Inhaltsangabe

Introduction 1
Part I: Introducing the Human Voice 7
Chapter 1: Having a Great Voice 9
Chapter 2: Exploring the Amazing Human Voice 27
Chapter 3: Getting to Know Your Own Voice 39
Part II: Beginning with Voice Basics 57
Chapter 4: Discovering How to Breathe Well 59
Chapter 5: Rediscovering Relaxation 77
Chapter 6: Turning Sound into Speech 95
Part III: Playing Your Instrument Well 113
Chapter 7: Exploring Volume and Speed 115
Chapter 8: Filling Your Speech with the Sounds of Music 133
Chapter 9: Expressing Yourself Fully with the Power of Resonance 153
Chapter 10: Uncovering Your Unique Voice 175
Part IV: Beating the Voice Gremlins 193
Chapter 11: Stopping Vocal Sabotage 195
Chapter 12: Putting the Accent on Accents 217
Chapter 13: Conquering Hesitation and Stuttering 235
Part V: Engaging with a Broader Public 257
Chapter 14: Developing Your Public Voice 259
Chapter 15: Tuning In to Others 283
Chapter 16: Cultivating Your Professional Voice 301
Part VI: The Part of Tens 319
Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Sound More Authoritative 321
Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Speak with Charisma 327
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Take Care of Your Voice 333
Chapter 20: Ten Inspiring Voices 339
Appendix A: Resources for Further Developing Your Voice 345
Appendix B: Audio Tracks 351
Index 353

Klappentext

Find your voice, and communicate with confidence

Ever wondered why nobody hears you in meetings, or wished people would take you more seriously? Or maybe you're unhappy with your accent, or you feel insecure about your high-pitched or monotonous voice? Voice and Speaking Skills For Dummies will help you to discover the power of your voice, understand how it works, and use your voice like a professional whether in meetings, addressing an audience, or standing in front of a classroom. Take a deep breath, relax those vocal cords, and make your speech sparkle!

We're not all planning to become politicians, or likely to address large audiences on a regular basis, but we all need to be able to communicate well to achieve success. Certain professions require a high level of vocal confidence, notably teachers and business leaders. As well as using body language effectively, we also rely on our voice to convey passion, exude enthusiasm, and command attention--and that's before we've considered the content of our words! A clear understanding of how your voice works, how to maximize its effectiveness, and ways to overcome voice 'gremlins' such as speaking too fast, stuttering, or sounding childish, is pivotal to enabling you to succeed, whatever the situation.
* Highlights the importance of your voice, explains how to use it effectively
* Gives you confidence in public speaking
* Helps you use your voice to make a great first impression in all aspects of your life
* Includes a CD with vocal exercises to help you communicate with confidence.

Whether you're looking to improve your speaking skills for work or personal gain--or both--Voice and Speaking Skills For Dummies gives you everything you need to find your voice and communicate with confidence.

Note: CD files are available to download when buying the eBook version.