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    How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech
    How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech
    How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech
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    How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech

    By Linda Alchin

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    Did you know that a recent survey stated that people are more frightened of making a speech than going to the dentist? It is therefore hardly surprising that giving and writing speeches cause problems!

    This book provides all the essential information you need to write and deliver the perfect speech.

    Information on Speech Preparation, Speech Timing, Presenting, Body Language, Gestures, Language, the Voice and Speed of Delivery.

    There are also hints and tips on what makes great Inspirational or Motivational Speeches.

    Do you need to write a Birthday, Graduation, Anniversary, Retirement or even Best Man speech? We’ve included some helpful tips and quotes to ensure you deliver the perfect speech!

    "It usually takes more than three weeks to write a good impromptu speech."
    American writer Mark Twain

    "The very best impromptu speeches are the ones written well in advance."
    American writer Ruth Gordon

    "Always be shorter than anybody dared to hope!"
    Lord Reading, English politician

    "Be sincere; be brief; be seated."
    President Franklin D. Roosevelt

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMelissa Russell
    Release dateDec 7, 2011
    ISBN9781466154650
    How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech
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    Linda Alchin

    Linda Alchin is a website author specialising in English History. Her career initially focussed on conventional training techniques to provide adult education. With the advent of the internet she moved on to distance learning projects. Combining new technology with her love of history she has created a variety of highly successful educational websites which, in turn have lead to the publication of these books. She lives with her family just outside London.

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      How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech - Linda Alchin

      How to Write and Deliver the Perfect Speech

      By Linda Alchin

      Smashwords Edition.

      Copyright 2011 Linda Alchin

      Smashwords Edition, License Notes

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each person. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      Disclaimer

      Limit of Liability and Disclaimer of Warranty: The publisher has used its best efforts in preparing this book, and the information provided herein is provided as is. Linda Alchin makes no representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this book and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of fitness for any particular purpose and shall in no event be liable for any loss of profit or any other commercial damage, including but not limited to, special, incidental, consequential, or other damages

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      Introduction

      Did you know that a recent survey stated that people are more frightened of making a speech than going to the dentist? It is therefore hardly surprising that giving and writing speeches cause problems!

      This book provides all the essential information you need to write and deliver the perfect speech.

      Information on Speech Preparation, Speech Timing, Presenting, Body Language, Gestures, Language, the Voice and Speed of Delivery.

      There are also hints and tips on what makes great Inspirational or Motivational Speeches.

      Do you need to write a Birthday, Graduation, Anniversary, Retirement or even Best Man speech? We’ve included some helpful tips and quotes to ensure you deliver the perfect speech!

      "It usually takes more than three weeks to

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