Thanks to you, Jezra, I’m a much-requested speaker in a job I love! Everyone should follow your advice!
— Nicky Grist, Director, Evaluation, National Urban League
Jezra this book is a GOLDMINE.
— Kirk Abrigo, Motivational Speaker
Are you building a business or a following?
Looking for a job, or trying to shine at the job you’ve got?
This book will show you how!
And now you can purchase it in Paperback or Kindle.
Speak Like Yourself… No, Really! Follow Your Strengths and Skills to Great Public Speaking takes you step-by-step through the public speaking process from first thought to final bow.
It features the same insights and approach that I’ve shared with hundreds of one-on-one, private public speaking clients, in a delightful and easy-to-read format.
You’ll learn how to:
- Prepare a speech that brings value to your audience; practice giving it powerfully; and connect with your audience to present with pride.
- Be a relaxed, confident, competent speaker, and convey the best of who you are.
- Successfully handle pitches, PowerPoint, meetings, Q&A, off-the-cuff remarks, small talk, job interviews, networking, public speaking panic, and a host of other communications challenges.
Buy your copy at Amazon, or order at your local bookstore.
Who’s the Book for?
Anyone can benefit from this book!
If you’re new to public speaking (or want to be), you’ll find a road map for success that demystifies this sometimes-scary process, and let’s you move forward, with confidence, at your own pace.
If you’re already an experienced speaker, you’ll learn to refine and focus your presentations, practice for more predictable success, and connect with your audience at a whole new level.
And whether you explore Speak Like Yourself… No, Really! on your own, or use it to supplement private speaker coaching, it will transform the way you communicate.
Praise for Speak Like Yourself… No, Really!
I’ve presented more than 30 keynote speeches this year, and the feedback and advice I received from Jezra was invaluable. Now, with the publication of her book, so many will have the opportunity to benefit by simply reading and putting her easy-to-employ advice to use.
—Ted Rubin, Chief Social Media Officer, Collective Bias (80,000+ Twitter followers)
Jezra’s advice and wisdom make public speaking easy and authentic. She’ll help you create an experience that not only meets your goals but is enjoyable, too!
—Adelaide Lancaster, Business Coach, and Co-Founder, In Good Company Workplaces; Co-Author, The Big Enough Company
A must-read for any business professional. Jezra is a speaker coaching guru, and this book will boost your public speaking skills, whether you’re a beginner or an expert.
—Jeremy Masters, Founder & Managing Partner, Worklogix
If you want to get started as a speaker or improve your presentation skills, this book is for you. Jezra’s explanations, tips and examples are clear and easy to understand. She has a natural warmth and down-to-earth style that’ll make you feel like she’s your own private coach.
—Dana Rubin, Director, New York Speechwriter’s Roundtable
Is there anything new under the sun for public speakers since Demosthenes addressed the roaring sea with pebbles in his mouth? Maybe not; but, if you are looking for a clear understanding of the subject, presented in an engaging manner, look no further.
—Charles di Cagno, Director, Public Speaking Center of NY
No matter what your position, no matter what your job, we all have to communicate—and this book will take you to the next level of success.
—Anne Loehr, Author, Executive Coach, and Keynote Speaker (named “Generational Guru” by The Washington Post)
What Else Is In Speak Like Yourself… No, Really!?
Here’s what the rest of the book offers (you can also download Chapter 2 and start learning).
Introduction: Don’t Jump!
Chapter 1: To Be or Not To Be…Me!
Chapter 2: “Doomed to Fail” vs. “Speak Like Yourself”
Chapter 3: Understanding Your Audience
Chapter 4: Your Key Message, a/k/a The Big Key
Chapter 5: Turn Your Key Message Into an Instant Speech
Chapter 6: Grow Your Instant Speech into a Full-Length Presentation
Chapter 7: Don’t Be Afraid of PowerPoint
Chapter 8: Practice Makes Perfect… But Only If You Practice Right
Chapter 9: What to Practice When You’re Not Practicing a Speech
Chapter 10: Connect with Your Audience and Present with Pride
Chapter 11: Public Speaking Panic
Chapter 12: You Can Speak Like Your Yourself—and Succeed
Appendix A: Instant Speech Worksheet
Appendix B: The Resources I Use Most
Appendix C: Reliables, Helpers, Improvers, and Experiencers: Discover Your Public Speaking Personality
