Publisher, Listen & Live Audio (June 2004)

"In her new book, 101 Secrets of Highly Effective Speakers, Caryl Rae Krannich Ph.D offers hands on , reader-friendly, practical ideas that will help develop the skills and confidence necessary to present a successful speech." --Priorities Magazine

"The exhausted roster of pointers given in the tapes covers every aspect of public speaking, and should go a long way in reassuring novices they are adequately preparing." --Today's Librarian

Most people fear giving a speech more than any other situation they encounter-in fact, public speaking ranks #1, even out-ranking death. Reluctance to getting up in front of an audience is often a major impediment to career advancement.

Indeed, each year thousands of people turn down promotions because a new position would require giving speeches to bosses, co-workers, or clients. 101 Secrets of Highly Effective Speakers shows you how to:

· Prepare a dynamite introduction
· Use visuals aids effectively
· Time a speech properly
· Keep listeners in suspense
· Establish credibility
· Prepare for questions from the audience
· Control nervousness
· Project enthusiasm
· Maintain audience attention

Here's an audiobook that finally pulls together the major principles and techniques used by today's most effective speakers!

About the author: Caryl Rae Krannich, Ph.D, based out of Washington, DC, is a seasoned public speaker and trainer to thousands of speakers. An author of over 30 business and personal development books, 101 Secrets of Highly Effective Speakers is her latest release.

About the Narrator: Beth McDonald, is a veteran of regional, off-Broadway and Broadway theater, and has appeared on such television series as Law and Order, Tales From The Dark Side and As The World Turns. A graduate of The Julliard School, Ms. McDonald has narrated a dozen audiobooks.