It’s often reported that the number one fear among American adults is public speaking. But in today’s competitive business world, effective communication is a crucial skill, and the cost of being less than effective is quite high.

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The Exceptional Presenter is a must have reference for anyone who is serious about commanding the public speaking stage.

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About the Author/Founder of The Stand-up Comedy Professional

Steve Roye is the author of the Killer Stand-up Comedy System and author of the content made available in the Comedy Pro Membership Program available on this site.

Over the past decade, Steve has established himself as a leading, globally recognized expert in the field of stand-up comedy material development, delivery and entertainment business strategies for comedy entertainers as well as speaking professionals.

For more information about Steve, please check out the About The Author section on this site.

I have noticed for decades now that there appears to be an accepted notion that public speaking and stand-up comedy are two very separate and distinct arenas when it comes to generating laughter from and audience.

Nothing could be farther from the truth. If you are involved with public speaking and you cause an audience to laugh, you are using stand-up comedy mechanics—the same mechanics that are also used when causing laughter to happen in a casual conversation.

Hint: If you are giving a speech or presentation and your audience members are sleeping, playing games on their cell phones or are otherwise disengaged, that’s an indication that YOU need to make some adjustments. Read the rest of this entry

About the Author/Founder of The Stand-up Comedy Professional

Steve Roye is the author of the Killer Stand-up Comedy System and author of the content made available in the Comedy Pro Membership Program available on this site.

Over the past decade, Steve has established himself as a leading, globally recognized expert in the field of stand-up comedy material development, delivery and entertainment business strategies for comedy entertainers as well as speaking professionals.

For more information about Steve, please check out the About The Author section on this site.

With The 7 Principles of Public Speaking, Richard Zeoli makes the common sense, gimmick-free program he’s offered to business leaders and political candidates available to everyone.

Combining explanatory information, step-by-step instructions, and worksheets, Zeoli discusses the power of communication and offers readers a new paradigm of public speaking based on timeless principles rather than flashy techniques and gimmicks.

This straightforward guide to public speaking is designed to help general readers improve their skills regardless of their level of experience.

Whether you are selling an idea to two colleagues in a conference room or presenting a major corporate strategy to a ballroom filled with shareholders, the key to success is a clear, confident, memorable presentation.

Zeoli is founder and president of a communications firm specializing in executive-level communication coaching and strategic management; his clients have included governors, members of Congress, and Fortune 500 executives.

Combining explanatory step-by-step instructions, solid information and worksheets, Zeoli discusses the power of communication and offers readers a new paradigm of public speaking based on timeless principles rather than flashy techniques and gimmicks.

If you are a novice communicator, The 7 Principles of Public Speaking will help you overcome obstacles and convey your message with confidence, poise, and persuasiveness.

If you are a polished professional, this book will help you hone your public speaking skills.

Whether you are looking to position yourself as an industry expert, extend your sphere of influence, or gain the support and backing of vital constituencies, The 7 Principles of Public Speaking will give you the tools you need to achieve your goal. (more…)

About the Author/Founder of The Stand-up Comedy Professional

Steve Roye is the author of the Killer Stand-up Comedy System and author of the content made available in the Comedy Pro Membership Program available on this site.

Over the past decade, Steve has established himself as a leading, globally recognized expert in the field of stand-up comedy material development, delivery and entertainment business strategies for comedy entertainers as well as speaking professionals.

For more information about Steve, please check out the About The Author section on this site.