently demonstrate and how to develop them in yourself
• Expert guidance on how to use the latest technologies to augment your public speaking development

A comprehensive framework for learning public speaking, The Motivated Speaker is the perfect resource for working professionals and leaders who want to learn to speak persuasively, confidently, clearly, and compellingly.

From the Back Cover

Praise for
THE MOTIVATED SPEAKER

"A refreshingly approachable and empowering guide to public speaking, this addition to the literature combines actionable strategies with emotional intelligence to create a utilitarian playbook for speakers of all experience levels."
-- MATT VANDENBERG, President, Ohio Wesleyan University

"In any organization, leaders need exceptional presentation skills, but teaching these skills can be a significant challenge. For over ten years, we have partnered with the Articulation team to assist our leaders in succession in delivering effective and actionable communication. The Motivated Speaker sheds light on what sets their coaching and training apart. They go beyond teaching mere skills; they foster a transformative mindset shift within leaders."
-- NICHOLE KNEEDLER, Chief Talent Officer and EVP, The Huntington National Bank

"As someone who spends every day in the professional speaking world, I can tell you my trajectory to this place would have been a lot faster had I read this book years ago. Ruth, Acacia and Blythe have finally explained why someone becomes a better speaker over another. Assuredly a must-read for anyone trying to improve their speaking skills at any level."
-- JON PETZ, Amazement Artist(TM), National Speakers Bureau Hall of Fame Member

"I call on this team when I have smart leaders who need to communicate with greater impact. This book demonstrates why their training is so effective. They go beyond simple dos and don'ts and make you think differently every time you speak."
-- BARBARA KELLEY, Vice President People, Safelite

"Everyone benefits from speaking well, whether they are talking with a colleague informally or presenting in a high-stakes setting. But most of us have never had any training on how to speak well. And the books that are out there tend to provide tips and tricks instead of principles that change our approach to speaking. Finally, we have a book that explains transformative concepts for speaking that is accessible for all of us. The three talented coaches and trainers have used the threshold concepts framework to invite all of us into effective and successful verbal communication."
-- ELIZABETH WARDLE, Director, Roger and Joyce Howe Center for Writing Excellence, Miami University

About the Author

RUTH MILLIGAN is the founder of Articulation, a communications training and coaching firm. In her over 35 years of wide-ranging experience, she also founded and curated TEDXColumbus, one of the longest running TEDX programs in the world. She is a proud mom, quilter, and pickleball player.

ACACIA DUNCAN has coached thousands of speakers to captivate their audiences with purpose, precision, and passion. She is a theatre director, writer, and actor; an avid hiker and baker; and a life-long Trekkie.

BLYTHE COONS is a communications coach who uses her experience as a business leader and professional actor to help clients uncover their powerful stories. She loves running, baking, and supporting the arts.