LeaderMetrix, Inc. Amazon Category:  Education/Training Publisher: Leadermetrix, Inc ISBN-10:  1450727085 Pages: 180 Copyright: August, 2010 ISBN-13: 9781450727082 Purpose-Centered Public Speaking: How to Develop and Deliver Purposeful Talks, Speeches, and Presentations with Less Fear and More Confidence Have you ever wondered why some public speakers are so successful while others are not? What do they know and do that is different from the rest? Great speakers understand and employ many of the proven principles contained in this book. The good news is that you too can learn and apply these very same principles and improve as a public speaker. Purpose-Centered Public Speaking helps you develop as a presenter by showing you some ways to deal with anxieties and fears related to speaking in public. It also demonstrates how to develop and deliver purposeful talks, speeches, and presentations that get planned results. Here you will find a clear and systematic approach to speaking that is easy to follow. This simple yet comprehensive method will equip you with all you need to improve and enhance your public communication. Whether you are an aspiring speaker or an active presenter, this book will encourage and enrich you. Dr. Gary Rodriguez   Excerpt Preface In some ways, this book is a glimpse into my life’s story. It celebrates my continuing journey and ongoing development as a public speaker, but it is more a story about my process than it is about my arrival. There are literally thousands of books on public speaking, so why is this one worthy of your time? Like most people, public speaking did not come easy for me. Once upon a time, the very thought of talking in public would make me apprehensive and a bit sweaty. Nevertheless, public speaking is kind of like death and taxes; there is no way around it. Books are plentiful that focus on preparing presentations and delivering them with skill and style. This book, which is directed to active and aspiring speakers, teaches one how to build a purpose-centered presentation from start to finish. My goal here is to offer the reader a proven systematic approach designed to help new and experienced speakers develop and deliver purposeful talks that produce a desired outcome. This purpose-centered approach gives speakers an upfront goal that helps them align all components of the talk so that they achieve a predetermined result. In a busy world, sometimes we need a thumbnail sketch of a subject, one that shows us a view of the big picture albeit in a small and condensed way. Thus this book is designed to be more of an overview than a treatise on public speaking. I trust you will use the helpful resources included herein to continue your study of this fascinating topic.

Brent Jones, Former San Francisco 49er Tight End and Winner of Three Super Bowl Rings
“In Purpose-Centered Public Speaking, Gary Rodriguez takes the fear out public speaking. Relating years of public speaking experiences, Gary provides a great game plan for you to become a fearless presenter. His insights and wisdom will certainly make you a better public speaker. He will also make you a stronger communicator in all areas of your life.”


Wayne Cordeiro, Founding Pastor of New Hope Christian Fellowship, Honolulu
“Don’t just read this book. Digest and practice the principles recorded here, and soon you will find an increasing ease in communicating and a more favorable response from your listeners.”


Stephen G. Newberry, President & CEO Lam Research Corporation, Fremont
"Purpose-Centered Public Speaking offers aspiring as well as active speakers valuable tips and techniques for improving their communication skills. In addition to the helpful instruction, you will also find this book highly entertaining. If you are a public speaker this is a book you should read."